Paediatric
Practice Support
Working with children & families (Paediatrics)
Occupational therapists work in partnership with children, young people and their families, caregivers and significant others to promote health and wellbeing through occupation.
Occupational therapists support children to do the activities/tasks they need or want to do (performance), and to facilitate children’s engagement in their life roles and situations (participation) within their everyday lives and natural environments.
The occupations of children are central to paediatric occupational therapy and encompass play, self-care, education, leisure, sleep, and social participation, among others.
Occupational therapists provide services in various settings including the child’s home, in the community, in educational settings (such as childcare, schools and universities), private practices, disability support settings, the youth justice system, and in hospitals and health settings.
Capability Framework for OTs working with children, young people & families
Explore the paediatric capability framework. The framework presents the key capabilities for occupational therapists working with children, young people and families.
Paediatric Occupational Therapy CPD
Elevate your professional development with our CPD opportunities tailored for occupational therapists working with children, young people and families.
Paediatric Occupational Therapy Resources & Information
Discover a range of resources, clinical guidelines, tools and useful information to support your practice with children, young people and families.
Paediatric Occupational Therapy Special Interest Group
Connect with fellow paediatric occupational therapists, share insights, collaborate, learn from and with your peers.
Paediatric Advocacy & Updates
Stay informed with the latest news and research. Read about what OTA is doing to advocate for paediatric occupational therapy and the children and families who use our services.
Paediatric Foundational e-Learning Modules
Access interactive e-Learning modules designed to build foundational skills and knowledge for paediatric occupational therapy practice.