Live online professional development
Welcome to our regularly updated live online OT workshops cover topics tailored to the needs of OTs working in the NDIS space
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Presented by industry experts
These interactive sessions are designed to help you develop practical skills, gain confidence and connect with a community of like-minded OT professionals
 As our workshops are delivered entirely online, you can join from anywhere - no need to worry about expensive travel costs or extended time away from your practice
Want to know what's coming up?
The OT's Guide to
Navigating the NDIS
A two-day professional development workshop with Sarah Collison will equip you with the foundation knowledge and clinical confidence required to deliver effective, scheme aligned services within the NDIS.
Ideal for new and experienced OTs alike. This workshop blends policy understanding and real world application. Book directly through OT Australia, the host of CPD Empower.
Day 1:Â Provides a structured introduction to the NDIS
Day 2:Â Focuses on assessment, reporting and evidencing supports for funding decisions
Thursday 30 October
& Friday 31 October
9.00am - 5.00pm AEDT
Late-Identified Autistic Adults and Neurodiversity-Affirming OT
Support late-identified autistic adults with deeper empathy, enriched trauma-informed care and consistently affirming strategies tailored to diverse needs.
Explore nuanced lived experiences, examine the impact of internalised ableism, and unpack the complexities of camouflaging and autistic burnout.
Build your ability to recognise neuronormative pressures that undermine wellbeing, while actively promoting autistic identity, community connection and engagement in meaningful, self-directed occupations.
Thursday
6 November 2025
1.00pm – 3.00pm AEDT
Introduction to Aquatic OT Practice
Aquatic therapy offers unique opportunities for regulation, engagement and skill development – but bringing it into practice requires clarity and confidence.
Learn how to assess suitability, manage safety, apply therapeutic principles and document sessions that clearly distinguish aquatic OT from swimming lessons.
Gain practical tools, evidence-informed strategies and real case examples to build confidence, enhance outcomes and ensure your practice is safe, effective and fundable.
Friday
14 November 2025
10.00am – 1.00pm AEDT
Introduction to Emotional Regulation - The Basics
Emotional regulation challenges are common in NDIS practice. Knowing how to respond can transform your client’s participation, engagement and outcomes.
Learn to identify dysregulation, assess it through an OT lens and apply evidence-informed strategies for body awareness and regulation.
Gain essential knowledge, frameworks and tools to embed emotional regulation into assessment and intervention planning – all aligned with NDIS goals and funding criteria.
Monday
17 November 2025
6.00pm - 7.30pm AEDT
Introduction to Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)
This OT Masterclass explores the rollout of Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA), commencing on 1 November.
It covers what the shift from DES means for participants, funding implications and how OTs can support people through this transition.
The session offers practical strategies to guide participants experiencing anxiety or resistance to change, helping them build confidence with new providers and stay on track with their employment goals.
Tuesday
18 November 2025
12.00pm – 1.00pm AEDT
Introduction to Cyber Security
This OT Masterclass introduces the fundamentals of cyber security and why it matters in everyday OT practice.
It covers your privacy and data protection obligations, real-world examples of cyber attacks in the health and disability sector, and the Essential Eight framework to help reduce risk.
The session also highlights how a Technology Solutions and Services Provider (TSSP) can support OTs to implement secure systems and respond effectively to potential breaches, helping you stay compliant and confident in managing participant information.
Tuesday
9Â December 2025
12.00pm – 1.00pm AEDT
What’s included?
When you complete a live online OT workshop with us, you’ll get access to the following resources to recognise and support your learning.
Certificate of Completion
Once the workshop wraps up, you’ll be able to access a certificate of completion once you send us your feedback to add to your CPD records direct from your Verve OT Learning Library
PDF handout and resources
You’ll be able to access a PDF handout of the presentation slides, perfect for taking notes and giving you a handy reference for the future
Workshop recording access
Enjoy six months of access to the workshop recording to revisit the material at your own pace, perfect for when you need a refresher
Personal learning library
Each session is added to your personal Verve OT Learning Library as an ongoing resource for your OT professional development
Who are our live online workshops for?
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Verve OT Learning live online workshops are suitable for all Occupational Therapists, no matter where you are in your career.
Our sessions are suitable for:
- a new graduate looking to ask questions and learn from experienced professionals
- an established OT wanting to refresh or deepen your expertise
- an OT or part of an organisation seeking extra support
These sessions are a chance to access valuable insights and industry connections.
Don't just take our word for it
Rachael D
Thank you for putting together such a clear and well-structured learning experience. The content was easy to follow, highly relevant to clinical practice, and supported by useful resources.
I really appreciated the practical examples and focus on clinical reasoning. I’m looking forward to exploring more courses through Verve OT Learning in the future!
Louise N
This workshop was amazing
I have recently started back in the NDIS space and it was a fantastic refresher and also gave me so much more information than anything else.
And the way it was structured, walking through the whole process was fantastic.
Highly recommend to any OT!
Zoe M
The workshop was easy to navigate and the presenter expanded on the powerpoint by explaining things well, giving examples and links to assist which I can refer back to at a later date. The workshop has given me a refresher of what is required and confidence to create reports to benefit my clients.
Great to be able to purchase the workshop and be able to access the content at a time that is convenient to me. Clear slides and explanations.
Elizabeth L
Loved the information, very clear and well structured
Stefanja J
Very clear and engaging presentation. Thanks!
Kudzai M
Very convenient, easy to follow and easy to comprehend
Want 10% off live online workshops?
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As an Inner Circle member, you a 10% discount on all live online workshops and self-paced learning
Plus, you gain exclusive access to weekly Q&A sessions, monthly masterclasses and a wealth of resources tailored to support your OT practice
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