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]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[AOTA seeks Emerging Leaders]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=1219 2013-05-02T03:55:55Z 2013-04-28T23:33:44Z AOTA is now accepting applications for the Emerging Leaders Development Program. The application period is open April 15th – May 13th, 2013. Click on this link for more information: http://www.aota.org/Practitioners/Resources/ELDP.aspx
ALOTA is Proud of a recent emerging leader graduate Ms. Tara Franks, COTA/L

]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[Fall Conference Call for Papers]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=1182 2013-04-11T18:34:21Z 2013-04-11T18:34:21Z

Alabama Occupational Therapy Association

 

 

Call For papers!

2013 ALOTA Fall Conference

When:   September 13-15, 2013

Where:  Hampton Inn and Suites

               Orange Beach, AL

 

Proposals are invited for presentation at the 2013 ALOTA Fall Conference.  All topic areas will be considered.

 

Proposals from Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and students are welcome. If you do not fall into the OT / OTA category, but have a topic of interest to our group, we invite your proposal. Submit proposals as Microsoft Word/PDF documents via email to:  amy.woodward@alota.org

 

Please submit the following:

  • Cover sheet with speaker’s name, address, phone, fax and email.
  • Program Description including:
    • Title of Presentation
    • Abstract: Summary that states the purpose and content of the presentation; max. of 200  words please
    • Learning Objectives: Objectives should be clear and specific
    • Educational Value: How presentation will advance the practice or professional development of participants
    • Appropriate format and length of proposed session (generally 1 hour, 2 if needed)
  • Biographical page for each speaker (with name as you wish it to appear on program)
  • Audiovisual Equipment Needs
  • Any special needs for Speaker
  • Preference of session (if any)-

 

Please submit all proposals by July 1, 2013 to amy.woodward@alota.org

 

]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[First Annual “Cosby” Award]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=1025 2012-12-03T17:04:45Z 2012-12-03T17:04:45Z First Annual “Cosby” Award – presented to Ann Cosby at fall conference

Occupational Therapy Practitioners working in Alabama all know that we are lucky to have the excellent leadership of Ann Cosby on our state board.  Ann is a true advocate for the field of occupational therapy and

Ann receives her award

a positive influence on our profession.  It is only appropriate that her years of service are recognized by OT Practitioners through the establishment of the Cosby Award

A little bit about Ann..
After her infant son suffered neurological damage in 1987, Ann became aware of the need for qualified occupational therapy services.  Along with her son’s father, they worked with ALOTA as consumers to assist with the passage of our Practice Act. After passage in 1990, Governor Guy Hunt appointed Ann as the first consumer member of the Occupational Therapy Board.  Ann served until she was selected for the position of Executive Director in 1991.  Having a personal interest in the profession, this has always been more than a job to her.  Ann said “I have enjoyed meeting so many of you, and appreciate all the mentoring I have received through the years.”

]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[Fall conference “Great Success at Orange Beach”]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=967 2012-10-11T20:14:55Z 2012-10-11T20:14:55Z presentations conference talk valley speaking working registration registering ALOTA Banner awards2 excellent presenter2 DCH vendor Q&asession promoting OT AOTA presentation IPAD giveaway Elsie lecture excellent presenters ALOTA updates The "Cosby" Award fearless leader current issues affordable care act OT Award of excellence Champion vendors Kathy Foley presentation ALOTA Banner making connections Vendor TMC awards Lucky winner Q&A session enjoying conference starting out right OT student scholarship recepient ]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[Fall Conference 2012 Presentation Handouts]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=953 2012-09-20T00:17:26Z 2012-09-15T16:36:37Z Elsie Holmes McKibbin Lecture: The Interprofessional Team

Kathleen T. Foley, PhD, OTR/L

The Relationship Between Driving, Vehicle Modifications and Seating and Mobility

Wes L. Perry, MSBME, ATP, CDRS

C. Dan Allison, Jr., MS OTR/L, ATP, CDRS

Combining iLs (Integrated Listening Systems) and Occupational Therapy for Better Outcomes

Shannon Norris, B.S. OTR/L

]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[New Graduate Certificate Program at UAB]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=933 2012-08-21T20:27:56Z 2012-08-21T20:27:56Z The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Health Professions now offers an online Graduate Certificate in Health Focused Patient/Client Management for Physical and Occupational Therapists.  For more more information, please visit this website www.uab.edu/ptotcert or contact Cecilia Graham at cgraham@uab.edu or 205-934-5949.

]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[Membership Drive 2012]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=864 2012-08-20T01:41:42Z 2012-06-30T16:56:57Z Join or renew your    Membership today and you could…

WIN AN IPAD!!!

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Eligibility requirements and rules

1)   Join or renew between 7/1/12 and 8/31/12

2)   Your name will be placed in a drawing for every year you join (e.g., join for 2 years = 2 chances)

3)   If not due, renew anyway and you will be entered for existing time PLUS the renewal (e.g., currently a 2 year member; renew for 2 years = 4 chances)

4)   All applications must be mailed, postmarked no later than 8/31/12; see website for printable application

5)   Drawing will be held at the ALOTA Fall Conference (9/14/12—9/16/12) and you do not have to be present to win!

 

Send all questions to Meghan Rardin meghan.rardin@alota.org or Deek Cunningham deek.cunningham@alota.org

Licensed practitioners are the ones who are eligible for the iPad drawing.

GOOD LUCK!!!

 

]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[Let’s Recognize Alabama Occupational Therapists]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=900 2012-08-12T21:02:49Z 2012-06-30T00:21:23Z Let’s recognize Alabama occupational therapists who have made significant contributions to the profession by nominating them for one of the awards offered by the American Occupational Therapy Association!

The 2013 nomination information is now available online and the deadline to submit nominations is October 25, 2013. Click on the following link for award and nomination information:

http://www.aota.org/Practitioners/ProfDev/Awards.aspx

]]> 0 admin <![CDATA[AOTA’s Leadership Development Program for Managers]]> http://www.alota.org/?p=846 2012-05-18T02:39:33Z 2012-05-18T02:39:33Z Applications are being accepted through June 15th forAOTA’s Leadership Development Program for Managers. This program is open to occupational therapy practitioners with more than 5 years of experience who are currently in management positions and wish to increase their leadership and management skills. Special consideration will be given to practitioners new to their Rehabilitation/School-Based Occupational Therapy Manager/Director position. Includes a 2.5 day training in September at the national office and all expenses are paid. Additional information is available at: http://www.aota.org/Practitioners/Resources/Leadership-Development-Program-for-Managers.aspx

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