Why This Webinar Matters

 

With the introduction of the Support at Home program and significant reform across the aged care sector, demand for Occupational Therapists has never been greater. Whether you're coming from the NDIS, hospital system, rehabilitation or another area of practice, aged care offers diverse, meaningful work where you can have a lasting impact on older people's independence and quality of life.

 

Designed specifically for Occupational Therapists considering a move into aged care, this practical on-demand webinar provides an honest, realistic introduction to what the role actually looks like in practice.

 

You'll gain a clear understanding of how the aged care system works, how it differs from other funding models, what skills you'll need and how to confidently prepare for your transition into this rewarding area of practice.

 

Whether you're simply exploring your options or actively planning your next career move, this webinar will help you decide if community aged care is the right fit for you.

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What You'll Learn

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Understanding Community Aged Care

• How Australia's aged care system is structured.

• The role of Occupational Therapy in community aged care.

• An introduction to the Support at Home program.

• Where Occupational Therapists fit within the broader aged care system.

 

What Aged Care OT Looks Like in Practice

• A typical day working in community aged care.

• Common referrals and client presentations.

• Assessments, interventions and equipment prescription.

• Working collaboratively with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams.

 

Aged Care vs NDIS

• Key differences between aged care and the NDIS.

• Funding models and service delivery.

• Pricing and billing considerations.

• Documentation and reporting expectations.

• Referral pathways and client goals.

 

Getting Started

• What you need before working in aged care.

• Skills that transfer well from other practice areas.

• Common challenges for Occupational Therapists entering aged care.

• Practical strategies to build confidence and succeed.

 

Applying Learning to Practice

• Realistic case scenarios.

• Clinical examples from everyday practice.

• Tips to help you confidently transition into aged care.

 

What You'll Walk Away With

 

By the end of this webinar you'll have:

• A clear understanding of what community aged care Occupational Therapy involves.

• Greater confidence deciding whether aged care is the right career move for you.

• A practical understanding of how aged care differs from the NDIS and other practice settings.

• Insight into common Occupational Therapy roles and responsibilities.

• Greater confidence navigating aged care funding and service delivery.

• Practical strategies to prepare for your transition into aged care.

• A realistic understanding of the opportunities and challenges within the sector.

 

Who Should Enrol?

 

This webinar is ideal for:​

• Occupational Therapists considering a move into aged care.

• Newly graduated Occupational Therapists interested in aged care.

• Anyone wanting a practical introduction to community aged care Occupational Therapy.

 

Suitable for clinicians at all experience levels.

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What's Included​

✔ Full on-demand webinar recording​

✔ Certificate of Completion for your CPD records

✔ Flexible online access -learn anytime, anywhere​

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Start Your Journey Into Community Aged Care

Community aged care is a rewarding and rapidly growing area of Occupational Therapy, offering the opportunity to support older adults to remain independent, engaged and living well at home.

This practical webinar will give you the clarity, confidence and knowledge to explore your next career move and understand what it really takes to succeed in aged care.

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Enrol today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in community aged care Occupational Therapy.