Membership benefits

Network with occupational therapists working in field of learning disabilities

Membership gives you the opportunity to join a national network of ccupational therapists working in the field of learning disabilities. Membership within COT Specialist Section - People with Learning Disability also gives you opportunities to contribute to learning disability practice by sharing developments of your practice. Get support from our committee and regional representatives. Have your say in our discussion forums and contribute to promoting high quality services for people with learning disabilities.

Benefits of joining

• Access to a national network of occupational therapists working in the field of learning disability
• Access to our Google group, an online network that will enable you to share good practice, developments, questions, ideas and/or concerns. When you become a member of the Specialist Section, you will be sent an invitation with instructions to join this group
• Contact with local and regional groups for networking and promoting attainment of CPD requirements
• Reduced fees for annual national conference and organised study days
• Signposting to links with OTs and educational establishments to support research projects
• Representation of your interests at national level within COT
• Receive a quarterly newsletter
• Access to the COT Specialist Section – People with Learning Disabilities resource file
• Opportunities to comment/advise on national and local issues including relevant guidance, policies and legislation