Come join our virtual focus group series Join multiple sessions to discuss current practices and strategies. Learn from our facilitators about current evidence-based research. Embrace the opportunity to connect and collaborate with other OTs from across the state. Meet our Facilitators Chelsea Tedder, OTR Chittenden South Supervisory Union Trauma-Informed Care Nicki Hawko, OTR UVM Medical Center Implementation of Low Vision Supports Heather Preis, OTR Burlington School District Preschools Evaluations and Supports Quinby McLellan, COTA Vermont Assistive Technology Program OT Entrepreneurship Mary Katherine Stone, OTR UVM Medical Center UE Rehabilitation A minimum of two sessions must be attended to receive a contact hour certificate. A zoom invitation will be sent at a later date that will allow access to all sessions. Mark your calendars for the days and times you would like to attend. An exit card will be sent to verify attendance. We look forward to seeing you there. OT and OTA students please join VOTA Benefits include: Quarterly newsletter Access to our Student forum Eligibility to submit for our annual Book Scholarship (awarded each August) Important information about OT in Vermont Employment Opportunities Resources Low cost Annual VOTA Conference Only $15 for a 1 year membership
To answer your questions on continuing education, please read the Office’s policy on Continuing Education and Impacts of COVID-19 which is posted on COVID-19 webpage. VT Medicaid Update Telephone visits covered: Out of State Licensees and Telehealth Additional links for information related to COVID-19 Vermont Department of Health- https://www.healthvermont.gov/response/coronavirus-covid-19 CDC- https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html CMS- https://www.cms.gov/files/document/03092020-covid-19-faqs-508.pdf WHO- https://www.who.int/blueprint/priority-diseases/key-action/novel-coronavirus/en/
VT Dept of Health https://www.healthvermont.gov/interest-groups/health-professionals AOTA COVID-19 updates https://www.aota.org/Practice/Health-Wellness/COVID19.aspx Vermont Agency on Education https://education.vermont.gov/news/covid-19-guidance-vermont-schools Become a memberOur new rolling membership allows you to become a member and enjoy one or three year memberships without worrying about the calendar year! Join VOTA to stay informed about OT related issues in the state of Vermont, gain access to a directory of other Occupational Therapy practitioners in the state, get priority notice of events, discounted rate for the Annual Conference and more! |
Upcoming events
Please access our news section to obtain information regarding our Book Scholarship (deadline August each year) and Diane Aja Scholarship (deadline February each year). | Deadline for the Spring newsletter is March 26th. Please email submission to: votanewsletter@gmail.com |