If you want to become a better OT who loves what you do, you're in the right place!
Master the Foundations of OT Success to build your competence and confidence!
A CPD membership for all OTs, so you can become a better OT who loves what you do by improving your professional and clinical skills across any setting.
Are you an OT who finds it hard to make time for regular professional development?
Do you sign-up for random CPD events without a real plan for what learning goals you're trying to achieve?
Do you pay loads for courses and workshops, but then have trouble implementing what you learnt in the course to your everyday practice?
Or do you buy CPD that will give you a quick answer or win, but then you realise you can't really generalise that skill to another clinical area.
Do you think there's room to improve or revisit your foundational skills in OT theory, information gathering, working with others, implementing effective service delivery and knowing how you can actually measure the outcomes you're delivering?
And what if you actually are thinking - "No, those things are fine. But I want to do more! How can I raise the bar to take my skills and work to the next level and make an impact beyond my day-to-day practice?"
If you said 'YES' to any of those questions, the YOTT Alliance is for you!
Making time for high-quality CPD can be hard, but now there's a solution - The Your OT Tutor Alliance!
Learn practical skills and strategies from an experienced clinical educator, alongside other proud #OTNerds who will celebrate your love of learning.
Develop or extend your foundational OT skills and knowledge so you can develop solid clinical reasoning skills that you can use across any setting or caseload.
Access the content anytime you need it so you can fit it into your busy schedule.
AND it's an affordable price that will seem too good to be true.
But what will I learn?
Each month you’ll be able to access a range of learning opportunities and resources linked to Clare's Foundations of OT Success. Here is what we’ll cover:
1. EMPOWER YOURSELF - Consider your own needs first. Engage in self-reflection and supervision, set impactful CPD goals, build resilience, and navigate career progression, ensuring your values, passion for learning and professional fulfilment remain central to your OT experience.
2. THINK LIKE AN OT - Kickstart your OT Brain and set it to autopilot. Unleash the power of thinking like an OT by using models, processes, frameworks and principles to guide a client-centred, holistic approach to your practice.
3. BE A PROUD #OTNERD - Dive into the world of evidence-based practice. Learn the art of blending research evidence, client values, resource considerations, and your personal expertise to craft the optimal therapeutic approach for your clients.
4. CONNECT AND COLLABORATE - Hone your skills in effective communication, interpersonal interactions and rapport building. Explore the essentials of forming therapeutic relationships with clients, families, and fellow health professionals.
5. BE AN OT DETECTIVE - Elevate your skills in gathering comprehensive client information. Improve your interview, observation, activity analysis and assessment selection abilities to facilitate targeted and effective therapy sessions, while also being able to measure the impact and value of the services you deliver.
6. SOLVE PROBLEMS, CHANGE LIVES - Help your clients overcome functional barriers. Explore core skills like activity adaptation and retraining, assistive technology prescription, environmental modification and report writing, to elevate client independence, participation, and quality of life.
7. TEACH AND TRANSFORM - Embrace your inner teacher, passing on your knowledge and skills to fellow OTs. Gain confidence in providing supervision, teaching students, mentoring, leading others, and extending your impact through providing team education and external training.
8. RAISE THE BAR - Elevate your impact and showcase the awesomeness of OT. Dive into quality improvement and research, step up by joining associations and committees, take the stage by presenting at conferences and events, and create a powerful social media presence.
Need some social proof to take the plunge?
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR - CLARE BATKIN!
So why should you learn with Clare?
I’m a proud #OT Nerd who is on a mission to make learning accessible and enjoyable for all OTs so you can improve your competence and confidence and deliver high quality services to your clients.
Here’s a little about me:
I’ve worked as an OT for over 15 years across public and private sectors, in both hospital and community settings.
I’ve worked across lots of different caseloads, including aged care, orthopaedics, burns, hand therapy, neurosciences, surgical, medical, mental health and more.
I work as a sessional academic at a university and have supervised many students and new grads (so I can help you connect the dots between what they teach you at uni and what you need to know to be a great OT).
I’ve presented at international conferences and have a publication in an international peer-reviewed journal.
I'm a busy working mum - I know CPD has to be accessible, affordable and impactful!
I’ve got 13,100+ followers on LinkedIn from around the world (my content is relevant and helpful to lots of OTs!)
Nearly 4000 people have signed up to access my resources, webinars and courses in under two years.
In 2024 I was a finalist for Occupational Therapist of the Year at the Allied Health Awards!!
THE CONTENT
Here’s what you’ll be able to access:
Monthly live workshop on a skill related to one of the Foundations of OT Success
Monthly Q&A session via Zoom
Regular online live and recorded journal club sessions on a range of topics
NEW from February 2025: Free 20-minute chat with Clare for personalised onboarding!
NEW from February 2025: Two "Office Hour" sessions each month - join a Zoom room and work alongside other YOTT Alliance members (no set structure, no pressure, just join if you'd like to work alongside someone for the company and moral support!)
New from February 2025: Discounted mentoring session to create your CPD learning plan - $50 for a 45-minute session with Clare focused on setting learning goals you can get excited about!
A library full of on-demand content and resources, and curated links to recommended websites
Discounts for Clare’s NDIS online courses and clinical education resources
Private OT Facebook Group exclusive to YOTT Alliance members - new online community format coming in 2025!
Access your on-demand content via a FREE mobile app
And here's what online workshops we've covered already - you can watch them now on demand!
The Foundations of OT Success
CPD Magic – Plan, choose, do, reflect
How to be an inclusive OT – Even when you don’t think the system will let you
Finding and using research evidence – It’s not as difficult as you think!
Effective multidisciplinary teamwork
Using standardised assessments in the right way, for the right reasons
Effective client education – The 5 principles you need to be applying
Build your own student resource kit – Tools and tips to get you started
Level-up your LinkedIn – Without showing up on AHRPA’s radar
Get the most out of your membership in 2025
You can access a discount to my big courses, or watch my paid mini-courses on-demand for free!
INCLUDED: FCA Report Writing Mini-course
INCLUDED: FCA Standardised Assessments mini-course
INCLUDED: Level-up your LinkedIn Profile
NEW INCLUSION FROM JANUARY 2025: The OT FCA Quick Guide
DISCOUNTED: The OT Guide to Completing a Functional Capacity Assessment
DISCOUNTED: 10 Steps to NDIS Report Writing Success
DISCOUNTED: Managing challenging situations in the NDIS
And access valuable downloads you normally have to pay for!
CPD Portfolio template
FCA Standardised Assessments Guide
FCA Report Guide
Want to keep up with the latest research evidence? Check out the FREE library of recorded journal club sessions and come to five live sessions each year!
Falls prevention
Pressure care management
Functional Neurological Disorder
Cognitive rehabilitation
Home modifications value for money
End-of-life AT prescription
Working with people with MS
Neurodiversity-affirming OT practice
Wheelchair power seat elevation
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
And many more!
NB Journal club sessions are currently freely available to members upon request; soon to be a full library built into your membership content!
The 2025 program is currently being finalised. Click on the button to see the 2024 program - all that content is now available on demand and 2025 will be even bigger and better!
THE BONUSES!
Access your content via a
Learning Management System – everything in one place via one login,
using your laptop or the free mobile app.
Sign-up for an annual membership deal today and get 12 months access for the price of 9! That's 3 months free!!
Not sure if it’s right for you? That’s OK –
sign-up for month-to-month access instead with no minimum length of time to stay.
Learn with an experienced educator who will deliver practical strategies and resources so you can apply what you learn straight away.
REMIND ME WHAT I'M GETTING...
Access to 2-3 hours of live, interactive CPD each month
Access to a huge library of on-demand CPD content
Convenient 24/7 access via a learning management system on your laptop or mobile app – one login, no lost recording links!
Join a community of OTs who are excited about learning!
One-on-one access to Clare for personalised onboarding and CPD planning
Work alongside Clare and other OTs during YOTT Alliance "Office Hours" - the no pressure space to work with company and accountability
The satisfaction that you’re learning from an experienced clinical educator who will teach you the foundational OT skills you need to succeed in any OT role
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this membership just for registered OTs, or can students and OTs on career breaks join too?
The membership is open to any OTs and OT students. If you’re not currently registered, or are working outside of Australia, you are also welcome! OT students may also be interested in my dedicated student membership launching in January 2025 – get in touch if you’d like to find out more.
Do I have to sign-up for a long period of time?
You can sign-up month-to-month or lock in a discount and purchase the membership (get 12 months for the price of 9!). If you're not ready to commit, join via the standard month-to-month access, where you can pay for one month then leave if it’s not for you. Look for the month-to-month sign-up button on this page.
Do I have to come to all the live sessions?
It would be great to see you, but I know life is busy. All the formal CPD sessions are recorded and added to your on-demand content so you can go and revisit it whenever you like, as many times as you like. If you're in it just for the content and not the live connection, that's fine too. Choose the features of the membership that work for you without any judgement or pressure to come to live sessions.
Can I share my login access with someone else?
Unfortunately not – this price is for one OT only. When you make your purchase, this is one of the terms you are agreeing to. If you want to sign-up a team of OTs, get in touch and ask about my corporate bundles for bulk sign-ups.
Do I have to pay for the mobile app?
No, the mobile app comes as part of your membership. You’ll receive details about how to download it and get started once you sign-up.
What if I'm already a YOTT Alliance member paying month-to-month - can I still purchase the annual membership?
Yes! Of course you can! YOTT Alliance members are my favourite OTs! Purchase the annual membership then I will cancel your month-to-month subscription and refund or organise a credit for any time remaining on your current monthly payment. If you haven't heard from me within 48 hours, contact me at yourottutor@outlook.com and I'll sort it out!
Thinking you might just wait for now?
That's fine, but just so you know...
As the content in the membership grows, so will the price.
Take advantage of this discount and lock in your access for 12 months for one low price, even if the standard price goes up during that time.
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TESTIMONIALS
Clare, with this course you've really set the industry standard. I've completed just about every course on FCA for OT's out there and this is by far the most in-depth, presented in such a systematic and clear way - the effort you've put into making this course is abundantly clear, and honestly I'm so grateful that you've created this to kindly share with your professional network. This course gets a solid 5/5 for me - thank you so so much! :)
Anonymous Occupational Therapist
Clare's dedication to facilitating growth in skills and knowledge is unparalleled, reflected in her mission to 'help occupational therapists to LEARN, GROW, and EXCEL.' Her expertise in how to best support OT students during placements in almost unparalleled in Australia. Equally impressive is her generosity with her time, connecting people to resources and individuals that can further their careers. Clare is indeed a vital asset to our profession.
Dave J - Director and Occupational Therapist
I commend Clare for her ability to effectively communicate complex concepts and create an engaging learning environment. Her passion for empowering clinicians and ensuring high-quality assessments that align with the core principles of the NDIS is truly commendable....I have found Clare to be approachable and responsive, always willing to provide answers and support when needed. Overall, Clare is an invaluable asset to any educational program or training initiative.
Kumar E - Principal Occupational Therapist
As a busy practice owner, I’ve absolutely loved having this resource available for my new grads . Even though I’ve got plenty of my own guides and sample FCA reports to share with them , what I lack is time to sit down and go through these step by step to make sure they truly understand the process. The 8 hours worth of online learning has been a massive investment for me and a valuable resource for my team. Thank you Clare Batkin!
Angie C - Director and Occupational Therapist
Clare has been an invaluable resource for me as a new graduate OT - I regularly check her business page: Your OT Tutor and have recommended my colleagues do the same for easy to digest updates and tips! Clare has gone out of her way to assist me with my CPD portfolio and provided me with such a helpful template to use (a life saver!). Clare is extremely helpful, approachable, and very responsive despite her busy schedule.
Brodie S - New Graduate OT
Clare has done a fabulous job with spearheading 'Your OT Tutor', a journal club that has really helped me stay up to date with the current evidence on topics directly relevant to my practice. Her approach is comprehensive yet practical, given how time-poor clinicians often are, and I am very much looking forward to our 2023 sessions. I highly recommend Clare to other OTs - those starting out as well as others who are more established in the profession - she is an absolute asset to both.
Natalie J - Owner & Principal Occupational Therapist