activities · 22
what they do
direct service · 3
- Delivers direct occupational therapy services and caregiver education Habilitation & Life Skills TrainingProvides customized treatment programs, functional evaluations, and adaptation recommendations to improve individuals’ safety and independence in daily activities, along with education for families and caregivers.
- Direct occupational therapy services Habilitation & Life Skills TrainingProvides customized treatment programs to improve individuals’ ability to perform daily activities, conducts evaluations with adaptation recommendations for safety and independence, and offers education to families and caregivers on supporting individuals in therapy.
- Direct occupational therapy services Habilitation & Life Skills TrainingProvides customized treatment programs, evaluations, and adaptation recommendations to improve individuals’ ability to perform daily activities safely and independently at home and work, including education for families and caregivers.
advocacy · 5
- Advocacy for Occupational Therapy Legislation Healthcare Professional AdvocacyAdvocates for legislation that supports occupational therapy practice and access to services, such as the acceptance of out-of-state licenses and coverage for outpatient occupational therapy services for adults.
- Advocacy for occupational therapy policy and licensure reform Healthcare Professional AdvocacyAdvocates for state legislation to expand access to occupational therapy services, including support for HB2569 (out-of-state license reciprocity) and ARS 36-2907 (coverage for adult outpatient OT services). Organizes an annual Occupational Therapy Hill Day to engage with policymakers.
- Conducts advocacy to expand occupational therapy access and licensure Healthcare Professional AdvocacyAdvocates for policy changes such as ARS 36-2907 (extending outpatient OT coverage for adults) and HB2569 (acceptance of out-of-state licenses), and organizes an annual Occupational Therapy Hill Day to engage policymakers.
- Occupational Therapy Hill Day Healthcare Professional AdvocacyOrganizes an annual Occupational Therapy Hill Day to engage with policymakers and advocate for the profession.
- State legislative advocacy for occupational therapy Healthcare Professional AdvocacyAdvocates for policy changes to improve access to occupational therapy services, including supporting the passage of HB2569 (out-of-state license reciprocity) and ARS 36-2907 (expanded insurance coverage), and organizes an annual Occupational Therapy Hill Day.
capacity building · 14
- Continuing Education Unit Provision Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOffers continuing education units on various topics relevant to occupational therapy, including trauma-informed care, education, and pelvic health.
- Continuing Education and Professional Development Conferences Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesHosts annual fall conferences and biennial spring conferences to provide continuing education, networking, and professional development opportunities for occupational therapy practitioners and students in Arizona.
- Continuing education and professional development conferences Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesHosts an annual Fall Conference and a biennial Spring Conference, along with additional state-wide conferences each year, to provide continuing education, networking, and professional development opportunities for occupational therapy practitioners and students in Arizona.
- Continuing education and professional development conferences Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesHosts an annual Fall Conference and a biennial Spring Conference to provide continuing education, networking, and professional development opportunities for occupational therapy practitioners and students in Arizona. The organization also organizes state-wide conferences twice per year.
- Continuing education units and training offerings Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOffers continuing education units on specialized topics such as trauma-informed care, pelvic health, and occupational therapy education. Also provides event postings for continuing education opportunities for a fee.
- Continuing education units and training programs Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOffers continuing education units on specialized topics such as trauma-informed care, pelvic health, and occupational therapy education to support professional competency and development.
- Hosts annual and biennial conferences for professional development Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOrganizes an annual Fall Conference and a biennial Spring Conference for occupational therapy practitioners and students in Arizona, providing continuing education, networking, and professional development opportunities.
- Information on Occupational Therapy Education Programs Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesProvides information about occupational therapy education programs available in Arizona.
- Job Board and Advertising ServicesOffers paid services for job postings, banner advertising, and promotion of continuing education events and school events for the occupational therapy community.
- Marketing and job posting services for OT professionals and organizationsOffers job postings for 30 or 90 days at tiered pricing, banner advertising for 90 days, and paid marketing services for non-ArizOTA sponsored OT/OTA school events, including email and social media promotion.
- Offers marketing and job posting services for OT-related opportunitiesProvides paid job posting services (30- or 90-day durations), banner advertising, and promotional support for non-ArizOTA-sponsored OT/OTA school events to support workforce and organizational needs.
- Provides continuing education and training programs Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOffers continuing education units on topics such as trauma-informed care, pelvic health, and occupational therapy education, including event-based learning opportunities for professionals and students.
- Support for occupational therapy education programs Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesProvides information and resources about occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant education programs in Arizona.
- Supports occupational therapy education and workforce development Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesProvides information about occupational therapy education programs in Arizona and supports student and practitioner engagement through conference programming and professional resources.
strategies · 16
how they think
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- Activity-Based Rehabilitation with Holistic Clinical Training activity-based_rehabilitation_and_holistic_trainingThe organization utilizes or adapts activities to help individuals increase independence, relying on skilled professionals trained in human anatomy, growth and development, and the social, emotional, and physiological effects of illness and injury to provide holistic clinical care.
- Advocacy for Occupational Therapy Access and Quality legislative_and_reimbursement_advocacyThe organization advocates on legislative and reimbursement issues to improve consumer access to occupational therapy services and enhance quality of life, while also monitoring legislative activity to ensure occupational therapy is included in relevant discussions and efforts.
- Advocacy for Policy and Access legislative_advocacyThe organization advocates on legislative and reimbursement issues at both state and federal levels to ensure occupational therapy is included in relevant discussions, influence decision-makers, and ultimately improve consumer access to occupational therapy services and enhance quality of life.
- Education Infrastructure Support education_resource_aggregationBuilds capacity in the occupational therapy workforce by aggregating and promoting access to educational resources, including academic programs and flexible learning formats for professionals at all career stages.
- Education Infrastructure and Resource Aggregation education_resource_aggregationSupports the development of the occupational therapy workforce by aggregating and promoting access to academic programs and educational resources within Arizona.
- Event-Based Community Engagement event-based_engagementBuilds community and industry engagement by organizing events and offering sponsorship and vendor opportunities that connect professionals, businesses, and stakeholders in occupational therapy.
- Interprofessional Collaboration and Community Integration professionalism_and_collaborationStrengthens the role of occupational therapy by collaborating with healthcare providers, educators, legislators, businesses, and community organizations to expand practice areas, improve consumer access, and integrate services across systems.
- Interprofessional and Community Collaboration professionalism_and_collaborationStrengthens the role of occupational therapy by collaborating with healthcare providers, educators, legislators, businesses, and community organizations to expand practice areas and improve consumer outcomes through integrated, client-centered services.
- Professional Development and Community Building professional_development_and_networkingThe organization fosters professional growth and engagement within the occupational therapy community by providing diverse continuing education, networking opportunities, and annual conferences, thereby building the profession in Arizona.
- Professional Development and Community Building professional_development_and_networkingThe organization fosters the growth and advancement of occupational therapy professionals by providing diverse continuing education, networking opportunities, and annual conferences, thereby building a strong and engaged occupational therapy community in Arizona.
- Professional Development through Continuing Education and Conferences professional_conference_modelThe organization advances occupational therapy practice in Arizona by providing structured continuing education opportunities and hosting annual conferences that foster professional growth, knowledge exchange, and community engagement among practitioners.
- Professional Development through Education and Conferences professional_conference_modelAdvances the occupational therapy profession by providing structured continuing education, diverse learning formats, and annual conferences that foster professional growth, networking, and engagement across the lifespan of practice.
- Promoting Professionalism and Collaboration for Improved Outcomes professionalism_and_collaborationThe organization promotes excellence and professionalism among occupational therapy practitioners and collaborates with a wide range of community stakeholders, including healthcare providers, educators, and legislators, to improve occupational performance and advocate for system change through member engagement.
- Promoting Professionalism and Collaboration for Improved Outcomes professionalism_and_collaborationThe organization promotes excellence and professionalism among occupational therapy practitioners and collaborates with various stakeholders, including community members, healthcare providers, educators, and legislators, to improve occupational performance and advocate for system change.
- System-Level Advocacy for Legislative and Reimbursement Reform legislative_and_reimbursement_advocacyDrives systemic change by actively monitoring state and federal legislation, engaging decision-makers, and advocating on reimbursement and policy issues to expand access to occupational therapy services and protect practitioner interests.
- Systemic Advocacy for Occupational Therapy legislative_and_reimbursement_advocacyDrives system-level change by monitoring and influencing legislative and reimbursement policies, engaging decision-makers, and ensuring occupational therapy is represented in state and federal discussions to improve access and quality of care.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Fall Conference
Annual two-day continuing education event offering CEUs, networking, and professional development for OT practitioners and students
Legislative Advocacy
Monitors state and federal legislation, engages with policymakers, and advocates for occupational therapy licensure and practice rights in Arizona
Spring SIS Symposium
Annual virtual or in-person symposium featuring CEU sessions on emerging topics in occupational therapy practice and education
relationships · 6
who they work with
- American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Partner — Collaborates on the OT Compact initiative and provides legislative resources.
- Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners Government — State licensing board for occupational therapists in Arizona; provides regulatory guidance and licensing administration
- Midwestern University Partner — Host institution for the 2026 Fall Conference.
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT®) Partner — Collaborates on the OT Compact initiative.
- National Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners Government — National certifying body for occupational therapy practitioners; sets continuing education requirements for certification renewal
- Triadvocates Partner — Hires as a lobbying group to assist with legislative affairs.