Become an associate member

Recognising your role in occupational therapy

BAOT recognises that OT support staff are crucial to the profession. Our associate members officer and membership networks ensure that your voice is heard throughout the profession. Join BAOT and secure your role in the future of occupational therapy.

Preparing for change in health and social care

Current government policy indicates there is a strong possibility that all health and social care support staff will be regulated to ensure public safety. BAOT membership will supply you with advice, tools and materials to prepare for this process.

Take control of your career

Map your career with our continuing professional development tools. Learn more about training opportunities and career frameworks available from BAOT.

Making CPD manageable

Your CPD time is important to the profession. BAOT has issued a statement recommending protected CPD time for all members. To ensure you make constructive use of this time guidance and resources are available to members.

Share practice with colleagues at our dedicated associate member events

Attend our national and local CPD events for OT support staff. Meet other support staff and expand your professional and personal networks. Each delegate receives an exclusive COT certificate and CPD folder.

Get involved in the planning of associate membership services

Join or start a local group for OT support staff. Make your voice heard by becoming an associate member representative on your regional committee, associate members committee and Council.

Student membership for support workers in formal education

If you are studying the HNC in occupational therapy support or the Open University Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care you are eligible for student membership of BAOT.

• Visit the National Student Database to activate your student membership