Become a retired member

Celebrate your professional identity as a retired member

Occupational therapy inspires passion in many practitioners who want to continue to be involved in the profession after retirement. The professional body shares this passion.  So if you are about to retire, or are currently retired, continue participating by becoming a retired member of BAOT.

Who is eligible for retired membership?

If you are an occupational therapist or support worker no longer actively employed in that role due to retirement, you are invited to join as a retired member.

Extend your professional indemnity for complete peace of mind

Enjoy full retrospective indemnity insurance against any claims brought against you from your time in practice.

Share your passion for the profession

Keep in touch with colleagues and make new contacts through our varied local, regional, national and worldwide networks.  We support events and networking opportunities for retired members to enjoy the cameraderie and information sharing of fellow retired professional members. Opportunities abound to engage in volunteer work, documenting the history of the profession and promoting the continued growth of occupational therapy.

Shape your professional legacy

Continue to share your experience and expertise with the profession through mentoring, volunteering and speaking at events. You have the opportunity and knowledge to influence the future vision and direction of the profession as it evolves in the years to come.