Education Day

Education Day is a pre-conference day bringing together academics and educators to inform, update and discuss challenges and opportunities for Occupational Therapy education in Australia. Tuesday 24 June 2025



Who should attend Education Day

Education Day is for academics, researchers, clinical and sessional educators, placement coordinators, practice educators, program leads and program coordinators.




What to expect

Join us for Education Day, the ultimate professional development workshop tailored for occupational therapy academics, clinical and sessional educators. Held the day before the Occupational Therapy Australia National Conference & Exhibition in Adelaide, on Tuesday 24 June 2025 Education Day is a hub for engaging discussions, cutting-edge insights, and transformative ideas.

With interactive workshops, expert panels, and opportunities for networking, you’ll gain valuable tools and strategies to enhance your teaching, practice, and leadership.

This is your chance to connect, share, and grow with peers passionate about shaping the future of occupational therapy education in an expanded and refreshed format.

Program Outline
Theme: AI in Occupational Therapy Education: Balancing Ethics, Innovation, and Inclusion
Arrival & Registration
Welcome & Introduction
Keynote Address
Dr Karen Jacobs
Bridging Worlds: AI as a Catalyst for Connection and Collaboration in Occupational Therapy Education
Panel Discussion:
Ethical Considerations in AI
Small Group Discussion Workshop
Clinical & Community Stream Academic Stream
Student Panel Discussion:
AI in Education from the Student Perspective
Innovation Showcase


Registration Inclusions

Education Day Registration

  • OTA Member - $290

  • Non-member - $375

  • Access to interactive workshops, expert panels, and opportunities for networking, you’ll gain valuable tools and strategies to enhance your teaching, practice, and leadership.

  • Catering (morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea)

  • Name badge

The registration form below is for the OT Education Day 2025 only, if you would like to also register for the conference please go to the registration tab