AOTA Launch Pad
AOTA Member: $25/session or $99 for package
Nonmember: $30/session or $109 for package
Individual résumé critique available if you purchase the full package
As you enter into the new phase of your professional life, AOTA is here to support you in your career journey and provide you with the resources and guidance you need to succeed.
We know that you're busy finishing up your final year of classes or hard at work at your first job, so we've made accessing the AOTA Launch Pad webinars easy and convenient for you. With short sessions a couple of days a week, spread out over a 2-week period in the evenings after work and school, you'll be able to access these important resources from the comfort of your home at a time that works for you.
How to negotiate for the salary you want and other financial tips
February 22 | 8:00 pm–9:00 pm ET
Do you feel confident negotiating your salary? If you answered no, you are not alone! Most occupational therapy practitioners feel uncomfortable talking about money and asking for a raise, and as a result, they are not paid what their work is worth. It is time that we educate practitioners to negotiate salaries that are appropriate to the work they are delivering. Come and become an empowered professional who is confident asking for a professional salary. Learn the differences between being salaried, per diem, and a contractor.
Earn 1.0 Contact hour
Speaker
Michele Alainz, OTR/L, BCP
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
Pomona, California
This webinar is sponsored by AMBA. We thank them for their support.
Making the transition from student to new practitioner
February 23 | 8:00 pm–9:00 pm ET
Feeling anxious about making the transition from being a student to a new practitioner? No worries! During this session you will hear from three recent graduates who have successfully made the transition to being an entry-level practitioner. Hear their stories and get tips on how to navigate starting your new career. Get your questions answered in real time.
Earn 1.0 Contact hour
Speakers
Leigh Herzberger, OTR/L
Pediatric Therapeutic Services, Inc.,
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania
Lily Kaplan, COTA/L
Holy Family
Methuen, Massachusetts
Molly G. Dunn, OTD, OTR/L
Medical City Denton
Denton, Texas
Rachael Kurtzman, OTR/L
New York at NYU Langone Hospital- Brooklyn
New York City, New York
Moderator
Alyson Stover, MOT, JD, OTR/L, BCP
President, AOTA
North Bethesda, Maryland
This webinar is sponsored by AMBA. We thank them for their support.
OT and OTA collaboration in the practice setting: Doing it right!
February 28 | 8:00 pm–9:00 pm ET
Have you ever been unsure about how to collaborate with an OT or an OTA? Whether you are an OT or an OTA, join us as an experienced OT/OTA team discusses strategies to develop a strong collaboration between OTs and OTAs in practice. Attendees will identify resources and strategies to help determine OT vs. OTA practice roles, to provide and document OTA supervision and OTA service competency, and to foster a professional OT/OTA relationship.
Earn 1.0 Contact hour
Speakers
Jennifer DeBourge, MS, OTR/L
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
Shannon White, MA, COTA/L
American Occupational Therapy Association
North Bethesda, Maryland
This webinar is sponsored by AMBA. We thank them for their support.
Wondering about wandering? Travel therapy 101
March 1 | 8:00 pm–9:00 pm ET
Come join us and learn about the Who-What-When-Where-Whys (or Why Nots) and How of travel therapy from a current traveling therapist! This session, about the ins and outs of travel therapy, is designed as two parts: informative presentation and Q&A. Bring any questions that you might have—the presenter would love to answer them and help you understand this exciting field. For OTs and OTAs.
Earn 1.0 Contact hour
Speakers
Alison Grygo, COTA/L
Post Acute Medical, Georgetown and HealthPro Heritage, Wilmington, both in Delaware
Drew Hill, OTR/L
Triage Staffing
Omaha, Nebraska
Moderator
Caitlin Halloran Edwards
Student & New Practitioner Engagement Manager, AOTA
North Bethesda, Maryland
This webinar is sponsored by AMBA. We thank them for their support.
Everyday advocacy–A journey from practice to the Indiana State House
March 2 | 8:00 pm–9:00 pm ET
Come hear AOTA Board of Director Dr. Garcia Wilburn discuss her journey from practitioner to academician to new representative in the Indiana State House. Learn how she has woven her advocacy for OT into all aspects of her professional journey.
Earn 1.0 Contact hour
Speaker
Victoria Garcia Wilburn, DHSc, OTR, FAOTA
Indiana University
Indianapolis, Indiana
This webinar is sponsored by AMBA. We thank them for their support.
Opportunity for Résumé Critique
If you signed up for all of the Launch Pad sessions, you are eligible to sign up for a one-in-one session and have your résumé critiqued. You will spend up to 15 minutes with an expert reviewing your current résumé and getting tips to improve for your job search. The sign-up link will be emailed to those registered for the full program in mid-February. Slots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Additional instructions will be included once registered attendees sign up. You must have a prepared résumé to participate and agree to be on camera with the reviewer. We will be using the Zoom platform.
All résumé critique sessions will be scheduled prior to each Launch Pad session.
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