Life Skills Training for OTs
About
Enhance your skills in delivering Life Skills Training for clients with disabilities in this practical 6-hour workshop.
Designed for occupational therapists working with adolescents and adults, this session explores effective strategies to build independence in daily living skills. We'll cover Life Skills Training in the context of current NDIS legislation, including the use of assistive technology.
Learn how to:
Use client-centred, goal-driven approaches
Assess skill levels and identify ADL goals
Develop tailored intervention plans
Support independence across home and community tasks
Ideal for OTs at any career stage, this session includes evidence-based tools, case examples, and practical resources to use immediately in practice.
Date
Tuesday 16 September 2025 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (UTC+10)
COST
$395 per person (includes all materials, catering, and planning resources)
Location
OT Services Group
3 Turner Ave, Bentley WA 6102
PRESENTED BY:
Nikki Cousins is the Director of Action Occupational Therapy, a boutique practice in the Hunter Region, NSW.
She specialises in wheelchair prescription, seating and positioning, and has extensive experience supporting clients with neurological and physical conditions.
Nikki has presented at national conferences including ATSA and OTA, and delivers training in areas including sensory processing, supported decision-making and daily living skills.
She is a board member of ARATA and a strong advocate for evidence-informed, person-centred practice.
Nikki also enjoys mentoring clinicians navigating complex cases and is the co-host of the OT Unplugged podcast, where she shares insights on contemporary OT practice in the NDIS context.