Headlines

1. Two Important Changes to Registrant Renewal (May 22, 2008)
2. Spring 2008 Newsletter now online (May 9, 2008)
3. COTBC releases latest practice guideline: Obtaining Consent to Occupational Therapy Services (May 9, 2008)
4. Public Information Sheet: Sexual Misconduct - What You Should Know (May 9, 2008)

Two Important Changes to Registrant Renewal

1. ONLINE Renewal Option: Beginning June 1, 2008 you can renew your COTBC registration online. Whether you renew online or return your renewal by mail, please note that you are also required to mail in verification of professional liability insurance to the college.

2. CRIMINAL RECORD RE-CHECK: Changes to the Criminal Records Review Act (the Act) requires the college to re-submit criminal record checks for all registrants with Criminal Record Check clearance letters older than five years.

Watch for more information on the flyer included with your registration renewal package and on the college website.

Please ensure that your annual registration is completed and returned to the college by June 30, 2008. This will avoid penalty fees and the risk of cancellation of your registration.

Spring 2008 Instep Newsletter

Download the latest newsletter which includes information regarding continuing competence, a quiz to test your consent knowledge, updates on legislation changes that affect college requirements and more.

Obtaining Consent to Occupational Therapy Services

This latest publication includes guidelines on how to ensure you have obtained valid consent to any services you may provide to clients. It also includes a checklist to quickly assess if your consent practices are current with present legislation.

Public Information Sheet: Sexual Misconduct - What You Should Know

This public information sheet was designed to inform employers and the general public of what they should do if they suspect sexual misconduct by an occupational therapist.