In this section you’ll find COTEC’s stance on a specific issue or topic relevant to occupational therapy. It outlines our perspectives, principles, and recommendations, serving as a guide for stakeholders, policymakers, and the broader community to understand and align with our advocacy for the profession.
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Occupational therapy and primary care
Scoping review: occupational therapy interventions in primary care
Joint Statement on ‘Smart, Healthy and Age-Friendly Environment’ – Caritás Diocesiana de Coimbra and AFEdemy
Written statement on ‘Advancing public health for sustainable development in the WHO European Region’ – WHO – RC68
Joint statement on initiative of WONCA with 6 co-signers on overdiagnosis in health care and over- medicalicalisation of society
Joint statement on Health systems strengthening and health coverage.
Joint statement in Vaccine-preventable diseases and immunisation on the initiative of WONCA/EFPC
Joint Oral Statement on Accreditation of 19 Non State Actors in FENSA
Joint Statement WHO-RC67 – Planetary Health & Primary Health Care
Joint Statement WHO-RC67 – Towards a sustainable health workforce in the WHO European Region: framework for action
Refugee Health: Leaving no one behind.
Working together towards an effective and influential mental health workforce in Europe
Occupational Therapy Perspective on integrated Care
COTEC’s publications encompass a range of resources designed to inform, inspire, and support the occupational therapy community. These include research reports, guidelines, and other documents that highlight key developments, insights, and best practices in the profession. Our publications aim to advance knowledge, influence policy, and promote excellence in occupational therapy across Europe.
List of Documents
Occupational Therapy and Primary Care
Scoping Review – Occupational Therapy Interventions in Primary Care
COTEC’s Strategic Plan outlines our long-term vision, priorities, and goals to advance occupational therapy across Europe. It serves as a roadmap to guide our activities, collaborations, and advocacy efforts, ensuring we address the evolving needs of the profession and society. Through this plan, we aim to strengthen our impact, foster innovation, and promote excellence in occupational therapy practice and education.
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COTEC Strategic Plan – 2025-2028
COTEC’s annual Summary of the Profession provides an overview of the state of occupational therapy across Europe. This document highlights key trends, statistics, and developments within the profession, offering valuable insights for practitioners, educators, policymakers, and stakeholders. It serves as a comprehensive resource to track progress, identify challenges, and celebrate achievements in occupational therapy each year.
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Summary of the Profession – 2024
Summary of the Profession – 2023
Summary of the Profession – 2022
Summary of the Profession – 2022 – Graphical Representations
Summary of the Profession – 2021
Summary of the Profession – 2021 – Graphical Representations
Summary of the Profession – 2020
Summary of the Profession – 2019
Summary of the Profession – 2018
Summary of the Profession – 2017
Summary of the Profession – 2016
Summary of the Profession – 2015
Summary of the Profession – 2014
Summary of the Profession – 2013
Summary of the Profession – 2012
Summary of the Profession – Periodic Report – 2005-2012
Summary of the Profession – 2011
Summary of the Profession – 2010
Summary of the Profession – 2009
Summary of the Profession – 2008
Summary of the Profession – 2007