Health and social care management in European countries can be targeted and positively influenced by the involvement of occupational therapists in specific areas, for instance, in relation to active ageing; community – based rehabilitation; the impact of child disability on the child and family; vocational rehabilitation; the treatment of mental health issues, and so on.
For a profession like occupational therapy to be visible and valued for the role that it can play, it is necessary that this role is made clear, to the wider public, – to other professionals, stakeholders and policy makers, in order for informed decisions to be made, and valuable resources most effectively used.
COTEC recognises the need of collaboration and is pleased to work together with other organisations on all levels. (also see alliances)
The following documents have been prepared to raise awareness amongst politicians and decision- makers in the EU and in European countries, of the recognized value of occupational therapy within health and social systems.
List of Documents
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
Health and social care management in European countries can be targeted and positively influenced by the involvement of occupational therapists in specific areas, for instance, in relation to active ageing; community – based rehabilitation; the impact of child disability on the child and family; vocational rehabilitation; the treatment of mental health issues, and so on.
For a profession like occupational therapy to be visible and valued for the role that it can play, it is necessary that this role is made clear, to the wider public, – to other professionals, stakeholders and policy makers, in order for informed decisions to be made, and valuable resources most effectively used.
COTEC recognises the need of collaboration and is pleased to work together with other organisations on all levels. (also see alliances)
The following documents have been prepared to raise awareness amongst politicians and decision- makers in the EU and in European countries, of the recognized value of occupational therapy within health and social systems.
List of Documents
COTEC Stroke Rehabilitation Leaflet
Occupational Therapy and Primary Care
Scoping Review – Occupational Therapy Interventions in Primary Care
Health and social care management in European countries can be targeted and positively influenced by the involvement of occupational therapists in specific areas, for instance, in relation to active ageing; community – based rehabilitation; the impact of child disability on the child and family; vocational rehabilitation; the treatment of mental health issues, and so on.
For a profession like occupational therapy to be visible and valued for the role that it can play, it is necessary that this role is made clear, to the wider public, – to other professionals, stakeholders and policy makers, in order for informed decisions to be made, and valuable resources most effectively used.
COTEC recognises the need of collaboration and is pleased to work together with other organisations on all levels. (also see alliances)
The following documents have been prepared to raise awareness amongst politicians and decision- makers in the EU and in European countries, of the recognized value of occupational therapy within health and social systems.
List of Documents
COTEC Strategic Plan – 2021-2024
Health and social care management in European countries can be targeted and positively influenced by the involvement of occupational therapists in specific areas, for instance, in relation to active ageing; community – based rehabilitation; the impact of child disability on the child and family; vocational rehabilitation; the treatment of mental health issues, and so on.
For a profession like occupational therapy to be visible and valued for the role that it can play, it is necessary that this role is made clear, to the wider public, – to other professionals, stakeholders and policy makers, in order for informed decisions to be made, and valuable resources most effectively used.
COTEC recognises the need of collaboration and is pleased to work together with other organisations on all levels. (also see alliances)
The following documents have been prepared to raise awareness amongst politicians and decision- makers in the EU and in European countries, of the recognized value of occupational therapy within health and social systems.
List of Documents
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
EU Members
COTEC collaborates with numerous national occupational therapy associations across Europe. These member associations represent the interests of occupational therapists in their respective countries, working together to promote the profession, enhance education and practice standards, and advocate for the role of occupational therapy in healthcare systems.