mEMBER BENEFITS

Our new rolling membership allows you to become a member and enjoy one or three year memberships without worrying about the calendar year!

Join VOTA to stay informed about OT related issues in the state of Vermont, participate in committees and SIGs, gain access to a directory of other Occupational Therapy practitioners in the state, get priority notice of events, discounted rate for the Annual Conference and more!

Legislative Updates: Our members have access to the latest legislative news and updates on a federal and state level and have opportunities to personally participate in the legislative process with events.

State Conference: Members enjoy a reduced rate to our Annual Spring Conference which features expert speakers on a variety of topics. This 1 day conference allows attendees to earn at least 6 CEUs 

Low Cost and Discounted CEUs: VOTA members are first to learn about and register for low- and discounted CEU opportunities, including our collaboration with the NE OT Collaborative

Special Interest Sections: Join with other OTs/OTAs who specialize in specific areas of practice. VOTA members can participate in any of our current SIS groups (currently active Pediatrics) and are also invited to establish new SIS groups to grow in other areas of practice.

Leadership Opportunities: VOTA is led and run by volunteers. Build our profession and enhance your resume by joining our Board of Directors, leading an SIS group, or chairing a committee.

Networking: Connect with other dedicated OT professionals in Vermont at our social and educational events.

News and Information: VOTA members are kept up-to-date on all matters concerning the practice of occupational therapy through our newsletters. Our emails and frequently updated social media profiles give members access to the information they need to maximize their practice.

Recognition Opportunities: Each year, VOTA recognizes members who demonstrate exemplary service to the association, the profession, and the community.

Resources: VOTA members have access to our growing database of Vermont resources for various areas of practice (coming soon!) 

Scholarship Opportunities: Diane Aja Scholarship and Student Scholarship 

OT and OTA students please join VOTA!

Student Member Benefits include:

• Quarterly newsletter
• Access to our Student forum 
• Share Research Surveys (via Student forum, Facebook, or contact votapublicrelations@gmail.com)
• Eligibility to submit for our annual Student Scholarship (awarded each August)
• Important information about OT in Vermont
• Employment Opportunities
• Fieldwork Placement Assistance (email: votapublicrelations@gmail.com)
• Low cost Annual VOTA Conference 
• Only $15 for a 1 year membership