Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association

Did you know that LOTA is Louisiana's trusted resource for continuing education approval?

Whether you're offering a course or planning your professional development, LOTA helps ensure continuing education meets Louisiana requirements for OT licensure renewal. Courses approved through LOTA are recognized by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (LSBME) for license renewal.

✅ CE Providers: Submit courses, workshops, and conferences through LOTA's approval process to offer LOTA CE hours.
✅ Occupational Therapy Practitioners: Before investing your time and money, check whether a course has LOTA approval to help ensure it counts toward your Louisiana continuing education requirements. Courses offered through AOTA, AOTA-approved providers, and LOTA-approved offerings are recognized under Louisiana rules.

From course approval to continuing competency, LOTA is your go-to resource for CE in Louisiana.
Learn more about CE approvals and approved providers: LOTA CE Approval Process https://www.lota.org/page-1860962

🌟 A very special congratulations to Linda Alwood, Executive Director of the Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association, for being recognized as the LSAE Association Manager of the Year!

This award is a testament to the countless hours she invests in supporting practitioners, advocating for our profession, and helping LOTA thrive.

We couldn't be more proud of this well-deserved recognition. Thank you, Linda, for all you do!

❤️ Join us in congratulating Linda on this outstanding achievement!

LOTA Fall Conference is in the books! Save the date for September 24, 2027 at LSU-A. Consider sharing advancements and emerging areas of practice! Also consider getting involved in this amazing organization.

Tomorrow we learn, connect, and grow ✨

LOTA Annual Conference 2026 on the beautiful campus of LSU Alexandria!

📣 ***Registration will be reopened today!! Don’t miss out!!

📣OTPs in musculoskeletal and orthopedic practice may want to check out this upcoming CE opportunity!

Learn hands-on techniques and clinical reasoning strategies to help your clients participate in the meaningful occupations they need and love!

20 CEUs and a LOTA member discount!

⏰The countdown is on!

We're just weeks away from the Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference on Friday, September 25, at LSU Alexandria.

Get ready for a day filled with:

✅ Inspiring speakers
✅ Evidence-based practice updates
✅ Networking with OT and OTA professionals
✅ Student engagement opportunities
✅ Advocacy and leadership insights

Whether you're a student, practitioner, educator, or administrator, this is your opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate our profession together.

We can't wait to see you in Alexandria!

Register today: https://www.lota.org/event-6724353/Registration

Still time to sponsor!! Support Louisiana OTPs!

We are seeking sponsors and vendors for our annual conference!
Whether you're a local business, private clinic, hospital system, university, nonprofit organization, adaptive equipment company, healthcare technology provider, or philanthropic donor, your support helps us:

-Provide high-quality continuing education for occupational therapy professionals across Louisiana
-Support student development and future workforce recruitment
-Foster collaboration among healthcare providers, educators, and community organizations
-Strengthen advocacy efforts that directly impact Louisiana families and communities

As a sponsor or vendor, you'll gain meaningful visibility with decision-makers, clinicians, educators, practice owners, students, and healthcare leaders from across the state (and beyond) while demonstrating your investment in the well-being of Louisiana.

Every contribution matters. Whether you are able to sponsor a meal, host an exhibit booth, contribute door prizes, or provide a general donation, your partnership helps create an exceptional experience for attendees and lasting impact for the communities they serve.

This is more than a conference.

It's an opportunity to strengthen the healthcare workforce, improve access to services for Louisianians, and support the professionals who help people participate in the occupations that matter most throughout their lives.

Join us in shaping the future of occupational therapy in Louisiana.
📍 LSU Alexandria, Alexandria, Louisiana
📅 Friday, September 25, 2026

Interested in sponsorship or vendor opportunities?
For all the info, Contact: 📞 (Call or text) 225-572-2825 📧 [email protected] and Visit: www.lota.org

Together, we can elevate healthcare, empower practitioners, and improve lives across Louisiana.

Deadline to register September 13!!

📣OTPs in musculoskeletal and orthopedic practice may want to check out this upcoming CE opportunity!

Learn hands-on techniques and clinical reasoning strategies to help your clients participate in the meaningful occupations they need and love!

20 CEUs and a LOTA member discount!

Time to get Certified! If you missed the LSVT BIG course offered earlier this month, here’s your chance to enroll in the asynchronous online course.

Save $50 on professional pricing or $30 on student pricing with promo code LOTA26. Visit www.lsvtglobal.com to register and take the next step toward certification!