awards
Award for Excellence in the Advancement of Occupational Therapy
Established in 1973 as the Certificate of Appreciation and
renamed in 2015, this award expresses the appreciation of the Association for extraordinary contributions to the advancement of occupational therapy.
Description and purpose
To express the appreciation of the Association for extraordinary contributions to the advancement of occupational therapy.
Minimal requirements
- Nominees shall have made a significant contribution to the advancement of occupational therapy, including but not limited to: political support, innovative or emerging practice, or an outstanding leadership role.
- Nominees who are members of the Association may include an individual or group whose services or contributions are clearly beyond those of normal professional duties or responsibilities.
- Nominees who are not members of the Association may include an individual or group whose services or contributions have markedly benefited occupational therapy.
Previous Recipients
The following members have been awarded the Award for Excellence in the Advancement of Occupational Therapy.