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Our Journey Through Time
The Malaysian Occupational Therapy Association (OT Malaysia) is a professional independent and non-political organisation. Interest in the formation of the association started in the late sixties which led to its inauguration on 20 March 1969 with members who were all trained overseas mostly from Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom and India. OT Malaysia become a full member of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) in 1990.
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Empowering Lives Through Occupational Therapy
We are dedicated to helping children, families, and communities achieve their fullest potential. Our work is rooted in evidence-based practice, compassion, and a deep belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive in daily life.
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Focus Areas of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy helps individuals maintain a healthy balance between daily living, productivity, and leisure. These three areas are essential to achieve independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.
OT supports independence in essential daily routines such as personal hygiene, eating, mobility, dressing, medication management, communication, and self-care
Occupational therapy empowers individuals to participate fully in productive roles, including paid work, household responsibilities, and educational activities.
Therapists promote healthy leisure balance through activities like socialising, exercising, sports, crafts, and hobbies that foster enjoyment, relaxation, and personal growth.
Learn more about how occupational therapy can support you in everyday life — reach out to OT Malaysia.
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Driving Growth in Occupational Therapy
The association aims to promote the profession and it supports the development, use and practise of Occupational Therapy in Malaysia and the world. This is achieved through programs related to education and research, professional development and promotion, publication, membership drive and quality and standard. All members are obliged to base their professional conduct on the Code of Ethic and professional conduct which was adopted in January 1995. Nationwide, we have an estimated of >2000 Occupational Therapists practising in Malaysia.
