CPD Empower is one of OT Australia’s major immersive learning events, bringing Occupational Therapists together from across the country for practical education, meaningful discussion, and high-impact skill development. With a focus on delivering relevant, practice-ready professional learning, CPD Empower has become a key annual event for clinicians seeking deeper knowledge and stronger professional connection.

Event Overview

In 2026, CPD Empower will run as a national workshop in Melbourne. The workshop offers a rich program combining hands-on workshops, evidence-informed content, and opportunities for therapists to learn, collaborate, and connect.

Dates: 26–27 March 2026

Time: Full-day workshop sessions across both days

Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Venue: Crowne Plaza, 1-5 Spencer Street, Melbourne

The Melbourne event will be held on 26-27 March 2026, featuring four focused workshop streams designed to support clinicians across a range of practice areas:

Stream 1: Connect Play Learn – Using the PAIR Model to Integrate Relational Approaches in Early Childhood Intervention

A relational, play-based stream exploring the PAIR Model and its application in early childhood practice.

Stream 2: Feeding Assessment and Intervention with Children

A practical workshop addressing paediatric feeding challenges, assessment tools, and intervention strategies.

Stream 3: Understanding Child Development & Assessment Fundamentals for 0-5 Years

A core developmental stream focusing on early childhood milestones, assessment approaches, and clinical reasoning.

Stream 4: Supporting Adolescents, Teenagers and their Families Through Puberty and Beyond

A comprehensive look at supporting adolescents through key developmental transitions, with a focus on function, communication and family collaboration.

Across all four streams, attendees can expect interactive CPD hours, practical resources, peer learning and opportunities to build confidence through hands-on activities.

Our Involvement

Crescent Healthcare is pleased to share that we will be exhibiting at the Melbourne CPD Empower event. Occupational Therapists attending the conference are encouraged to visit the Crescent Healthcare stand, meet the team, and explore the services and support the organisation provides across the sector.

The team looks forward to connecting with Occupational Therapists, discussing shared challenges, and strengthening relationships that support high-quality clinical practice across Australia.

Why Attend

CPD Empower Melbourne offers:

• Professional growth supported by evidence-informed workshops
• Focused workshops streams tailored to specific areas of OT practice
• Networking and community, connecting therapists across settings and career stages
• Practical, actionable learning that can be applied immediately in everyday practice

For clinicians seeking meaningful development, CPD Empower remains one of the most valuable opportunities of the year.

Join Us

Registrations are now open. OTs are encouraged to secure your place and explore full event details via the official registration page.

Crescent Healthcare looks forward to welcoming attendees in Melbourne for two inspiring days of learning, connection, and professional empowerment.

Contact us at hello@crescenthealthcare.com.au or 1300 04 05 06.