Swedish Association of Occupational Therapists
Swedish Association of Occupational Therapists (Sveriges Arbetsterapeuter) is an independent, non-political and non-denominational association for occupational therapists.
The Swedish Association of Occupational Therapists is both a professional organization and a trade union. The association handles professional and training issues, monitors pertinent political developments, salaries, collective agreements, and matters related to professional development and the formation of public opinion.
The association has about 10 000 members. The organization is grounded on professional fellowship and the representation of its members. Most part of Sweden's occupational therapists are members.
For admittance as member of the Swedish Association of Occupational Therapists proof of occupational therapist education must be presented, as well as a registered licence from the National Board of Health and Welfare.
Updated: 2014-11-02