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British Orthodontic Society | Affiliated Organisations | Orthodontic... bos.org.uk | Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK - APTUK and AAH Pharmacy... aptuk.org |
The Orthodontic Technicians Association (OTA) is the professional body to which the majority of orthodontic technicians in the United Kingdom belong to. While the OTA is based in the UK it is by no means just a British professional body – many of its 320 Fellows, Licentiates, Members, Associate Members and Honorary Members live and practice overseas.
[edit] OfficesThe council meets at the headquarters of the British Orthodontic Society at 12 Bridewell Place, London, which opened in 2006. [edit] LogoThe OTA logo is circular in shape and depicts the letters OTA with an otter, the mascot of the Orthodontic Technicians Association. The otter is the association's mascot because of the possible pronunciation of OTA as "otter." The perimeter of the logo is encircled with the words "Orthodontic Technicians Association." [edit] Current activitiesThe aims of the association remain close to those of its founders: to encourage the study, promote the highest standards of practice and advance the knowledge of orthodontic laboratory and clinical techniques for the benefit of the orthodontic team and patient. The OTA continues to advise institutions and individuals on the use of all orthodontic laboratory techniques and the service that is provided by orthodontic technicians. [edit] MembershipThere are various grades of membership and these are as follows: [edit] Student MembersA dental technician undergoing training to specialise in orthodontics or a student dental technician with an interest in orthodontics. Students pay a reduced rate of subscription, receive the journal and can attend conferences and meetings. Student members do not have voting rights at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). [edit] Associate MembersSomeone with a special interest in orthodontics or connected with orthodontics may become an associate member of the association. Associates receive the newsletter and may attend conferences but they may not vote at the AGM. [edit] MembersA qualified dental technician not holding a specialist orthodontic qualification but working within the field of orthodontics can become a member. Members will receive the newsletter and may attend conferences; as well as this they may vote at the AGM. Only two members may stand for election to the Council. A member of the Association is entitled to place the letters MOTA after their name. [edit] LicentiatesTo become a Licentiate of the Association you must possess either a City & Guilds Advanced Certificate in Orthodontics, or at least two specialist units in orthodontics at BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) level or SCOTVEC equivalent. In addition to the rights of a Member, Licentiates may stand for election to the Council and may place the letters LOTA after their names. [edit] Honorary Members and FellowsHonorary Memberships and Fellowships may be awarded to any grade of member at the discretion of the Council. [edit] Retired MembersA member of the Association who reaches retiring age shall be permitted to pay a reduced rate of subscription as laid down by the Council. They will still have the right to attend all meetings and conferences and receive all literature. [edit] Events[edit] Orthodontic Technicians Association ConferenceWith the onset of statutory registration and certified continuing professional development for dental technicians by the General Dental Council, attendance at the OTA conference is widely regarded as the best way of keeping up to date with the latest developments and innovations in orthodontic technology. [edit] British Orthodontic ConferenceThe OTA has an autumn meeting at the British Orthodontic Conference (BOC). The orthodontic technology programme runs in parallel with the main annual conference of the British Orthodontic Society and is organised by members of the OTA council. [edit] Dental Technology ShowThe OTA are represented at the annual Dental Technology Show (DTS) at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry. [edit] Awards[edit] British Orthodontic Society Technicians AwardMain article: British Orthodontic Society Technicians Award This award was established by the OTA and the BOS in 1999 and was devised to encourage the study, improve the practice and advance the knowledge of orthodontics. The award consists of three items:
The award is open to all students undertaking a recognised first level dental technology course in the United Kingdom and technicians who have been qualified for less than two years at the time of the closing date. [edit] BOS Distinguished Orthodontic Technicians AwardMain article: British Orthodontic Society Award to an Orthodontic Technician for Distinguished Service The British Orthodontic Society Award to an Orthodontic Technician for Distinguished Service is awarded annually to an orthodontic technician who has made an outstanding contribution to the field of orthodontics. The award is sponsored by the BOS and the annual nomination is sought in conjunction with the OTA. [edit] Aldridge MedalMain article: Aldridge Medal Following a generous donation by one of the association's founders, Bert Aldridge, the Aldridge Medal was launched in 2007. This award is designed to encourage members to present new research and developments in the field at the annual OTA conference. The best lecture given at the conference, as judged by the members, is awarded the Aldridge Medal. [edit] CouncilThe OTA Council is the governing body of the Orthodontic Technicians Association and is elected by the members. Traditionally the council consisted of a President (who is an orthodontist and maintains the link with the British Orthodontic Society), four executive council members (Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and Membership Secretary) and five non-executive council members. At the Annual General Meeting on 12 March 2005 two more non-executive positions were created due to a steady increase in council duties and commitments making a total of 12 council members. The Council is responsible for the overall governance of the OTA, and has ultimate responsibility for the sustainability and the finances of the organisation. Council members are not paid to serve on Council but voluntarily give up their time to serve the OTA and its members, in their governance role. The OTA council were featured on the BBC News website in June 2002 in an item about kilts, following a conference in Stirling. Council members featured were (from left to right) Bob Woods, John Windibank, Ed Payne, John Brown, Gavin Carmichael, Paul Mallett and Chris Bridle. [edit] RepresentationCouncil members are based in London, the South East of England, the East Midlands, the North West of England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland, therefore representing a wide geographical area. The OTA is represented on various boards and committees by council members to represent the interests of orthodontic technicians. In addition members gain representation and liaison with the following bodies:
[edit] Council 2008-09
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