The Research and Development Strategic Vision and Action Plan proposes a flexible approach for the next 5 years, being responsive to changes in the policy context and reflecting the needs of members, consumers and carers. Equal importance is attached both to research and to development. This strategic shift will support action to produce quality outcomes from all occupational therapy personnel, together with the production of the national research agenda by the College of Occupational Therapists.
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