Orthodontic Technicians Association
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| Orthodontic Technicians Association | |
| Founded | 1971 |
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| Members | 300 (2007) |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Affiliation | British Orthodontic Society |
| Key people | David Bearn, President Chris Bridle, Chairman Paul Mallett, Secretary Ed Payne, Treasurer Kerry Lancaster, Membership Secretary |
| Office location | London, UK |
| Website | www.orthota.co.uk |
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 300 Fellows, Licentiates, Members, Associate Members and Honorary Members live and practice overseas.
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[edit] Origin
London orthodontic technicians began to hold meetings in 1971 to discuss the regulation of orthodontic technology and the ways in which standards in orthodontic technology could be improved.
[edit] Offices
The council meets at the headquarters of the British Orthodontic Society at 12 Bridewell Place, London, which opened in 2006.
[edit] Current activities
The 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] Membership
There are various grades of membership and these are as follows:
[edit] Student Members
A 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 Members
Someone 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] Members
A 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] Licentiates
To 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 Fellows
Honorary Memberships and Fellowships may be awarded to any grade of member at the discretion of the Council.
[edit] Retired Members
A 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
With the onset of statutory registration and certified continuing professional development for dental technicians by the General Dental Council, attendance at the Orthodontic Technicians Association's annual conference is widely regarded as the best way of keeping up to date with the latest developments and innovations in orthodontic technology.
[edit] Council
The OTA Council is the governing body of the Orthodontic Technicians Association. The council is made up of 12 members who are elected by the 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.
[edit] Current Council Members
| Position | Name |
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| President | David Bearn |
| Chairman | Chris Bridle |
| Secretary | Paul Mallett |
| Treasurer | Ed Payne |
| Membership Secretary | Kerry Lancaster |
| Vice Chairman and Education Secretary | Jeff Lewis |
| Proceedings Editor and Publicity | John Brown |
| Newsletter Editor | S. James Abbott |
| Minutes Secretary | James Green |
| Council Member | Neil Nairn |
| Council Member | Darren Collinson |
| Council Member | Susan Owen |
[edit] Education Sub-Committee
| Position | Name |
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| Committee Member | Rowland Gardner |
| Committee Member | Vaughan Jones |
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