About ACPOHE
The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Occupational Health and Ergonomics (ACPOHE) is a Professional Network of The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
We are the professional home for physiotherapists and professionals working to keep people healthy, safe, and thriving at work. We bring together clinicians, educators, researchers, and industry partners who share a commitment to improving the working lives of people across every sector of the economy.
We champion evidence‑based practice, high professional standards, and the essential role physiotherapists play in creating safe, productive, and inclusive workplaces.
Our Purpose - Supporting our Members to Make Work Healthier
ACPOHE exists to advance the field of occupational health physiotherapy and ergonomics. We support our members to deliver exceptional care, influence workplace design, and contribute to healthier organisations. Through education, research, and collaboration, we help shape national conversations about work, wellbeing, and the future of occupational health.
Professional Development: We provide specialist education to develop expertise in occupational health physiotherapy and ergonomics.
Professional Recognition: We set and uphold professional standards that ensure safe, effective, and ethical practice. Our accredited membership tiers help employers and clients identify practitioners with verified expertise.
Guidance & Resources: We create evidence‑informed resources that support physiotherapists, employers, and multidisciplinary teams to make informed decisions about workplace health.
Community & Collaboration: Our network connects our members to foster collaboration, share best practice, and create opportunities to learn from one another.
Advocacy & Influence: We work with national bodies, industry leaders, and policymakers to promote the value of occupational health physiotherapy and ensure our profession has a strong voice in shaping healthier workplaces.
Professional Development:
We provide specialist education to develop expertise in occupational health physiotherapy and ergonomics.
Professional Recognition:
We set and uphold professional standards that ensure safe, effective, and ethical practice. Our accredited membership tiers help employers and clients identify practitioners with verified expertise.
Guidance & Resources:
We create evidence‑informed resources that support physiotherapists, employers, and multidisciplinary teams to make informed decisions about workplace health.
Community & Collaboration:
Our network connects our members to foster collaboration, share best practice, and create opportunities to learn from one another.
Advocacy & Influence:
We work with national bodies, industry leaders, and policymakers to promote the value of occupational health physiotherapy and ensure our profession has a strong voice in shaping healthier workplaces.
An Executive Committee of Dedicated Volunteers
ACPOHE is run by an Executive Committee of 12 dedicated volunteers who are all members who work within occupational health and share a strong commitment to the value of OH physiotherapy.
We’re not a corporate body — we’re a community of peers who understand the realities of workplace health across a wide range of settings.
Employer & Industry Partnership
ACPOHE advocates for the value of physiotherapy in preventing injury, reducing absence, and improving workforce wellbeing. Our Executive Committee can offer fair, impartial guidance and support to employers and clients to help them identify the right type of service for their needs. If you’d like to discuss options or need support in finding the right fit, please get in touch.
Join Us
Whether you’re new to occupational health, have an interest in the industry, or already practising as an occupational health physiotherapist, ACPOHE can support you with the knowledge, skills, connections, and recognition that help you make a meaningful impact.
