Kristian Tuppen

Kristian Tuppen serves as a Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at Canterbury Christ Church University, teaching across all undergraduate and apprentice Occupational Therapy cohorts. He holds key roles including Module Lead for two courses, Personal Academic Tutor for apprentice students, and Deputy Placements Lead focusing on pastoral student support during clinical placements.

His research and clinical expertise centers on Older Adult mental health within community and in-patient settings, with specific interests in reflective practice methodologies, functional assessments of daily living, and occupational therapy's critical role in dementia diagnosis pathways. This focus informs both his teaching curriculum and committee contributions.

As an active member of the Faculty Experts by Experience committee, Tuppen integrates lived-experience perspectives into academic frameworks. His student support responsibilities encompass academic mentoring through Personal Tutoring and specialized guidance for apprentice cohorts navigating clinical placements, emphasizing holistic professional development.