CEU Text Based Courses

#1096: CMS Documentation Guidelines: The Who, What and Why

Rex Crosby

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 3: Professional Issues - Legal & Legislative,Regulatory & Reimbursement Issues; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

This presentation will address Medicare guidelines as they pertain to therapy documentation in a skilled nursing facility (SNF). Topics covered will include conditions of coverage, certification of services, documentation requirements and the Medicare appeals process.

  02/21  'He was very thorough with the content'

#1064: Difficult Conversations

Nancy B. Alarcon

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Intermediate, Category 3: Professional Issues - Supervision; NBCOT/1.25 Intermediate

The course focuses on our ability to identify and utilize a range of strategies to approach challenging and difficult topics in the course of supervising graduate clinicians across clinical settings.

  11/10  'Good information and resources'
  09/10  'The handout and the guidelines for prep work prior to difficult conversations'
  10/19  'Everybody has difficult conversations some of the time'
  10/24  'I liked the examples given by the presenter'
  09/10  'good ideas for me to consider as supervisor; I was able to reflect on specific c...'
  09/11  'The information was highly organized and informative, using both clinical exampl...'
  09/22  'Speaker is spectacular! Very organized too'
  11/06  'great information at all levels of supervision and management'
  11/16  'applicable to so many situations'
  11/15  'Well organized, good visuals, concise and elevant information'
  09/12  'Very well organized !'
  10/13  'Usually I just skim through these, but the examples used here made it interestin...'
  09/17  'Real world examples provided'
  10/16  'examples and lots of description'
  10/10  'I enjoyed the examples that were presented'
  10/29  'The "real life" or "in the trenches" usefulness'
  10/11  'Thoughtful approach to a difficult task'
  11/19  'good ideas for work ande personal relationships'
  10/09  'Useful in life'
  11/22  'This course addressed a topic very pertinent to the work place'
  10/28  'thought provoking info'
  09/23  'Very valuable information!!!'
  09/15  'a lot of valuable information in dealing with difficult conversations'
  10/13  'This course provided helpful suggestions for handling situations that are often...'
  09/29  'I think this is an area that none of us receive much training in yet something w...'
  10/15  'GOOD RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SELF REFLECTION'
  10/28  'After reading the information, I can see how to organize myself to deal with all...'
  09/11  'The topic was covered thoroughly'
  10/02  'personal examples'
  09/21  'Interesting material'
  10/22  'A much needed discussion in many supervisory settings! The book reference is muc...'
  11/04  'This information helps me to understand the importance of my behavior in difficu...'
  11/24  'practical information to be used in a variety of settings'
  09/10  'Examples were perfect'
  11/15  'brought up some very good points that I think can help in any relationship'
  10/06  'Specific examples of conversation starters, lines, etc'
  11/19  'clearly presented with good examples'
  09/14  'Material was well organized and timely'
  09/15  'Great info about conflict resolution'
  11/23  'Very organized, lots of real life examples which i think is always beneficial'
  09/10  'Out of all the courses on supervision that I have taken so far, this course was...'
  11/25  'Presented in a very-easy-to -learn manner which made it fun to read '
  09/09  'Very organized'
  09/11  'Interesting topics to be trailed in own practice'
  09/11  'Clear and organized'
  09/19  'It opened up some valuable perspectives on the supervisor to student relationshi...'
  09/15  'The examples were great and easy to relate experiences to'
  09/15  'Great insight for conflict'
  11/17  'It provided excellent information for ways to approach the difficult conversatio...'
  09/25  'Very practical! The information applies to personal life as well!'
  09/26  'Helpful for future supervision of students'
  11/18  'I liked the examples'
  09/29  'It gave me tools and specific information to help me in uncomfortable profession...'
  09/30  'Enjoyed how to learn how to have a difficult conversation'
  10/11  'Valuable information for many situations where difficult conversations are neces...'
  11/05  'techniques to prepare for and participate in difficult conversations appear to b...'
  11/16  'Clear and concise with very valuable information and great examples'
  11/10  'great examples'
  11/12  'The topic was an idea I hadn't thought of studying, it was fresh and interesting'
  10/31  'Great examples and clear information'
  10/24  'How to address my issues of confrontation before addressing them with my student...'
  10/31  'great organization'
  11/10  'Learning aout strategies to use when having difficult conversations'
  11/11  'Gave practical examples that were relevant'
  01/19  'I liked all the examples & the YouTube link also'
  01/21  'great information for all real world interactions in and out of the clinical set...'
  01/28  'It is a topic that is seldom discussed in such a direct manner'
  02/18  'positive learning experience'

#1052: Best Practices in Evaluation and Assessment of Supervisees

Carol C. Dudding

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Intermediate, Category 3: Professional Issues - Supervision; NBCOT/1.25 Intermediate

The course will offer considerations in the process of evaluation and assessment as part of the supervisory process. Specific strategies, as well as pitfalls to avoid, will be offered with application to the supervision of students and supervisees within the work setting.

  09/27  'Very easy to understand verbage and presentation style'
  09/30  'it was highly informative and well-organized, with useful references and data to...'
  09/30  'well organized, good ideas, easy to follow even in written form'
  11/21  'Many positvie examples and visual input helped to make this easy to understand'
  10/23  'references and resources (1-page handout with links); review of pitfalls, 6 poin...'
  10/10  'It provided some good information to remember when supervising others'
  10/18  'Great examples, suggestions related to how to improve roles as a supervisor'
  11/11  'Very applicable!'
  10/02  'It was clear and simple to follow, with good examples'
  10/23  'Detailed and well organized information'
  09/25  'Very well organized'
  10/27  'well organized presented well'
  10/30  'clear; knowledgable presenter'
  11/08  'Outstanding and very practical advice on assessing students'
  11/23  'Nice presentation for a supervisory point!'
  10/27  'Great review and refresher'
  11/20  'Information was important for those who supervise CF's'
  10/15  'informative'
  09/30  'The consderations of supervision were well laid out including the pitfalls of su...'
  10/27  'The course consolidated the most important information for supervision into one...'
  11/26  'Well put together presentation!'
  10/24  'Explained components of evaluation clearly'
  10/17  'The presenter was thorough and used good illustrations'
  10/31  'Information was presented in an easily understood format'
  11/03  'addressed what I needed'
  10/09  'Discussion of pitfalls to avoid'
  09/28  'It provided a hierachy of sorts for looking at important aspects of assessing an...'
  11/15  'Organized and clear presentation related to the publicized theme and goals'
  09/25  'The information was interesting and well presented'
  11/23  'The information was clearly presented with good examples'
  09/25  'Very practical!'
  09/26  'The content and resources suggested were helpful as it has been quite some time...'
  10/31  'The graphics helped make the information clearer'
  09/29  'Organized, useful information'
  10/01  'Useful information'
  10/01  'Nice balance of practical and theoretical knowledge'
  11/27  'excellent examples and easy to follow material presented'
  10/05  'Practical examples linked to the principles shared'
  10/11  'The transcript was confusing at times - run-on sentences, etc'
  11/09  'practical focus'
  10/30  'The course covered precisely what I was looking for in clear simple answers to b...'
  10/27  'This year I am mentoring my first CFYs and this information provided me with an...'
  10/24  'useful clear information that will help me supervise more effectively'
  11/10  'Learning about best practices for evaluating and assessing'
  01/27  'Clear and direct information'
  02/11  'Gave me new insights on improving performance'
  02/14  'Well organized and easy to follow'

#1012: Improving Memory Using the Spaced Retrieval Technique

Megan Malone | Jennifer Loehr

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 2: Occupational Therapy Process - Intervention; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

This course will provide an overview of the Spaced Retrieval Technique, which is an evidenced-based technique used to help persons with cognitive impairment recall important information and strategies for daily living and safety. Participants will learn the "nuts and bolts" of the technique and hear about case studies which utilized the technique during treatment.

  09/09  'very functional'
  09/13  'Technique is perfect to recommend to friends with aging parents'
  09/15  'I can use it at my nursing homes'
  09/16  'Organization of the material and the use of many examples of goals'
  09/17  'Very clear and written in a "user friendly" manner'
  09/18  'great information'
  09/18  'After providing important information about the two basic types of memory, the c...'
  09/19  'The information was presented in a clear and concise manner'
  09/20  'clear, straightforward information with also clearly explained and understandabl...'
  09/20  'case studies and explanations'
  09/21  'Well organized, easy to understand and execute'
  09/23  'The visuals and real life examples'
  09/23  'A large portion of my daily caseload deals with typical goals and the dementia p...'
  09/24  'Use of good examples'
  09/27  'Very useful information, presented in an interesting and organized way'
  09/27  'I can go to work and use the information TOMORROW!!! It is well presented, expla...'
  09/30  'Useful strategies for using SR and clear description of process'
  09/30  'Structured technique to utilize with goal setting'
  10/02  'The examples were clear and easy to relate to my patients'
  10/02  'The examples of spaced retrieval and examples of getting started'
  10/03  'I could incorporate these strategies with my dysphagia patients who also have me...'
  10/04  'Very user friendly able to integrate into my therapy goals immeidately'
  10/06  'Putting a name to a strategy that most SLP's already use'
  10/06  'it was presented very clearly and easy to follow'
  10/08  'It was helpful to read the examples of SR during a therapy session'
  10/09  'Excellent presentation on the correct way to utilze spaced retrieval technique'
  10/09  'Highly useful across many therapy settings, in fact, wherever memory is needed!'
  10/10  'Very functional use'
  10/10  'Explained spaced retrieval very well'
  10/10  'I had not heard of this procedure, so it was interesting'
  10/11  'This is by far the best organized, well presented course I have taken'
  10/14  'specific information, thorough explanation of how to implement technique'
  10/15  'It was clear and to the point'
  10/17  'Information was shared in a clear, concise manner'
  10/18  'Very functional'
  10/18  ''
  10/19  'The information provided will be very useful in my current work setting'
  10/20  'very useful information that can be easily acquired and applied'
  10/20  'easy to understand and follow, practical for use in tx'
  10/20  'content, examples'
  10/22  'The information presented will carryover into my treatment goals and my patient...'
  10/22  'great content'
  10/23  'Great information on this topic'
  10/23  'It was easy to read and understand, and gave good practical information'
  10/23  'It provided a practical use for the technique and gave examples'
  10/23  'This course provided me with the verbiage and new evidenced based treatment moda...'
  10/24  'I liked the format'
  10/25  'The information was presented in a clear and complete manner and was very though...'
  10/25  'Very clear and useful information provided for working on memory skills with dem...'
  10/25  'Very organized and clear'
  10/27  'This technique that is new to me but sounds effective and I will definately try!'
  10/29  'useful for a variety of clients; simple to incorporate'
  10/30  'Functional and evidence-based information'
  11/02  'Description of technique made me feel more confident in practicing spaced retrie...'
  11/03  'wildly simple and practical'
  11/05  'Practical applications discussed'
  11/06  'Provided me strategies for working with patients'
  11/07  'It was well organized'
  11/12  'An excellent course complete with practical real-world advice!'
  11/13  ''
  11/13  ''
  11/14  'content,explanation'
  11/15  'good practical information and examples'
  11/16  'Great, functional , evidenced-based material'
  11/17  'the most practical course i have taken online'
  11/17  'Clear presentation of acts'
  11/18  'Easy to follow along'
  11/20  'It was practical'
  01/09  'written in a conversational tone'
  01/14  'the way the content was organized'
  01/19  'I really liked all the examples of appropriate goal setting when using SR'
  01/29  'It was too vague to guess what the presenter was trying to impress upon'
  01/29  'I love how it was presented in a way that made it sound easy, and also to be use...'
  01/30  'Interesting content'
  02/11  'clear, interesting, useful'
  02/21  'I love case studies and making it adaptive to each individual'

#1072: Treatment Efficacy in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Lynne Hewitt

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Intermediate, Category 2: Occupational Therapy Process - Outcomes; NBCOT/1.25 Intermediate

While the importance of evidence-based practices is acknowledged by practitioners, it is not easy to sort through competing claims. This update on recent treatment research in ASD will focus on identifying current popular approaches that have evidence, and at what level.

  09/29  'Good review of ASD treatments'
  10/29  'An informative,even-handed review of treatment methods based on research'
  10/05  'generalize information to my caseload'
  11/25  'Information regarding several popular treatment approaches and tips for evaluati...'
  11/08  'discussed a much needed topic - evidence based treatments! compared different tx...'
  10/09  'It provided information about treating behaviors, as well as, treating the socia...'
  09/24  'It is a timely review of research in the field of ASD which may stimulate more r...'
  11/12  'It made me informed of all the different treatments for Autism out there and whe...'
  11/01  'I understand better now how research can affect what treatment to use with our s...'
  10/14  'Very organized, easy to understand and helped to make sense of all the different...'
  11/11  'This course has much informatioin and food for thought when working with autisti...'
  09/10  'The information presented on the different models was helpful in determining the...'
  10/31  'Comprehensive, clear and practical'
  11/08  'sifted through a lot of different research'
  10/30  'Great information'
  11/02  'very informative!'
  09/11  'I work strictly with children who have the diagnosis of Autism and it seems that...'
  10/11  'The concise, clear explanation of several different therapy approaches and how t...'
  10/07  'Excellent summary of information with practical application'
  10/21  'good information, but organizationally it was mildly difficult to follow'
  10/17  'A large variety of research information was provided'
  11/06  'The presenter gave good resources'
  11/11  'The article is an excellent review of treatment approaches for Autism Spectrum s...'
  11/27  'It provided a review of most popular ASD interventions and the research behind t...'
  10/16  'great ideas on how to question your therapy approaches'
  09/26  'Presenter was clear and related to SLPs' way of thinking'
  10/06  'organized,informational'
  11/04  'Evaluation of the evidence supporting the use of various current treatment appro...'
  09/16  'The content of this course is much related to clinical settings'
  10/03  'Wonderful information on different approaches to therapy'
  11/28  'excellent, current research information was presented in a clear manner'
  11/17  'Clear review of EBP issues in ASD'
  10/27  'good review for me'
  10/26  'It was well laid out, and information was relavant'
  11/21  'Clear implications for therapeutic priorities'

#1028: The Problem Eater: Picky Eating, Oral Sensory Issues, and Behavior Modification

Jennifer Dahms

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 1: Domain of OT - Areas of Occupation; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

Pediatric problem eating can lead to stressful mealtime environments for an entire family. Families tend to have significant difficulties improving the eating habits of their children without intervention. The focus of feeding therapy with problem eaters is to improve the relationship between the parent and child around the mealtime.

  11/17  'Interesting content and examples'
  10/29  'I was not familiar with this information on a professional level'
  09/13  'I like the tone of the presentation'
  11/07  'A great introduction to terms and techniques and strategies'
  11/19  'I find this topic very interesting and the information on all the different stra...'
  10/29  'Great advice'
  11/17  'Thorough review of feeding issues and great information to provide in conversati...'
  11/08  'I will definitely be using some of these strategies during feeding therapy, than...'
  09/18  'The information was presented in a manner that facilitated learning and did not...'
  11/01  'Great information presented well!!'
  11/11  'I like how it is well organized so that if I need to refer back to it, it will b...'
  10/15  'Smooth reading, informative, and valid for speech pathologists'
  11/12  'I really appreciated the client examples and strategies'
  10/08  'Information and techniques were presented in a manner that you could utilize imm...'
  11/16  'good examples'
  10/11  'The course presented a variety useful strategies for working with children with...'
  11/04  'Info was good from a personal point'
  10/20  'informative and use3ful'
  10/02  'Good information and sharing of therapy experiences, wished for more examples of...'
  09/13  'very organized'
  11/15  'A good overview of problems with eating and a good variety of therapy options pr...'
  11/05  'The material was presented in an organized and clear fashion'
  11/10  'relevant info'
  11/22  'It broke down appropriate times to start different foods and methods to try to g...'
  11/04  'I now have a better understanding of the SLP's role in feeding therapy'
  10/31  'Interesting material!!'
  10/24  'super insight'
  10/05  'The material was presented in excellent developemental stages, easy to read, eas...'
  09/28  'very informative'
  09/18  'It described feeding disorders and techniques to remediate them clearly and succ...'
  09/19  'Like the presenter said, SLPs tend to get a little wordy, but she kept her prese...'
  10/22  'I loved the way the writer used a clear writing style,and had the material progr...'
  10/20  'Great Information presented in a great manner'
  11/02  'Functional information'
  09/15  'easy to follow, well organized, practical application'
  09/22  'It provided some interesting and useful information as I have a picky eater at h...'
  09/23  'Interesting course content presented with strategies that could be used and shar...'
  11/08  'Great ideas and strategies for these kids!'
  10/24  'Very helpful info with included strategies'
  10/06  'Applicable to present job'
  10/18  'presenter was passionate about her topic'
  11/23  'Excellent information for staff and parents with children who are problem eaters...'
  11/28  'good ideas and focus on collaboration'
  10/20  'Useful information presented in a realistic format'
  11/21  'Good general information on the topic'
  10/13  'Organization of topic reviewing development first and then presenting problems a...'
  10/12  'This course presented a good overview of the difficult process of dealing with p...'
  10/31  'Clear, organized information on feeding therapy'
  10/02  'Nice outline of each stage'
  11/15  'I can definitely use this course with my preschool population'
  09/17  'Gave a wonderful overview from infant to adolescent'
  09/16  ''
  09/15  'good examples'
  09/18  'Concise and clear'
  10/18  'Brief summary of a lot of information'
  09/19  'organized and obvious that speaker has much experience'
  11/14  'Easy to understand'
  10/20  'Information that was easy to understand'
  10/24  'Great information'
  10/03  'I liked the way all terms were defined'
  11/14  'Easy to understand information'
  09/20  'gave good developmental background as refresher, clearly stated and easily under...'
  11/19  'great practical information'
  11/13  'useful at work and home'
  10/05  'Well organized'
  11/10  'Easy and convenient'
  10/08  'The presentation was clear and well organized'
  09/27  ''
  10/18  'Gave me an excellent refresher on the pediatric side of feeding'
  11/24  'It was pertinent to where I am in my career'
  11/09  'Presented in a clear, organized manner with useful information'
  10/29  'I liked the review of the different approaches to feeding therapy'
  09/25  'I'm new to the pediatric field, picky eating, sensory issues etc'
  10/18  'very relative'
  11/20  'great examples of techniques to use with picky/problem eaters and how other disc...'
  11/15  'well organized material'
  10/16  'clear examples'
  09/16  'very interesting and useful information'
  09/27  'Highlights interesting points'
  10/05  'Easy to read'
  09/30  'I absolutely loved this course'
  09/17  'New and insightful ideas for SLPs to help problem eaters'
  09/14  'I really enjoy this topic'
  10/03  'Very informative! Very relatible to a wide variety of SLPs and others'
  10/02  'It was clear, simple, easy and interesting till the end!! i just loved it'
  09/29  'The material was easy to understand and very informative'
  10/04  'Very informative'
  10/23  'Good organization'
  10/09  'I have a child who is a picky eater and it explained the different approaches th...'
  11/10  'giving the basics, including milestones and why children have difficulty related...'
  11/07  'A lot of information was presented in a clear, concise and efficient manner'
  10/28  'very interesting!'
  10/26  'wonderful information'
  11/26  'This is a great introductory course for therapists with limited experience treat...'
  11/20  'Excellent presenter with very important information'
  11/13  'user friendly'
  11/12  'I liked the strategies presented'
  11/22  'good information that I can use at work'
  11/19  'It gave helpful information'
  01/08  'Currently a stay at home mom of 4 kids under the age of 7'
  01/14  'clear concise content'
  01/19  'I really enjoyed the video footage'
  01/28  'I have used the approaches described by the presenter with success in the past'
  02/12  'Great info for this OT! Very positive and encouraging'
  02/14  'easy to read and follow, included case studies, used her own personal experience...'
  02/17  'Well organized'
  02/18  'facilitated learning'

#1016: Treating Memory and Learning in the Individual with Traumatic Brain Injury

Victoria Harding

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 2: Occupational Therapy Process - Intervention; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

Models of memory and neurophysiological structures and systems used in laying down memory will be reviewed. The four pronged approach of functional rehabilitation of memory for the individual with brain injury will be presented with real world examples, materials and strategies provided.

  09/09  'Very practical application provided'
  09/14  'She used very easy to understand examples'
  09/15  'Learning more about TBI'
  09/15  'Great information'
  09/17  'Real life examples, good explanations of different types of memory'
  09/18  'It provided a lot of new information'
  09/18  'very useful information for employees in LTC/rehab settings'
  09/21  'easy to do on your own'
  09/23  'Very practical treatment information'
  09/23  'clinical examples, practical implications'
  09/24  'This course provided a lot of compensatory strategies that TBI patient's can use'
  09/26  'Made a complex topic easy to understand in terms of functional clinical applicat...'
  09/28  'It was presented in a way that was easy to follow and provided numerous examples'
  09/28  'very detailed description of memory types/ brain locations/ approaches to tx'
  09/28  'Good overview of a difficult topic'
  09/28  'provided basic information that could be generalized with patients that I work w...'
  10/04  'Specific examples of tests that work well and devices that are helpful for memor...'
  10/04  'It was well organized and provided good examples'
  10/06  'Nice diagrams and explanation of the neuro components of memory'
  10/08  'info about memory & the parts of the brain that are involved'
  10/09  'EASY TO UNDERSTAND AND PUT INTO PRACTICE'
  10/10  'Practical and technical combination'
  10/10  'Visuals and functional examples'
  10/15  'detail of information provided'
  10/15  'Techniques and background information I can apply and use during my current ther...'
  10/17  'Good A/P review'
  10/18  'It took a very complex topic and made it simple'
  10/19  'Summarized the information well'
  10/24  'So many techniques to use in treatment'
  10/25  'Easy to follow; well-organized'
  10/25  'This course was all inclusive for me, if I choose to branch out and work with th...'
  10/25  'it was very detailed and good pictures'
  10/26  'great practical information to use in therapy, also, great review of brain anato...'
  10/28  'models of memory, functional examples'
  10/29  'great information'
  11/01  'Very helpful information and strategies to help with improving memory'
  11/01  'well written'
  11/03  'I am currently working with a teenaged student with a traumatic brain injury who...'
  11/05  'Clearly presented content'
  11/07  ''
  11/12  'Information and definitions of memory easily understood'
  11/12  'The information was helpful and well presented'
  11/12  'Excellent information that will directly inform my practice'
  11/13  'This course is applicable to treatment'
  11/13  'good review'
  11/15  'I enjoyed learning about this information'
  11/18  'Learning about the four-prong pproach to treatment'
  11/20  'level of detailed information'
  11/20  'material was current and applicable'
  11/21  'Very well organized and specific information'
  12/06  'Great presenter'
  01/18  'Detailed information'
  01/19  'I found the illustrations helpful!'
  01/20  'informative'
  01/25  'Clear and consise information'
  02/18  'positive learning experience'

#1048: Compliance: More than Just Following the Rules

Rex Crosby

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 3: Professional Issues - Legal, Legislative, Regulatory; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

This text-based course is a written transcript of the course, "Compliance: More Than Just Following The Rules," presented by Rex Crosby, OTR, on November 11, 2011.

This presentation will address compliance, compliance laws and the guidelines for the enforcement of fraud, waste and abuse in health care. It will also cover the 5 main areas of focus healthcare organizations are concerned with in regards to compliance.

  09/10  'Clear, concisely presented information with relevant references'
  09/11  'Outlined clearly with applicable information'
  09/20  'Important information was provided for those of us working with clients receivin...'
  09/21  'Great information given in an organized and clear way'
  09/23  'Gives a big picture of where the rules come from and how they are enforced'
  09/29  'Rex Crosby presented a realistic approach as to how compliance is achieved by us...'
  10/11  'Material was straightforward, stayed on topic, clearly written and understandabl...'
  10/11  'Straight forward and clear information'
  11/13  'good overview of compliance guidelines'
  11/13  'Clear and concise'
  11/14  'As a compliance officer and SLP, I thought this was a great simplistic overview...'
  11/19  'good information'
  11/23  'quick and simple read'
  01/10  'informative and to the point'
  01/20  'good overall information'
  01/22  'The information was written in a way that was very easy to understand'
  01/29  'I've worked in LTC facilities and have observed the situations described by the...'
  02/10  'clear, useful, organized'
  02/16  'very well written, easy to follow contents, very informative course'

#1074: Health Literacy: A Brief Overview

Brecken Hentz | Charles Ellis

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 3: Professional Issues - Contemporary Issues and Trends; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

This article outlines the definition of and statistics associated with health literacy. Health literacy affects many patients, especially those with communication disorders. All healthcare providers are responsible for ensuring patients understand their medical conditions.

  10/01  'Renewed my awareness of the importance of health literacy and its relationship t...'
  11/10  'Information well organized and easy to understand'
  11/17  'I had never heard of health literacy before; now I have a good understanding of...'
  11/19  'Very relavent topic for home health speech therapists who often assist patients...'
  11/23  'It made one think of the importance of making sure they empower their clients wi...'
  11/25  'The article caused me to consider aspects I had not previously considered'
  09/15  'very important information often overlooked in the speech pathology world'
  11/27  'Very good information to think about when working in a Skilled nursing setting'
  01/21  'overall great information to increase awareness and understanding health literac...'
  01/23  'I liked that it was brief and to the point!'
  01/27  'Direct and useful information'
  02/18  'Informative and to the point'

#1069: Prevention of Medical Errors: The Mandate for Change

Paul R. Rao

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 3: Professional Issues - Legal & Legislative,Regulatory & Reimbursement Issues; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

Quality organizations are safe organizations. Patient Safety is at the core of quality initiatives in healthcare. This course will describe best practices for enhancing prevention of medical errors and also provide a road map for "doing no harm" to our patients. The Culture of Safety and Healthcare Literacy are two tools that are described to prevent harm and enhance quality. NOTE: This course is also available in a recorded version for 0.2 CEUs.

  10/21  'Very well presented'
  11/24  'That I was able to pace myself'
  11/09  'Up to date information, organized, and well presented in print form'
  11/14  'The content and quality of information!'
  11/10  'current information'
  10/05  'It was very helpful and informative'
  11/14  ''
  10/02  'Useful and appropriate for those that work in hospital settings'
  10/02  '1)exam could be previewed2)good examples in text for SLP participation3)historic...'
  10/20  '-the number of statistics and level of background information'
  10/13  'Concise and articulate'
  11/07  'Important topic, but text is not well-edited'
  11/08  'Patient safety is critical in the healthcare environment'
  11/24  'Wonderful information!!!'
  11/16  'Most of information clear and the way it was presented it made me reflect on my...'
  11/27  'The data corresponding to costs and safety'

#1076: Stages and Components of Presymbolic and Symbolic Play

Maggie Watson

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 1: Domain of OT - Areas of Occupation; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

This article provides information on the development of play in infants, toddlers, and young children. The primary emphasis is on the growth of specific aspects of play skills as children age, including the use of objects, agents, sequencing of actions, and development of play themes. General age guidelines for changes in those behaviors are also provided.

  09/12  'I liked the text format, where the materials was extremely well organized'
  09/15  'organization'
  09/16  'Very important information to know, especially for those in early childhood'
  09/19  'All usable information, clearly presented!'
  09/19  'Well presented'
  09/20  'The material presented in this document was well organized, easy to follow and r...'
  09/27  'The material was well organized and the examples clarified and supported the def...'
  09/28  'This course was beneficial for me as I work in Early Intervention'
  09/30  'I liked all the background info that it gave, I felt it was useful to what I'm d...'
  10/08  'The way the stages of play were explained and the examples provided'
  10/12  'This course was very informative on the topic and engaging'
  10/12  'a simple and clear refresher on a topic I should know more about'
  10/20  'It described the milestones for play stages in childern in a very direct way, co...'
  11/03  'The examples given for each stage were very clear'
  11/04  'good descriptions of levels of play and their importance in development'
  11/06  'It was to the point and direct'
  11/16  'great examples of each stage of play development'
  11/19  'Information and excellently organized!'
  11/21  'Thorough and useful iformation'
  11/22  'Good review and introduction of child development milestones'
  11/24  'Clear and easy to present to parents'
  11/25  'Clear, well-organized, good EBP info for understanding developmental stages'
  11/28  'very informative'
  01/17  'relevant, liked examples'
  01/19  'The great examples & corresponding ages ranges'
  01/29  'Working with kids is always a challenge and this information is certainly applic...'
  02/12  'Organized well'