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Professional Applications of Animal Assisted Interventions
May 24, 2016
Professional Applications of Animal Assisted Interventions has become an acceptable practice in occupational therapy. This workshop will describe current taxonomy and the range of implementation metho... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Pediatrics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Professional Issues
Leadership and Advocacy for the OTA
May 16, 2016
This presentation will focus on the strengths which the OTA brings to the profession, and how to develop those strengths into leadership and advocacy opportunities. We will focus on personal, local, s... Read More
Professional Issues
OT in Behavioral Health: Role and Referral in Home Health
May 12, 2016
Using the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework III, the role of OT in Home Health with individuals with Behavioral Health issues will be discussed. Areas of assessment and occupational based interv... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Issues in Caregiving
May 6, 2016
This webinar will review of the professional literature on caregiving (theory, types, roles, responsibilities, adjusting to change over time, outcomes). The presenter will offer insights into current... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Scleroderma- An Update
May 2, 2016
Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) is an autoimmune connective tissue disease that affects the skin, internal organs and blood vessels. People with scleroderma often develop severe contractures in the h... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Introduction To Assessment And Treatment Of Eating Disorders
May 2, 2016
Increase your knowledge about eating disorders including ways to distinguish between different diagnoses. Be aware of mental health and social impacts of these disorders as well as interventions you c... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Sensory-Enhanced Pediatric Constraint Induced Movement Therapy
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April 28, 2016
The instructors provide a detailed description of a sensory enhanced approach to the ACQUIREc signature form of Pediatric Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (P-CIMT). Details include standardized tes... Read More
Pediatrics Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Occupational Therapy and Concussion
April 24, 2016
This course will discuss the prevalence, causes, and sequelae of concussion across all age groups. This course will define the role of occupational therapy in both assessment and treatment of concussi... Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Errorless Learning: Skills and Knowledge to Address Cognitive Impairment
April 18, 2016
This presentation will provide knowledge and skills to use errorless learning for clients with cognitive impairment to promote improved occupational therapy outcomes. Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Gerontology and Aging
Noninvasive Brain Stimulation for the Treatment of Post-Stroke Neglect
April 13, 2016
tDCS and TMS are two types of noninvasive brain stimulation that cause upregulation or inhibition of targeted cortical structures. Our presentation will cover tDCS and TMS mechanisms and their applica... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Ethics in Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
April 11, 2016
Occupational Therapy is a hands-on profession and classroom learning is truly refined during fieldwork experiences. It is important that students have high quality fieldwork experiences to help the... Read More
Meeting the Driving and Community Mobility Needs of Older Adults
April 5, 2016
This session reviews the occupation of driving and community mobility among older adults who are experiencing the health effects of aging and age-related illnesses. The roles, responsibilities, and pr... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Gerontology and Aging Acute Care, Community and Home Health
The Wounded Warrior and the Art of Independence
March 21, 2016
This session will discuss occupation based treatment strategies for patients who have sustained injuries from combat operations with a resulting complex polytrauma. Included will be discussion on curr... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Motor-vation- Using an Evidence-based Motor Program to Support Fine and Visual Motor Development in Kindergarten
March 21, 2016
This webinar will provide evidence and rational supporting the development and use of an OT motor program. This practice approach allows a school-based occupational therapist the opportunity to provid... Read More
Pediatrics Vision
Introduction to the Therapeutic Use of Yoga
March 16, 2016
This course provides an introduction to the philosophical foundations of yoga, yoga therapy and the relationship between occupational therapy and yoga therapy. An exploration of the benefits of yoga a... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Mental Health Services for Transitional Aged Youth (TAY): The Culture, The Practice, and The Role of Occupational Therapy
March 11, 2016
This presentation will provide knowledge of the current adolescent culture within behavioral health programs and the primary TAY services provided, as well as explain the unique and developing role of... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Mental Health of Children: Psychosocial Occupational Therapy for Pediatric Populations
March 8, 2016
An overview of occupational therapy practice with children who are experiencing mental health problems affecting their ability to function will be presented. Common diagnoses and psychosocial stressor... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Occupational Therapy's Role in Preventing Hospital Readmissions Throughout the Continuum of Care
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March 7, 2016
This presentation will highlight current healthcare initiatives related to hospital readmissions and the role OT practitioners can play in preventing hospital readmissions. Read More
Professional Issues
Mental Health in Occupational Therapy: An Overview
March 3, 2016
A general overview of the current mental health system in which OTs work and the difference between knowledge of psychosocial strategies in general for all clients and strategies for clients in mental... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Mental Health and Older Adults-Psychosocial OT Approaches in a General Treatment Setting
March 3, 2016
The presentation is geared for OT practitioners who work with older adults with mental health conditions including dementia. Strategies and interventions will be discussed that will decrease challengi... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness