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Articles for OT CEUs
Speech Generating Devices: Determining Access
May 30, 2017
Augmentative Communication is often provided through Speech Generating Devices (SGDs). A wide variety of product options are available, yet all require the client to access the device itself. Access m... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications
Task Oriented Training at Home (TOTE Home)
May 24, 2017
This course will describe how to deliver task oriented training for hemiparesis after stroke in the home environment with the guidance of Motor Learning and Occupational Adaptation theories. It will g... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health
Fieldwork and Students with Disabilities
May 19, 2017
This course provides information about responsibilities for students with disabilities in fieldwork under the law. It looks at the roles and the responsibilities of faculty, academic institutions, fie... Read More
Professional Issues
The Role of OT in Pediatric Oncology
May 15, 2017
During this short course, emphasis will be placed on common types of pediatric cancer diagnoses, treatment, and rehabilitation implications specific to occupational therapy throughout the continuum of... Read More
Pediatrics
The Role of OT in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
May 10, 2017
During this course, emphasis will be placed on common diagnoses, treatment, and rehabilitation implications specific to the pediatric intensive care unit setting. Attendees will be provided with relev... Read More
Pediatrics
Emerging Evaluation Tools for Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury
May 8, 2017
In this course, I will introduce novel approaches for evaluating the behavioral and neural consequences of pediatric traumatic brain injury (TBI). I will describe the clinical utility of interdiscipli... Read More
Pediatrics Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Spanish for Occupational Therapists
May 1, 2017
This course will introduce occupational therapists to basic Spanish grammar and vocabulary to assist them in communicating with Spanish-speaking patients. Participants will also learn to take a basic... Read More
Professional Issues
OT and PT Support for Literacy in Schools
April 27, 2017
In order to support efforts to increase student participation and improve studentperformance in literacy activities, school-based occupational therapy and physical therapy practitioners must understan... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based
Rehabilitation of Mechanically Ventilated Patients and the Acute Care Setting
April 25, 2017
Occupational therapy practitioners play an integral role in starting the rehabilitation process for patients. This course highlights key considerations applicable to the occupational therapist treatin... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Self-Regulation: Strategies for Student Success
April 24, 2017
This course will review basic knowledge of self-regulation and the process of assisting students in changing their arousal state. Case studies and trialed methods with be offered demonstrating user-fr... Read More
Pediatrics Early Intervention and School-Based
Occupational Therapy's Role in Community Coalitions
April 19, 2017
This presentation will introduce the audience to the role of occupational therapy on a community-based coalition. Issues regarding substance abuse and community health and engagement will be discussed... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Spinal Cord Injury Assessment and Intervention (Part 2)
April 11, 2017
This course will review the mechanics of spinal cord injury (SCI), the implications for function, and assessments and interventions essential to occupational therapy practice. Participants will be abl... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Spinal Cord Injury Assessment and Intervention (Part 1)
April 7, 2017
This course will review the mechanics of spinal cord injury (SCI), the implications for function, and assessments and interventions essential to occupational therapy practice. Participants will be abl... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
The Gift of Cancer: How Being An OT Has Taught Me To Embrace Living With A Terminal Illness
April 6, 2017
This lecture will discuss the importance of occupational performance when living with a terminal disease. The presenter will provide a first-hand account of what Cancer survivors endure and the distin... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Optimizing Interprofessional Education and Practice
April 4, 2017
This presentation will provide information about the 2016 interprofessional collaborative standards, literature of evidence of best practice strategies and case examples of IPE and IPP. The audience w... Read More
Professional Issues
Yoga Therapy for COPD
April 2, 2017
This course provides an introduction to the use of yoga as an intervention tool for the treatment of COPD. An exploration of the benefits of yoga, it’s impacts on lung capacity and breathing. A look... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Benefits of Infant Massage for Both Child and Caregiver
March 27, 2017
This introduction to Infant Massage will encompass setting the environment, initiating sessions and basic strokes. It will include an exploration of the benefits of Infant Massage for both child and c... Read More
Pediatrics
Using Groups To Improve Knowledge Of Sensory Processing Among Teachers and Parents
March 21, 2017
The aim of this presentation is to review content/curriculum used to enhance knowledge of sensory processing among teachers and parents. Additionally, evidence will be presented to support the use of... Read More
Switch Assessment
March 16, 2017
Assistive technology provides independence in the areas of mobility, communication, education, vocation, and activities of daily living. To benefit from this technology, the client must be able to acc... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications
Learning Disorders: A Toolbox of Strategies
March 13, 2017
Millions of children experience learning disorders. As occupational therapists we are poised to teach techniques that improve functional outcomes that continue throughout the lifespan. As such, provid... Read More
Pediatrics Early Intervention and School-Based