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Re-spawn: Optimizing Therapeutic Potential Through the Healing Power of Video Games
November 7, 2016
Despite widespread availability, therapists are often hesitant to utilize commercially available video games in clinical practice. This presentation is designed to educate clinicians on effective, evi... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Autism & Safety: Keeping Individuals with Autism Safe in Their Homes and Communities
November 3, 2016
The following presentation guides the participant through tips on how to prevent elopement in individuals with autism, along with how to create a plan if a child wanders from a safe place. Read More
Pediatrics
Early Intervention, A Fine Motor Review
November 2, 2016
This introductory course will help occupational therapists entering into early intervention or those who are new to early intervention with an understanding of fine motor skills as it relates to the 0... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based
The Way You Do The Things You Do: Occupational Therapy and Malpractice
October 27, 2016
This session defines malpractice, and reviews the basics of the law of malpractice and how it applies to occupational therapy practice. It also provides practical tips to avoid malpractice in occupati... Read More
Professional Issues
Get Paid to Travel: What You Need To Know To Get Started As A Traveling Occupational Therapist
October 24, 2016
This course will take you step-by-step through what you need to know to get started as a traveling occupational therapist. Learn if you are a great fit, how the industry works, how to find a trustwort... Read More
Professional Issues
The Role of OT with Performing Arts Medicine
October 18, 2016
The purpose of this presentation is to familiarize the participant with common issues associated with being a musician and how injury, illness, or other issues specifically impacts musical occupationa... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Recreational Technologies: Preparing for the ATP Exam
October 16, 2016
The RESNA Assistive Technology Professional certification examination includes questions from a variety of content areas. One of those areas is Recreational Technologies. This module will cover the co... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Professional Issues
Sensory Technologies: Preparing for the ATP Exam
October 13, 2016
The RESNA Assistive Technology Professional certification examination includes questions from a variety of content areas. One of those areas is Sensory Technologies. This module will cover the content... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Professional Issues
Mental Health of Adolescents
October 11, 2016
An overview of occupational therapy practice with adolescents who are experiencing mental health issues, including suicide, that are affecting their ability to function will be presented. Common diagn... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Supporting Fathers in Family-Centered Care
October 10, 2016
This presentation explores the experience and needs of fathers of children with disabilities in order to promote supporting fathers in family centered care. Content will draw on current literature of... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Pediatrics
Forging Researcher-Clinician Alliances to Advance Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Research
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October 5, 2016
There is a need for occupational therapists to contribute their distinct value when engaged in interdisciplinary research. In this session, we will 1) introduce the Forging Alliances in Interdisciplin... Read More
Professional Issues
Occupational Therapy's Role in a School-Based Mental Health Task Force
October 3, 2016
This presentation will discuss the role of an occupational therapist on a school-based task force to address mental health promotion and anti-bullying resulting in tier one and tier two directed inter... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics Early Intervention and School-Based
Falls in the Elderly with Fibromyalgia
October 3, 2016
This course discusses evidence-based prevalence of falls in patients with fibromyalgia. It provides an in-depth understanding of the role of the occupational therapist in an interdisciplinary interven... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Pain Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Alternative and Augmentative Communication: Preparing for the ATP Exam
September 29, 2016
This course presents Alternative and Augmentative Communication. Definitions, terminology, access methods and strategies to optimize use will be addressed. Mounting and interfacing with power wheelcha... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Professional Issues
Cognitive Technologies: Preparing for the ATP Exam
September 26, 2016
This course presents cognitive technologies which are designed to increase independence and safety for clients with cognitive impairments. Content includes definitions and categories of equipment, as... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Cognition and Executive Function Professional Issues
A Clinician's Perspective: Occupational Therapy For Persons With Renal Disease
September 20, 2016
Participants will gain knowledge and clinical reasoning skill concerning the medical and rehabilitation management of clients with renal disease. Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Strengthening OT in Home Health 2016 and Beyond
September 13, 2016
The home health landscape promises to afford occupational therapy new opportunities to strengthen its position in this employment setting. New payment models and new expectations by policy makers is a... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Professional Issues
Evaluation of Home Accessibility: The First Step in Ensuring Proper Fit to Improve Function
September 13, 2016
This course will introduce participants to the basics of evaluating homes for accessibility for individuals with varying levels of function. Individuals will learn how to evaluate external and interna... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health
Activities of Daily Living in Children and Adolescents with Spina Bifida: Developmental Considerations
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September 13, 2016
Occupational therapists play an important role in assessing a child’s readiness, identifying obstacles, and implementing solutions to increase participation in ADL, IADL, and transition areas for ch... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Yoga For Depression: One Breath At A Time
September 1, 2016
This course provides an introduction to the use of yoga as an intervention tool for the treatment of depression. An exploration of the benefits of yoga, it’s impacts on depression and how it is util... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness