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Articles for OT CEUs
The Therapeutic Benefits of Outdoor Play
August 2, 2020
This presentation will unveil the therapeutic benefits of outdoor play. Participants will learn about the occupation of outdoor play, how it is at risk, its incredible benefits, and ways to restore th... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
The Value of Occupational Therapy in the Acute Care Management of Patients with COVID-19
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July 29, 2020
Occupational therapy practitioners are uniquely positioned to meet the dynamic physical, cognitive, and psychological needs of patients diagnosed with COVID-19, due to our holistic training and client... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Telehealth OT: Using Pediatric Case Studies to Inform Practice
July 24, 2020
Telehealth is becoming an increasingly used service delivery model in pediatric OT due to a myriad of reasons however; it does present some unique challenges when servicing the pediatric population. T... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
OT & Covid: How to Navigate a New World with Older Adults
July 24, 2020
Occupational Therapy Practitioners serve an important role for older adults amidst COVID19 as we address ADL, safety, quality of life, mental health, and other areas directly impacted by this new viru... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Occupational Therapy Approach to Assessment and Intervention in Dementia
July 16, 2020
This course introduces various dementias and the impact of the many symptoms on function and participation. Emphasis is on the use of evidence-based practice to develop a person-centered, occupation-b... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Cognition and Executive Function Gerontology and Aging
The Spaced Retrieval Technique: A How To For OTs
July 2, 2020
This course will provide an overview of the spaced retrieval technique, which is a cognitive intervention that can improve recall of functional information. Participants will learn the evidence behind... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Cognition and Executive Function Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
20Q: Understanding Clients’ Perspectives to Guide Our Work
June 25, 2020
In this edition, we highlight Dr. Ellen Cohn's career and contributions to occupational therapy. Dr. Ellen Cohn is a distinguished researcher in occupational therapy. She has published widely in the a... Read More
20Q with Franklin Stein Acute Care, Community and Home Health Pediatrics
Women's Health: An Introduction to Treating Pelvic Pain Disorders
June 17, 2020
Millions of Americans are negatively impacted by bladder and bowel incontinence and pelvic pain. You will learn about the OT’s role, different diagnoses, treatment applications, practical strategies... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pain
Women's Health: An Introduction to Treating Bowel Disorders
June 8, 2020
Millions of Americans are negatively impacted by bladder and bowel incontinence and pelvic pain. You will learn about the OT’s role, different diagnoses, treatment applications, practical strategies... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Skilled Nursing Facility Primer- Part 2
May 29, 2020
Whether you are transitioning from another area of practice or just graduating from your OT program, this course will provide you an introduction to working in therapy within a Skilled Nursing Facilit... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Being A Leader When You’re Not The Boss
May 29, 2020
Leaders are not only found at the top of the organizational chart, but also throughout every level. You likely know people who influence you in a remarkable way without a “Boss” title. Explore the... Read More
Professional Issues
Women's Health: An Introduction to Treating Bladder Disorders
May 27, 2020
Millions of Americans are negatively impacted by bladder and bowel incontinence and pelvic pain. You will learn about the OT’s role, different diagnoses, treatment applications, practical strategies... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Skilled Nursing Facility Primer- Part 1
May 14, 2020
Whether you are transitioning from another area of practice or just graduating from your OT program, this course will provide you an introduction to working in therapy within a Skilled Nursing Facilit... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
May 6, 2020
Harassment, and more specifically, sexual harassment, is illegal. This course reviews the definition of sexual harassment, ways to prevent harassment, and what to do should harassment occur in the wor... Read More
Compliance and Regulatory Professional Issues
Digital Diets and the Impact of Screen Time on Development
May 6, 2020
Digital Diets and the Impact of Screen Time will provide OTs with an understanding of the negative impact that excessive screen time can have on key areas of development. Current research, as well as... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Sustaining the Well-Being of Healthcare Workers During Coronavirus
April 28, 2020
The coronavirus (COVID-19) is presenting new and unique challenges. We are navigating unchartered waters with this virus, making it important to find new ways to work and interact while also taking ca... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Horses and Mental Health: An OT Perspective
April 27, 2020
This course explores the interactions between occupational therapy practitioners, horses, and mental health. Learn the role horses can play in working with a wide variety of mental health concerns and... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Neuromodulation for Spinal Cord Injury: OTs Role in Enhancing Outcomes
April 21, 2020
This course will introduce the neuromodulation techniques for the remediation of spinal cord injury. Current science, treatments, and outcomes will be reviewed, followed by a discussion of the integra... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities
20Q: The Kawa Model of Occupational Therapy Developer
April 18, 2020
In this edition, we highlight Dr. Michael Iwama's career and contributions to occupational therapy. Michael Iwama is an internationally known developer of the Kawa Model of Occupational Therapy. This... Read More
20Q with Franklin Stein Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Functional Electrical Stimulation for OTs: Principles and Application
April 15, 2020
This course will introduce the concepts associated with the use of electrical stimulation in functional treatments, including equipment and parameter selection and modification. Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities