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The Pruning Effect On The Teenage Brain (It’s Not Just Hormones)
November 14, 2023
Adolescent brain changes during puberty will be highlighted in this course. We will consider how these changes may affect behaviors and participation in life tasks. What we used to blame on hormones i... Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
From Meltdowns To An Occupation-Centered Approach For Self-Regulation And Management
November 1, 2023
How to incorporate sensory strategies for emotional management and self-regulation in pediatric practice is emphasized in this course. Emphasis will also be on preventing behaviors and meltdowns relat... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Integrating Evidence Based Keyboarding
October 26, 2023
Participants will learn the importance of keyboarding skills for literacy participation in this course. Participants will understand keyboarding skills and identify interventions related to children f... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
AquOTic! A Therapeutic Aquatic Intervention For Kids On The Autism Spectrum Podcast
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October 25, 2023
Kids on the autism spectrum are particularly vulnerable to drowning incidents. Occupational Therapy practitioners have a unique skillset to help autistic kids and their families learn to swim and be s... Read More
Continued Learning Podcast Pediatrics
Supporting Regulation As A Foundation For Effective Therapy
October 24, 2023
In order to engage, attend, and meet the expectations or demands of any situation, an individual needs to be regulated. This course will explore different aspects of regulation and dysregulation. It w... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Employing Verbal De-Escalation Strategies In Occupational Therapy
October 12, 2023
Participants will learn about verbal de-escalation strategies and how to employ these strategies in OT sessions. Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Safe And Sound: Training Occupational Therapists To Enhance Autism Safety And Support
October 5, 2023
The necessary skills and knowledge for occupational therapists to create a safe environment for individuals with autism in various settings will be reviewed in this comprehensive course. Through inter... Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Fostering Healthy Minds: Exploring Occupational Therapy's Role in Supporting Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
September 7, 2023
Learn about the critical window of brain development and the key factors that impact the social-emotional foundations of infants and toddlers. Learn how occupational therapy’s unique perspective can... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
ADHD In Adolescence: Enhancing Success For Middle And High School Students
August 28, 2023
Occupational therapists working with middle and high school adolescents with ADHD are provided with evidence-based strategies and interventions in this 1-hour workshop. Participants will explore pract... Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
ADHD In Action: Empowering Occupational Therapy Practitioners In Elementary Schools
August 23, 2023
Rehabilitation professionals working with children with ADHD in school settings will be educated on evidence-based strategies and creative interventions in this workshop. Participants will explore pra... Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Exploring Self Regulation With 3 To 5 Year Olds
July 31, 2023
Self-regulation for 3–5-year-olds can be quite variable. As we know, self-regulation skills help kids navigate their environments, regardless of age. This seminar will explore self-regulation for li... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Play, Has It Become A 4 Letter Word In Education?
July 13, 2023
The concept of returning to play-based Pre-K and K seems to be making a resurgence. Promoting learning via play makes sense as children naturally learn through exploration, cause and effect, and pleas... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Developmental Care And Feeding Of Infants With Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
July 12, 2023
This course will describe the OT role in early assessment and treatment of the infant born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. We will discuss unique challenges of feeding , developmental, sensory and... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Feeding and Swallowing Pediatrics
Designing Inclusive Play Spaces Podcast
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July 6, 2023
Join us for a fun course on designing inclusive play spaces. In this podcast, you will learn about how you can get involved in helping your community design and build the inclusive playground of their... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Early Intervention and School-Based Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Wheelchair Seating For The Pediatric Population
June 2, 2023
Pediatric seating and mobility equipment are not simply smaller than equipment designed for adults. This course will present the importance of pediatric positioning, clinical considerations, how to de... Read More
Pediatrics Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Occupational Therapy And Disability Services Offices On College Campuses Podcast
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May 24, 2023
This podcast will provide an overview of the role of occupational therapy in higher education and opportunities for occupational therapists in college settings, highlighting both traditional and non-t... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Early Intervention and School-Based Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Using DIRFloortime To Support Problem Solving
May 18, 2023
When faced with a challenge, many children struggle to determine what to do and how to manage their emotional responses. This course will explore the developmental and emotional components of problem-... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Supporting Pediatric Engagement In Community Mobility
May 10, 2023
Community mobility concerns and approaches for children and communities to support safe independent mobility throughout the community are reviewed in this course. The course will focus on multiple mod... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Evaluation And Treatment Of Cerebral Visual Impairment Podcast
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May 8, 2023
On the podcast, we will discuss the role of the occupational therapist in the evaluation and treatment of children with cerebral visual impairment (CVI). We will discuss how CVI affects performance in... Read More
Continued Learning Podcast Pediatrics Vision
Overview of Prematurity and Associated Conditions
May 7, 2023
An introduction to prematurity and co-occurring problems and diagnoses will be provided in this course. The outcomes associated with early experiences and short-term and long-term complications are di... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Feeding and Swallowing Pediatrics