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A Guide For Occupational Therapy Practitioners Bridging To Academia
Presented by Andy Pitts, DrOT, OTR/L
Live WebinarThu, Feb 19, 2026 at 3:00 pm EST
Course: #6945Level: Introductory1 Hour
This continuing education course is designed for occupational therapy practitioners who are transitioning into academic roles for the first time. The course provides an overview of the structure, expectations, and responsibilities of occupational therapy education within higher education, including teaching, curriculum design, student assessment, accreditation considerations, and professional role development. Participants will explore strategies for translating clinical expertise into effective teaching practices, navigating academic culture, and supporting student learning and professional behaviors. Emphasis is placed on practical tools, common challenges, and best practices to support a successful transition from clinical practice to academia.

Emotional Intelligence In Healthcare: Driving High-Quality Care And Team Performance
Presented by Robin Arthur, PsyD
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Course: #9655Level: Introductory1.5 Hours
This course extends beyond technical skills to examine the profound impact of emotional intelligence (EI) on healthcare professionals. It covers the five core domains of EI and how they directly influence patient outcomes, team collaboration, and stress resilience. In addition, evidence-based strategies are presented to enable course participants to enhance their own EI, improve clinical effectiveness, and enhance leadership capabilities in busy healthcare settings.

Elevating OT Fieldwork Education: Foundations, Theory, And Practical Strategies
Presented by Elizabeth DeIuliis, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, CLA, FNAP, FAOTA
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Course: #6916Level: Introductory1.5 Hours
This introductory course is designed to support occupational therapy practitioners in developing their role as fieldwork educators. This course highlights the educator component of the OT/OTA role, explores how occupational therapy beliefs, values, and principles align with key teaching and learning theories, and provides practical strategies to enhance student learning and clinical reasoning within practice settings. Participants will leave with tools to foster effective, student-centered fieldwork experiences that prepare the next generation of occupational therapy practitioners.

Transformative Communication
Presented by Robin Arthur, PsyD
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Course: #9654Level: Introductory1.5 Hours
This course explores transformative communication in healthcare and leadership, contrasting it with transactional approaches. It covers communication barriers and application of the CONNECT model. It also includes evidence-based strategies for emotional regulation, respect, and validation, to foster trust and improve outcomes in challenging interactions. The focus is on developing practical skills to enhance collaboration and psychological safety in daily clinical and leadership practice in healthcare settings.

A Comprehensive Approach To Stress Management And Enhancing Well-Being
Presented by Robin Arthur, PsyD
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Course: #9653Level: Introductory2 Hours
Designed for healthcare providers and leaders, this course explores the physiology of stress, its chronic effects on health and performance, and the realities of workplace strain. The content translates science into practice with clear distinctions between adaptive and maladaptive stress, case stories from clinical settings, and actionable tactics such as mindful breathing, movement, and lifestyle foundations. Participants map personal stressors, experiment with rapid regulation tools, and examine habits that restore sleep, focus, and emotional balance. The emphasis is on practical, evidence-informed approaches that cultivate resilience, grounded presence, and better patient care.

Mindful Burnout Training
Presented by Olivia Petrucci, MS, OTR/L
Live WebinarTue, Apr 14, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDT
Course: #6985Level: Introductory1 Hour
Burnout is prevalent among occupational therapy practitioners and can result in many adverse effects, including chronic fatigue, emotional exhaustion, reduced job satisfaction, absenteeism, decreased quality of care, and higher turnover rates (Brollier et al., 1987; Dreison et al., 2018). This training reviews the factors contributing to burnout, the adverse effects burnout can have on a practitioner, and key strategies using both mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to reduce personal levels of burnout.

Positive Communication To Help Reduce Future Imposter Syndrome
Presented by Jessi Andricks, MS, CCC-SLP
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Course: #6758Level: Introductory1 Hour
Many therapists both new and experienced, struggle with Imposter Syndrome - the persistent feeling that they aren't qualified enough despite their achievements. While Imposter Syndrome can emerge anytime, clinicians are especially vulnerable during graduate school and their Clinical Fellowship (CF) year under supervision. This course provides practical tools for therapists to help their students, CF supervisees, and clinicians prevent and manage Imposter Syndrome throughout their careers.

Comprehensive Suicide Prevention & Risk Management: Assessment, Intervention, And Ethical Considerations For Health Professionals
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP
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Course: #9635Level: Introductory6 Hours
This 6-hour course equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and tools for suicide prevention, awareness, and the management of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). Participants will learn to identify risk factors, warning signs, and at-risk groups, focusing on screening, assessment for imminent harm/risk, safety planning, and making informed referrals. The course also covers the distinctions between NSSI and suicidal behavior, best practices for intervention, and strategies for addressing self-injury in various clinical settings. Additionally, tailored approaches for specific populations, including veterans, ethical considerations, and collaborative methods to enhance patient safety, will be explored. By the end, attendees will be prepared to implement effective interventions in their professional settings.

Suicide Prevention For Health Professionals: Screening, Referrals, And Veterans Issues
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP
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Course: #9637Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course is designed for health professionals to deepen their understanding of suicide screening and referrals, with a specific focus on the veteran population. Participants will learn to identify and describe essential suicide screening and assessment tools to aid in early identification and intervention. The course will also cover critical risk factors, warning signs, and effective prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Additionally, key considerations for making informed and effective suicide referrals as part of a comprehensive suicide prevention program will be explored. Through this training, health professionals will be equipped with practical knowledge and strategies to support individuals at risk and make meaningful impacts in suicide prevention efforts.

Comprehensive Suicide Prevention For Health Professionals: Awareness, Screening, Referrals, And Veterans Issues
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP
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Course: #9636Level: Introductory3 Hours
This course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and tools for suicide prevention and referrals, focusing on evidence-based practices and the unique needs of at-risk populations, including veterans. Participants will gain an understanding of suicide epidemiology, risk factors, warning signs, and effective referral and prevention strategies. The course covers key considerations for implementing suicide screenings, utilizing assessment tools, and making informed referrals as part of a comprehensive prevention program. By the end, attendees will be equipped with practical strategies to support individuals at risk and develop impactful suicide prevention initiatives in their workplace.