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 virus. Our contribution to the at-risk population of older adults is important and invaluable.

Utilizing the therapeutic partnership of Occupational Therapy and Child Life, we will "Map Out" a wellness framework and innovative pathways that help strengthen effective partnerships between children, families, and interdisciplinary medical teams. This integrative approach will demonstrate a variety of therapeutic methods that improve medical education, clinical conversations, and discharge planning, in order to empower children and families to be active, engaged members of their care teams.

This course will provide occupational therapists with basic Spanish terminology and phrases to conduct an inpatient assessment. Participants will also learn how to communicate post-operative precautions after orthopedic surgery and instruct on home modifications.

This course will provide occupational therapists with basic Spanish terminology and phrases to conduct an inpatient assessment. Participants will also learn how to communicate post-operative precautions after cardiac surgery.

This 4-hour master class focuses on responsive feeding in the context of child development, common feeding struggles, the parent-caregiver relationship, and working with the team.

This course will provide occupational therapists with valuable knowledge about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and its effect on occupational performance. This course will focus on strategies and interventions to improve function and quality of life for patients with ALS.

This course provides an overview of Simucase and examines the benefits of incorporating computer-based simulations into OT and OTA programs. Methodologies for pre-briefing, providing feedback, and debriefing students will be discussed. Strategies for integrating simulations into a curriculum and how to utilize them in Level 1 Fieldwork Experiences to meet specific 2020 ACOTE Standards will be explained. Initial pilot study results will be discussed.

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 this childhood right both in the school and home settings.

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-centered approach. The medical complexity of this population is compounded by the resource demands currently placed on the healthcare system. This course will outline evidence-based interventions and outcome measures for occupational therapists to implement in the dynamic acute care setting of this population.

If you're new to working in early intervention or an experienced therapist looking for a refresher course, you'll learn how primitive reflex patterns impact gross motor development, understand the sequence of post walking milestones, and be inspired with gross motor activity ideas to try with toddlers and young preschoolers.