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Pediatric Interventions For Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)

Aditi Mehra, DHSc, OTR/L

November 11, 2024

The course aims to help practitioners improve their understanding of the complexities of hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) and compare evidence-based intervention strategies for treating global de...   Read More

   


Addressing Mental Health In The Home: Guidance For The OT Practitioner

Krista Covell-Pierson, OTR/L, BCB-PMD

November 7, 2024

Our country is in a mental health crisis, and occupational therapy continues to be underutilized for support. OTPs should feel confident and capable of providing interventions to help in the world of...   Read More

  


Digital Health: Apps and Biometrics For You And Your Caseload

Teresa Fair-Field, OTD, OTR/L

October 29, 2024

The integration of digital health tools, including apps and biometric devices, into occupational therapy practice will be explored in this course. Participants will learn to effectively incorporate th...   Read More

  


Return to Work after Cancer and the Role of Occupational Therapy

Jantina Kroese-King, Occupational Therapist/Clinical Epidemiologist

October 7, 2024

Facts about returning to work after cancer and the role of the occupational therapy practitioner will be discussed in this course with an introduction to specific models and interventions.   Read More

  


Integrating Coaching In Occupational Therapy: Strategies For Patient-Centered Care

Ten'Niquwa Bryan, B.A.S. in Supervision and Management, M.S. in I/O Psychology, Evidence-Based Coaching Certification

October 4, 2024

Strategies for integrating coaching into occupational therapy to enhance therapeutic outcomes will be reviewed in this course. Participants will explore practical applications, case studies, and techn...   Read More

   


Beyond The Fear: Understanding And Addressing Fear Of Falling Avoidance Behavior

John V. Rider, PhD, MS, OTR/L, BCPR, MSCS, ATP

October 3, 2024

Key information on fear of falling avoidance behavior and the downstream biopsychosocial consequences will be provided in this introductory course. Participants will be able to distinguish between ada...   Read More

  


Taking The Lead In Your Practice: Creating A Path Forward Using Evidence-Based Practice

Ingrid Provident, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA

October 2, 2024

Evidence-based practice (EBP) involves using the latest research and best available data to inform therapists' practice decisions, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Despite being the gold standard, a...   Read More


Introduction To Breastfeeding And The Role Of The Occupational Therapy Practitioner

Jennifer L. Campanella, OTD, OTR/L, CBS

September 25, 2024

The anatomy and physiology of breastfeeding mothers and infants, the essentials of proper positioning, and what to do when there are challenges will be introduced in this course. In addition, this cou...   Read More

  


Evaluating Adults’ Mental Health Needs: An Essential Feature Of OT Practice

Debora Davidson, PhD, OTR/L

September 12, 2024

Screening and evaluating clients’ emotional, cognitive, and social performance is an essential skill set for occupational therapy practitioners working with adults across various practice settings....   Read More

  


Pain and Symptom Management for the Allied Health Professional

Susan Holmes-Walker, PhD, RN

September 9, 2024

The different types of pain, the symptoms related to each category, and the challenges of treating chronic pain will be discussed in this course. Participants will increase their understanding of pain...   Read More

   


Understanding Girls And Women With Autism In A World Where They Are Often Overlooked And Misdiagnosed

Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW

August 30, 2024

While the manifestation and exhibited characteristics associated with autism spectrum disorder in females often appear different than for males, females with autism are often misdiagnosed and overlook...   Read More

   


Strong Willed Child Or Oppositional Defiant Disorder?

Tere Bowen-Irish, OTR/L

August 22, 2024

As educators, we may see patterns of arguing, anger, irritableness, revengeful behavior, and defiance. Strong-willed child or something more complex? Does this student sound familiar? This seminar wil...   Read More

 


Home Design For Aging In Place

Nishi Brahmbhatt, OTD-PP, MOTR/L, CAPS, CDP, & Realtor®

August 22, 2024

The course aims to inform on the market segments for aging in place, types of design for aging in place, critical areas to assess in the home to facilitate aging in place, and home modifications that...   Read More

  


OT In Mental Health: Understanding The Role Of The Occupational Therapy Practitioner

Cynthia Hoskins, DBH, MOT, OTR/L, CCTS-I

August 21, 2024

A general overview of the history of OT in mental health and practice indications. More specifically, this course will inform OTPs of common practice settings, the clinical presentation which includes...   Read More

  


How To Start Your Neurodiversity Affirming Journey - Neurodiversity Affirming Practice, Part 2

Virginia Spielmann, PhD, OTR/L

August 21, 2024

Join Dr. Spielmann for a Part 2 webinar about neurodiversity affirming practice where we will explore allyship, power differentials, goal setting, critical self-reflection, and advocacy in every space...   Read More

  


Rehabilitation Strategies For Persons With Dementia And Neuropsychiatric Conditions: What's The Evidence?

Dennis Klima, PT, MS, PhD, GCS, NCS

August 19, 2024

Current rehabilitation approaches for patients with a variety of neuropsychiatric conditions, including dementia, schizophrenia, and functional movement disorders, will be addressed in this course. Ev...   Read More

   


Documentation In School-Based Occupational Therapy

Krupa Kuruvilla, MA, OTR/L

August 19, 2024

The basics of documentation in schools, stressing the purpose, types, content of documentation, and important dos and don'ts will be covered. It will teach you the frameworks for goal writing and how...   Read More

 


Self-Monitoring To Empower Children's Motivation And Success

Amy Coopersmith, OTD, OTR/L, MA Ed

August 14, 2024

Learn how to seamlessly integrate evidence-informed self-monitoring techniques into your practice, encouraging child-driven success through diverse proven strategies derived from robust research. Addr...   Read More

 


Interoception

Jeryl D. Benson, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA

August 14, 2024

An overview of the “hidden sense” of interoception is reviewed in this course. The impact of interoception on daily life will be discussed. Emphasis will be on using the current evidence to addres...   Read More

 


Palliative Care And Occupational Therapy: Our Unique Role

Heather Javaherian, OTD, OTR/L

August 8, 2024

Palliative care and the role of occupational therapy will be discussed in this course. Interventions supported by research in occupational therapy will be described along with our distinct value in th...   Read More

   


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