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Articles for OT CEUs
Choosing Wisely: Conquering Habit to Achieve Excellence
January 2, 2020
With a mission to promote treatment that is safe, evidence-based, and non-duplicative, the Choosing Wisely campaign makes some bold statements about specific interventions. Learn which OT practices ha... Read More
Professional Issues
Motor Interventions in Early Intervention
December 12, 2019
Need some intervention ideas for Early Intervention? This course reviews the key milestones for typical motor development, focuses on best practice guidelines for early intervention motor therapy and... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
20Q: Holistic and Compassionate Care Educator
December 9, 2019
In this edition, we highlight Dr. Kristine Haertl's career and contributions to occupational therapy. Kristine Haertl is a distinguished professor, author, private practitioner, and community consulta... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Crumbs as a Tool in Pediatric Feeding Transitions
December 1, 2019
This practical course will describe the use of crumbs as a bridge to sensory and motor transitions in feeding therapy to support the clinician and family. The goal with crumbs is child success and com... Read More
Feeding and Swallowing Pediatrics
Anxious Eaters and Anxious Mealtimes
November 26, 2019
This practical webinar will identify who are anxious eaters and outline sensitive and systematic ways to support these worried eaters and their families in mealtime peace and expanding diets. The appr... Read More
Feeding and Swallowing Pediatrics
Developing In The NICU: An Introduction to Positioning & Handling, Part 2
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November 24, 2019
Part II of Developing In The NICU introduces the interventions of positioning and handling for optimizing development and brain plasticity despite the stressful environment. Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Early Intervention and School-Based Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Transitioning to Academia: From OTA Practitioner to OTA Professor
November 19, 2019
This course is designed for the OTA who is interested in pursuing a career in academia, and for the OT who is interested in learning how to support the addition of an OTA faculty member to their progr... Read More
Professional Issues
Pediatric Stem Cell Transplantation Part 2: Occupational Therapy Treatment for Common Cases
November 19, 2019
This course is designed to provide ideas for evidence-based tailored occupational therapy treatment following pediatric stem cell transplantation. Unique and common case scenarios will be used to illu... Read More
Pediatrics
Considering The Caregiver: Identifying And Addressing Dementia Caregiver Health
November 15, 2019
In the United States there are nearly 16 million caregivers caring for persons with dementia; nearly half have clinically significant symptoms of depression. This course will introduce means to identi... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Meeting the Needs of Autistic Adults
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November 11, 2019
This course will define autism and describe the lived experience of autistic adults, including common core strengths and challenges. It will also provide strategies, technology, and other supports. Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications
Living with Heart Failure: The OT Role
November 5, 2019
Heart failure (HF) affects an individual’s ability to engage in desired occupation leading to a gradual loss of independence with ADLs, IADLs, and the development of activity limitations affecting t... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging
Application of the Kawa Model in Geriatrics
November 1, 2019
This course will explore the use of the Kawa model, a culturally sensitive occupational therapy model of practice, in geriatric care to establish rapport, identify client strengths and barriers, and i... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Living and Breathing with COPD: The OT Role
October 28, 2019
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a prevalent disease and comorbidity of individuals being seen in occupational therapy. The occupational therapist is uniquely qualified to promote impro... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging
Wheelchair Mobility: Ultralight Configuration And Propulsion
October 24, 2019
This course will present an appropriate configuration of ultralight manual wheelchairs to optimize self-propulsion efficiency. Increased efficiency decreases the risk of repetitive stress injuries and... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities Review Series: Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Examination And Assessment For The Upper Extremity: Part 2
October 21, 2019
This is the second course in a 2-part series that will provide clinical assessment tools and guidelines to utilize in the treatment planning for the upper extremity involved population. This session w... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity
Introduction to Driver Rehabilitation
October 18, 2019
This course will provide an overview of driver rehabilitation as a specialty area in Occupational Therapy. The role of the generalist OT in discussing driving with their clients will also be covered. Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Cognition and Executive Function
Wheelchair Mobility: Power Add On Options And Use For Manual Wheelchairs
October 17, 2019
This course will present alternate manual wheelchair drive mechanisms, including non-powered and powered options to increase manual wheelchair efficiency and decrease pain and injury risk. These drive... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities Review Series: Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Examination And Assessment For The Upper Extremity: Part 1
October 15, 2019
This is the first course in a 2-part series that will provide clinical assessment tools and guidelines to utilize in the treatment planning for the upper extremity involved population. This session wi... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics
Practical Application Of Ergonomic Principles: Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders In New Mothers
October 13, 2019
This presentation will explore the ergonomic risk factors associated with caring for a baby while looking at postpartum mothers as a specialized population. Practical strategies to prevent or reduce t... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Ergonomics and Industrial Rehabilitation Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pain Pediatrics
Elder Abuse and Child Abuse: Know the Signs and Your Role
October 10, 2019
Elder abuse and neglect and child abuse and neglect are harsh realities. This course will identify the physical, clinical, and behavioral indicators of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse needed to... Read More
Compliance and Regulatory Gerontology and Aging Pediatrics Professional Issues