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Articles for OT CEUs
The Relationship Between Adherence and Perceived Self-Efficacy: How To Improve Functional Outcomes By Motivating Your Clients
October 1, 2018
The field of occupational therapy believes that through therapeutic use of self the skilled practitioner can select the just right challenge and in the process have a positive impact on the self-effic... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Professional Issues
SIMQ: The Debrief and its Importance in the Simulation Learning Experience
September 26, 2018
In this SimQ article, we will focus on a specific aspect of the simulation learning experience; the debrief. The discussion will address the importance of the debrief as part of the learning process.... Read More
Simulations
Foundations for School Readiness: Executive Functioning in the Classroom (Day 3)
September 25, 2018
We use executive function skills to manage tasks we complete every day. They help us to decide what to pay attention to as well as help us to manage emotions and regulate behavior. This course helps t... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based
Foundations for School Readiness: Visual and Fine Motor Skills (Day 2)
September 20, 2018
Participants will learn how fine motor and visual motor skills and development effect students' ability to access curriculum. Practical strategies and treatment interventions will be presented to impr... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based
20Q: Legacy of a Cognitive Researcher
September 18, 2018
Carolyn Baum is one of the most prominent leaders in occupational therapy. This course outlines her contributions to occupational cognitive research over the last 40 years. Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Gerontology and Aging
Foundations for School Readiness: Sensory Regulation and Yoga (Day 1)
September 10, 2018
This course will provide you tips and tools to integrate sensory regulation, yoga and mindfulness into the classroom for children of all abilities. Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based
Entrepreneurship for the OT Professional
August 31, 2018
Do you dream of starting your own business but don't know where to start? This course will give you practical tips and help OT professionals get started on making their career dreams come true. Read More
Professional Issues
Stress, Trauma and Mindfulness: Self-Care for Healthcare Professionals
August 27, 2018
In order to treat the whole patient, we need an understanding of how stress and trauma impacts their treatment, as well as the importance of self-care to keep us sustained. Participants will be able t... Read More
Primitive Reflexes and How They Impact Development
August 27, 2018
Infants are born with a set of primitive reflexes that should inhibit within the first year after birth. This course looks at the impact that primitive reflexes have on brain and body development when... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Typical Development
August 22, 2018
This course is about the complex process of normal development. Its goal is to help participants understand what happens when children develop typically so that they can have a better understanding of... Read More
Pediatrics
Talking About the Unspoken: Death & Dying
August 17, 2018
One experience links all humans regardless of the variety of factors that may differentiate us, death. Learn about open-ended communication techniques, including specific questions, to help open dialo... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
Implementing RtI for School-Based OTs and PTs: Supporting Struggling Learners
August 17, 2018
In order to make meaningful contributions to general education Response to Intervention (RtI) activities, school-based occupational therapy and physical therapy practitioners must understand the RtI m... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Professional Issues
Children's Environments: Accessibility Consultation for Safety, Independence, and Learning
August 17, 2018
Occupational therapists specially trained in accessibility issues and legislative compliance are crucial to targeting barriers and providing solutions to maximize safety, independence, working and lea... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Professional Issues
Everyday Application of the AOTA Code of Ethics
August 7, 2018
A two-hour overview for OT practitioners that explores daily ethical responsibilities, ethical decision-making models and application of material to attendee’s real life ethical issues. Read More
Compliance and Regulatory Ethics Professional Issues
Animal-Assisted Interventions for Older Adults
August 2, 2018
This webinar will provide an overview of the role of animal interactions for older adults and the role of occupational therapy practitioners in supporting the human animal bond. We will discuss how oc... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
Advocacy Strategies for the Occupational Therapy Assistant
July 27, 2018
This course will explore the role of the occupational therapy assistant and its value to the occupational therapy profession as well as larger health care, educational, and community contexts. Strateg... Read More
Professional Issues
Down Syndrome 101 for Pediatric OTs
July 20, 2018
Children with Down Syndrome often exhibit differences in tone, joints, feeding, heart and respiratory problems, as well as behavioral and co-morbid conditions. Understanding the complexities of the co... Read More
Pediatrics Neurological and Physical Disabilities
The ADLs You Didn't Know You Were Missing
July 18, 2018
This course focuses on providing the practicing physical therapist and physical therapist assistant with practical competency and knowledge on common dysfunctions that may be seen in patients with pel... Read More
Fieldwork Education: Cultural Considerations for the Clinical Educator
July 14, 2018
This course will seek to explore, discuss and analyze cultural sensitivities and contextual considerations for the clinical educator when mentoring a fieldwork level student. Read More
Professional Issues
Occupational Therapy, Mental Health Housing, and Recovery
July 10, 2018
This presentation will introduce participants to occupational therapy’s role in residential mental health treatment. Strategies that can be used to advocate to housing providers in forming relations... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness Professional Issues