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Articles for OT CEUs
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Understanding And Treatment From An OT Perspective
July 19, 2023
Understanding post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the important role OT can play in treating it will be reviewed in this course. Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Switch Assessment: Determining Optimal Switch Type And Placement
July 17, 2023
An access method is used by the client to control assistive technology devices, such as power wheelchairs and speech-generating devices. Single or multiple switches can be used for access, though care... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Returning The Skills To Skilled Nursing Facility Rehabilitation
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July 13, 2023
Due to time and resource constraints, the full potential of SNF rehabilitation patients is not always realized. This presentation will give specific treatment strategies and interventions to improve t... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
Play, Has It Become A 4 Letter Word In Education?
July 13, 2023
The concept of returning to play-based Pre-K and K seems to be making a resurgence. Promoting learning via play makes sense as children naturally learn through exploration, cause and effect, and pleas... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Developmental Care And Feeding Of Infants With Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
July 12, 2023
This course will describe the OT role in early assessment and treatment of the infant born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. We will discuss unique challenges of feeding , developmental, sensory and... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Feeding and Swallowing Pediatrics
Designing Inclusive Play Spaces Podcast
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July 6, 2023
Join us for a fun course on designing inclusive play spaces. In this podcast, you will learn about how you can get involved in helping your community design and build the inclusive playground of their... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Early Intervention and School-Based Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Fostering Meaning And Purpose For Individuals In Senior Living
June 21, 2023
Despite such positive outcomes of meaningful engagement, recent studies have suggested that elderly residents are inactive most of their time, are engaged in passive activities, and do not experience... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
A Strength-Based Approach in Occupational Therapy
June 16, 2023
A strength-based approach offers many benefits for OT clients and practitioners alike. Read More
OT for Our Littlest Clients
June 7, 2023
OTs can aid young kids through early intervention. Read More
OT and Maternal Health
June 5, 2023
OccupationalTherapy.com offers five ways OTs can address maternal health. Read More
Wheelchair Seating For The Pediatric Population
June 2, 2023
Pediatric seating and mobility equipment are not simply smaller than equipment designed for adults. This course will present the importance of pediatric positioning, clinical considerations, how to de... Read More
Pediatrics Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Intro to Health Equity for LGBTQ+ People
May 25, 2023
The experts at OccupationalTherapy.com offer an overview of health equity as it pertains to LGBTQ+ people. Read More
Occupational Therapy And Disability Services Offices On College Campuses Podcast
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May 24, 2023
This podcast will provide an overview of the role of occupational therapy in higher education and opportunities for occupational therapists in college settings, highlighting both traditional and non-t... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Early Intervention and School-Based Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Reframing Autism From A Neurodiversity-Affirming Perspective Podcast
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May 22, 2023
The autistic community wants healthcare professionals to switch to neurodiversity-affirming practices. What would neurodiversity-affirming practices look like, and how can occupational therapy practit... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Neurological and Physical Disabilities Professional Issues
Using DIRFloortime To Support Problem Solving
May 18, 2023
When faced with a challenge, many children struggle to determine what to do and how to manage their emotional responses. This course will explore the developmental and emotional components of problem-... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Supporting Pediatric Engagement In Community Mobility
May 10, 2023
Community mobility concerns and approaches for children and communities to support safe independent mobility throughout the community are reviewed in this course. The course will focus on multiple mod... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Optimizing Mobility And Community Engagement For Older Clients
May 10, 2023
The occupation of driving and community mobility among older adults experiencing the health effects of aging and age-related illnesses are reviewed in this course. The roles, responsibilities, and pro... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging
Occupational Therapy and the Pelvic Floor
May 10, 2023
OTs can play an important role in pelvic floor dysfunction. Read More
Evaluation And Treatment Of Cerebral Visual Impairment Podcast
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May 8, 2023
On the podcast, we will discuss the role of the occupational therapist in the evaluation and treatment of children with cerebral visual impairment (CVI). We will discuss how CVI affects performance in... Read More
Continued Learning Podcast Pediatrics Vision
Overview of Prematurity and Associated Conditions
May 7, 2023
An introduction to prematurity and co-occurring problems and diagnoses will be provided in this course. The outcomes associated with early experiences and short-term and long-term complications are di... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Feeding and Swallowing Pediatrics