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Articles for OT CEUs
Handwriting: It Is A Big Deal
September 28, 2022
The foundations of the upper extremity mobility needed for written communication will be reviewed in this course. Participants will also learn about fine motor and visual-motor skills that support wri... Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Promoting Participation and Mental Health in Children and Youth: Every Moment Counts and ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act) Podcast
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September 21, 2022
Occupational therapy's role in mental health promotion, prevention, and intervention when working with all children and youth -those with and without disabilities and/or mental illness- in schools and... Read More
Continued Learning Podcast Early Intervention and School-Based Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Seating Assessment For Mobility Bases: An Introduction
September 14, 2022
Therapists are often key members of the wheelchair seating evaluation team. Seating assessment includes evaluation of current posture and equipment, a mat examination, and equipment recommendations. T... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility Wheelchair Seating and Positioning: Back to the Basics
Kids + Backpacks: How to Pick, Pack, and Position for Injury Prevention
August 30, 2022
The experts at OccupationalTherapy.com offer tips for safely wearing a backpack to prevent injury. Read More
Our Top Picks (and Yours!) for OT Blogs + Podcasts
August 23, 2022
The team at OccupationalTherapy.com has rounded up their favorite blogs and podcasts to stay apprised of the latest trends and current on the basics and best practices. Read More
Cerebral Palsy Review: Medical and Therapy Management
August 23, 2022
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in children, affecting 1-4 out of every 1,000 live births around the world. Evidence-based medical, surgical, and therapeutic interventions a... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Technologies For People With Intellectual Disabilities: Preparing For The ATP Exam
August 21, 2022
This course presents a variety of commercial and assistive cognitive technologies which can be used to remediate and accommodate intellectual disabilities. The information is designed to help prepare... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Cognition and Executive Function Professional Issues Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP)
Wheelchair Seating Interventions
August 15, 2022
Occupational and physical therapists are often key members of the wheelchair seating evaluation team. Seating interventions, including pressure management, seated angles, and strategies to address com... Read More
Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility Wheelchair Seating and Positioning: Back to the Basics
Occupational Therapy For Driving And Adaptive Equipment
August 11, 2022
The unique role of occupational therapy in driver rehabilitation as a complex IADL including common occupational therapy assessments related to driving and adaptive equipment options will be addressed... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Cerebral Palsy Review: Clinical Presentation, Evaluation, And Diagnosis
August 10, 2022
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in children, affecting 1-4 out of every 1,000 live births around the world. Information on etiology, early warning signs, evaluation, and dia... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics
Treating Sleep Deficits In Individuals With Neurological Impairment Utilizing Occupation-Based Sleep Interventions
August 8, 2022
The incidence of sleep deficits in the neurological population, as well as the secondary occupational deficits related to fatigue, will be discussed in this course. Occupation-based sleep assessment a... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Preventing Burnout With Self-Care
August 8, 2022
Telehealth was an emerging area of practice prior to the pandemic. And over the past two years, it has proven it is here to stay. There are many benefits. For example, telehealth increases access to s... Read More
Expanding Ergonomic Concepts Across Areas Of Occupation
August 3, 2022
Applying ergonomic concepts to areas of occupation outside of the domain of work will be reviewed in this course. Rest and sleep, IADLs, education, and leisure participation will also be explored in o... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Ergonomics and Industrial Rehabilitation Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
What’s Culture Got To Do With It? OT Practice With Pediatric Clients From Diverse Communities Podcast
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July 27, 2022
The meaning in occupational engagement is rooted in the client's cultural heritage. Occupational therapy practitioners must be aware of and sensitive to any client's culture, but it is especially impo... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Pediatrics Professional Issues Sociocultural, Diversity, and Lifestyle Choices
Occupational Therapy's Role In Opioid Recovery Podcast
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July 22, 2022
Opioid-use disorder is a national population health crisis affecting those of all ages. Understanding the demographic, socioeconomic, psychosocial, and substance use characteristics of different group... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pain
Self-Care Management and Professional Burnout Reduction Strategies
July 19, 2022
While improving and advocating for the emotional and physical wellbeing of patients, health care workers frequently neglect their own. This presentation will give specific symptoms to identify profess... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Professional Issues
Facilitating Client Emergency Preparedness
July 14, 2022
This course will offer options, materials, information, and education about how to facilitate emergency preparedness in clients and caregivers and how to potentially help keep clients safer. We will d... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities Professional Issues
Aging and Vision: The Occupational Therapy Role
July 13, 2022
Commonly encountered visual deficits in the geriatric population will be discussed including screening and intervention techniques within Occupational Therapy Practice Framework. Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities Vision
Screen Use in Children and Impact on Development: What Has Changed?
June 27, 2022
This course provides updated information about children and screens, explains the reasons for increased referrals, and shares practical strategies for minimizing negative consequences of screen use. Read More
Early Intervention and School-Based Pediatrics
Concussion And Pain: Exploring Treatment From An OT Perspective
June 27, 2022
The connection between concussions and pain, the types of pain most frequently seen in concussions, how the nervous system is involved, and best practices for occupational therapy treatment will be ex... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pain