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ADVANCE for Occupational Therapy Practitioners: Calendar of Events
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Saginaw Valley State University |
2/11/2012 to 2/12/2012
2/18/2012 to 2/19/2012
2/18/2012 to 2/19/2012
3/3/2012 to 3/4/2012
3/10/2012 to 3/11/2012
3/10/2012 to 3/11/2012
4/7/2012 to 4/8/2012
6/9/2012 to 6/10/2012
9/15/2012 to 9/16/2012 |
Atlanta, Georgia
Baltimore, Maryland
Elmire, New York
Nashville, Tennessee
Houston, Texas
San Diego, California
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Charlotte, North Carolina
San Francisco, California |
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 Physical Agent Modality
Credentialing Course
for the Occupational
Therapy Practitioner
Atlanta, GA ............................... February 11-12
Elmira, NY ................................ February 18-19
Baltimore, MD .......................... February 18-19
Nashville, TN ....................................March 3-4
Houston, TX .................................March 10-11
San Diego, CA ..............................March 10-11
Pittsburgh, PA .....................................April 7-8
Charlotte, NC ................................... June 9-10
San Francisco, CA .................September 15-16
Check our website for 2012 workshop dates and locations
The original Physical Agent Modalities Credentialing Course, worth 45 CE contact hours. It provides essential education and training needed for state certification and includes didactic online courses, hands-on
2 day workshop, and monitoring supervised clinical hours. Graduates earn the CPAM® designation. PAMPCA is an approved provider of CE by the AOTA, Inc. Fee $550 (three or more from same company: $495 each).
Visit www.pampca.org or
www.svsu.edu/ocepd
for more information, schedule of upcoming
workshops, and online registration.
Workshop hosting discounts are available.
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Starting and Running a Pediatric Therapy Practice |
2/11/2012 to 2/12/2012
3/10/2012 to 3/11/2012
4/7/2012 to 4/8/2012 |
Houston, Texas
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Newark, New Jersey |
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This seminar presented by entrepreneur Vincent Mullins, MOT, OTR, will provide clear steps to open and run a pediatric OT/PT/ST private practice. All aspects of start-up and growth of the practice will be presented through personal experience and years of research and development. Both therapy and business portions will be discussed. 11 CE hours. Live video available for those unable to attend. Contact: 940-300-2299; or www.THERAPYSEMINARSLLC.COM to register online.
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When Development Stalls, Does the Intervention Fit? |
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2/12/2012 |
Spring Valley, New York |
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Presented by Serena Wieder, PhD, clinical director of the Profectum Foundation. Using the Relationship Based Model (DIR) this conference will focus on assessing hurdles in development and gaps in foundational capacities, identifying behaviors related to anxiety and visual spatial challenges, focusing on the comprehension wall behind the words as well as activating development through affect. Participants will also learn to recognize how symbols reflect emotional development and how to prioritize goals and integrate related intervention approaches. Participants will receive .65 ASHA CEUs and OTs and PTs will receive .6 CEUs. Location: HASC, 40 Grandview Avenue, Spring Valley, NY 10977. Contact: Esther, 718-696-5901 for registration; or e-mail: hascconference@hasc.net
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Therapeutic Listening(R) Practical Integration |
2/12/2012
2/23/2012
3/3/2012 |
New York, New York
Sherwood, Arkansas
Carmel, Indiana |
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This workshop will focus on the clinical application of Therapeutic Listening®, an evidence-based protocol that combines a sound-based intervention with sensory integrative activities. Through multiple case studies, you will learn to use Therapeutic Listening® modulated music to create individualized programs. Prior to workshop, participants will complete online training, including video and audio lectures. This workshop will be particularly significant for practitioners who have a background in sensory integration in schools, hospitals, and private clinics. Also recommended as a practical review for previously trained therapists. Earn 1.0 AOTA CEUs. Contact: Vital Links, 608-270-5424; or www.VitalLinks.net
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Intro to NDT Part I Getting UE Results Faster Part II |
2/16/2012 to 2/19/2012
3/1/2012 to 3/4/2012
3/15/2012 to 3/18/2012 |
Durham, North Carolina
Bronx, New York
San Antonio, Texas |
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Achieve functional outcomes for adults with hemiplegia. Content includes the principles of NDT, facilitation of sit to stand, use of the LE in functional activities, transfers, UE weight-bearing, remediation of pain and subluxation of the hemiplegic shoulder. Bed mobility will be demonstrated. Treatment ideas & a framework to document goals based on functional outcomes using NDT will be provided. Get to results faster when treating the hemiplegic UE. Increased clinical reasoning will enable you to know what to expect & what to predict. You will be able to assess the cause of the problem & have more immediate influence. With "hands-on" you will learn how to facilitate increased functional reach of the UE. You will know why your patient has pain of the UE and you will know how to resolve it. How to increase ROM of the scapula & wrist to allow for pain free weight-bearing will be practiced. Concepts for use of a self-exercise program & use of orthotics will be discussed. Additional treatment ideas for the UE & more examples of documentation will be provided. Both parts include videotapes, "hands-on" experience & live patient demonstrations. Audience: OTs, COTAs, PTs, PTAs. Contact hours: 30. Cathy Runyan, OTR, Active NDTA, Inc. Certified Instructor. Contact: Recovering Function, 408-268-3691; or www.RecoveringFunction.com for a complete brochure of introductory, advanced, and certification courses as well as information about additional course dates/locations, group rates, & free registrations when hosting courses at your facility.
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Building Blocks for Sensory Integration |
2/17/2012 to 2/18/2012
3/16/2012 to 3/17/2012 |
Cos Cob, Connecticut
Jenison, Michigan |
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Develop an understanding of the links between sensory integration and the basic primary movement patterns that provide the foundation for sensory modulation & integration. We'll explore the development of posture, from the primitive postural reflexes to mature postural patterns, and its impact on sensory processing across all sensory systems including vision and audition. Leave with a systematic way to assess, document, and treat movement challenges that arise from lack of effective sensory motor integration. Taught by Sheila Frick, OTR. Earn 1.3 AOTA CEUs. Contact: Vital Links, 608-270-5424; or www.VitalLinks.net
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The Frail Elderly: Realistic Strategies to Improve Function |
2/17/2012 to 2/18/2012
3/30/2012 to 3/31/2012
5/4/2012 to 5/5/2012 |
Seattle, Washington
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Baltimore, Maryland |
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This course will examine the frailest of frail elderly. Recent research in strength and flexibility training using hands-on and video-guided exercise protocols and complimentary therapies will be presented. All care settings will be discussed from acute care, sub-acute, nursing home, outpatient, assisted living, home, senior and community centers, to fitness facilities. Critical pathways are presented and include reimbursement issues and current legislative initiatives involving health maintenance and promotion. Instructor: Jennifer Bottomley. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 508-359-6533; 800-487-6530 (outside MA); www.educationresourcesinc.com
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Brachial Plexus Injuries Treatment: Infant thru Teen |
2/17/2012 to 2/18/2012
3/30/2012 to 3/31/2012
6/15/2012 to 6/16/2012 |
Burlington, North Carolina
Houston, Texas
Wilkes-Barre Twp, Pennsylvania |
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Do you assess and treat pediatric patients with Obstetrical Brachial Plexus Injuries? This workshop will provide you with the comprehensive knowledge you need to be able to confidently perform comprehensive examinations, develop attainable goals and choose the most effective therapeutic strategies and make surgical referrals for each stage of recovery throughout infancy, childhood, and teen years. Instructor: Cindy Servello & Pia Stampe. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 800-487-6530; 508-359-6533; www.educationresourcesinc.com
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Low Vision Rehab: Treatment of the Older Adult w/ Vision Loss |
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2/18/2012 to 2/19/2012 |
St. Louis, Missouri |
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Faculty: Mary Warren, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, FAOTA. Practical workshop teaches participants how to evaluate and develop interventions for adults with vision loss from age-related eye diseases. Developing low vision programs, and documentation for insurance reimbursement included. Appropriate for all OT/OTAs working with older adults. Contact: 888-752-4364; 205-823-6657; www.visabilities.com
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R2K 2012: Early Development, SI and Movement |
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2/24/2012 to 2/25/2012 |
Torrance, California |
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Pediatric Therapy Network's thirteenth annual research symposium is devoted to research on postural control, motor learning, motor planning and early sensory and motor indicators of autism and DCD. 12 contact hours or 1.2 CEUs through AOTA, 1.175 CEUs through CPTA. PRE-CONFERENCE INSTITUTES: I. Feb. 22-23 - Measuring the Fidelity of Ayres Sensory Integration(R) Intervention; Presenters: Diane Parham, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA & Zoe Mailloux, MA, OTR/L, FAOTA. II. Feb. 22-23 - Applying Ayres Sensory Integration(R) in School-Based Practice; Presenters: Lisa Test, OTD, OTR/L, Sarah Field, MA, OTR/L & Anahita Daruwalla, MA, OTR/L. Contact Hours - 9(.9 CEUs). Contact: www.PediatricTherapyNetwork.org for further information and to register.
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