Creative Therapeutic Play - Webinar
2025-12-05 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Phoenix)
Discover the transformative power of Creative Therapeutic Play! This engaging course explores how play can be a healing tool, helping individuals express emotions,build resilience, and foster growth. Through practical techniques and creative activities, you’ll learn to support emotional well-being in a fun and impactful way. Unlock the potential of play to make a meaningful difference!

Highlights

Learn practical techniques to enhance emotional expression through play
Discover how to create a supportive, engaging environment for clients
Use creative activities to promote healing and growth
Enhance your skills in integrating play into your therapeutic practice
Connect with others interested in innovative, playful approaches to therapy

# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & therapy strategies in pediatric feeding - Live Webinar
2025-12-07 06:00 - 2025-12-08 14:00
Pediatric feeding and swallowing problems that effect infants and children may be complex and often involve a combination of factors including issues that can make eating painful or difficult. In order to successfully remediate feeding problems, clinicians must understand how medical and nutritional issues can contribute to feeding disorders and use a comprehensive approach to intervention. The CAN-EAT Approach© is a 2-day workshop focusing on medical, nutritional, and therapeutic strategies for children with pediatric feeding disorders.

This course will allow participants to describe how pediatric feeding disorders are defined in the literature, what the contributing factors include, and how this relates to clinical practice. Identify primary gastrointestinal issues (gastroesophageal reflux, constipation, motility disorders, eosinophilic esophagitis, and visceral hyperalgesia) during a feeding evaluation and explain how these issues affect a child’s feeding skill development and ability to progress. Participants will analyze a child’s oral motor function and apply the knowledge in treatment making recommendations for appropriate diet, utensil use, and development of a therapy plan for skill development. Identify signs and symptoms of pharyngeal dysphagia or risk for pharyngeal dysphagia in a child and make appropriate recommendations for further assessment or treatment. Analyze moderate and complex pediatric feeding cases identifying barriers to feeding progression and apply principles to prioritize treatment strategies and write appropriate goals. Describe and apply examples of therapeutic techniques to reduce gagging, improve liquid and food acceptance, improve chewing skill, and wean from a feeding tube.

In the CAN-EAT Approach© “CAN” stands for comfort and nutrition which come first. Day one will focus on strategies to build GI comfort and good growth as well as explore other medical issues that interfere with feeding progression. Day two will focus on therapeutic strategies from a variety of philosophies. “EA” represents establishing acceptance of the spoon, easy textures or mealtime routine. Then “T” stands for therapy for skill development and feeding progression. Therapeutic strategies for common feeding problems will be explored in depth through lecture and video demonstration.

Information is applicable to infants and children from birth to 21 (class will discuss infants but is not focused on infant feeding issues)

Instructor: Krisi Brackett PhD, CCC-SLP, C/NDT

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Made Easy - Live Webinar
2025-12-09 08:00 - 16:00
Are your current techniques just not working?
You’ve experienced the frustration; you have a client who seems to just not break through. You’ve tried your best, but the outcome is the same: he or she progresses for a while, then regresses again.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is the popular transdiagnostic approach that you can integrate into your practice to achieve positive therapeutic outcomes with difficult-to-treat clients.
Join ACT expert and presenter Daniel J. Moran, as he delivers an exercise and intervention-heavy course that will give you the tools you need to more effectively treat clients with PTSD, anxiety, depression or personality disorders.
You’ll learn how ACT weaves mindfulness strategies with cognitive behavioral change strategies to revolutionize client outcomes, as well as discover a variety of ACT techniques for helping clients who are struggling to make difficult behavior changes due to the presence of painful thoughts, feelings and memories.
By shifting client focus to their own values, ACT sets clients up to embrace behavior change that is meaningful to them while simultaneously fostering skills that allow clients to more effectively handle impulsive actions based on current thoughts or emotions.
Sign up today, and Dr. Moran will guide you step-by-step through highly practical, evidence-based ACT skills that you can apply in your practice immediately!

More Than Mobility: OT-Led Wheelchair Selection To Support ADLs - Live Webinar
2025-12-11 12:00 - 13:00
This course explores how occupational therapy practitioners can enhance client independence in self-care through thoughtful wheelchair selection and justification. Participants will gain practical tools for evaluating self-care performance in seated mobility, learn how to advocate for the inclusion of OT in wheelchair evaluations, and build strong documentation to support insurance approval. Case studies will highlight how client-centered wheelchair features can dramatically increase functional outcomes and participation.
Learning Outcomes

After this course, participants will be able to explain the role of OT in wheelchair evaluations.

After this course, participants will be able to list considerations for ADL participation related to wheelchair recommendations.

After this course, participants will be able to describe strategies for evaluating self-care performance in seated mobility.

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Advanced Practices in Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Treatment Across the Lifespan - Live Webinar
2025-12-15 05:00 - 13:00
In a world where 1 in 36 school-age children in the U.S. is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and many adults are being diagnosed for the first time, understanding this multifaceted condition is not just crucial – it’s transformative.
But how do we move beyond outdated diagnostic processes and perceptions of treatment?
Join Celine Saulnier, PhD, a leading clinical psychologist, researcher, and author of the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition, for a groundbreaking training that demystifies the autism spectrum. This isn’t just about diagnosis; it’s about embracing the full spectrum of human potential.
In this training, you’ll discover how to:

Confidently utilize gold-standard diagnostic measures with clients of all ages, ensuring accurate and respectful assessments.
Identify and understand the intricate influences of age, language, cognition, gender, and cultural backgrounds on ASD to provide tailored support.
Address co-occurring conditions that often complicate the diagnostic process, ensuring clarity and compassion in care.
Select meaningful, evidence-based interventions that empower individuals with autism, rejecting punitive approaches in favor of fostering genuine growth and self-advocacy.

This training emphasizes compassionate, effective care, rooted in evidence-based strategies
You’ll leave with a toolkit that not only enhances your clinical practice but also supports individuals in the autism spectrum in a way that acknowledges and celebrates their unique strengths.
Register today!

Current Concepts in Rehabilitation: Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes - Live Webinar
2025-12-15 17:00 - 19:00
Course Description
Overuse injuries have become more prevalent in youth athletes who participate in field and endurance sports. Early intervention by the healthcare provider may prevent such injuries from occurring and/or progressing. This presentation will discuss the latest evidence on overuse injuries including prevention, injury recognition, and management.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

Recall common overuse injuries, causative factors, and physiological effects.
Recognize the clinical characteristics of common upper and lower body overuse injuries.
Recognize the latest research evidence on overuse injury prevention strategies for young athletes.
Recall the role of the healthcare professional and their scope of practice for prevention and identification of overuse injuries in young athletes.

"Break Through" Self-Regulation Interventions for Children and Adolescents with Autism, ADHD, Sensory or Emotional Challenges - Live Webinar
2025-12-17 06:00 - 14:00
Message from Your Presenter …
No one ever said that working with children with autism, ADHD or sensory disorders is easy. Theo will only eat white foods, tends to be buried in his own world and melts when he is transitioned too quickly. Steven, in 6th grade, has ADHD, poor organization skills and an attitude that is hard to break through. But, how do we help a child break through the self-regulation issues that limit their achievements?
I discovered this was a simple question with a complex answer. I set out to learn as much as I could about theories, techniques, and research that could help make the lives of these young people much more manageable and promising. I took intensive courses on multi-sensory approaches, sensory integration, self-regulation, yoga, autism, ADHD and became a certified autism specialist in 2018. I have extensive experience adapting these techniques to make them usable in a variety of settings while working closely with teachers, aides, child study professionals, and parents.
Join me as I guide you through a broad set of self-regulation interventions culled from my years of research and practice along with strategies for adapting them to your setting. You will leave my program with the essential skills, interventions and strategies to help children find harmony with themselves, their families, and the world around them!
You will learn:

The most effective calming, sensory, motor or behavioral techniques for a given type of behavior
Peer-to-peer video feedback as a social intervention for children and teens with ASD
Sleep interventions for children with erratic sleep schedules
Interventions for repetitive and restrictive behaviors for a child with stereotypy
Organization strategies for home and school for teenagers with ADHD
And more!

I look forward to seeing you there! Register today!

Children with Challenging Behaviors - Live Webinar
2025-12-17 16:00 - 18:00
Did you know that up to 10-15% of children exhibit significant behavioral challenges that impact their ability to succeed in educational and social environments? These behaviors, often stemming from emotional, developmental, or sensory needs, can be difficult to manage without the right tools. However, research shows that positive relationships, structured environments, and skill-building interventions can reduce these behaviors by up to 80%, leading to healthier, more adaptive outcomes for children. This course is designed to equip therapists with the knowledge and skills needed to address and transform challenging behaviors in children. Participants will explore the critical role that building connections, creating safe environments, and teaching new skills play in fostering positive behavioral change.
The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients ages birth-21 years old.
Highlights

Practical, easy-to-use tools for designing safe, structured environments where children feel secure
Effective strategies to foster meaningful connections with children who exhibit challenging behaviors

Feeding Interventions With Allergy Considerations - Live Webinar
2026-01-06 16:00 - 17:00
This course provides a unique look at the treatment area of feeding disorders, with a particular focus on consideration of allergies and their impact on children who may be labeled “picky eaters” or as having “sensory defensiveness.”
Learning Outcomes

After this course, participants will be able to recognize common signs that may indicate a student has allergies, even in the absence of related medical information or allergy testing.

After this course, participants will be able to identify foods that could be problematic for students with allergies due to higher mold content and/or histamine levels.

After this course, participants will be able to explain to a parent or teacher what types of foods would be a good starting point for systematic desensitization with a child, and when assessment evidence indicates allergies could be a concern.

BOOT Camp (Beating Obesity With Occupational Therapy): A Holistic Pediatric Program - Live Webinar
2026-01-08 12:00 - 13:00
The BOOT program is an evidence-based occupational therapy approach designed to address childhood obesity through play-based exercise, nutrition education, and parent coaching. Children participate in structured, one-on-one sessions that build strength, endurance, and confidence while learning healthy routines around food and activity. Parents are supported with practical tools to reinforce positive habits at home, helping families create sustainable lifestyle changes. This program empowers children to thrive in their daily activities—such as self-care, play, education, and social participation—while improving long-term physical and mental health outcomes.
Learning Outcomes

After this course, participants will be able to evaluate age-appropriate, play-based exercise strategies to improve strength, endurance, and motor coordination in children with obesity.

After this course, participants will be able to evaluate nutrition education techniques and routine-building strategies to support healthy eating habits and sustainable lifestyle changes.

After this course, participants will be able to design caregiver coaching plans that reinforce positive health behaviors and promote long-term progress in home and community settings.

Addressing Feeding Challenges in the Early Intervention Setting - Webinar
2026-01-13 15:00 - 18:15
Based on a recent national prevalence study, the prevalence of pediatric feeding disorders (PFD) In the United States is growing rapidly. Many families are faced with feeding and mealtime challenges multiple times per day and are looking for support to help their children. This course will provide key areas to address to support positive mealtime experiences through improving positive oral experiences which will support increased oral intake so that the children we serve are able to achieve their developmental milestones.OTs and SLPs working in the early intervention setting are often faced with supporting a variety of these challenges without having the support and education in place to feel confident and effective in their treatment.
This course will provide attendees a roadmap to addressing feeding challenges within the early intervention setting to support confidence and growth in their skills. Attendees will learn key components to assess and address as well as areas to consider providing further support in feeding skill development and successful positive mealtimes.These tools will be able to be implemented immediately and utilized in practice in the home and community environments.
The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients ages birth-3 years old.
Highlights

Immediately improve your confidence in assessing and addressing feeding challenges within the early intervention setting
Establish well rounded effective assessment and treatment strategies for addressing the feeding concerns from a whole child and whole family perspective
Integrate learning from this webinar into your therapy sessions tomorrow and feel confident in supporting children and their families

Using Mindfulness and Meditation to Improve Your Therapy Practice - Webinar
2026-01-14 14:00 - 16:00
Developing a positive mindset, practicing mindfulness, engaging in meditation, and using daily affirmations can profoundly benefit both you and your clients, mentally, emotionally, and physically. Research shows that these habits can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression; improve focus and attention; and boost emotional regulation. This course will describe the key elements for each practice, showing how to build these into your everyday practice, both at home and in the office. Strategies to reduce therapist burnout will also be discussed.
Highlights

Learn how a positive mindset, mindfulness, meditation, and daily affirmations can benefit you and your clients
Health benefits to practicing meditation and mindfulness
Reduce caregiver and therapist burnout

# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & therapy strategies in pediatric feeding Live Webinar
2026-01-16 06:00 - 2026-01-17 14:00

Upper Extremity Manual Therapy and Taping - Webinar
2026-01-20 16:00 - 18:00
The upper extremity is a complex joint in the body which lends it to many different types of injuries. When treating the upper extremity clinicians must choose between mobility, stability, and flexibility interventions. Even more important than choosing the right intervention for the shoulder, is then choosing a proper dose to make it effective.
This course will discuss evidence-based stages to manual therapies and taping for the upper extremity from the acute phase to returning to activities. Attendees will review the evidence behind the soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, taping, and more to best treat their patients. At the end of the course, attendees will have an effective, evidence-based, and efficient approach to treating the upper extremity.
Highlights

Immediately improve your upper extremity treatment skills to more effectively treat your patients
Review passive treatments for the shoulder and how to best utilize them in therapy sessions
Effective, evidence-based, and efficient progressions for all upper extremity patients

Integrating Blood Flow Restriction into Physical and Occupational Therapy - Webinar
2026-01-21 16:00 - 18:00
Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training has emerged as a powerful rehabilitation tool, allowing clinicians to achieve significant strength and hypertrophy gains with low-load exercise, ideal for patients who cannot tolerate heavy resistance. This evidence-based course will guide physical and occupational therapists through the science, safety, and clinical application of BFR, drawing exclusively from recent systematic reviews and meta-analyses published within the last three years.
Participants will explore the physiological mechanisms behind BFR, examine its effectiveness across a variety of musculoskeletal and medical conditions, and learn practical considerations for integrating it into treatment plans. Emphasis will be placed on protocols, cuff pressures, safety screening, and patient selection to ensure optimal outcomes.
By the end of this course, attendees will have the knowledge and confidence to incorporate BFR into their clinical practice, backed by the highest level of current research evidence.
Highlights

Learn from the latest systematic reviews and meta- analyses ensuring your clinical decisions are guided by the strongest available research
Discover how to use blood flow restriction (BFR) to achieve strength, hypertrophy, and functional improvements in patients who cannot tolerate heavy exercise
Apply BFR protocols to accelerate recovery, reduce pain, and improve function across a wide range of conditions- orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex
Understand contraindications, safety parameters, and monitoring strategies to use BFR responsibly with diverse populations

Children with ADHD and Self-Regulation Challenges - Webinar
2026-01-29 06:00 - 13:00
Understanding the mind-body connection and the relationship between learning and movement is crucial for improving a child’s school performance and functional abilities. Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD), self-regulation, sensory processing, and stress- related disorders face even greater challenges. A clear understanding of the specific brain differences with these disorders and their implications is essential for successful interventions.
This course will teach participants to improve brain function as it relates to learning in children with sensory challenges. Drawing upon the most up to date brain research, this workshop will provide a thorough understanding of the brain’s impact on a child’s success. Participants will learn the significance of the mind-body connection, and how to set up brain neuro chemistry for the most effective learning and best performance. Participants will leave this workshop with strategies that can be implemented immediately in the classroom and therapy settings.
The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients ages 0-18 years old
Highlights

Over 50 activities and movement breaks that improve self-regulation and behavior
Effective therapeutic interventions for ADHD and sensory processing challenges
Utilize play-based strategies, movement, and breath to improve success in school, home, and therapy settings
Strengthen mind-body connections for better self-awareness and behavior
Therapeutic activities to cultivate social skills

The Autistic Brain - Webinar
2026-02-04 15:00 - 18:15
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro development disorder that begins prenatally. ASD affects social communication, sensory processing, aspects of executive functioning and often motor skills. Over the past two decades, the prevalence of this disorder has progressively increased. The scientific community has been looking for biological markers for the earlier identification of ASD. Current research of the structural and functional differences between the autistic and neuro typical brain will be discussed in this course as several key differences have been identified.These differences affect many aspects of life and learning for an individual with autism.
With a better understanding of these key differences, clinicians can develop treatment plans that are more effective. This workshop will provide you with strategies that can be used immediately in the school or clinic setting.
The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients ages 18 months-21 years old.
Highlights

Further develop your knowledge of the autistic brain
Integrate learning of the current research on brain differences in the autistic individual into all aspects of your treatment sessions
Effective, evidence-based strategies and interventions for the autistic child

#7309 Therapeutic Intervention for Children with Severe Involvement … Care for medically complex diagnosed patients - Live Webinar
2026-02-05 07:00 - 11:30
Designing, implementing, and measuring success of therapy sessions for children with severe involvement and/or medically complex diagnoses can be challenging.
This webinar will provide you with the tools to create playful treatment sessions that are focused on a measurable functional outcome referencing current concepts of motor learning,
motor control, neuroplasticity and the NDTA™ Contemporary Practice of NDT. Case studies and video analysis with guided discussion will provide an opportunity for fine tuning
assessment skills, prioritizing identified impairments, developing goal attainment scale (GAS) goals, and formulating intervention strategies for improved patient performance of
functional activities and activities of daily living (ADL’s). Appropriate adjuncts to traditional therapy for the child with severe involvement and/or medically complex diagnosis
will be discussed.

Constipation Management in The Pediatric Population - Webinar
2026-02-07 07:00 - 09:00
Constipation affects 9-10% of the pediatric population worldwide, influencing many aspects of the lives of the children who have it. It is necessary clinicians understand the pathophysiology behind constipation and the potential impact it may have on a pediatric patient’s rehabilitation. This course will give the participant an opportunity to understand the role constipation plays in pediatric therapy and how to screen for it during the evaluation. This course will also offer different treatment strategies to be implemented into the learner’s clinical presentation.
The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients ages birth-18 years old.
Highlights

Advance your knowledge of pediatric constipation and the effects of constipation on a pediatric patient’s clinical presentation
Integrate different treatment techniques into your clinical practice of pediatric patients with constipation

#7306 Pediatric Brain Part 1: Neurobiology of the Sensory-Motor Systems and their Application to Treatment. - Live Webinar
2026-02-19 08:00 - 10:00
This course will teach clinicians about the neurobiology of the different regions of the brain and how the function/dysfunction within each region applies to the evaluation of, and creative treatment planning for your pediatric client. Therapists will learn the role neurotransmitters play in regulation, attention, play, and function. They will receive a thorough review of the developing brain in utero, and the function of the sub-cortical (brain stem, cerebellum, basal ganglia, and thalamus) and cortical (cerebral cortex including insula) areas of the brain. Treatment activities are discussed to strengthen the individual regions within the brain and support a whole-brain connection to the body for improved body awareness and sensory-motor development. Many ideas for play-based activities are provided to add to the therapist’s toolbox. When we understand how the brain works, we can determine why behaviors and deficits exist, and ultimately create endless treatment activities to support our pediatric client.

This course has been modified from the original 14-hour Pediatric Brain Course taught for the past 15 years. It can be viewed individually and will also work well as a series with Parts 2 and 3, as well as in conjunction with the Primitive Reflex Integration Course. Course instruction methods include lecture, demonstration, videos, case studies and question/answers. (Intermediate Level)

Kinesiology Taping Certification for Pediatrics - Webinar
2026-02-20 07:00 - 14:00
Kinesiology tape has been utilized since the 1970s as a technique for healing the interconnected body. While often thought of as a treatment for athletes, kinesiology taping is very versatile for many patient populations. The pediatric neuromuscular system benefits from early and continuous input for postural development and motor learning. Therapeutic taping provides an additional modality for optimal results across all pediatric patients.
This hands-on and interactive workshop will empower participants to integrate kinesiology tape into their pediatric practice. Through several lab practices and discussions participants will learn to safely and effectively apply therapeutic tape to multiple areas of the body and improve outcomes in various pediatric conditions. Participants will leave with effective evidence-based kinesiology taping strategies to integrate into their toolbox the next day to improve therapeutic outcomes.
Highlights

Apply and modify evidence-based taping techniques for infants and children with diagnoses including torticollis, cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injury, hypotonia, handwriting deficits, and more
Become certified in pediatric kinesiology taping and applications
Expand your kinesiology taping applications to effectively treat issues outside of musculoskeletal dysfunction – articulation, feeding, respiration, constipation, grasp, handwriting, mobility, gait, and balance
Immediately improve children’s posture, gross and fine motor skills, and decrease pain and scarring
Hands-on labs to practice and review taping principles which you can safely and effectively use the next day

#7327 Hip Dysplasia in the Pediatric Population - Live Webinar
2026-03-11 05:00 - 07:00
Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) affects approximately one in 1,000 infants. Delayed or improper treatment can have long-term implications , affecting function and mobility. Children with neuromotor impairments are at risk for acquired dysplasia of the hip secondary to tone, stiffness, decreased mobility and weakness.

This webinar includes information on the etiology, assessment and interventions for children with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), as well as hip dysplasia secondary to neuromotor impairments-acquired hip dysplasia (AHD). Developmental biomechanics of the hip and clinical presentation will be reviewed. Surgical and nonsurgical interventions including orthotic interventions to optimize hip alignment and function will be included. Course instruction methods include lecture, demonstration, and question/answers. (Intermediate Level)

Intensive Therapy Model for Pediatrics - Webinar
2026-03-14 07:00 - 09:00
A quick internet search of “Intensive PT” will yield a plethora of options with a wide range of clinics from private in-home sessions to hospital-based outpatient settings. Clinicians involved with pediatric rehabilitation will likely be asked if it is a worthwhile investment of time and travel for families to pursue with their children. Knowing the most current evidence will help support evidence-based practice decisions and recommendations in these emerging areas. Traditional intensive models often incorporate alternative interventions such as the Therasuit, and emerging models of intensive therapy include school-based, clinic-based, cash- based, constraint-induced, Dynamic Movement Intervention, and in-home private intensives amongst other models. This webinar will review the historical use of intensive physical and occupational therapy, as well as the emerging trends and the rise of social media for marketing services. A variety of case studies will be used to demonstrate the effectiveness of intensive physical therapy and the most current evidence will be presented to help in decision making.
The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients birth-22 years old
Highlights

Application of intensive physical therapy during pivot and transition points in development
Discussion and case studies on family resources, insurance coverage, and accessibility

#7307 Pediatric Brain Part 2: Neurobiology of Emotional Regulation and its Application to Treatment - Live Webinar
2026-03-19 08:00 - 10:00

Assessment and Treatment of Sport-Related Concussion - Webinar
2026-03-31 14:00 - 16:00
Too often, a patient is seen after sustaining a concussion and given little to no guidance regarding how to effectively and safely return to school and sport without excessive symptom provocation. These patients frequently show symptoms well beyond the typical timeline, as they have missed out on proper rehabilitation opportunities and potentially have developed secondary signs and symptoms related to prolonged removal from school and sport, such as psycho social dysfunction and de-conditioning. Rehabilitative clinicians now are involved with care of these patients from diagnosis to full recovery.
This course will briefly address the multi-system involvement, not limited to oculomotor, vestibular, orthopaedic and cardiovascular, in the assessment and rehabilitation of the concussed athlete. The complexity of how each of these systems contributes to impairments and functional limitations will be reviewed. The most up to date research on evidence-based assessment tools will be presented as well as best practice tools for rehabilitation. This course will arm the clinician with tips to minimize symptoms in each domain to allow the student to return to school related activities earlier and minimize days lost from school. Additionally, the clinician will examine the importance of instructing a step-wise progression of exercises from each individual system involved, to functional progressions of exercises, to eventual sport specific and non-contact sport related skills. After completion of this course, the rehabilitative clinician will be an integral part of the medical management team for those who have sustained a concussion/TBI.
Highlights

Improve your ability to identify red and yellow flags of concussion and when an athlete should be immediately removed from play.
Identify various system contributions to symptoms that may limit participation in sport-related activities or ultimately hinder return to play
Learn evidence-based exercise prescriptions and evidence-informed return to sport protocols that are safe, effective, and efficient at returning the athlete safely back to sport.

#7308 The Pediatric Brain Part 3: The Neurobiology of the Visual-Vestibular Systems - Live Webinar
2026-04-16 09:00 - 11:00
When we think about the vestibular and visual systems, we may think simply about balance and coordination, and having good eyesight. However, both systems are far more complex and the inter-relationship between the visual-vestibular systems can have a huge impact on your pediatric client’s motor development, emotional regulation, learning, and skill acquisition. The visual system has an enormous impact on the precise functioning of the vestibular system and dysfunction can result in poor performance across all areas of a child’s function. In this class, you will learn about the neurobiology of both the visual and vestibular systems and their correlation to a child’s daily occupations. You will learn to effectively assess each system and how to engage in a variety of therapeutic play activities to strengthen their visual-vestibular integration and performance.
This course has been modified from the original 14-hour Pediatric Brain Course taught for the past 15 years. It can be viewed individually and will also work well as a series with Parts 1 and 2, as well as in conjunction with the Primitive Reflex Integration Course.. Course instruction methods include lecture, demonstration, videos, case studies and question/answers. (Intermediate Level)

#7326 The Pediatric Brain Part 4: Primitive Reflex Integration - Live Webinar
2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00
Primitive reflexes are assessed when a child is born to ensure they are present. Yet, they are then often dismissed, underestimating the role they play in the continued development and success of the child. However, many children continue to have retained primitive reflexes which interfere with various aspects of their development. The term Primitive Reflex Integration is being used in a variety of fields with various approaches to treatment. These approaches often present the treatment of each primitive reflex as individual movement patterns separate from each other. This course provides therapists with a roadmap to evaluating and treating 8-11 primitive reflexes, with the understanding that they are linked and build upon each other. It utilizes a functional and play-based approach to allow physical and occupational therapists to integrate this new knowledge immediately into their practice.

Instructor: Janine Wiskind, MS, OTR/L

#7337 Introduction to Sign Language for Healthcare Professionals – 3 Part Series ...Successfully Using Sign Language with Children Who Have Special Needs - Live Webinar
2026-07-15 09:00 - 11:00
This is a fun, interactive workshop intended to help healthcare professionals be better able to communicate with their patients who use signs and also prepare them to introduce
new signs to children. It covers 120+ single ASL signs, the manual alphabet, and numbers 1-20. Participants will learn and practice the signs and learn tips to help them
effectively use signs in their practice. Participants will learn how sign language encourages speech and language development, enhances overall communication and can reduce
frustration for children who are not yet able to effectively communicate using speech. The information presented is based in research and backed by the instructor’s 30 years of
experience. (Introductory Level)

Next Year:
#7337 on Wednesday, July 15, 22, 29, of 2026 for (11 AM – 1:00 PM EST)

#7337 Introduction to Sign Language for Healthcare Professionals – 3 Part Series ...Successfully Using Sign Language with Children Who Have Special Needs - Live Webinar
2026-11-05 17:00 - 19:00
This is a fun, interactive workshop intended to help healthcare professionals be better able to communicate with their patients who use signs and also prepare them to introduce new signs to children. It covers 120+ single ASL signs, the manual alphabet, and numbers 1-20. Participants will learn and practice the signs and learn tips to help them effectively use signs in their practice. Participants will learn how sign language encourages speech and language development, enhances overall communication and can reduce frustration for children who are not yet able to effectively communicate using speech. The information presented is based in research and backed by the instructor’s 30 years of experience. (Introductory Level)
#7337 on Thursday, November 5, 12, 19 2026 from (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM ET)
Instructor: Jill Eversmann, MS, CCC-SLP
