Past WebinarsThe links below are for individual webinars. In most cases, they are 1 hour long, and provide 1 CEU for participating. When you click the link, you'll be asked to register for the webinar. Then, a link to the webinar will arrive in your email inbox. This same email will contain your certificate, to show the CEU(s) earned for participating. Webinars are a member benefit. Questions? Contact the WOTA office at [email protected] or 608-819-2327.Fostering Resiliency and Mindfulness: Led by Veronica Flower Description: In this webinar we will explore the trait characteristics of resilient or "hardy" persons along with the fostering of these qualities through the use of mindfulness practices. Learning Objectives:
Part 2: New AOTA Fieldwork Evaluation Form How Islands of Brilliance uses interests to drive outcomes and engagement in a community practice setting, led by Amy Mason and Margaret Fairbanks Course Description: The under/unemployment rate for those with autism is over 80%! In this webinar you will hear about a non-profit in Milwaukee that leverages strengths and interests for youth and young adults with autism to drive outcomes related to the development of social emotional learning and self-determination skills. You will also hear how occupational therapy has contributed to the development of programming at Islands of Brilliance. Using an occupation-based approach combined with coaching techniques and a learning model built on empowerment, Islands of Brilliance connects with students online in art and design workshops. Hear about our student successes and learn about strategies that you can employ in your own occupational therapy practice.
Spotlighting Leadership Roles of OTAs in Emerging and Traditional Practice, led by Veronica Flower and Panelists In this WOTA Webinar you will hear from Wayne Winistorfer who served on the Commision on Practice work group to explore the roles and responsibilities of OTAs and to make recommendations for the future opportunities for OTAs in Emerging Practice settings. You will also have the opportunity to hear the stories of 3 COTAs and their journey from the academic world of FVTC's OTA Program to leadership positions that embody their passions for OT Practice!
Sleep: The Undertreated ADL in Aging Adults The Collaborative AT and AAC Evaluation and Intervention Process for the OT/SLP Team Learning Objectives: An Occupational Therapist's Guide to Fall Prevention How to Start a Journal Club Led by Dr. April Doebert-Fischer and Dr. Nicole Boyington A Positive Alternative to Handwriting Instruction Objectives: Specialty Groups Panel: How COVID-19 is Shaping Occupational Therapy Navigating Teletherapy During COVID-19 Executive FUNction Skills in Pediatric Practice: Putting the Fun in Function Led by Mikayla Freidel and Dawn Hergenrother Do you work with children or young adults with ADHD or ASD? Do you know a child who has been labeled as lazy or inflexible? Often when children lack executive functioning skills they are misconstrued as lazy or inflexible. Are you interested in learning ways to help a child achieve his or her full potential? Attend this workshop and gain insight to current assessments for identifying executive functioning challenges, teaching strategies and environmental modifications. The Happ:y Mat, helping kids find balance and play Led by Paul Mross Pediatric occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need to gain independence by strengthening fine, sensory and visual motor skills. There are about 31,000 occupational therapists who specialize in working with the pediatric community. The relationship that a therapist and their clients has is rooted in communication. Complex concepts presented by an occupational therapist are often hard to understand, especially for kids. This webinar will explore creative ways to address some of these basic communication challenges, potentially increase adherence to a home program and explore additional ways to simplify assessments. Advocating Well for OT OT Interventions for Clients with Addiction Challenges Direct Access for Occupational Therapists: 2019 PDPM Updated Rules and Regulations Is a Clinical Doctorate right for you? Breaking Ground Work for Level 1 Students Legislation 101 with WOTA Lobbyist Bob Welch The new SNF Payment model is here: A Review of the PDPM and implications for OT services Fishing Has No Boundaries: Care and Share the Benefits of Fishing Integrative Yoga as Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy and School Mental Health Services: Providing Services as SISP’s under ESSA Clinical Instructor Workshop for Developing a Successful Toolkit |
