Upcoming Community Workshops and Events
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Upcoming Events
# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & therapy strategies in pediatric feeding
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Location: Webinar
This is a: Webinar
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# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & therapy strategies in pediatric feeding
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Date
July 19, 2024 - July 20, 2024
Description
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)
Location: Webinar
This event is a: Webinar
Contact Name: Scott Boston
Contact Phone: 800-791-0262 ext 1
Presenters: KRISTEN BRACKETT, MS, SLP/CCC
# of CEU Credits: 14
PEDIATRIC SWALLOWING AND FEEDING: The Essentials
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Raleigh, NC
This is a: Workshop
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PEDIATRIC SWALLOWING AND FEEDING: The Essentials
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
August 9, 2024 - August 10, 2024
Description
Comprehensive 2-days covering assessment and treatment of swallowing/oral-motor/feeding from a problem-solving perspective. Neonates through school age. Current approaches, case studies. Videos to enhance learning. Essential skills for pediatric practice and problem-solving complex cases. Perfect for adult therapists moving to pediatrics. Multiple learning levels for both highly experienced therapists and new grads! This will change your practice.
Location: Raleigh, NC
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S Theresa Gager MS/CCC-SLP
# of CEU Credits: 13 contact hours, 1.3 ASHA CEUs
PEDIATRIC VIDEOFLUOROSCOPIC SWALLOW STUDIES: SWALLOW STUDIES: From Physiology to Analysis
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Raleigh, NC
This is a: Workshop
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PEDIATRIC VIDEOFLUOROSCOPIC SWALLOW STUDIES: SWALLOW STUDIES: From Physiology to Analysis
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
August 11, 2024 - August 11, 2024
Description
Evolution of swallowing physiology from infancy forward. Critical information for conducting and interpreting pediatric swallow studies and problem-solving at each juncture. Learn how to look beyond aspiration and appreciate the entire swallow pathway and its potential for compensations and maladaptations in relation to co-morbidities. Procedures in preparation for and during the study that are most common across the US. Recommendations and optional treatment modalities specific to pediatrics will be highlighted. A pediatric history and report format provided to enhance learning. Videos of normal swallowing and typical radiographic swallowing problems will be shown. Case scenarios, and real-life examples discussed. Leave with a new appreciation for the essential current perspectives and the importance of problem-solving each infant/child and his unique presentation. Learn strategies to enhance MD understanding, buy-in and support from a clinician “in the trenches”. Looking at the evidence-base, the big picture for that infant/child, and use of critical reflective thinking, not a cookbook approach.
Location: Raleigh, NC
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S
# of CEU Credits: 6.5 contact hours, 0.65 ASHA CEUs
ADVANCED INFANT/PEDIATRIC DYSPHAGIA: Problem-Solving Complex Patients and Practice Challenges
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Raleigh, NC
This is a: Workshop
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ADVANCED INFANT/PEDIATRIC DYSPHAGIA: Problem-Solving Complex Patients and Practice Challenges
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
August 12, 2024 - August 13, 2024
Description
Two days of learning along with a master clinician. This timely interactive seminar will bring you essential information to enhance your effectiveness as a specialist in pediatric swallowing and feeding and a sought-after member of your team. Correlating clinical data, co-morbidities (airway/GI/nutrition/neurologic/oral motor/sensory), and the infant/child’s behaviors is at the heart of completing a good differential. Apply critical problem-solving skills to complex diagnoses and their interaction, for NICU infants through school-aged children. Explore hot topics in dysphagia (e.g., thickening, NMES, swallow studies, tongue tie) practice issues, therapist-physician relationships. Discuss your challenging patients. Perfect for both the novice to take it all in, and for the experienced clinician searching for an advanced level of problem-solving for complex cases and professional issues.
Location: Raleigh, NC
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S
# of CEU Credits: 13 contact hours, 1.3 ASHA CEUs
# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & therapy strategies in pediatric feeding
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Location: Webinar
This is a: Webinar
More info »
# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & therapy strategies in pediatric feeding
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Date
September 6, 2024 - September 7, 2024
Description
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)
Location: Webinar
This event is a: Webinar
Contact Name: Scott Boston
Contact Phone: 800-791-0262 ext 1
Presenters: KRISTEN BRACKETT, MS, SLP/CCC
# of CEU Credits: 14
TOTS Training®
Presented by Chrysalis Orofacial
Location: Online
This is a: Workshop
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TOTS Training®
Presented by Chrysalis Orofacial
Date
September 12, 2024 - September 13, 2024
Description
Location: Online
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Dr. Zachary Henning
Contact Phone: 864-383-8634
Presenters: Autumn Henning, MS, CCC-SLP, IBCLC, COM®
# of CEU Credits: 1.4 ASHA CEUs
#7316-1 Why, What, and How to feed Picky Eaters, a professional approach.
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Location: Webinar
This is a: Webinar
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#7316-1 Why, What, and How to feed Picky Eaters, a professional approach.
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Date
September 20, 2024 - September 20, 2024
Description
The purpose of this course is to provide detailed information of why and what you should feed a child from a nutritional standpoint to support gut and brain health, and the how to, for providing professional intervention to improve tolerance, acceptance, and increase food consumption. Feeding therapists will be instructed on how to discuss these elements within their scope of practice and utilize intervention to create a feeding program utilizing best practice and evidence-based research. Instructional Level: Intermediate
Location: Webinar
This event is a: Webinar
Contact Name: Scott Boston
Contact Phone: 800-791-0262 ext 1
Presenters: Samantha Heidenreich, OTD, OTR/L, OMT
# of CEU Credits: 3
#7316-2 Why, What, and How to feed Picky Eaters, a professional approach.
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Location: Webinar
This is a: Webinar
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#7316-2 Why, What, and How to feed Picky Eaters, a professional approach.
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Date
September 20, 2024 - September 20, 2024
Description
The purpose of this course is to provide case study references and examples of intervention to support the knowledge learned in part 1 of this series. Case studies will be presented throughout lecture, pictures, and videos for different ages and populations impacted by picky eating and the presenter will discuss assessment and intervention while showing visuals of the actual treatment. Course instruction methods include lecture, demonstration, case studies, question/answers.
Location: Webinar
This event is a: Webinar
Contact Name: Scott Boston
Contact Phone: 800-791-0262 ext 1
Presenters: Samantha Heidenreich, OTD, OTR/L, OMT
# of CEU Credits: 3
PEDIATRIC SWALLOWING AND FEEDING: The Essentials
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Morristown, NJ
This is a: Workshop
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PEDIATRIC SWALLOWING AND FEEDING: The Essentials
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
September 20, 2024 - September 21, 2024
Description
Comprehensive 2-days covering assessment and treatment of swallowing/oral-motor/feeding from a problem-solving perspective. Neonates through school age. Current approaches, case studies. Videos to enhance learning. Essential skills for pediatric practice and problem-solving complex cases. Perfect for adult therapists moving to pediatrics. Multiple learning levels for both highly experienced therapists and new grads! This will change your practice.
Location: Morristown, NJ
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S Theresa Gager MS/CCC-SLP
# of CEU Credits: 13 contact hours, 1.3 ASHA CEUs
PEDIATRIC VIDEOFLUOROSCOPIC SWALLOW STUDIES: SWALLOW STUDIES: From Physiology to Analysis
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Morristown, NJ
This is a: Workshop
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PEDIATRIC VIDEOFLUOROSCOPIC SWALLOW STUDIES: SWALLOW STUDIES: From Physiology to Analysis
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
September 22, 2024 - September 22, 2024
Description
Evolution of swallowing physiology from infancy forward. Critical information for conducting and interpreting pediatric swallow studies and problem-solving at each juncture. Learn how to look beyond aspiration and appreciate the entire swallow pathway and its potential for compensations and maladaptations in relation to co-morbidities. Procedures in preparation for and during the study that are most common across the US. Recommendations and optional treatment modalities specific to pediatrics will be highlighted. A pediatric history and report format provided to enhance learning. Videos of normal swallowing and typical radiographic swallowing problems will be shown. Case scenarios, and real-life examples discussed. Leave with a new appreciation for the essential current perspectives and the importance of problem-solving each infant/child and his unique presentation. Learn strategies to enhance MD understanding, buy-in and support from a clinician “in the trenches”. Looking at the evidence-base, the big picture for that infant/child, and use of critical reflective thinking, not a cookbook approach.
Location: Morristown, NJ
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker, MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S
# of CEU Credits: 6.5 contact hours, 0.65 ASHA CEUs