This course addresses critical areas of occupational therapy practice, particularly in pediatric therapy, by focusing on sensory integration, co-regulation, self-regulation, and emotional regulation. These concepts are essential for supporting clients with sensory processing disorders, emotional regulation challenges, and behavior management needs. The course directly contributes to improving the therapeutic outcomes of OT practitioners by offering evidence-based, client-centered strategies that can be easily integrated into everyday clinical practice.
Instructor: Caitlin Hespe, OTR
CEU credit will not be submitted to TOTA. A certificate of completion will be provided for your records showing 4 hours of training completed.
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Lecture: Presenting foundational knowledge on sensory integration, co-regulation, self-regulation, and emotional regulation.
Case Studies: Real-life scenarios to apply theoretical concepts to practice.
Measurable Learner Objective:
Define sensory integration and explain its impact on functional performance.
Apply co-regulation strategies to improve therapeutic relationships and emotional regulation.
Utilize sensory modulation techniques (e.g., sensory diets, mindfulness) to enhance self-regulation.
Design behavior interventions that support sensory and emotional regulation.
Assess and modify interventions based on individual client needs.
