Feeding Therapy: A Sensory-Motor Approach

Description

COURSE DESCRIPTION
In Lori’s updated Sensory/Motor Approach to Feeding class the complex issues surrounding feeding disorders are discussed. The class reflects new research and understanding of sensory processing and the impact on feeding.

Pre-feeding exercises designed to develop the motor skills for safe, effective, nutritive feeding and therapeutic feeding techniques are targeted.

The class includes two live evaluations and program plans, as well as interactive sensory and feeding practicums.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Identify and define the developmental acquisition of feeding skills.
Recognize individual oral-phase feeding deficiencies.
List at least four goals of an SLP-administered oral-motor feeding program.
Explain the benefits of improved oral movement in cases of oral-phase feeding deficiencies.

Location Franciscan Health - Indianapolis
8111 South Emerson Avenue
Auditorium A,B,C
Indianapolis, IL 46237
Date 3/10/2018 8:30 AM - 3/11/2018 4:00 PM (Check in 8:00 AM)
Sponsor TalkTools
Trainer Lori L. Overland, MS, CCC-SLP, C/NDT, CLC
Contact Continuing Education Team (888) 529-2879 continuingeducation@talktools.com
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
5. Comprehensive plans
6. Periodic monitoring
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 2.0 - Assessment
2.0 - Atypical Development
6.0 - Intervention
2.0 - Typical Development
Cost $300 through 1/10/18 | $360 1/11/18-2/23/18 | $390
Status Closed