Pediatric Case Studies: 4 year olds - Adolescents

This intermediate level course is intended for Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists. In this course, participants will learn practical steps to utilizing Neuromuscular Electric Stimulation (NMES) as a methodology targeting oropharyngeal dysphagia. The instructor will present two separate pediatric case studies in which Vital Stim was utilized to maximize patient outcomes. See full course description here

Course Requirements:

Computer with internet and working speakers/sound are required for this course.
Course must be completed within 30 days of activation (activate course within 6 months of purchase).
An online verification of completion and submission of an online evaluation form are required for successful completion.
A certificate of completion will be available to print immediately after course is successfully completed.
SLPs - ASHA CEUs may be obtained by completing the online ASHA form and checking the "Report to ASHA" box.

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Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Apply critical thinking skills in the practical application of NMES to treat oropharyngeal dysphagia
Modify treatment plans to maximize patient outcomes

Course Instructor(s)

Adrienne Williams

MS, CCC-SLP

Adrienne earned her Master’s of Science degree in Clinical Speech Pathology from Northern Arizona University. Adrienne is licensed to practice in the state of Nevada and holds the Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech and Hearing Association.

Adrienne has a passion for working with clients of all ages. As a leader in the area of pediatric and adult feeding and swallowing, she provides extensive training to therapists, clients, and families. Adrienne has extensive experience in evaluating and treating all areas of speech and language therapy.

Adrienne holds a specialty certificate in Adult and Pediatric VitalStim, McNeil Dysphagia Therapy Protocol and the Sequential Oral Sensory Approach to Feeding (SOS).

Financial Disclosure Adrienne receives honoraria from CIAO for the presentation of her live courses and royalties for the sale of her online courses.
Non-Financial Disclosure: There are no non-financial relationships to disclose.

Course Agenda

60 Minutes

Pediatric Case Studies: 4 y/o - Adolescents

1.0 Hours

Total

Contact hours pre-approved for:

1 Hour
CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider (0.1 ASHA CEUs) bubble sheet submission required
ASHA CE Provider Approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (1 PDU)
Approved for:
1 Hr. OT/COTAs in FL (CE Broker #20-942062)
1 Hr. Registered with CEBroker for OT/COTAs in AL, AZ, GA, LA, MS, SC, TN

Course meets requirements for:

OT/COTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, GA, HI, ID, IA, IN, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT,

OT/COTAs in NE, NV, NH, NJ,, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY

Advanced Level
0.1 ASHA CEUs

CIAO Automatically reports to CE Broker for Florida Occupational and Physical Therapists and Assistants. Florida SLPs can either use the ASHA CE Participant Form (Bubble Sheet) or self-submit through CE Broker.

CIAO is recognized on the NBCOT Provider Registry (meets PDU requirements for NBCOT)