Neuro 101 and Sensory Processing Skills
13 Contact Hours
1.3 ASHA CEUs & 1.3 AOTA CEUs
Renée Okoye, MS, OTR/L
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Corpus Christi, TX.
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July 30-31, 2010
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tuition for this 2-day course is $405.00*
Discount Deadlines:
on/before 6/4: $375
on/before 6/18: $390
on/before 7/23: $405
after 7/23: $430
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Description:
The primary objective of this course is to provide an updated view of core neurological concepts as they apply to clinical application of sensory processing intervention strategies. Participants will gain a better appreciation of updated concepts of neuro through practical, hands on laboratory experiences. Translating these applications into school and home environments will also be presented.
This course is divided into two main sections. Day 1 is an updated presentation of neurological structures and functions as they relate to use of common sensory tools. Day 2 covers relating sensory tools with systems and treatment techniques of activation. Clinical reasoning with videotape analysis will be used.
Suggested Audience: OTs, PTs & SLPs
This course is offered for 1.3 ASHA CEUs (Introductory Level; Related Area)
This course is offered for 1.3 AOTA CEUs
Objectives: Participants will be able to:
1. Describe the function of basic sensory processing systems to parents, teachers and other caregivers.
2. Explain the purpose of a variety of common sensory tools and describe their impact upon essential skills needed for learning and behavior.
3. Describe indications and contra-indications of a variety of sensory tools.
4. Relate how common sensory tools enhance integrative function at home and at school.
Schedule* (13 contact hours)
Day One
8:00 Registration
8:30 • Review & update of basic concepts as they relate to sensory processing skills including neuronal migration, 2nd messenger systems and neuromodulation - videotape analysis
9:45 • Neurotransmission Lab
10:00 Break
10:15 • Brainstem structures and use of sensory tools
11:45 • Brain layout #1
12:30 Lunch
1:30 • Facilitating cranial networks
2:15 • Tactile proprioceptive systems and sensory tools
3:00 Break
3:15 • Sensory integration at the level of the spinal cord
3:45 • Functional vision systems
4:30 Adjourn
Day Two
8:30 Review - questions
8:45 • Levels of vestibular influence within the neuraxis
9:30 • Stretch break - vestibular interaction lab
10:00 Break
10:15 • Strategies for vestibular activation
11:45 • Structures of the auditory processing system
12:30 Lunch
1:30 • Auditory tools and sensory processing
2:30 • Dietary influences on listening and attention
3:15 Break
3:30 • Role of sensory tools within a sensory integration approach
4:15 • Question and answer session
4:30 Adjourn
*topic times may vary, contact hours do not
Renée Okoye, MS, OTR/L has over 25 years of experience combined with extensive educational background including a Masters in Health Sciences, SIPT Certification and Board Certification in Pediatrics. She is a clinical educator for local colleges in New York, a Sensory Integration Resource for AOTA, and a professional grant reviewer for the U.S. Department of Education. Renée has been recognized by the New York State OT Association for Excellence in Practice and has published a number of articles in the area of pediatrics. Renée is the founder of Dove Ministries for Children and the Director of Dove Rehab Services on Long Island, NY.
Participant comments
“I truly enjoyed the activities and videos that matched with the components for all the different sensory systems.”
“Course was very good! Enjoyed the balance of activities, hands-on and concrete info.”
“Awesome workshop!”
“Helpful info – good knowledgeable speaker, good ideas to implement in clinic.”
“I loved (the) video clips and clinical examples!”
