Course Code: PED1122h-1
0.1 AOTA CEUs/1 Contact Hours
Target Audience: Licensed/Certified Medical Professional (i.e. PT, OT), Rehab Professional (ATP, SMS, CRTS)
Course Description: Positioning children with complex needs is more than just providing smaller versions of adult equipment. One of the biggest differences between pediatric versus adult seating is accommodating growth. Not just physical growth, but also providing support to allow the child to engage in play activities. Play activities are necessary for cognitive, social, and emotional growth as well. This course will provide an overview of the considerations that differentiate pediatric versus adult seating and discuss potential seating system interventions to address the pediatric client’s needs.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to:
1. Discuss the importance of play activities in the growth and development of the pediatric client.
2. Distinguish the unique challenges that the pediatric clients pose when recommending a positioning support system.
3. Apply 3 possible seating and mobility interventions based on evaluation findings
Pre-requisites: This is a Beginner Level overview of pediatric common diagnosis, seating and positioning goals and options as well as facilitating growth and play.
Agenda:
o Diagnosis manifestations and the relationship to mobility limitations, and the recommended seating system and components for increased function.
o An overview of seating intervention options to enhance visual learning of available seating recommendations.
Course Level: Beginner / Review
Instructional Methods: Lecture
AOTA Classification Code: OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge
Quantum Rehab/Pride Mobility Products Corporation is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 14592. This live course is offered at 0.1 CEUs (Beginner/Review, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge). The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
ADA: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact the Education Department (Education@PrideMobility.com).