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    • Certified Occupational Therapy Asst
    • Occupational Therapist
    • Speech Language Pathologist
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Course Description

This is a recording of a live stream event.

 Success in functional written communication skills is directly connected to scholastic achievement as seen through the most prevalent referral driven factor - dysgraphia. Jenny will use a variety of lecture, videos, labs and case studies to guide therapists through the evaluation and treatment path for school aged children who are challenged with dysgraphia. Jenny will demonstrate how to identify the language, motor, sensory, and perceptual deficits underlying this challenge. Participants will learn signs and symptoms, and multiple assessment tools to identify the elements of dyslexic dysgraphia; motor dysgraphia; and spatial dysgraphia. Participants will obtain a variety of interventions, technology tools and compensatory adaptations that can be used immediately. Jenny always shares videos and case studies to show real-life applications of progressive plans of care.

Course manual is included for download/print.

 Course Level: Intermediate
Assessment Methods: Quiz (80% minimum passing score), Self-Assessment on Evaluation

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 multiple-choice quiz (80% passing score) 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.

Course Objectives

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

  • Discuss evidence-based neurological characteristics of dysgraphia and the statistical impact dysgraphia has on a child’s functional performance in school
  • Select specific assessment tools to ascertain dysgraphia indicators and differentiate three types of dysgraphia; dyslexic dysgraphia, motor dysgraphia, and spatial dysgraphia.
  • Develop practical compensatory strategies and interventions for children with dysgraphia to improve productive handwriting skills.

Jenny L Clark

OTR/L

Jenny L. Clark, OTR/L graduated from The University of Kansas in 1990 with distinction, and has helped children over the past 28 years as a licensed pediatric occupational therapist working as a speaker, consultant, private practitioner at her own clinic (Jenny’s Kids, Inc.), school-based occupational therapist, independent contractor for early intervention services, author, and inventor. Her passion for developing new approaches to therapy can be seen in her diverse contributions to the field, including: the evidence-based curriculum material Learn to Move, Move to Learn: Sensorimotor Early Childhood Activity Themes (AAPC 2004), and the sequel Learn to Move, Moving Up! Sensorimotor Elementary School Activity Themes (AAPC 2009); two DVD’s Learn to Move: Dinosaurs (AAPC 2005), a companion to her first book, and Sensory Processing Disorder Kit: Simulations and Solutions for Parents, Teachers, and Therapist (AAPC 2006), which won the 2007 media in excellence video award from Autism Society of America; a music CD, Sing, Move, Learn (AAPC 2010), which accompanies the songs in her first book. Jenny was a contributing author for the book Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals (Greenwood Publishing Group 2007), as well as the author of a chapter in Autism Spectrum Disorders: Foundations, Characteristics, and Effective Strategies. (Pearson Publishing 2011). Most recently, Jenny was the technical reviewer for The Everything Parents Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder (Terri Mauro, Adams Media 2014). Jenny is the inventor of the patent-pending “Weigh” Cool Bracelet (www.abilitations.com) and her most recent creation, Letter Treasure Hunt handwriting game (Therapro 2014). Jenny is known for her dynamic personality, sprinkled with humor that engages people to ‘think outside the box’ inspiring unlimited creative ideas. Jenny’s favorite sensorimotor recreation includes tennis, mountain biking, gardening, and photography.

Financial Disclosure: Jenny receives honoraria from CIAO Seminars for the presentation of her live courses. Jenny receives royalties from AAPC Publishing for her book Learn to Move, Move to Learn.
Non-Financial Disclosure: none to disclose

10 Minutes
Neurological characteristics and causes dysgraphia
10 Minutes
Statistical impact dysgraphia has on a child’s functional performance in school
10 Minutes
Signs and symptoms of dysgraphia for clear identification
20 Minutes
Differentiate between the 3 types of dysgraphia
10 Minutes
Selecting specific assessment tools to ascertain dysgraphia indicators
15 Minutes
Clinical observations to supplement evaluation information
15 Minutes
Assimilate evaluation process to establish a therapeutic plan
15 Minutes
Compensatory strategies for accommodations and modifications that can be implemented in a school setting
15 Minutes
Technology tools for practical use and successful academic achievement
20 Minutes
Remedial strategies to address dysgraphia needs for productive outcomes
20 Minutes
Pediatric complimentary sensory-based therapeutic interventions and programs for dysgraphia
20 Minutes
Establish a therapeutic plan
3.0 Hours
Total

Delivery VIA:

  • Online - This course is offered in an online, on demand format.
  • Club CIAO - Club CIAO: This course is also part of Club CIAO, our all-you-can-eat buffet of online courses for one low price. Club CIAO Members also receive 25% off of all Live Stream courses!

Contact hours pre-approved for:

  • 3.0 Hours
  • CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider (0.3 ASHA CEUs) ASHA bubble sheet submission required
  • CIAO is an AOTA Approved Provider (0.3 AOTA CEUs)
  • This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (3.0 PDUs)
  • As an IACET Accredited Provider, CIAO offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard
  • CIAO is authorized by IACET to offer 0.3 CEUs for this program

Course meets requirements for:

  • OT/COTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, KS, KY, 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, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

    • The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


    This course is offered for 0.3 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level, Professional Area)


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


    CIAO is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). CIAO complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard, which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. As a result of this accreditation, CIAO is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.


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