Are you a pediatric occupational therapist looking to expand your knowledge and enhance your skills? Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are an excellent way to stay updated with the latest techniques and strategies in your field. Personally, I used Occupationaltherapy.com to access CEU courses. Therefore, the courses listed are ones that I’ve previously taken and recommend for new grad therapists working in pediatric settings to take within their first year.

1. DIR/Floortime: A Practical Tool for Occupational Therapy Practitioners

Dive into the fundamentals of Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship-Based (DIR) Floortime approach. This course offers practical examples and strategies to understand each child’s Functional Emotional Developmental Capacity better, aiding therapists in navigating therapy sessions effectively.

2. Understanding Primitive Reflexes: How They Impact Child Development and Intervention Strategies for Integration

Perfect for new graduates, this course revisits the basics of primitive reflexes while providing valuable strategies and examples for integration. Learn to identify signs of unintegrated reflexes in children and shape treatment strategies accordingly.

3. Wheelchair Seating for the Pediatric Population

Gain insights into how seating impacts a child’s functionality and learn to recognize signs of poor wheelchair setup. With detailed images and examples, this course equips therapists with the skills to position children optimally and reduce the risk of related issues.

4. Motor Interventions in Early Intervention: Part 1 and 2

Split into two parts, this course offers valuable insights into boosting fine and gross motor skills in pediatric patients. Enhance your understanding of effective intervention strategies for early motor development.

5. Creating Connections to Better Understand Challenging Behavior in Children

If managing challenging behaviors in children is a struggle, this course provides valuable insights. Understand the underlying reasons for challenging behaviors and tailor clinical strategies accordingly to meet each child’s unique needs.

6. Joint Attention-Based Interventions For Preschoolers With ASD

This course offers practical guidance on integrating joint attention strategies during therapy sessions for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). With videos and images, gain a deeper understanding of effective intervention techniques.

7. Benefits of Infant Massage for Both Child and Caregiver

This course is perfect for understanding the basics of infant massage, learning simple techniques to assist with caregiver and infant bonding, and improving body awareness in infants.

8. Evidence-Based Strategies for Teaching Children with Autism Critical Skills

Refresh your knowledge on identifying signs in children with ASD and learn evidence-based strategies for improving communication, social, and adaptive skills. Enhance your ability to motivate and engage children with autism effectively.

Continuing education is vital for pediatric occupational therapists to stay updated and deliver the best possible care to their young patients. These CEU courses offer valuable insights and practical strategies that can significantly enhance your practice. All courses can be found on Occupationaltherapy.com.