Visual Impairments in Pediatrics, Part Two: Practical Treatment Tools
DESCRIPTION
This webinar will introduce practical treatment approaches that learners can use within treatment sessions to address changes in vision-perception in children as a part of the occupational therapy plan of care. During the course, case studies will be presented to discuss options for treatment interventions for common clinical presentations related to vision in pediatrics.
INSTRUCTOR
Kelsey Watters, CScD, OTR/L, BCPR, CBIS
LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Develop a treatment plan to address common visual perceptual deficits observed in pediatric patients.
- Identify simple strategies that can be used within treatment sessions when working with pediatric patients with visual perceptual impairments.
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date.
AUDIENCE
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologists
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Occupational Therapy:
The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 13071. This distance learning interactive webinar is offered at .10 CEUs [Intermediate, Foundational Knowledge, OT Service Delivery]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
Physical Therapy:
This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.0 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069
The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.0 Contact Hours on 5/30/2025.
Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.
Speech-Language Pathology:
DISCLOSURES
Course Director’s and Planning Committee Members’ Disclosure Information:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OT Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists’ Disclosure Information:
Kelsey Watters, CScD, OTR/L, BCPR, CBIS Has nothing to disclose.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
To participate, you will need a device with an internet connection. Supported devices include computers, laptops, and both iOS and Android mobile devices. For the best experience, we recommend using high-speed broadband internet (LAN, Cable, or DSL). Please ensure you are using the latest stable version of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Internet Explorer is not supported. Additionally, JavaScript and cookies must be enabled on your browser. You will also need a speaker and microphone or a phone for dial-in. For live online sessions, make sure to download the latest version of Zoom (at Zoom.us/download) to ensure compatibility.
CANCELLATION POLICY
To request a cancellation of a webinar, please provide written notice by email or by phone within 24 hours of placing your order and we will refund you the full course fee. If you cannot give notice within 24 hours, a credit towards a future course of equal value would apply.
