Developmental Coordination Disorder: The International Clinical Practice Recommendations for What, Why, and Wii *CME accredited workshop
Event date: -
Event type: Single day (a day or less)
Presented by: Lisa Hoyland, OT, & Kathryn Harris, OT, & Dr. Jennifer McLean, Developmental Pediatrician
This is a two-part workshop.
The morning is open to everyone, but is tailored to physicians, especially community family doctors and pediatricians, therapists, and education professionals; and will focus on the definition of DCD, the risk factors and associated co-morbid conditions, the physician's role in diagnosis, the value of an interdisciplinary approach to provide knowledge on best-evidenced practice and implementation strategies.
The afternoon is open for therapists and educational professionals to learn skills how to assess, make recommendations and provide interventions for children with motor co-ordination difficulties affecting gross and fine motor function and participation.
Registrants can attend both AM and PM sessions. There will be some repeat content in the PM session.
After participating in this workshop, participants will:
(1) Explain the concept of Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD) is defined
(2) Identify the functions that are impaired in children and youth with DCD and comorbidities/co-occurring conditions
(3) Demonstrate ability to assess for DCD in children and youth
(4) Explain the principles of intervention and individualized goal setting.
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Please note: The morning and afternoon are priced separately.
Please note: The morning and afternoon are priced separately.
For the afternoon session, clinicians and educators with a professional designation are best suited for the content. Registrants may be asked to provide proof of registration with their college.
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