{"title":"Training Schedule","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"60e47a5624e3e700e10f97e9\" data-shogun-site-id=\"f4c4a897-b4d6-4c22-8b1e-33acd7df11d0\" data-shogun-page-id=\"60e47a5624e3e700e10f97e9\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"63f62112d23d6100e60c3d09\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"63f62112d23d6100e60c3de2\" data-region=\"main\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(99, 97, 170);\"\u003eUp close and personal -- live virtual and in-person courses on the latest topics in speech, feeding, myo and more from a team of experts across disciplines. Register in minutes and we take care of the rest, including your CEUs! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-138272db-b046-4eea-bdaa-0736d1b536b1\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"motor-speech-master-series-identifying-and-assessing-vocalization-to-communication","title":"Motor Speech Master Series: Identifying and Assessing + Vocalization to Communication Copy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ed3877;\"\u003eTalkTools® virtual streaming workshops and webinars are recorded. Recorded presentations are available for 2 days after the dates posted and accessible only to learners who purchased a seat for this course\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHistorically, clinicians find it difficult to diagnose and treat speech disorders that fall under the umbrella of motor speech disorders particularly when a diagnostic incident has not occurred or the child with a single diagnosis.   Children with motor speech sound disorders  include the client with Childhood Dysarthria (CD), Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) and Oral-Motor Disorders (OMDs) fall into this category.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn this first part of this series, TalkTools Instructor Renee Roy Hill will discuss the differential diagnosis of SSDs, particularly focusing on the characteristics of motor speech disorders that differentiate them from other developmental speech sound disorders such as a Phonological Disorder or Developmental Articulation Disorder.  This course will begin with a self-study to focus on Defining motor speech disorders by function and characteristic, as well as look at various assessment tools available to assist the clinician in identifying the correct diagnosis in speech.  We will then begin to look at the client with a dual diagnosis and its implications.  Treatment Options currently used for CAS and CD will be explored to include what the research says, current recommended approaches and the criteria for choosing them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis series will conclude with tying in OPT and Myofunctional techniques along with the principles of motor learning with a focus on speech production to develop a speech-focused program plan for the client with a motor speech disorder or dual diagnosis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants will be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefine a Sensory-Motor Approach for Speech Clarity and who might benefit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand when an alternative treatment approach is recommended and why.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify the 4 Domain Evaluation Process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover how a Multi-Sensory Approach to shaping speech clarity can be effective for clients with dual diagnosis or persistent articulation errors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop a framework for when to use a motor based approach and why:  Speech from a systems perspective:  Dysarthria, CAS, Persistent articulation Errors, OMDs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn the Muscle-Motor connection and specific bridging techniques to move from motor activity to speech (and the muscle link)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview strategies for working with clients who are pre-verbal or pre-imitation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefine an Oral Placement Approach for Motor Speech Disorders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify the components of speech from a systems perspective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummarize the sensory system and its function in teaching speech.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess how the motor system functions and its impact in teaching speech.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply Sensory-Motor Techniques to teaching a client to vocalize on command.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribe how bridging techniques are effective from OPT to Speech.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulate a framework for when to use tactile phonetic placement techniques and how to fade them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate techniques for teaching a sound, sequencing, blending and transition to whole word.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCEUs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"82\" width=\"364\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_1.6_CEUs.jpg?v=1736423224\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eContent Disclosure: This presentation will focus on treatment methods related to the use of TalkTools® resources. Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ed3877;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(pending AOTA approval)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructor Bio and Financial Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/renee\"\u003eRenee Roy Hill, MS, CCC-SLP, COM®️ CLC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRegistration Fees: Identifying and Assessing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ed3877;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$399 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration + \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/live-workshop-practicum\"\u003epracticum 3817\u003c\/a\u003e :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.85\u003c\/span\u003e ASHA\/AOTA CEUs,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/live-workshop-practicum\"\u003epracticum 3808\u003c\/a\u003e, digital workbook \u0026amp; certificate of completion. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/live-workshop-practicum\"\u003ePracticum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis included with your registration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ed3877;\"\u003e$359\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration only : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.85\u003c\/span\u003e ASHA CEUs, digital workbook \u0026amp; certificate of completion.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSchedule\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eSelf-Study 2.5 hours\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eMorning Session 8:30 AM - 12:00PM \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction and Course Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview of information from Self-Study Pre-requisite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBREAK 15 min\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefine a Sensory-Motor Approach to Speech Clarity for the 4 Domain Evaluation Process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFramework of when to use a motor based approach within Motor Learning Theories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Diagnosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLUNCH 12:00PM -- 1:00PM \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAfternoon Session 1:00PM - 4:00PM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle-Motor connection for speech sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for bridging OPT\/Myo to Speech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBREAK 15 min\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechniques for beginning with pre-verbal or pre-imitation to teach vocalizing on command\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Examples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTherapist Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRegistration Fees: Vocalization to Communication\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ed3877;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$241 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration + \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/live-workshop-practicum\"\u003epracticum 3808\u003c\/a\u003e :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.85\u003c\/span\u003e ASHA\/AOTA CEUs,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/live-workshop-practicum\"\u003epracticum 3808\u003c\/a\u003e, digital workbook \u0026amp; certificate of completion. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/live-workshop-practicum\"\u003ePracticum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis included with your registration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ed3877;\"\u003e$199\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration only : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.85\u003c\/span\u003e ASHA CEUs, digital workbook \u0026amp; certificate of completion.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eSelf-Study - Vocalization on Command - 3 hours\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 minutes: Why can’t my client imitate speech sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 minutes: Why do therapists rely on imitation in therapy?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes: Imitation 101\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes: Motor Imitation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 minutes: Phonation on Command\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 minutes: Differentiating Speech Practice from Language Practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 minutes: Applying Therapies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 minutes Oral Motor Trials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eMorning Session 8:30 AM - 12:00PM \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 minutes: Introduction and Course Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 minutes: What is an Oral Placement Approach?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 minutes: Speech from a Systems Perspective: Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 minutes: Speech from a Systems Perspective\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 minutes: Starting with a client who is not yet imitating speech or has limited sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLUNCH 12:00PM -- 1:00PM \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAfternoon Session 1:00PM - 4:00PM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes: OPT to Speech Production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes: Using Tools to facilitate phonetic shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes: Sequencing sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes: Teaching a syllable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes: Sequencing Syllables to words to communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 minutes: Transitioning to other motor speech approaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 minutes: Q \u0026amp; A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003eTalkTools® Training Policies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the learner's responsibility to review, understand and agree to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/talktools-policies\"\u003eTalkTools® Training Policies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(CEUs, copyright\/distribution, cancellation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/e-learning-tech-requirements\"\u003eGetting You Tech-Ready for Your TalkTools® Course\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eImages copyrighted and published by TalkTools®. 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OPT is a type of oral-motor therapy that targets specific movements needed for speech and feeding. The \"3 parts\" of OPT are: auditory and visual sensory systems COMBINED WITH tactile -- and proprioceptive -- sensory systems. TalkTools training applies a unique, hierarchical approach to OPT, focused on a measurable, results-driven path for both therapists and clients across all ages and diagnoses with the goal of: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003espeech clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eindependence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved QUALITY OF LIFE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis interactive, hands-on course includes highly motivating activities targeting the abdomen, velum, jaw, lips and tongue. Techniques learned can be readily implemented across many therapy environments -- private practices, hospitals, schools and home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to appropriately assess oral placement\/feeding\/speech problems based on muscle systems.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to integrate hierarchies for motor dissociation and grading (jaw-lips-tongue).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to plan programs of therapeutic intervention to address physiological and motor-based speech disorders.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to apply at least 10 new therapy techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to properly use oral placement techniques to improve individual speech clarity and production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\" data-mce-style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003eInstructor Bio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\" data-mce-style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamara Ciciliani, MA, SLP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_-_Color_Long-_E-Learning-Feeding_480x480.jpg?v=1607712727\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_-_Color_Long-_E-Learning-Feeding_480x480.jpg?v=1607712727\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent Disclosure: This presentation will focus on treatment methods related to the use of TalkTools® resources. Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg height=\"86\" width=\"318\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalkTools®️ is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Provider #: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Application Application ID\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5059\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This virtual course qualifies for 12 contact hours or 1.2 CEUs in the Category of Occupational Therapy Process. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Course Level: Intermediate.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/talktools-levels-training-program-updated\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"SOLD OUT","offer_id":53341121839272,"sku":null,"price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/International_India_Virtual.jpg?v=1778604042"},{"product_id":"france-3-part-treatment-plan-for-opt-1","title":"3-Part Treatment Plan for OPT™","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"s-1698f7a7-8a13-4224-9cb1-f562daf9aae9\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis introductory course to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/what-is-opt\" title=\"OPT (Oral Placement Therapy)\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/what-is-opt\"\u003eOPT (Oral Placement Therapy)​\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis the foundation for TalkTools training and is integrated throughout all of our courses. 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Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg height=\"86\" width=\"318\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalkTools®️ is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Provider #: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Application Application ID\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5059\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This virtual course qualifies for 12 contact hours or 1.2 CEUs in the Category of Occupational Therapy Process. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. 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Additional coursework prior to the workshop may also required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-1a02ee3e-fc73-46d0-9b2e-51426d54c161\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55454837375144,"sku":"00104WEB","price":1900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/Level_4_VAS.png?v=1776885767"},{"product_id":"virtual-level-3-opt-specialist-training-6","title":"Virtual | Level 3 OPT™ Specialist Training","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-3c17e047-9474-4fd8-a76a-ac49e9c25ea5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnce you've completed your Level 1 and Level 2 coursework and have applied OPT™ techniques for at least 6 months, you qualify to APPLY for Level 3 Training. The Level 3™ Training Program is a multi-day workshop, limited to a small cohort of Level 2 OPT™ Therapists. The cohort will work closely with the Instructor, who provides case studies and leads the discussion on evaluation strategies and OPT™ treatment plans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-1a02ee3e-fc73-46d0-9b2e-51426d54c161\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55456769474728,"sku":"00105WEB","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/Level_4_VAS.png?v=1776885767"},{"product_id":"virtual-level-3-opt-specialist-training-copy","title":"Virtual | Level 3 OPT™ Specialist Training","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"s-3c17e047-9474-4fd8-a76a-ac49e9c25ea5\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Level 3™ Training Program is a multi-day, interactive workshop, limited to a small cohort of Level 2 learners. 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When working with oral motor, feeding, oral placement and orofacial myofunctional disorders, clinicians must synthesize complex findings across structure and function into reports that are clear, evidence based, and meaningful to both families and interdisciplinary teams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis focused 3-hour course is designed to help clinicians refine and elevate their documentation skills for oral motor, feeding\/swallowing, oral placement and orofacial myofunctional based evaluations and treatment. Using a practical, real-world approach grounded in evidence-based practice and the 4 MYODomains™ framework (airway, feeding\/swallowing, structure and speech), participants will learn how to organize findings, interpret clinical data, and write reports that clearly support diagnosis, medical necessity, and intervention planning.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition, emphasis will be placed on translating clinical observations into defendable reports, eliminating vague or non-specific language, and developing measurable, goal-driven plans of care. Additional discussions will include progress reports, letters of medical necessity, documentation and justification for educationally based services and interdisciplinary communication. Through guided examples and applied strategies, participants will leave with tools they can immediately implement in their own practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOTE: This course is written from the perspective of a speech-language pathologist but can apply to occupational and physical therapists’ documentation as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55470565490856,"sku":"000102WEB","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/Ready_Set_Document.png?v=1777319341"},{"product_id":"cairo-level-3-opt-specialist-training","title":"Cairo | Level 3 OPT™ Specialist Training","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"641d9ed9c2748e0114781830\" data-shogun-site-id=\"f4c4a897-b4d6-4c22-8b1e-33acd7df11d0\" data-shogun-page-id=\"641d9ed9c2748e0114781830\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"646601768ae8dd00ce50eeb0\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"6466026e210104010418f4db\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-3a134196-6858-48f1-85ef-caa477fea448\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-box-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-5e201848-e5f2-4a8a-b164-986e0cf707d1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: proximanova-bold;\"\u003eThe Level 3™ Training Program is a multi-day, interactive workshop, limited to a small cohort of Level 2 learners. Candidates will work closely together and, with the guidance of the Instructor, collaborate on evaluating client case studies, building assessment strategies and developing comprehensive OPT™ Program Plans. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"SOLD OUT","offer_id":55472997957800,"sku":"0006-LVL3","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/Cairo.png?v=1777380359"},{"product_id":"jordan-level-3-opt-specialist-training","title":"Jordan | Level 3 OPT™ Specialist Training","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"641d9ed9c2748e0114781830\" data-shogun-site-id=\"f4c4a897-b4d6-4c22-8b1e-33acd7df11d0\" data-shogun-page-id=\"641d9ed9c2748e0114781830\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"646601768ae8dd00ce50eeb0\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"6466026e210104010418f4db\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-3a134196-6858-48f1-85ef-caa477fea448\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-box-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-5e201848-e5f2-4a8a-b164-986e0cf707d1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: proximanova-bold;\"\u003eThe Level 3™ Training Program is a multi-day, interactive workshop, limited to a small cohort of Level 2 learners. 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Accurate clinical decision-making requires integration of structural assessment, muscle function, motor planning and motor execution within a comprehensive evaluation framework.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe American Speech-Language and Hearing Association’s (ASHA) guidance across practice portals also highlights that speech production is influenced by the interaction of structure, muscle function, and motor planning and execution. When disruptions occur in any of these domains, such as orofacial myofunctional disorders, altered muscle tone, or deficits in motor planning or execution, speech clarity may be impacted in different and sometimes overlapping ways. As a result, clinicians must determine whether errors are primarily structural\/functional in origin, related to muscle performance, or due to breakdowns in motor planning or execution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClinicians are often faced with conflicting information regarding intervention approaches for these organic SSDs. Ongoing debates in the literature (e.g., oral motor therapy vs. nonspeech oral motor exercises, PROMPT vs. DTTC, phonetic placement vs. motor-based approaches) have contributed to uncertainty in selecting appropriate, evidence-informed treatment strategies. 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This session is designed to foster a supportive mentoring environment that values thoughtful questioning, shared expertise, and practical application rather than “right answers.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-c\" id=\"s-1a02ee3e-fc73-46d0-9b2e-51426d54c161\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55496481079464,"sku":"00113WEB","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/LearningThroughExperienceAClinicalMentoringSessionforSLPs.png?v=1778604055"},{"product_id":"functional-mouth-movements-full-day","title":"Functional Mouth Movements (Full Day)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional mouth movements are the foundation for effective feeding, swallowing, speech, and overall oral participation across the lifespan. 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This presentation is designed for clinicians, educators, and caregivers seeking to better support functional oral skills in children, adolescents, and adults, including individuals with developmental differences or acquired challenges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55517880582312,"sku":"000104WEB","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/Functional_Mouth_Movements.png?v=1778604045"},{"product_id":"virtual-india-3-part-treatment-plan-for-opt","title":"Virtual [India] - 3-Part Treatment Plan for OPT™","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/talktools-levels-training-program-updated\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/talktools-levels-training-program-updated\"\u003eLEVELS TRAINING PROGRAM:\u003c\/a\u003e LEVEL 1 COURSE REQUIREMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"s-1698f7a7-8a13-4224-9cb1-f562daf9aae9\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis introductory course to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/what-is-opt\" title=\"OPT (Oral Placement Therapy)\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/what-is-opt\"\u003eOPT (Oral Placement Therapy)​\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis the foundation for TalkTools training and is integrated throughout all of our courses. OPT is a type of oral-motor therapy that targets specific movements needed for speech and feeding. The \"3 parts\" of OPT are: auditory and visual sensory systems COMBINED WITH tactile -- and proprioceptive -- sensory systems. TalkTools training applies a unique, hierarchical approach to OPT, focused on a measurable, results-driven path for both therapists and clients across all ages and diagnoses with the goal of: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003espeech clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eindependence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved QUALITY OF LIFE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis interactive, hands-on course includes highly motivating activities targeting the abdomen, velum, jaw, lips and tongue. Techniques learned can be readily implemented across many therapy environments -- private practices, hospitals, schools and home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to appropriately assess oral placement\/feeding\/speech problems based on muscle systems.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to integrate hierarchies for motor dissociation and grading (jaw-lips-tongue).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to plan programs of therapeutic intervention to address physiological and motor-based speech disorders.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to apply at least 10 new therapy techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to properly use oral placement techniques to improve individual speech clarity and production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\" data-mce-style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003eInstructor Bio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\" data-mce-style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\" data-mce-style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/a\/store-locator\/monica-purdy-ma-ccc-slp-com.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/a\/store-locator\/louisa-cy-wong-bsc.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonica Purdy, MA, CCC-SLP, COM®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_-_Color_Long-_E-Learning-Feeding_480x480.jpg?v=1607712727\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_-_Color_Long-_E-Learning-Feeding_480x480.jpg?v=1607712727\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent Disclosure: This presentation will focus on treatment methods related to the use of TalkTools® resources. Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\" width=\"318\" height=\"86\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalkTools®️ is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Provider #: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Application Application ID\"\u003e5059\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This virtual course qualifies for 12 contact hours or 1.2 CEUs in the Category of Occupational Therapy Process. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. 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Participants will leave equipped with practical counseling-based approaches that go beyond focus on surface-level behaviors. 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Course content is based off Robyn’s MYOSolutions, an OMD manual for speech-language pathologists, but it’s also appropriate for other licensed professionals who assess and treat OMDs such as dentists, registered dental hygienists, and occupational therapists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-de0b308d-7fff-a310-d008-3d2340a99985\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOTE: Assessing Oral Structures 101 is a pre-requisite, and is included as a self-study module in the price of the course. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants will be able to: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eList at least 3 topics that are necessary to assess in a case history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eState the pre-requisites a patient must possess during an assessment, to initiate an orofacial myology protocol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescribe what sounds\/phonemes should be tested during an orofacial myofunctional assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescribe at least 3 reasons why a patient should be referred to an otolaryngologist (ENT) from an OMD assessment data.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Registration Only \/ MYOSolutions 2523","offer_id":55598656258216,"sku":"00110-WSPB","price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Registration Only \/ No Practicum","offer_id":55598656290984,"sku":"00110-WS","price":269.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/30MinuteArticulationLessonsforOrganicSSDsfortheBusySLP.png?v=1753802080"},{"product_id":"beyond-the-frenulum-the-art-of-timing-in-airway-centered-care-copy","title":"From Five Words to Mainstream Speech","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis presentation follows the longitudinal journey of a child diagnosed with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) who entered therapy with approximately five functional words and significant communication challenges. 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Her journey reflects the resilience of the child and family, the dedication of clinicians, and the profound impact that intensive, evidence-based intervention can have on long-term outcomes for children with severe CAS\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55598779531432,"sku":"000105WEB","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/FromFiveWordstoMainstreamSpeech.png?v=1781031553"},{"product_id":"myofunctional-therapy-and-expressive-speech-disorders-copy","title":"Myofunctional Therapy and Feeding","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lecture presents a myofunctional lens for pediatric feeding that emphasizes how oral rest posture, lip seal\/containment, jaw stability and grading, tongue lateralization\/elevation, and cheek–tongue coordination directly influence chewing, bolus formation, oral transit, and swallow readiness. Participants will learn a practical assessment workflow that moves from rest to function to challenge using real-time observation with age-appropriate textures to identify patterns such as front chewing, overstuffing, pocketing, fatigue, and compensatory swallow behaviors. 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This course is designed for feeding therapists seeking to strengthen assessment-driven practice and implement thoughtful, ethical approaches when feeding therapy outcomes do not progress as expected.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55603394937000,"sku":"00121WEB","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/WhenFeedingTherapyStallsRe-EvaluatingtheWholeChild_d790759b-07f7-413e-9c51-4d1ec51b30bc.png?v=1781106786"},{"product_id":"from-five-words-to-mainstream-speech-copy","title":"Evidence-Based Motor Treatment Methodologies for Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDiagnosing childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) can be challenging for many clinicians for a variety of reasons, including minimal training, the relatively low incidence of the disorder, and lack of reliable resources. In this session, the most up-to-date and evidence-based characteristics of CAS and protocols to diagnose CAS will be discussed. Video and audio recordings of children will be reviewed. Resources to learn more will be provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55603529449640,"sku":"000122WEB","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/Evidence-BasedMotorTreatmentMethodologiesforChildhoodApraxiaofSpeech_CAS.png?v=1781111363"},{"product_id":"evidence-based-motor-treatment-methodologies-for-childhood-apraxia-of-speech-cas-copy","title":"Coarticulation - What is It and How to Include It In the Treatment of Speech Sound Disorders","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDiagnosing childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) can be challenging for many clinicians for a variety of reasons, including minimal training, the relatively low incidence of the disorder, and lack of reliable resources. 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In addition, participants discover common contributors that interfere with carryover as well as practical techniques to ease the frustration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"Single Seat","offer_id":55607340466344,"sku":"000100WEB","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/TheCarryoverChallengeWhySpeechProgressStallsandWhattoDoAboutIt.png?v=1781204768"},{"product_id":"level-1-level-2-kaleidoscope-model-for-feeding-copy","title":"India | Level 1 + Level 2 (Kaleidoscope Model for Feeding)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"s-1698f7a7-8a13-4224-9cb1-f562daf9aae9\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding -- the process of eating and drinking -- is something all species do instinctively. It seems like a simple act but it is anything but that . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalkTools® Instructor Monica Purdy has created a comprehensive, \"user-friendly,\" highly applicable course for speech and feeding professionals. This course will take a deep dive into the \"foundations\" of the feeding process, integrating a client-centered, family-focused therapy approach to feeding roadblocks therapists see every day across all age groups. The course will employ the TalkTools® Kaleidoscope Feeding Model™ -- which draws upon an evolving, multi-disciplinary perspective to allow flexible, customizable therapy approaches for building feeding evaluations and program plans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants will experience hands-on, interactive learning with applicable techniques, case studies, and key strategies incorporated throughout the course. Instruction will include: what to look for when initially assessing a client, identifying relevant anatomy and structure (including a review of the self-study module–see below), the impacts of these systems on eating and drinking, as well as outlining feeding milestones and what to observe when these milestones are not reached. Participants will look across the pediatric feeding experience, assessing infant feeding and the critical transition from breast\/bottle to the table -- and applying evidence-informed, therapy-based strategies and solutions for overcoming feeding roadblocks therapists often see.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdentify 3 structures\/systems that impact feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdentify a course of action for the transitional from breast\/bottle feeding to the table\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescribe 4 potential feeding roadblocks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplain picky eating vs. problem eating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete a Client-Centered, Family-Focused Feeding Plan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-8b02842b-7fff-3918-ef67-82ee2ecf9bad\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003eInstructor Bio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/a\/store-locator\/louisa-cy-wong-bsc.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonica Purdy, MA, CCC-SLP, COM®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_-_Color_Long-_E-Learning-Feeding_480x480.jpg?v=1607712727\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent Disclosure: This presentation will focus on treatment methods related to the use of TalkTools® resources. Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\" width=\"318\" height=\"86\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalkTools®️ is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Provider #: \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Application Application ID\"\u003e5059\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This virtual course qualifies for 12 contact hours or 1.2 CEUs in the Category of Occupational Therapy Process. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Course Level: Intermediate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"SOLD OUT","offer_id":55608979620008,"sku":null,"price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/Level_1_3-Part_Assessment.png?v=1781639382"},{"product_id":"philippines-level-1-training-3-part-treatment-plan-for-opt-opt-assessment-and-program-plan-development-copy-2","title":"India | Level 1 (3-Part Treatment Plan and OPT Assessment)","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/talktools-levels-training-program-updated\"\u003eLEVELS TRAINING PROGRAM:\u003c\/a\u003e LEVEL 1 COURSE REQUIREMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"s-1698f7a7-8a13-4224-9cb1-f562daf9aae9\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis introductory course to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/what-is-opt\" title=\"OPT (Oral Placement Therapy)\"\u003eOPT (Oral Placement Therapy)\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis the foundation for TalkTools training and is integrated throughout all of our courses. OPT is a type of oral-motor therapy that targets specific movements needed for speech and feeding. The \"3 parts\" of OPT are: auditory and visual sensory systems COMBINED WITH tactile -- and proprioceptive -- sensory systems. TalkTools training applies a unique, hierarchical approach to OPT, focused on a measurable, results-driven path for both therapists and clients across all ages and diagnoses with the goal of: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003espeech clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eindependence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved QUALITY OF LIFE \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis interactive, hands-on course includes highly motivating activities targeting the abdomen, velum, jaw, lips and tongue. Techniques learned can be readily implemented across many therapy environments -- private practices, hospitals, schools and home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to appropriately assess oral placement\/feeding\/speech problems based on muscle systems.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to integrate hierarchies for motor dissociation and grading (jaw-lips-tongue).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to plan programs of therapeutic intervention to address physiological and motor-based speech disorders.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to apply at least 10 new therapy techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to properly use oral placement techniques to improve individual speech clarity and production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003eInstructor Bio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/a\/store-locator\/louisa-cy-wong-bsc.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonica Purdy, MA, CCC-SLP, COM®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_-_Color_Long-_E-Learning-Feeding_480x480.jpg?v=1607712727\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent Disclosure: This presentation will focus on treatment methods related to the use of TalkTools® resources. Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\" width=\"318\" height=\"86\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalkTools®️ is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Provider #: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Application Application ID\"\u003e5059\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This virtual course qualifies for 12 contact hours or 1.2 CEUs in the Category of Occupational Therapy Process. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Course Level: Intermediate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"SOLD OUT","offer_id":55609375654056,"sku":null,"price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/Level1_3-Part_Assessment.png?v=1781283306"},{"product_id":"puerto-rico-level-1-3-part-treatment-plan-and-opt-assessment-spanish","title":"Puerto Rico | Level 1 (3-Part Treatment Plan and OPT Assessment) [SPANISH]","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/talktools-levels-training-program-updated\"\u003eLEVELS TRAINING PROGRAM:\u003c\/a\u003e LEVEL 1 COURSE REQUIREMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"s-1698f7a7-8a13-4224-9cb1-f562daf9aae9\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis introductory course to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/what-is-opt\" title=\"OPT (Oral Placement Therapy)\"\u003eOPT (Oral Placement Therapy)\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis the foundation for TalkTools training and is integrated throughout all of our courses. OPT is a type of oral-motor therapy that targets specific movements needed for speech and feeding. The \"3 parts\" of OPT are: auditory and visual sensory systems COMBINED WITH tactile -- and proprioceptive -- sensory systems. TalkTools training applies a unique, hierarchical approach to OPT, focused on a measurable, results-driven path for both therapists and clients across all ages and diagnoses with the goal of: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003espeech clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eindependence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved QUALITY OF LIFE \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis interactive, hands-on course includes highly motivating activities targeting the abdomen, velum, jaw, lips and tongue. Techniques learned can be readily implemented across many therapy environments -- private practices, hospitals, schools and home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to appropriately assess oral placement\/feeding\/speech problems based on muscle systems.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to integrate hierarchies for motor dissociation and grading (jaw-lips-tongue).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to plan programs of therapeutic intervention to address physiological and motor-based speech disorders.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to apply at least 10 new therapy techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to properly use oral placement techniques to improve individual speech clarity and production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003eInstructor Bio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/a\/store-locator\/louisa-cy-wong-bsc.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonica Purdy, MA, CCC-SLP, COM®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_-_Color_Long-_E-Learning-Feeding_480x480.jpg?v=1607712727\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent Disclosure: This presentation will focus on treatment methods related to the use of TalkTools® resources. Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\" width=\"318\" height=\"86\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalkTools®️ is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Provider #: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Application Application ID\"\u003e5059\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This virtual course qualifies for 12 contact hours or 1.2 CEUs in the Category of Occupational Therapy Process. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Course Level: Intermediate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TalkTools","offers":[{"title":"SOLD OUT","offer_id":55621855477928,"sku":null,"price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/In-PERSONFlorida_SPANISH.png?v=1781640585"},{"product_id":"india-level-1-3-part-treatment-plan-and-opt-assessment","title":"India | Level 1 (3-Part Treatment Plan and OPT Assessment)","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/talktools-levels-training-program-updated\"\u003eLEVELS TRAINING PROGRAM:\u003c\/a\u003e LEVEL 1 COURSE REQUIREMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"s-1698f7a7-8a13-4224-9cb1-f562daf9aae9\" class=\"shg-c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis introductory course to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/pages\/what-is-opt\" title=\"OPT (Oral Placement Therapy)\"\u003eOPT (Oral Placement Therapy)\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis the foundation for TalkTools training and is integrated throughout all of our courses. OPT is a type of oral-motor therapy that targets specific movements needed for speech and feeding. The \"3 parts\" of OPT are: auditory and visual sensory systems COMBINED WITH tactile -- and proprioceptive -- sensory systems. TalkTools training applies a unique, hierarchical approach to OPT, focused on a measurable, results-driven path for both therapists and clients across all ages and diagnoses with the goal of: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003espeech clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eindependence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eimproved QUALITY OF LIFE \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis interactive, hands-on course includes highly motivating activities targeting the abdomen, velum, jaw, lips and tongue. Techniques learned can be readily implemented across many therapy environments -- private practices, hospitals, schools and home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to appropriately assess oral placement\/feeding\/speech problems based on muscle systems.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to integrate hierarchies for motor dissociation and grading (jaw-lips-tongue).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to plan programs of therapeutic intervention to address physiological and motor-based speech disorders.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to apply at least 10 new therapy techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants will be able to properly use oral placement techniques to improve individual speech clarity and production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003eInstructor Bio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/talktools.com\/a\/store-locator\/louisa-cy-wong-bsc.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonica Purdy, MA, CCC-SLP, COM®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AARE_Brand_Block_-_Color_Long-_E-Learning-Feeding_480x480.jpg?v=1607712727\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent Disclosure: This presentation will focus on treatment methods related to the use of TalkTools® resources. Other similar treatment approaches will receive limited or no coverage during this lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1545\/7007\/files\/AOTA-Approved_Provider_Program_2_480x480.jpg?v=1607712811\" width=\"318\" height=\"86\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalkTools®️ is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Provider #: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Application Application ID\"\u003e5059\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This virtual course qualifies for 12 contact hours or 1.2 CEUs in the Category of Occupational Therapy Process. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. 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