This program is offered for 1.2 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level; Professional Area). 1.2 AOTA CEUs. The Illinois Early Intervention Training Program has approved this event for 12 hours of EI credential credit in the area of Assessment, Atypical Development, Intervention, and Typical Development. 12 Instructional Hours (see TalkTools ASHA CEU Policy and Process for more information).

Course Description

This up to date self-study online course explores and explains the complex issues surrounding feeding disorders. Offers a comprehensive explanation of sensory processing and the impact on feeding. Pre-feeding exercises designed to develop the motor skills for safe, effective, nutritive feeding and therapeutic feeding techniques are targeted. The class includes two live evaluations and program plans.

Learning Outcomes

• The participant will be able to identify and define the developmental acquisition of feeding skills.
• The participant will be able to recognize individual oral-phase feeding deficiencies.
• The participant will be able to list at least four goals of an SLP-administered oral-motor feeding program.
• The participant will be able to explain the benefits of improved oral movement in cases of oral-phase feeding deficiencies.

The "Feeding Therapy..." course is an interactive, hands-on workshop. When taking this course as a self-study it is encouraged that you follow along with all of the activities.

The list of optional supplies indicates what is included and the recommended food items you will want to have on hand while watching and following along with the video course.

Instructor

Lori Overland, MS, CCC-SLP bio

LEVEL TRAINING PROGRAM

Feeding Therapy: A Sensory-Motor Approach -- together with 3-Part Treatment Plan for OPT -- comprise LEVEL 1 NOVICE training - click through to learn more about TalkTools exclusive LEVEL Training.

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