Date: Friday March 22, 2024 9am to 4pm JHB, South Africa time zone
(Anyone can join us from anywhere in the world. Sessions will be recorded if unable to join from your time zone)
Description: This workshop is designed for professionals who would like to understand a deeper insight in the very high functions of the integrated brain as it impacts occupational function as an academic student and the social-emotional sphere including friendships, play and recreation. Maude will bring current neuroscience to the discussion and include assessment practice and intervention ideas. The journey through this day will immerse the listener into the fascinating application of science to learning and social behavior in a practical way that will motivate clinicians to revisit their client profiles with added information that will enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Outline / Agenda:
9.00 to 10.30am The Magnificent Vestibular System
10.30 to 11.00am Morning Break
11.00 to 12.30 pm The Auditory and Visual Systems
12.30 to 1.30pm Lunch
1.30 to 2.30pm Ideation, Visualization, and Imagination
2.30 to 2.45pm Afternoon Break
2.45 to 4.00pm Assessment and Intervention
Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:
- Define how the triad is instrumental for higher function
- Identify different implications of the three systems on academic proficiency
- Consider how social-emotional development is impacted by this triad of sensory systems
- Add the impact of visualization on overall occupational function
- List at least 10 activities that will support building these skills in an integrative way
Assessment: Completion of Feedback Form
Certificate of attendance will be provided. CPD points for South Africa has been applied for.
Provider Name: The Maude Le Roux Academy
Presenter: Maude Le Roux, OTR/L, SIPT, DIR/Floortime Expert Trainer
Bio: Maude Le Roux is an occupational therapist with an extensive following of professionals across the globe. She completed the SIPT training in 2002. Sensory integration forms the foundation from which she continues to develop different tracks of assessment and intervention. Maude is certified in multiple different techniques that she applies uniquely through her Developmental Pathways Model (DPM). She owns and directs a clinical practice in Glen Mills, PA, where she has become known for her effective assessment and intervention protocol. Maude owns and directs A Total Approach with a team consisting of occupational therapists, speech language pathologists and DIR/Floortime providers. She gives back to her community by serving on different boards and currently serves on the Board of Directors for ATTACh, a national organization dedicated to serve families and children with attachment related difficulties and trauma informed care. She co-authored the book “Our Greatest Allies” in 2011 with Lauren O’Malley describing the journey of one child on the autism spectrum. Maude opened her online academy in 2019 from where she trains professionals and parents globally in her assessment and intervention protocol, thoughts, and ideas.
Special Needs Accommodation: We invite anyone who may need a specific accommodation to contact [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Cancellation policy: Payment is due in full with registration through PayPal on this website. If the participant cancels before 30 days of the series, a $25 processing fee will be charged. Cancelling within the last 2 weeks of the workshop will result in 25% processing fee. Please contact [email protected] if you have any further questions in this regard.
Target Audience: Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Social Workers, Psychologists, Educators, Parents
Educational Level: Intermediary
Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Group Discussion, Video
Contact Hours: 5 hours, 15 minutes
Fee: $60.00