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COURSES AND EVENTS 22 APRIL 2020 MOHO – ExpLOR study day: Using the MOHO exploratory level outcome ratings MOHO-ExpLOR is the latest assessment based on MOHO to be developed in the UK. It highlights the factors that support occupational participation when a person experiences severe impairments, and even when a person’s health is deteriorating. Facilitated by Sue Parkinson, the aims of the workshop are to: Distribute the MOHO-ExpLOR assessment; outline the exploratory level of change; examine the MOHO-ExpLOR items and rating scales; consider associated environmental interventions. Venue: RCOT. Cost: members £160; non-members £300. Contact: lisa. [email protected] www.rcot.co.uk/mohoexplor 22 APRIL 2020 depression or PTSD. Venue: The Studio, Riverside West, Whitehall Road, Leeds LS1 4AW. Cost: Early bird rate £144 incl VAT. Contact: [email protected] www.sleepunlimited.co.uk/next-courses 24 APRIL 2020 Carbon monoxide awareness/risks in the home Gas Safe Charity Free carbon monoxide awareness workshop on morning of 24 April aimed at staff who make visits to the homes of vulnerable people. Focusing on the sources, signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide, with an emphasis on longer term, low level poisoning. There is an increased risk of falls and generally feeling unwell. Venue: Royal College of Nursing, W1G 0RN. Cost: Free. To book a place please email: [email protected]. Limited places. Occupational Therapy Adaptation Conference (OTAC) Leeds Promoting Independence 24 – 25 APRIL 2020 Following a month off in March, OTAC’s 2020 schedule resumes in Leeds. OTAC will be presenting the latest equipment and adaptation guidance as well as: CPD opportunities – new products; over 40 exhibitors per event; networking; training including moving and handling by Handicare. Free lunch and refreshments. With 10 events in 2020, one should be within a short commute from your home or office. Venue: Weetwood Hall Estate and Conference Centre, Otley Road, Leeds, LS16 5PS. Cost: Free. Visit: www.otac.org.uk for all dates. Contact: [email protected] www.otac.org.uk This two-day interactive workshop is suitable for professionals working with adults who have insight problems following brain injury. The course presents a practical model within which to understand awareness and acceptance problems following brain injury. The workshop format encourages the development of practical activities that can be put into practice within teams. Venue: Gatwick Hilton Hotel, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, London, RH6 0LL. Cost: £185. www.braintreetraining.co.uk 24 APRIL 2020 Co-occupations: doing it together RCOTSS – Mental Health RCOTSS-Mental Health perinatal clinical forum study day to explore co-occupations. Aims: develop knowledge and understanding of co-occupations; network and build relations with experienced occupational therapists practising throughout the UK; using evidence based practice consider and apply learning to current work place setting. Venue: RCOT, 106-114 Borough High Street, London, SE1 1LB. Cost: Free https://rcotssmh-co-occupations-doingittogether. eventbrite.co.uk 24 APRIL 2020 Learn sleep – for professionals working with people with life changing injuries Sleep Unlimited Ltd This course is aimed at professionals working in neurorehabilitation. An introduction to evidence based psychological and behavioural treatment interventions with proven efficacy and recommended by NICE (Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia) for children and adults who have a brain injury, chronic pain, fatigue, anxiety, 60 OTnews March 2020 Insight workshop Brain Tree Training 27 APRIL 2020 Quickshifts – Revolutionising the use of sound to support occupational performance Brainsense Therapy and Vital Links This course will explore the therapeutic application of Quickshift ™ and Gearshift ™ music to shift states of alertness and set up the nervous system for optimal success. Music can be effectively used in treatment sessions, home programmes and school settings with immediate effect. Music can be played on CD or an App providing a cost effective way of introducing sound tools into therapy. Venue: Hamilton House – Kings Cross London. Cost: £199. Contact: Anna, email: [email protected] or tel: [phone]. www.brainsensetherapy.com or www.vitallinks.com 27 APRIL 2020 Certification in Ayres Sensory Integration (CASI) ASI WISE Module one of six commences. ASI Practitioner Certification. Superb comprehensive curriculum; hands on practical experience, research and evidence. Taught by experts including Dr Susanne Smith Roley and Kath Smith. Learning that takes you from novice to ASI Practitioner [ICEASI Level 2], including ASI Fidelity Rater rating [M5]. This six-module programme includes face to face and online learning. Register today www.asi-wise.