24 April 2023
Postgraduate certificate in sensory integration Sensory Integration Education Qualify as a sensory integration practitioner with a PGCert in SI , accredited by Sheffield Hallam University . Study online ; gain mentored clinical experience ; full access to university facilities . Evidence-based and aligned with NHS CPD . Bookings close 24 March 2023 . Venue : Online event . Cost : £ 2,849 includes modules 1 , 2 and 3 ( Instalment plans available ) www . sensoryintegrationeducation . com
24 April 2023
OTs and fit notes Access Independent Ltd OTs can now certify fit notes . What does this mean for OTs ? This course covers what are fit notes , their legalities , when they should and should not be certified , what should and should not be included , the role of the employer and HR , a GP ’ s perspective , and the reality of OTs certifying fit notes . Delivered by Lynette Parkes , occupational therapist . Time : 9.30am – 1pm . Venue : Remote , so from your home or office . Cost : £ 36 each for first 10 bookings , then £ 60 each per day . Contact : gabriella . mak @ accessindependent . co . uk or 01223 229091 . Book via our website below . www . accessindependent . co . uk
24 – 27 April 2023
Occupational therapy for children , young people and their families OT Applied This four day course includes best practice in assessment and intervention for children with ASD , CP , DCD , Intellectual Impairment and more , from birth to school leaving age . A focus on latest evidence-based approaches and effective intervention from referral to discharge . Also includes writing EHCPs , coaching and service delivery models such as the tiered approach in education . Tickets via Eventbrite only . Venue : Virtual via Zoom . Cost : £ 450 www . otapplied . com
27 April 2023
Leaders and managers networking event RCOT SS – Children , Young People and Families The RCOT SS – CYPF leaders and managers clinical forum is a quarterly , virtual network meeting , providing a space to network , share practice examples , unpick policy updates , and discuss service challenges . Time : 1.30 – 3pm . Venue : Virtual via Zoom . Cost : Free . Contact : rcot . branches @ rcot . co . uk www . rcot . co . uk / events
27 or 28 April or 21 or 22 September 2023
Understanding dementia and lessening its impact Understanding Dementia Nine-week course , summer or autumn term . Trainer : Shirley Pearce . Types of dementia , promoting wellbeing , dementia-friendly communication techniques , relationship dynamics , risk management and more . Weekly sessions include video , Q & A and discussion . Follow-up support available . Thursdays 8 – 9pm or Fridays 10 – 11am . Contact : lucy . w @ understandingdementia . co . uk or tel : 07856 898630 . Venue : Virtual via Zoom . Cost : £ 175 per person www . understandingdementia . co . uk
4 May 2023
MLF networking event RCOT SS – Independent Practice A bi-monthly ( November , January , March , May , July , September ) session to provide RCOT SS – IP members with the opportunity to network with fellow members interested / working in the medico-legal field ( case managers and expert witnesses ) ( with breakout rooms for different areas of practice if
necessary ) – with the sharing of best practice , experience and resources and problem solving . A speaker / topic will be included when possible . Time : 12 – 1.30pm . Venue : Virtual via Zoom Cost : Free – for RCOT SS – IP members only . Contact : rcot . branches @ rcot . co . uk www . rcot . co . uk / events
5 May 2023
Regional networking RCOT SS – Independent Practice A monthly session to provide RCOT SS – IP members with the opportunity to network with fellow regional members ( via breakout rooms ) – with the sharing of best practice , experience and resources and problem solving . Time : 12.30 – 2pm . Venue : Virtual via Zoom . Cost : Free RCOT SS – IP members only . Contact : rcot . branches @ rcot . co . uk www . rcot . co . uk / events
10 May 2023
Oncology forum – Metastatic spinal cord compression event RCOT SS – Major Health Conditions Therapy guide to metastatic spinal cord compression . This session will cover : Overview ; Medical management and current guidelines ; Red flags and recognising early signs and symptoms ; Our therapy role ; Overview of rehabilitation guidelines and approaches . Venue : Virtual via Zoom . Time : 7 – 8pm . Cost : Free – RCOT SS members only . Contact : rcot . branches @ rcot . co . uk www . rcot . co . uk / events
16 May 2023
An overview of working in a specialist MDT service supporting patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus RCOT SS – Neurological Practice – Eastern Region An evening event for OTs in neurology . Toby Meek ( Physiotherapist at Addenbrookes Hospital ) will present working in a specialist MDT service supporting patients with normal
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