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Feeding Fundamentals

3pm-5pm CST

4pm - 6pm ET

https://carolinaspeechpathology.thinkific.com/courses/PediatricFeedingFUNdamentals

Course Description

In this webinar, we will delve into various aspects of pediatric feeding, including common feeding issues, assessment techniques, intervention strategies, and collaborative approaches involving parents, caregivers, and healthcare providers. Our goal is to equip you with valuable insights, evidence-based practices, and practical tips that can enhance your ability to support children with feeding difficulties.

Throughout the session, we will explore the importance of early identification and intervention, the role of multidisciplinary teams in addressing feeding challenges comprehensively, and the significance of considering developmental milestones, sensory sensitivities, and behavioral factors in feeding assessments and interventions.

Learning Objectives

  • List common pediatric feeding challenges and their impact on development.

  • Describe the importance of early detection of pediatric feeding difficulties.

  • Outline typical pediatric feeding development.

  • Summarize up-to-date techniques and strategies to support those with pediatric feeding impairments. 

Time Ordered Agenda

  • 4:00: Introduction, Disclosures, Learner Objectives and Agenda

  • 4:10: Understanding Pediatric Feeding: Common Feeding Challenges and Their Impact on Development, Importance of Early Detection

  • 4:30: Swallowing Basics: Typical Feeding Development, Overview of Pediatric Anatomy, Signs and Symptoms of Feeding/Swallowing Difficulties

  • 4:50: Assessment and Evaluation: Importance of Multidisciplinary Approach, The Role of Caregivers 

  • 5:20: Strategies and Interventions: Feeding and Positioning Techniques, Therapy Approaches, Adaptive Tools and Equipment

  • 5:50: Q and A and Summary

  • 6:00: Adjourn

Joining the Webinar

You will find information on how to join and complete this live webinar and webinar recording  in the course portal located on our Thinkific dashboard once you complete the course registration. One the day of the webinar please log in approximately 10 minutes before the start time to ensure you do not have any technical challenges.

Webinar Notice

The content to this webinar will not be available after July 1, 2024.

Successful participation in this course includes completion of the post-test with a score of 80% or higher, then participants will automatically receive a course completion certificate.  

This course is offered for 2.0 Professional Development Hours. We can report your participation to ASHA if you choose for 0.2 ASHA CEUs, just be sure to include your ASHA number when you register. If you do not want your participation reported to ASHA, you have the option to decline on the course registration page. 

Refund Policy

There are no refunds for this course, as it is offered both live and as a recording for a limited time.

Source: https://carolinaspeechpathology.thinkific.com/courses/PediatricFeedingFUNdamentals