Workshops & events
Learning Events Occupational therapy is a diverse profession with endless learning opportunities. We list both SAOT-sponsored and non-sponsored educational opportunities and events here. Do you have ideas for workshops? Are you a trained facilitator? We want to hear from you! Email your ideas to education@saot.ca.
Some children resist participating in family and school activities or respond in unusual ways to ordinary sensations of touch and movement, sights and sounds. Because of a common disability called Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), they don't behave as we expect – not because they won’t, but because they can’t. SPD interferes with the neurological process of organizing information about ordinary sensations that we get from our body and environment to use in daily life. A child, adolescent or adult with SPD may… Some children resist participating in family and school activities or respond in unusual ways to ordinary sensations of touch and movement, sights and sounds. Because of a common disability called Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), they don't behave as we expect – not because they won’t, but because they can’t. SPD interferes with the neurological process of organizing information about ordinary sensations that we get from our body and environment to use in daily life. A child, adolescent or adult with SPD may… Our Level 2 Program is separated into two parts: Vestibular and Ocular Rehabilitation Methods and Complex Case Management with Cervical Treatment Considerations. When: June 21 – 23, 2019 (3 full days) Where: The Executive Royal Hotel, 2828 23 St NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8T4 Cost: $950 + HST Who: The course is open to Physiotherapists, Physicians, Chiropractors, Occupational Therapists, Optometrists, and Athletic Therapists and other Rehabilitation Professionals. Our Level 2 program provides complex management training for rehabilitation professionals. This program… $100 Registration Fee – Includes Lunch, Refreshments & Certificates of Completion 15 Expert Presenters! Practical Information! Extraordinary Value! Relevant for All Levels of Care – Home Care, Supportive Living & Long-term Care Of interest to occupational therapists, physiotherapists, recreation therapists, nurses, social workers… Highlighted Sessions Challenging Balance and Building Strength the Bender Ball Way - Leslie McEwan, Older Adult Training Specialist Complimentary ball for every participant, courtesy of Flaman Fitness! Learn how to incorporate these easy to follow core/balance exercises… INTEGRATING ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY (ACT) INTO YOUR PRACTICE Implementing ACT Intro : Friday, July 5th, 2019 Registration 8:15-8:45am Child & Adolescent Intensive : Saturday, July 6th, 2019 Registration 8:15-8:45am AND Sunday, July 7th, 2019 Cost: Day 1 - $175 Days 2 & 3 - $300 Days 1, 2, & 3 - $450 *NO REFUNDS after June 15, 2019* Location: (It's beautiful and comfy) Westman Village Centre in the Theatre 188 Mahogany Centre SE, Calgary AB Parking and Lunch Options…
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June 2019
Getting Kids “In Sync” at Home and School – NEW Date Added!
Getting Kids “In Sync” at Home and School – June 14, 2019 – SOLD OUT
Shift Concussion Management – Level 2 Course
Bringing Seniors Into Focus – Health Professionals Mini-Conference
July 2019
Integrating Acceptance & Commitment (ACT) Therapy into practice
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SAOT accepts postings from external providers that are of interest to occupational therapists in Alberta. Post your course, workshop or event for $95 plus applicable GST.