Supporting Parents and Caregivers in Early Childhood

Webinar Length (Hours):

1.5

Speaker:

Lori Benson Adams, MEd

$50.00

Supporting Parents and Caregivers in Early Childhood

The first few years of a child’s life are critical with the greatest growth in language and motor and brain development. Much of this growth is supported by caregivers and established through a loving, enriching environment. This can be a daunting task for any caregiver. But when delays, medical complications, new diagnosis, and disabilities are present, navigating these early years becomes more complex. As service providers for these young families, we are often their first introduction to the world of special needs. We can play a tremendous role by informing, supporting, encouraging, and empowering parents and in equipping them for the years ahead. This 90-minute course honors the role of early childhood service providers and their unique place in the lives of caregivers by providing insight, resources, and strategies that can be easily and immediately used and shared. Topics include neuro-affirming practices, honoring cultural differences, and the 7 Key Practices for Early Intervention.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify research-based neuro-affirming and culturally diverse best practices.
  2. State two strategies for using natural environments as a therapeutic setting.
  3. Describe the five steps of successful Parent Coaching.

Course Information

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

AOTA-Approved Provider Program

Sensational Brain LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development (#8215). PD activity approval ID# 11879. This distance learning, independent activity is offered at 0.15 CEUs, Introductory level, OT Delivery Service. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.

Lori Benson Adams, MEd, is an educational intervention specialist and owner of Breakthrough Learning Solutions. She has over 40 years of experience with students who experience sensory, learning, behavioral, and executive function challenges.  In addition to maintaining a private practice, Lori presents nationally to audiences of parents, therapists, and educators. Her years in early intervention and as a special education classroom teacher bring a doable approach to strategies and solutions, and she is known for her immediately practical information and wealth of knowledge and resources. Additional information can be found on her website: Lori Benson Adams, MEd. To view Lori’s courses, check out her product page.

Disclosures

  • Financial: Lori Benson Adams receives a speaking fee from Sensational Brain LLC and is the owner of Breakthrough Learning Solutions and Learning Lotus.
  • Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

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