Supporting Functional Development in Early Intervention

Nisha S. Sanghvi, OTR/L

Online Course

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Supporting Functional Development in Early Intervention

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Description

Early intervention services support the development of children during a critical time of brain development with support of self-regulation. It is important to understand typical development, identify areas of need and embed evidence-based strategies into everyday routines. It is critical to address priorities identified by the family, using a strength- based approach and team collaboration. It is imperative to empower parents and caregivers to read child cues, facilitate appropriate strategies with understanding and consistency to promote independence and success.

This course will provide best practices for providing effective early intervention services in natural environments. Participants will identify red flags within early childhood development. Participants will also learn ways to support the development of foundational skills to improve function with daily routines. Evidence-based strategies will be reviewed to help strengthen the neuro sensory-motor pathways. Participants will leave this course knowing how to develop a collaborative treatment plan to support patients and empower parents and caregivers.

Highlights

  • Recognize the foundational skills for typical development and red flags to help identify impact on everyday function
  • Implement evidence-based strategies to strengthen neurosensory motor pathways to enhance development and success with daily activities
  • Team collaboration strategies to empower parents and caregivers which support growth and learning
  • IDEA Part C Early Intervention services: providing care in natural environments with family- identified priorities

Learning Objectives

  1. Implement early intervention services from referral and eligibility of Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
  2. Analyze physical development and regulation skills needed for growth and development during the critical period from birth to three years with evidence-based intervention.
  3. Examine a collaborative team approach with reflective supervision practices to support the family and caregivers of early intervention patients.

Course Content

Supporting Functional Development in Early Intervention
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  1. Best Practices in Early Intervention
    1. Guiding principles to identify eligibility
    2. Needs and development of IFSP
    3. Awareness of family strengths, needs, concerns, andpriorities
  2. Evidence-Based Strategies to Strengthen Neuro-Sensory Motor Pathways
    1. Improving physical development
    2. Regulation and coping skills
    3. Social/emotional development and communication
    4. Feeding and mealtime routines
  3. Collaborative Team Approach When Implementing Coaching Model
    1. Support growth and learning in natural environmentsthrough everyday routines
    2. Teaming and collaboration
    3. Community resources and transition
Nisha S. Sanghvi, OTR/L is a licensed and certified occupational therapist with more than 19 years of experience in pediatrics. Ms. Sanghvi graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT. She has worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, school and home/community-based settings and provides trainings across the country. Ms. Sanghvi strongly believes in supporting children and empowering their families. She strives to help families understand and make the necessary adaptations to help their child be successful at home, school and the community. Ms. Sanghvi currently has her own practice, Integrated Pediatrics Inc., providing direct services, attending meetings to support children services and providing consultation services with schools and community-based programs to promote the success of children with different needs. Ms. Sanghvi currently serves on the governor appointed Illinois Interagency Council on Early Intervention, is a member of IL OT Association and member of the Zero to Three. Ms. Sanghvi strives to help give children the self-confidence and skills they need to succeed in everyday activities.

DISCLOSURES

FINANCIAL: Nisha Sanghvi is compensated as the owner of Integrated Pediatrics and by Summit as an instructor.

NONFINANCIAL: Nisha Sanghvi serves on the Illinois Interagency Council on Early Intervention. She is a member of the ILOTA, where she also serves on the Illinois Early Intervention Special Interest Committee. She is also a member of the AOTA and Zero to Three.

Summit receives financial support for this course from Physitrack

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