This practical and engaging course teaches participants strategies to maximize functional outcomes for children 0-3 years old by focusing on treatment of the trunk, lower extremity, and upper extremity as well as tools to improve transitional movements, standing and walking skills.
Learn how to assess and treat babies from birth to 3 years old with known or suspected neuromotor impairments. An emphasis will be placed on the practical application of treatment strategies to gain functional outcomes appropriate for this age group and how to incorporate therapeutic strategies into family life.
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Suzanne Davis Bombria, PT, C/NDT is an internationally recognized clinician, speaker & consultant. She is one of the investigators in the RCT project titled “Multi-modal intervention for children with cerebral palsy” and is versed in research. Currently residing in CT, Ms. Davis Bombria applies evidence-based practice with babies and children of all ages, specializing in intensive therapy as well as ongoing intervention. She enjoys teaching therapists around the world and is dedicated to providing insight into contemporary NDT. Ms. Davis Bombria is a Pediatric Coordinator-Instructor and Advanced Course Instructor for the NDTA (TM). Her passion for her work as a pediatric therapist, instructor and mother of a son with cerebral palsy, along with her easy presentation style, provide the theoretical and practical solutions all therapists can apply to their patient population.
DISCLOSURES
Suzanne Davis Bombria receives a honorarium from Education Resources.
She has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
"One of the best NDT presenters I've heard. So compassionate and honest with her treatment approach and ideas. Comes so naturally to her that it was easy to listen to her and learn the concepts from the baby course. I will be able to take back all of the things that I learned from the course and implement them into my practice. Thank you Suzanne!" -S Williams, OT
"This was an excellent course! Suzanne is very dynamic, knowledgeable, and passionate. As a newer therapist, she did an excellent job of breaking down content so I could understand it." -Amanda Baum, OT
"One of the best courses I've taken. You make everything make sense." -Tracee Dalton, PT
"This was an incredible class that enabled me to tie everything together in practice. It was a class that kept you engaged 100% of the time and I know will guide my practice to a better place." -Katherine Linnane, OTR/L
"This course exceeded my expectations. The content was clear and relevant. The speaker was engaging; supplementing labs with hands on practice with lecture was helpful for carryover." -Melissa Smith, SLP
"Suzanne is an extremely engaging and knowledgeable speaker. She brings not only a PT perspective to treatment of the child with neurological impairment but also an OT and ST perspective. Her combination of clinical experience, knowledge and compassion make her an amazing therapist and teacher." -Heather Dixon Sholes
"Suzanne was knowledgeable and dynamic presenter. She made the course material on NDT concepts accessible to immediate treatment follow through that was applicable to the age group. Her movements and demonstrations were fluid and teaching techniques were never stagnant. I have learned so much through this course, I am so glad I was able to participate." -Alexis Lovingood, OT
"This course had a great flow and Suzanne presents the material well. I loved all the opportunities to get hands-on and observe treatment. This definitely boosted my confidence in knowing I'm providing my kiddos with great therapy." -Heather de Souza, OT
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This course meets the criteria for 18 contact hours (1.8) CEUs.
This workshop meets the accepted standards for continuing competence in CT, NH, and MA.
TX Physical Therapy Association approved Provider. Approved sponsor by the State of IL Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for Physical Therapy.
Application has been made to the IL EI Training Program.
Approved provider by the NY State Board of Physical Therapy for 21.6 contact hours.
Application has been made to the FL Physical Therapy Association for 21.5 continuing education hours.
Approved provider of continuing education by the American Occupational Therapy Association #3043, for 18 contact hours (1.8 CEUs) - Intermediate Level Occupational Therapy Process: assessment, intervention. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by AOTA.
This course meets the approval for type 2 CEUs by the TX Board of OT Examiners
NBCOT professional development provider - 18 PDUs
This course is offered for up to 1.8 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level, Professional area)
This course meets the criteria for 18 hours towards NDTA re-certification
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