Live Webinar for Therapists. Two Sessions for 12.5 Contact Hours (1.25 CEUs)
November 5 and 7, 2025
9:40 am EST • 8:40 am CST • 7:40 am MST • 6:40 am PST (US)
Registration includes access to both sessions and all handouts.
SAVE $20 when you register by September 24, 2025. Use coupon code EARLYBIRD20 at check out.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
With the increased prevalence of developmental delay, it’s time to move away from the “wait and see” approach to pre-gait skill performance and gait development for young children. Delays in this area have far-reaching implications for motor development, along with social participation and cognitive development. When clinicians conduct thorough evaluations, consider the orthopedic consequences of delayed gait, and understand the future effects on postural control and ambulation, they can apply evidence-based interventions to mitigate these factors. This course will examine the potential etiologies of delayed gait, assessment of pre-gait skill performance, and how to incorporate neuroplasticity principles into practice. Orthopedic development is presented as it concerns appropriate development of an adequate base of support and assessment of the pediatric lower quarter. Participants will learn collaboratively with each other and the instructor through multiple case studies that solidify learning and offer treatment tools to for immediate application in the therapy space.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Explain the effects of delayed ambulation
- Describe the benefits of proactive & preventive intervention for pediatric gai
- Consider principles of neuroplasticity when considering intervention to increase mobility
- Apply a segmental approach to assessment of the pediatric lower quarte
- Utilize pediatric lower extremity & foot anatomy, & the principles of orthopedic development, as related to the development & performance of pediatric gai
- Implement appropriate treatment strategies for children with gait abnormalities
AUDIENCE:
This course is designed for Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist
Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants and Early Interventionists.
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Primitive Reflexes: Strategies to Promote Integration – Strengthening Foundational Skills – Online Series
Receive access for a full year, downloadable handouts and 11 contact hours (1.1 CEUs)
$299/person
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Liesa M. Ritchie-Persaud, PT, DPT, PCS, is a licensed physical therapist with 33 years experience in the field of pediatric therapy. Liesa is the owner of "Know To Change," an organization dedicated to advancing the knowledge and skills of clinicians in pediatric practice. Both nationally and internationally, she has educated healthcare professionals in advanced treatment techniques, performed specialized practical training and provided consultative services. Liesa has worked in a variety of settings, including private pediatric clinics, schools, private homes, hospitals and long-term care facilities, as well as facilities overseas. Dr. Ritchie-Persaud is a Credentialed Clinical Instructor and also taught human anatomy, physiology. She received her Associate degree in 1993 and worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant while earning her B.S. in Organizational Leadership from Southern Nazarene University in Tulsa, OK. Dr. Ritchie-Persaud earned her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Findlay in Findlay, OH in 2003. She received her post-graduate Doctorate from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in 2011 and is a Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy. Liesa’s passion for helping others extends into her private life. She has volunteered as a Call Rape Advocate and Salvation Army volunteer. Her passion for travel has led her to teach and treat in Australia, New Zealand, Turkey, the Arab Emirates and Mexico, plus organizing and participating in mission work in Mexico, Ukraine and Palestine. Liesa’s wide range of clinical experience, organizational leadership, proficient teaching skills, motivation to improve the standard of care and enthusiasm and passion for her field make her an exciting and compelling instructor.
Liesa presented well thought out material and was very engaging. The use of videos was excellent. Many courses never get to the "treatment" aspect of a topic but Liesa had a great balance of background information, assessment and treatment. Thank you. -Tamara S. PT, Early Intervention
Don't Wait for Gait! is an excellent course that reviews evaluation and treatment techniques for pediatric gait. I finally understand how to perform a Ryder's test and will use the evaluation and treatment techniques for better outcomes with my clients. -Stacie L. PT
This was a great review of gait analysis and typical biomechanics for early walkers; combined with treatment ideas that can be used right away. -Jessica B., PT
I have heard amazing things about Liesa and they were all true! I learned not only the basics when it comes to the development of our gait, but also how much of an impact and little time frame we have to make an impact on a child's life that may last them a lifetime. It does not matter the number of years you have, this course is for all! -Meagan, PT
This is my second course from Liesa Ritchie and it will not be my last! She has such great knowledge about how gait affects the whole patient. From birth to death we should be looking at motor development as it affects gait in every way! Her presentation of material is to the point and clear allowing for immediate use in the clinic. I recommend her courses to all pediatric and teen PTs! -PT
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This course meets the criteria for 12.5 contact hours (1.25 CEUs) Intermediate Level.
Applied to the FL Physical Therapy Association for 15 continuing education contact hours.
Approved by the MD Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Approved by the MN Board of Physical Therapy. Approved by the NJ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Approved by the OH Physical Therapy Association.
Approved sponsor by the State of IL Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for Physical Therapy for 15 contact hours. Application has been made to Illinois EI Training Program. Approved provider by the NY State Board of Physical Therapy for 15 contact hours (1.5 CEUs).
Education Resources, Inc. is an approved provider for Physical Therapy CEUs in the following states: CA, OK and TX.
The following state boards of physical therapy accept other states’ approval: AK, AR, AZ, DC, DE, GA, HI, ID, IN, KS, KY, MA, MI, MO, MS, NC, OR, PA, RI, SC, UT, VA, VT, WI, WY. The following state boards of physical therapy either do not require course pre-approval or do not require CEUs for re-licensure: AL, CO, CT, IA, ME, MT, NE, ND, NH, SD, WA.
12 hours of this course qualify towards the discipline-specific hours for the 20-hour requirement for NDTA re-certification. They do NOT qualify towards the 8-hour NDTA Instructor requirement for re-certification.
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