Empowering Engagement:

OT & Executive Functioning in Schools

Lean into your role as a school-based occupational therapy practitioner in supporting executive functioning.  

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Do school-based OTPs really address executive functioning? 

Have you ever felt unsure of your role when it comes to addressing executive functioning as a school-based occupational therapy practitioner?  You're not alone. 

  • You know you are more than a handwriting therapist. 
  • You want to empower student success.
  • You don't know where to begin.

Does that sound about right?

You've probably even asked some colleagues and done some online searches.  If you're here, perhaps you've already arrived at the conclusion that executive functioning deserves your attention (even if it feels like a buzzword).  

There's no clear-cut guide that can tell you exactly how to handle executive functioning in schools.  I wish there was.  But you're an OTP - you're not a stranger to the answer "it depends". 

It's your nature to use your OT knowledge to holistically look at each student and scenario and make informed decisions.  You just need a framework to equip you to confidently address executive functioning in the school setting.

INTRODUCING...

Empowering Engagement: OT & Executive Functioning in Schools

Explore the role of school-based OTPs in addressing executive functioning at your own pace through video modules in this 1.75 contact hour course.  

Learn The Basics

Gain practical insight into what executive functioning is, common diagnoses that impact executive functioning, and why it needs to matter to school-based OTPs.

Understand Your Role

Sharpen your discernment in determining when and how to best support your students with executive functioning differences as part of the school-based team.

Lean Into A Strengths-Based Approach

Learn to apply your knowledge when working with students using a strengths-based approach to facilitate their engagement and success.

Develop a framework to confidently approach executive functioning as a school-based OTP.

$59

You can expect:

  • 3 Modules, each with self-paced video lessons
  • 6 months course access starting at purchase
  • 1.75 contact hours (TOTA approved CEs)
ENROLL IN COURSE

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  •  Identify executive function skills and common diagnoses impacting executive functioning.
  •  Describe the role of occupational therapy practitioners in addressing executive functioning in the school setting.
  •  Reflect on current practice and identify ways to foster student engagement through the application of executive function supports in natural school contexts.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Introduction

Module 1: The Basics of EF & School-Based Practice

  • Executive Functions & Why They Matter at School
  • The Role of Occupational Therapy Practitioners in Addressing Executive Functions

Module 2: Evaluation & Intervention

  • Evaluation & Assessment of EF Concerns in School
  • Areas of Intervention to Consider

Module 3: Application Through a Strengths-Based Lens

  • Strength-Based Approach 
  • Case studies

Closing & Final Assessment

Are you ready to learn how you can effectively support students with executive functioning differences?

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TOTA Approved Course

This course has been approved by the Texas Occupational Therapy Association (TOTA) for 1.75 CEUs.  Approval is valid June 7, 2024 - June 7, 2025.  Course #541-01.

I'm Jennifer Huff.

I've experienced all the frustrations that come with being a pediatric occupational therapist.  Sometimes it feels like our scope is so broad, and we'll never know enough! 

Over the years, I have learned that being an OTP is less about being an expert in every topic, and more about the approach we take in problem solving to facilitate functional skills and activities.  

Executive functioning has long been an interest area of mine, and a few years ago I completed coursework to become an Executive Functions Consultant.  

As I heard the topic of executive functioning brought up more and more in OT spaces, I couldn't help but notice how ill-equipped many in the OTP community felt in speaking to this area.  I knew I needed to be a part of the solution, so I created this course.  

I truly hope you find it beneficial and instructive.  Thank you taking steps to be the best OTP you can be.