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LEARNING ZONE Processing Disorder (SPD) and classroom management strategies for children with SMD will be covered. Cost: £130. Venue: London Road Community Hospital, Derby. Visit: www.ncore.org.uk or email: dhft. [email protected] 14 MARCH 2019 Sensory Integration seminar one. Is it sensory-based or is it sensory integration? Clarification of the concepts in clinical practice NCORE Lecturer: Dr Sidney Chu. In this seminar, the core concepts of the Ayres Sensory Integration® intervention and sensory- based interventions will be discussed in order to help therapists to understand the about a range of upper limb treatments available to their patient group. This course covers topics such as CIMT, saeboflex, mirror therapy and motor imagery. Venue: Oxford Centre for Enablement. Cost: £275. To book please email: coursecoordinator@ ouh.nhs.uk 15 MARCH 2019 Seminar: An introduction to a family-centred, Outcome-focused and 3-tiered school-based occupational therapy. Model of integrated service delivery NCORE Lecturer: Dr Sidney Chu. This seminar aims at introducing a family-centred, outcome- focused and 3-tiered integrated school- differences between the two interventions. 9.00am - 12.30pm. Cost: £60 *special offer. Book onto both seminar one and two for £100*. Venue: London Road Community Hospital, Derby. Visit: www. ncore.org.uk or email: [email protected] based occupational therapy service to support children with SEN attending mainstream and special schools. 9.00am – 12.30pm. Cost: £60. Venue: London Road Community Hospital, Derby. Visit: www. ncore.org.uk or email: [email protected] 14 MARCH 2019 Sensory integration seminar two: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD) and Sensory Processing Disorders (SPD) – Differential diagnosis and Comorbidity NCORE 21 MARCH 2019 Masterclass: Assessing and treating fatigue – Skills and strategies for occupational therapy practice Lecturer: Dr Sidney Chu. In this seminar, the clinical presentation and neurological basis of both ADHD and SPD conditions will be discussed. 1.30pm - 5.00pm. Cost: £60 *special offer. Book onto both Seminar 1 and 2 for £100*. Venue: London Road Community Hospital, Derby. Visit: www. ncore.org.uk or email: [email protected] 14 – 15 MARCH 2019 Upper limb rehabilitation for the neurological patient: A multi- faceted approach Oxford Centre for Enablement, Neurological Rehabilitation Services This is a two day course designed for occupational therapists and physiotherapists working with patients with neurological impairments. At the end of the course delegates will be more informed Facilitated by Dr Sue Pemberton, this masterclass is aimed at occupational therapists from any clinical setting who find that fatigue is a significant problem for their clients and who want to increase their knowledge, enhance their skills and develop this area of practice. Venue: Royal College of Occupational Therapists. Cost: Member £160; non-member £300. Visit: www.rcot.co.uk/fatigue 25 MARCH 2019 SI module two: Clinical reasoning in sensory integration – assessment Sensory Integration Education SI module two, accredited by Ulster University, is the second part of the modular pathway which also offers the opportunity to work towards a Postgraduate Diploma or Masters of Science Degree in Sensory Integration. This module builds on the theory of SI, the principles of sensory integration assessments and the use of clinical reasoning to apply theory to practice in the context of specific client groups. Venue: Online. Cost: £899 (member fee). Bookings close 25 February 2019. Visit: www.sensoryintegration.org.uk/page-18662 25 MARCH 2019 Sensory integration module three: Assessment and intervention Sensory Integration Education SI module three, accredited by University of Ulster, offers an opportunity to achieve Postgraduate Certificate, and work towards a Postgraduate Diploma and Masters in Sensory Integration. Recent advances in neuroscience support the application of the theory of SI as a treatment approach for children, adolescents, adults and with older adults. It covers the theory of SI, the principles of SI assessments and the use of clinical reasoning to apply theory to practice. Venue: Online. Cost: £899 (member fee). Bookings close 25 February 2019. Visit: www.sensoryintegration.org.uk/page- 18663 25 MARCH 2019 How to be an Independent OT Access Independent Ltd. Looking to have better work/life balance, wishing to work as an Independent Practitioner? This workshop aims to equip any OT with the essentials of working Independently including: Demystifying tax, VAT, insurance; What to charge, effective credit control and bookkeeping; Identifying your USP/How to set yourself apart; Selling effectively, use of social media; Diversifying your skills; Network with an independent practitioner. Venue: ibis Birmingham New Street Station, 21 Ladywell Walk, Birmingham, B5 4ST. Cost: £120 for first 10 people, standard rate £170, includes lunch etc. For more details and booking go to: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how- to-be-an-independent-ot-tickets-526683 45439 and direct queries to stephen. [email protected] OTnews January 2019 53