Relationship Matters Consultancy Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID # 13504. This distance learning – independent is offered at 1.2 CEUs, introductory level, foundational knowledge and OT service delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
ABOUT OUR COURSES – UPDATED JUNE, 2023
(Please note: if you are reading this and you have registered for this course prior to June 10, 2023, you may see some information that is different than what was outlined with your earlier registration. In particular, we have updated our enrollment duration and length of Q&As going forward. Please contact our team with any questions you may have about this. We are accommodating of duration extension requests for personal viewing, within reason. THE DEADLINE FOR EXTENSION REQUESTS from past participants whose access has already expired is SEPTEMBER 1, 2023. AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 2023: you will have the opportunity to pay an administration fee of $50 CAD for an additional 120 days of access.)
COURSE STRUCTURE SUMMARY:
Immediate access to pre-recorded learning modules & resources for 365 days from date of purchase (increased from 120 days)
Complimentary access to 1 x 60 Minute Zoom Q&A Session with Kim & Team as outlined below
100% completion of course content + participation or viewing of Q&A session required for certificate
The date of this event in the calendar is based on the NEXT UPCOMING Q&A. The calendar date will update to the next upcoming Q&A as each Q&A takes place.
As you will see below, you have a choice of one complimentary Q&A date and will be assigned that date - please choose your registration link below accordingly.
Ability to attend subsequent future Q&As on this topic for a small additional fee to continue to engage with Kim & Team
Financial support and group discounts are available via application links below
COURSE STRUCTURE DETAILS:
12 Total Hours (including Q&A).
Treating Movement Challenges in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: NDT for ASD is a regularly-delivered series available for ongoing enrolment. Upon registration here, participants receive immediate access to the pre-recorded learning modules, handouts and resources. Access to this content expires in one year from the date that you purchase your registration.
In addition to the immediately available pre-recorded content, this course includes one complimentary live on Zoom 60-minute Q&A session with Kim & the Relationship Matters Team. The event calendar date currently displayed reflects the date of the next upcoming Q&A session. You will be automatically assigned the next upcoming Q&A date for your complimentary session, based on the date of your registration.
These Q&A sessions are scheduled to take place approximately every 6-8 months, with the recording of this session made available. Course certificates are available upon request in the form provided in the course after the live Q&A session has taken place – live participation or viewing of the Q&A recording is required for your certificate (if this is an issue for you due to funding or other deadlines, please contact us here to discuss options). Registrants are encouraged to submit questions in advance and ask them live. Even if registrants are unable to make the Q&A date and time, they will still be able to see the Q&A’s recording. Upon completion of the pre-recorded lessons as well as their complimentary Q&A, registrants then meet the prerequisite of attending any future Q&A for a small fee ($30 CDN) should they wish to further engage with Kim & the team or have new questions on this topic.
As always, financial support and group discounts are available. Please find links to apply for these below.
If you have any questions about our courses, please contact our team here.
We look forward to supporting you in your learning journey.
COURSE TITLE: Treating Movement Challenges in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: NDT for ASD
COURSE PROVIDER: Relationship Matters Consultancy, Inc
INSTRUCTOR / Speaker / Author: Kim Barthel, OTR, C/NDT, Advanced OT
TARGET AUDIENCE: OT, PT
INSTRUCTIONAL FORMAT: HYBRID: A combination of independant distance learning + live 60 minute Q&A.
EDUCATIONAL LEVEL: Introductory
PREREQUESITES: None
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS: Pre-recorded learning modules clearly segmented to move the learner through the different elements of neurobiology, accompanying handouts, and a live online Q&A session. Each module provides clinical examples identifying how to apply the learning to clinical reasoning and practice.
TIME ORDERED AGENDA: approximately 11 hours of self-paced pre-recorded learning + a 60 minute live online Q&A
AOTA continuing education units (CEUs) and Contact Hours: 12 Contact Hours, 1.2 AOTA CEUs
SPECIAL NEEDS REQUESTS: Please contact hello@kimbarthel.ca if you are requiring modifications because of a documented disability.
PD ACTIVITY COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: To successfully complete this course, you must certify you viewed the entire video or read the entire article, achieve a passing score of 70% on the posttest and complete the evaluation.
QUESTIONS? Contact hello@kimbarthel.ca
Description:
Movement challenges are the functional limitations most often neglected in the treatment of children with ASD. Current motor control literature and neurobiological research highlight the motor systems impairments in the increasing prevalence of the ASD diagnosis. Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) is a frame of reference that guides clinicians in the analysis and treatment of posture and movement. This cutting-edge workshop will apply NDT principals, assessment, and intervention in treating the movement challenges of children on the spectrum. Comparing and contrasting between ASD compensatory motor patterns and typical motor development will be emphasized, offering a foundation for the facilitation of new motor learning through lecture, videotape analysis and virtual lab. This on-demand online learning experience will be available for viewing for 365 days.
It is an eight part online series including pre-recorded sessions and one live 60 min Q&A session.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
• Understand neurobiological and motor control research foundations of the movement impairments in ASD
• Describe Neuro-Developmental Treatment foundations of assessment and intervention for individuals with ASD
• Appreciate the comparison of components of movements observed in typical development and movements observed in children on the spectrum
• Acquire introductory handling skills and play schemes to enhance the unique motor learning and functional impairments for children on the spectrum
PRE-RECORDED MODULES:
Module #1 -
• Neurobiology of Motor Impairments in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Module #2 -
• Foundations of Neuro-Developmental Treatment for ASD
Module #3 -
• Video Treatment Demonstration – Analysis and Discussion
Module #4 -
• Understanding Components of Movement for Treatment Planning:
• Typical Development and Motor Impairments of ASD
Module #5 -
• Postural Control and Core Facilitation Lecture and Lab
Module #6 -
• Setting up the Environment and Play Schemes to Facilitate Postural Control: Lecture and Video Analysis
Module #7 -
• Facilitating Sequences of Movement: Lecture and Video Demo
Module #8 -
• Fine Motor, Oral Motor and Motor-Related ADL Challenges for Children with ASD: Lecture and Video Analysis
OPTIONS FOR Q&A DATES (you will be assigned your complimentary Q&A date based on your selection of registration link below):
OPTION #2 - TBD - July 2026
NOTE: Past participants who’ve already experienced a Q&A in their series have the opportunity to purchase access to all future Q&A sessions. You may still have questions and / or may appreciate the additional chance to talk with like-minded curious people on the topic. FOR MORE INFORMATION, contact relationshipmatterscourses@gmail.com
Pricing:*
$479 CAD
Due to the Marketplace Facilitator Tax laws rolling out across the US & Canada, sales tax will be applied to this price for Canadian and US citizens as applicable in each case, based on the registrant’s location of purchase and the type of course.
Discounts are available in accordance with Relationship Matters’ group rates, and considering the economies of different countries (Countries at Category B @ 50% off, Category C @ 55% off, Category D @ 60% off). Financial assistance is also possible for individual registrants from Category A countries @ 25% off when truly needed. See forms below for details.
Contact:
Any questions? Please contact hello@kimbarthel.ca
Financial Disclosure Statement
This course is solely organized and delivered by Relationship Matters Consultancy. There are no external sponsors, collaborators, or financial partners involved in the development or delivery of this course.
All registration fees and payments collected for participation in this course are received directly by Relationship Matters Consultancy and are used to support the administrative, instructional, and operational costs associated with the course.
In this course, Kim refers to the Safe and Sound Protocol, a product by Unyte. Kim currently serves on Unyte’s Clinical Advisory Board for which she does receive an annual honorarium, however, Kim does not receive financial renumeration in relation to the sales of Unyte's products.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations for Continuing Education events must be submitted in writing via email to hello@kimbarthel.ca or by mail to Relationship Matters at 5239 Hanover Pl, Victoria, BC, V8Y 2C7 Canada. For cancellations received 14 days before the course date, the course fee will be returned, less a $50 USD administrative fee. Within 14 days of the course, no refunds will be made, however the registration may be transferred to a substitute participant at no cost.
For activity cancellation by the provider: Relationship Matters reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any coursedue to an insufficient number of registrants or other unforeseen circumstances. Under these circumstances,Relationship Matters reserves the right to offer either a credit to attend a future course, or a refund for the course.