START-Play Program for Infants with Neuromotor Disorders
This course outlines the theory and scientific background of the START-Play intervention. Clinical trial results on START-Play’s effectiveness are explained and linked to key ingredients of the intervention. Therapists will learn critical concepts, ways to incorporate those concepts into an early intervention program and how to actively problem solve to advance the developmental skills of young children with motor dysfunction. There are 12 self-paced lessons, each 20 to 30 minutes in length.
This course outlines the theory and scientific background of the START-Play intervention. Clinical trial results on START-Play’s effectiveness are explained and linked to key ingredients of the intervention. Therapists will learn critical concepts, ways to incorporate those concepts into an early intervention program and how to actively problem solve to advance the developmental skills of young children with motor dysfunction. There are 12 self-paced lessons, each 20 to 30 minutes in length.
This course outlines the theory and scientific background of the START-Play intervention. Clinical trial results on START-Play’s effectiveness are explained and linked to key ingredients of the intervention. Therapists will learn critical concepts, ways to incorporate those concepts into an early intervention program and how to actively problem solve to advance the developmental skills of young children with motor dysfunction. There are 12 self-paced lessons, each 20 to 30 minutes in length.
Learning Objectives
Understand
Theory behind START-Play
Research supporting the intervention
Fidelity of the study
Explain
Measures used to detect change in developmental skills
Which children respond best to START-Play
How cognition and movement are related during development
Create
Activities for four cognitive constructs at different skill levels
An example of the “just right challenge” to blend motor and cognitive skills
An intervention for specific child case studies within the course
A sample of alternate activities for children in your own practice applying START-Play principles
Details
12 self-paced lessons + 2 online meetings with interventionists
10-hour online hybrid format [take on your own schedule]
Note: This course will provide 10 CEU credits from the Physical Therapy Board of PA