Course Description:

In this updated course, Lori Overland, MS, CCC-SLP, C/NDT, CLC discusses the complex issues surrounding feeding disorders. The class reflects new research and understanding of sensory processing and the impact on feeding.
Pre-feeding exercises designed to develop the motor skills for safe, effective, nutritive feeding and therapeutic feeding techniques are targeted. The class includes two live evaluations and program plans, as well as interactive sensory and feeding practicums.

 Learning Outcomes

• Identify and define the developmental acquisition of feeding skills
• Recognize individual oral-phase feeding deficiencies.
• List at least four goals of an SLP-administered oral-motor feeding program.
• Explain the benefits of improved oral movement in cases of oral-phase feeding deficiencies.

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