Course Description
Infant and pediatric feeding is an ever-evolving niche for neonatal therapists.  In the past, oral restrictions have been subject to a rollercoaster of opinions, along with continuously evolving research and outcomes. Neonatal Therapists have been gaining more traction in this niche, especially in the lactation world, as breastfeeding rates are on the rise once more and feeding practices continue to change. Several factors contribute to outcomes in oral restrictions related to feeding and swallowing.  This course will discuss the related changes and how other interconnected areas, such as bodywork, birthing situations, and other relevant topics related to feeding improvements, contribute to positive feeding outcomes.
Target Audience
OT, SLP, PT, RN, MD, and Neonatal professionals
Level
Intermediate
Objectives
Instructional Method
Lecture, and handouts. Learning assessment and course evaluation follow the course.
Course Completion Requirements
The learner must view the entire webinar, complete the course evaluation, and complete the post-webinar learning assessment with at least an 80% to receive education credit. Login and logout times are recorded and documented. Following course completion, learners receive a CE certificate and a zip file containing the necessary information to submit for education credit to their individual state, where required. The zip file will include a course bibliography. Physical therapists are responsible for knowing and adhering to their state’s CE deadlines, rules, and regulations.
Speaker Bio
Amber Valentine Forston, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, IBCLC, CNT, is a Speech-Language Pathologist who graduated from the University of Kentucky with her MS in Communication Disorders. She is a Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, as well as a Certified Neonatal Therapist (CNT). She worked for Baptist Health Systems, Inc., for 8 years before moving to Florida, where she worked for Wolfsons Children’s Hospital and Mayo Florida.  She is now back in Kentucky working for Baptist Health Lexington. She has experience in adults and pediatrics with feeding and swallowing difficulties including: bedside swallow evaluations, Modified Barium Swallow studies, FEES, and pediatric feeding evaluations including NICU. She has experience with head and neck cancer patients, including evaluation and treatment of swallowing difficulties, PMV use, and voice after total laryngectomy, including TEP. She has provided guest lectures at the University of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University, and the University of Louisville on feeding and swallowing topics. She has presented at the hospital, local, state, national, and international levels on pediatric feeding/swallowing and breastfeeding.
Disclosures
Amber Valentine Forston, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, IBCLC, CNT
Financial Disclosures: No relevant disclosures.
Nonfinancial Disclosures: No relevant disclosures.
Conflict of Interest
There is no conflict of interest for anyone with the ability to control content for this activity.
Agenda
0:00-15:00 min Discuss new trends and incidence/prevalence of oral restrictions
15:00-30:00 min Signs and symptoms of oral restrictions and how to assess
30:00-45:00 min Feeding implications and other areas for assessment
45:00-65:00 min Strategies and interventions for feeding improvement
65:00-70:00 min Learning assessment
Registration information
Members must log into the NANT Hub to receive complimentary access to this course. Non-members may purchase this course via the Buy Now button above.
For ADA accommodations, please contact NANT Customer Service at (866) 999-5524 for more information.
Speech-language pathologists may update their ASHA CE reporting preference at any time by accessing their NANT Hub profile.
Cancellation Policy
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AOTA CEUs
National Association of Neonatal Therapists® (NANT) is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 14034. This Distance Learning-Independent Course is offered at 0.1 CEUs (Intermediate level, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery & Foundational Knowledge). AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.
This course is approved for 1.0 contact hours.
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ASHA CEUs
Learners must complete the entire course in order to receive ASHA CEUs. No partial credit awarded. ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.
ASHA CE Registry users: NANT will submit your ASHA CEU credit to ASHA on your behalf. ASHA CEUs may take up to 100 days to appear on your ASHA Transcript.
Non-ASHA CE Registry users: Maintain your course records and please keep your registry status current in your NANT account. Update your NANT account with your ASHA number if your registry status changes. NANT is not responsible for tracking your registry usage.
PT CE Credit
This activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider 2801058TX and meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. This activity is offered for 1.0 CCUs for PTs and PTAs.
The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE.
NANT is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education.
Questions regarding CE credit should be directed to the National Association of Neonatal Therapists at info@neonataltherapists.com or (866) 999-5524.
