Mastering Sequential Oral Sensory Feeding Therapy: A Doctoral Capstone Journey 🚀📚

Dive into the world of pediatric occupational therapy with a comprehensive exploration of the Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to feeding! This Doctoral Capstone Sequential Oral Sensory Feeding Therapy course, spearheaded by Sonya Swenzinskic, is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of a student's capstone experience at the doctoral level.

Course Overview 🌟

What You'll Learn:

• Background on SOS Feeding: Discover the origins and evolution of the SOS Approach within occupational therapy.
• Capstone Experience: Follow the journey of a third-year Doctoral student's capstone project, focusing on SOS feeding therapy.
• Needs Assessment and Literature Review: Gain insights from a thorough needs assessment and critically appraised topic review that shaped the capstone experience.
• Capstone Accomplishments: Learn about the achievements and outcomes of the capstone project, highlighting its significance in the field.

Course Outcomes 🎓

By engaging with this course, you will:

• Understand Feeding Interventions: Gain a clear grasp of why feeding interventions are critical within the pediatric population and how SOS fits into the Occupational Therapy (OT) scope of practice.
• Parental Involvement: Recognize the importance of parent and caregiver involvement in implementing SOS feeding strategies at home, along with the challenges they may face.
• Professional Contribution: Learn how this capstone project has contributed to the OT community and supported families receiving SOS feeding services.

Capstone Objectives 🎯

This course will equip you with:

• Evidence-Based Practice: Utilize and analyze evidence to inform practice and demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning.
• Professionalism and Ethics: Display professionalism, ethical behavior, and advocacy skills that can influence positive change in client care, community involvement, and within the profession.
• SOS Feeding Skills: Demonstrate knowledge and mastery of SOS feeding skills under the supervision of a capstone supervisor.
• Continued Learning: Attend at least two online webinars pertaining to feeding intervention in Occupational Therapy to stay updated with the latest research and techniques.

Free Resources and Support 📢

Participants will benefit from free resources that complement the course material, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of SOS feeding therapy and its application within pediatric occupational therapy.

Join us on this enlightening journey through the Sequential Oral Sensory Approach to feeding as we delve into the capstone experience of a dedicated Doctoral student. Enhance your knowledge, improve your skills, and contribute to the advancement of Occupational Therapy practices with this engaging and informative online course! 🌿✨