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Integrating Polyvagal Theory with OT Practice

Course #: 014-2504

Price: $11.25

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OT Mastery is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID#11978. This Distance Learning-Independent activity is offered at 0.125 CEUs, Introductory, Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.

Please Note: This course has varying hours depending on the type of credit you need. See Below.

  • Florida Board Of Occupational Therapy: 1.00 Hours
  • North Dakota State Board of Occupational Practice: 1.00 Hours
  • All Other Organizations: 1.25 Hours
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CEU Course Description

Polyvagal theory is a framework that has gained attention among health practitioners and trauma therapists in the last three decades. It is a trending topic among various health professions, and the evidence base has grown significantly in recent years. Occupational therapists are qualified to treat aspects of their client’s physical and mental well-being, so frameworks such as polyvagal theory can be largely helpful in structuring treatment for patients with a range of health concerns. Polyvagal theory bridges physiological and psychological client factors, which lends well to the holistic values of occupational therapy. This theory can also be paired with other psychosocial-based frameworks to create a well-rounded plan of care. Polyvagal theory is an important framework for all rehab therapists to know about, as it can be used to inform practice for many patients. 

CEU Course Objectives

  1. Recognize how polyvagal theory can support participation in occupation.
  2. Identify the main principles of polyvagal theory.
  3. List the assumptions associated with the polyvagal theory.

CE Course Outline

  1. Introduction
  2. Section 1: Basics of Polyvagal Theory
  3. Section 1: Personal Reflection
  4. Section 1: Key Words
  5. Section 2: OT Assessment with a Polyvagal Foundation
  6. Section 2: Personal Reflection
  7. Section 2: Key Words
  8. Section 3: OT’s Approach Using Polyvagal Theory
  9. Section 3: Personal Reflection
  10. Section 3: Key Words
  11. Section 4: Client Populations Suitable for Polyvagal Theory & Considerations for Practice
  12. Section 4: Personal Reflection
  13. Section 4: Key Words
  14. Section 5: Case Study
  15. Section 6: Case Study Review
  16. References

Author: Brittany Ferri, OTRL, PhD, CPRP
Educational Level: Introductory
Course Category: Service Delivery
Target Audience: Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants

This course expires on 03/21/2030


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Course Date: 2025-02-04

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