Continuing Education
3D Printing and its Application to Occupational Therapy
This course provides participants with the know-how on how to use 3D printing, and how to apply this knowledge in their occupational therapy (OT) practice. 3D printing technology can be applied across multiple areas of OT practice, most notably, studies have examined the use of 3D printing in rehabilitation, disability, and participation; and the technology can equally be applied to participation in education, productive aging, and health and wellness. 3D printing techniques can also be applied across multiple settings, inpatient, outpatient, education, home, and community settings.
Design Thinking and its Application to Occupational Therapy
This course showcases the design thinking framework and shows participants how to apply this knowledge in their occupational therapy practice. Design thinking can be applied across multiple areas of OT practice and across multiple settings. The understanding of the design thinking framework supplement well with practitioners seeking to customize their approach to OT interventions for their unique clients’ needs. As part of this course, participants will engage in the experience of completing a design project that can be used to increase participation and engagement in occupation for a client of their choosing.