The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.

Level: Introductory

Length: 45 mins

Timeframe for access: Once you first choose to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you first click the "Launch" button.

Learning Objectives:

• List at least elements of music for two different goal areas
• Name three benefits of music for Sensory Processing and Autism
• Identify elements of music to adapt for more or less sensory stimulation

Course Structure:
1) Video presentation – 40 mins
2) Q & A with presenter and moderator – 5 mins

Becky Lee, MM, MT-BC

Becky Lee joined Rehabilitative Rhythms in 2018 as a music therapist, supporting individuals with a variety of needs. She completed her clinical training at Professional Child Development Associates where she was trained in the use of the DIR Floortime Model with children and families. Becky completed her master’s degree in music therapy from Illinois State University. She is passionate about utilizing family-centered and play-based approaches in her sessions.

Sarah Hallgrimson, MM, MT-BC, CAS

Sarah Hallgrimson joined Rehabilitative Rhythms in 2021 as a music therapist. She completed her clinical training at Cortica in San Diego, CA, a clinic specializing in the treatment of autism and other sensory disorders. Sarah is a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) through the IBCCES, as well as a certified Music Together within Therapy instructor. Sarah completed her master’s degree in music therapy from Colorado State University.

Presenter Disclosures:

• Becky Lee and Sarah Hallgrimson received speaking fees from STAR Institute for this presentation
• There are no other relevant financial or nonfinancial relationships to disclose
  
  

This presentation was sponsored by Sensory Integration Education, a not-for-profit organization providing university accredited postgraduate online training in Ayres Sensory Integration.

Who should attend:

Occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, speech language pathologists, educators, child development specialists, mental health professionals, parents, caregivers, and other individuals seeking a better understanding of Sensory Processing in Autism.

Instructional Methods:

PowerPoint lecture

Cancellation Policy:

Because this program is recorded and accessible at your convenience, cancellations are not typically accepted. Please contact education@sensoryhealth.org if you have any questions or concerns.

Do you have a disability that would require special accommodations?

Please contact us at education@sensoryhealth.org and describe how we can help accommodate your needs.

Continuing Education Credits:

Course Completion Requirements:

For those requiring AOTA CEUs: a brief CEU quiz must be completed and passed with at least 80% accuracy to receive a CEU Certificate.

For those requiring ASHA CEUs: a brief CEU quiz must be completed and passed with at least 80% accuracy to receive a Certificate of Completion. Certificates of Completion will not reflect ASHA CEUs earned. Rather, participants requiring ASHA CEUs must complete and return the ASHA CEU Participant Form upon completion of the quiz.

The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.