The ExerSHINE Kids POWER Bootcamp Program combines numerous pre-existing evidence-based approaches, with recent quantitative research on the program’s outcomes, conducted by the ExerSHINE Bootcamp POWER Program’s founder Dr Amy Wheadon, OTD, OTR/L to provide a novel program which significantly improved participants sensory processing skills and functional outcomes in daily occupations.

Part 1- Self Paced Distance Learning Format

(1) Review foundations and theories that inspired the use of high intensity exercise as a change agent for self regulation and functional outcomes.

(2) Explore the literature related to therapeutic benefits of exercise and effectiveness of sensory integration treatment in pediatric populations.

(3) Discuss Dr Wheadon's preliminary study.

(4) Teach clinicians (who have a general working knowledge of pediatric frameworks, practical experience working with children with SPD and an understanding of SI principles) to apply learning from this course to their own practices.

Part 2- Interactive Distance Learning Format

(1) Apply learning from theory (part 1) into practice

(2) Practice implementation with fidelity through watching videos and demonstrations of the EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp Program 

(3) Participate in lab component and break out rooms to practice guided implementation of the bootcamp program for use in practice

(4) Participate in instruction/ practice for creating intentional, meaningful obstacle course designs

(5) Discuss troubleshooting, grading and adaptation for client successful participation

Part 1 is a prerequisite component of this course and must be completed prior to participating in Part 2 Interactive Distance Learning.

• Occupational therapists
• Occupational therapy assistants.
• Pediatric private practice owners of practices offering OT services. 
• Pediatric physical therapists and SLPs who have an understanding of sensory integration theory. 

Participating clinicians should have a general working knowledge and basic understanding of sensory integration principles, high intensity exercise and prior experience running pediatric groups (including a foundational understanding of group dynamics)

Participants of the  High Intensity Exercise as a Change Agent distance learning webinar will:

• Review foundational knowledge regarding sensory motor development and receive information about the use of high intensity exercise as a change agent for sensory processing and functional outcomes.
• List and explain the set up and implementation of the 5 sections of an ExerSHINE Kids POWER Bootcamp class
• Demonstrate ability to implement a POWER Bootcamp Class with fidelity, following the protocol provided, including grading and shifting “on the fly”
• Participate via a blended/ hybrid format of self paced, pre-recorded distance learning and interactive distance learning, including 10 hours of webinar lectures, practical components, labs, group case studies and completing quizzes demonstrating understanding and competency.
• Receive a Certificate of Attendance for 10 contact hours and 1.0 CEUs through the AOTA Approved Provider- Approved Learning Activity
• Complete and pass an exam showing competency in this framework

Participants who successfully participate and complete this PD activity and pass the final exam will be granted certification as an ExerSHINE Kids POWER Bootcamp Program Provider.

This course provides participants with:

• The Necessary background information
• Training
• Protocols
• Materials

to immediately begin incorporating the EXERSHINEKids framework into their practice.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of this 10 hour, bended/ hybrid intermediate level webinar you will be able to:

• Identify and explain 3 reasons why OT practitioners are seeing an influx of pediatric clients in outpatient clinics with sensory processing challenges
• Identify 3 sensory systems that are activated and enriched through high intensity exercise and describe why and how 3 specific exercises target particular systems
• Analyze and explain how and why high intensity exercise correlates with improved self regulation by identifying 3 sensory processing outcomes and 3 performance area outcomes that were measured to be positively impacted by using high intensity exercise in the ExerSHINE Kids POWER Bootcamp Program research study
• Identify and explain the 3 OT frameworks that are incorporated into the ExerSHINE Kids Bootcamp Program, and describe why all 3 frameworks are necessary for program success
• Apply learning from this course to describe 3 ways you can use high intensity exercise as an intervention for improved sensory outcomes in your own practice.
• List the 5 components of an EXERSHINEKids Bootcamp class and how each part of the class relates back to specific OT frameworks and theories
• Identify 3 ways that OTPs can grade and adapt the activities in bootcamp classes to facilitate just right success for each participant
• Demonstrate ability to create a 15-20 step obstacle course that targets at least 3 performance components simultaneously 

This is a blended/ hybrid distance learning course. Viewing of all modules and materials in Part 1 is required before attending Part 2.  Full attendance and participation in Part 2 is required.

CEUS/ Contact Hours

(1.0 AOTA CEUs): 10 Contact Hours
AOTA Category: OT Service Delivery
AOTA Target Audience: Occupational Therapy
AOTA Completion Requirements: Full Attendance, Participation & Test
EXERSHINEKids LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 2783. This blended/ hybrid (self paced distance learning AND interactive distance learning webinar is offered at 1.0 CEUs (10 contact hours), is an intermediate level course and addresses the category of OT service delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Course Agenda

Part 1- Self Paced- including module quizzes and course evaluation form

Background, Theory, Frameworks, Evidence 

• Background
• Theory: Exploring the Literature
• Theory: Understanding Sensory Processing and the Impact of Exercise
• Theory: Frames of Reference
• Evidence and Recent Research
  
    

Part 2- Interactive Distance Learning Format

*ALL TIMES ARE IN EST* Check-In Period is at 8:50-9:00 am

• 9 am – 9:15 am- Introduction and Review of Part 1 Concepts
• 9:15-9:45 am Turning Theory into Practice
• 9:45 am-10:45 am EXERSHINEKids Bootcamp Basics, Clinic Implementation
• 10:45-11 BREAK
• 11 am- 12 pm Class Demonstrations, Videos, Case Studies
• 11:15 -11:30 am BREAK
• 12-1 PM Lunch on your own
• 1-2 pm Obstacle Course Implementation
• 2 pm – 3:30 pm Lab Component: BREAK OUT ROOMS, Practice Implementation
• 3:30-4 pm EXERSHINEkids in practice:  Implementation with Efficacy; Questions
• 4:00 pm - 4:15 pm Part 2 Test, Course Evaluation Form and Certificates

Registrants will receive instant access to Part One- distance learning format, which must be completed prior to participation in Part 2.  Registrants will receive an email within a 48 hours of Part 2 containing instructions on how to access the webinar and how to access printable course materials. The email address entered under “Attendee Email” during online registration will be the address that receives the instructions email. Please check your inbox and junk folder for the following email Subject: “Course Instructions for your ExerSHINE Kids POWER Bootcamp Course”

• The email address entered under “Attendee #” during online registration will be the address that receives the instructions email.
• Please check your inbox and junk folder for the following email Subject: “Course Instructions for your ExerSHINE Kids POWER Bootcamp Course”

All cancellations must be submitted in writing to [email protected] with subject line “course cancellation request for course date ____”

If course registration is cancelled prior to initiating self paced distance learning component, and:

• registration is cancelled with more than 2 weeks notice prior to Part 2, a full refund will be granted, less a $50 processing fee
• registration is cancelled up to 48 hours before Part 2 commences, refund of 50% of payment will be granted, less a $50 processing fee
• registration is cancelled with less than 48 hours before Part 2 commences, refund of 25% of payment will be granted, less a $50 processing fee
• in lieu of refund, participant will have the option to register for the next consecutive available course if the course is not already at capacity 

If course registration is cancelled AFTER initiating self paced distance learning component, and:

• registration is cancelled with more than 2 weeks notice prior to Part 2, a refund will be granted, less $100 (part 1) a $50 processing fee
• registration is cancelled up to 48 hours before Part 2 commences, refund of 50% of payment will be granted, less $100 (part 1) a $50 processing fee
• registration is cancelled with less than 48 hours before Part 2 commences, refund of 25% of payment will be granted, less $100 (part 1) a $50 processing fee
• in lieu of refund, participant will have the option to register for the next consecutive available course if the course is not already at capacity 

If ExerSHINE Kids cancels a scheduled date for Part 2 of the course:

• Registered participants will be issued a credit to use for one of the next 3 scheduled course dates/ times.
• Registered participants will be notified via email that course has been cancelled by ExerSHINE Kids and will be prompted to select one of 3 next consecutive course make up dates
• If no additional course dates exist, full refund will be issued to participants.

This course contains a combination of lecture, power point, videos, case studies.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, ExerSHINE Kids LLC will make every effort to honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. It is a priority for  ExerSHINE Kids LLC to ensure participation in all courses and activities for all individuals. Learners can request accommodations such as video recordings with closed captioning, preferred learning location (seated at  front of room), other accommodative seating, copies of instructor notes (copyright protected).

All requests must be made in writing, no less than 1 week prior to commencement of the course and requests should be emailed to Amy Wheadon, OTD, OTR/L at [email protected] with subject line “accessibility request for course date ____” . 

ExerSHINE Kids LLC is committed to ensuring non-discrimination and to resolving any complaints related to a disability in a prompt and equitable manner.

Financial: Amy Wheadon, OT, OTD, OTR is in private practice (sole owner of KidSHINE LLC and is the sole owner and operator of ExerSHINE Kids LLC

Non-Financial: Amy Wheadon, OT, OTD, OTR conducted the 2019 clinical trial of the ExerSHINE Kids Bootcamp Program as part of her doctoral research