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Title: Neuroplasticity: Translating Theory into Effective Treatment of Aphasia

Description: Recent research in the area of neuroplasticity and its relevance to functional outcomes for individuals suffering from brain injury, has trickled down from laboratory to the therapy rooms. Consideration of how learning occurs and the importance of use and experience has been reflected in structured therapy methods such as Constraint Induced Movement/Aphasia Therapy. This course will look at the practical application of cell theory and suggest therapy plans that emphasize enriched environments that are balanced with beneficial exercise. Emphasis on his or her personal LPAA goals will be central to the discussion of these treatment plans.

CASCE#: 31088

Audience: Speach Language Pathology

Disciplines: Allied Health

Format: workshop

Objectives: 1. Describe neuroplasticity and cell training as it relates to the area of neuro rehabilitation.

2. Identify the essential principles of neuro rehabilitation and how they apply to the area of aphasia and other communication disorders resulting from brain injury.

3. Identify functional goals and therapy plans for three-five case studies of aphasia.

4. Discuss the need for philosophy/mindset training.

5. Provide resources and support to the client's families.

Program Times

Date/Time:
9/11/2010 8:45 AM - 9/11/2010 4:00 PM

Location

Organization: William F Andrews Center

Address: 3024 New Bern Ave

City: Raleigh

Map: Show Me!

Credits

0.6 CEU

6 ASHA CEU

6 Contact Hours

Faculty

Maura Silverman, MS, CCC/SLP - Neuroplasticity: Translating Theory into Effective Treatment of Aphasia

Program Fees

$110.00 Registration Fee, after 9/4/2010

Cancellation Fee

$35.00 Cancellation Fee

Please note: If you register two business days prior, your registration will be processed at the door on the day of the program.

For more information, please call Wake AHEC at (919) 350-8547 or (866) 341-1814.

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Program Information
Title:	Neuroplasticity: Translating Theory into Effective Treatment of Aphasia
Description:	Recent research in the area of neuroplasticity and its relevance to functional outcomes for individuals suffering from brain injury, has trickled down from laboratory to the therapy rooms. Consideration of how learning occurs and the importance of use and experience has been reflected in structured therapy methods such as Constraint Induced Movement/Aphasia Therapy. This course will look at the practical application of cell theory and suggest therapy plans that emphasize enriched environments that are balanced with beneficial exercise. Emphasis on his or her personal LPAA goals will be central to the discussion of these treatment plans.
CASCE#:	31088
Audience:	Speach Language Pathology
Disciplines:	Allied Health
Format:	workshop
Objectives:	1. Describe neuroplasticity and cell training as it relates to the area of neuro rehabilitation.
	2. Identify the essential principles of neuro rehabilitation and how they apply to the area of aphasia and other communication disorders resulting from brain injury.
	3. Identify functional goals and therapy plans for three-five case studies of aphasia.
	4. Discuss the need for philosophy/mindset training.
	5. Provide resources and support to the client's families.
Program Times
Date/Time:	9/11/2010 8:45 AM - 9/11/2010 4:00 PM
Location
Organization:	William F Andrews Center
Address:	3024 New Bern Ave
City:	Raleigh
Map:	Show Me!
Credits
	0.6 CEU
	6 ASHA CEU
	6 Contact Hours
Faculty
	Maura Silverman, MS, CCC/SLP - Neuroplasticity: Translating Theory into Effective Treatment of Aphasia
Program Fees
	$110.00 Registration Fee, after 9/4/2010
Cancellation Fee
	$35.00 Cancellation Fee
Please note: If you register two business days prior, your registration will be processed at the door on the day of the program.
	For more information, please call Wake AHEC at (919) 350-8547 or (866) 341-1814. The Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view and print the brochure. If the Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, click this link to download it.