Continuing Education

Credits: 0.3 ASHA CEU

Presenters:

·  Marian Tatomir, M.A., BCBA

·  Hazel Pangilinan, M.A., CCC-SLP

·  Danielle Gutierrez, M.S., OTR/L

·  Uta Ishida, B.S., PT (licensed in Japan)

·  Melody Mello, M.S. Ed., BCBA

Course Description:
This course will explore current practices in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Speech Therapy (ST), Occupational Therapy (OT), and Physical Therapy (PT). It will also discuss strategies to enhance collaboration among these services to improve client outcomes at ShisaCare Clinic.

Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Identify current practices and scopes of practice for ABA, ST, OT, and PT.

2. Apply effective collaboration strategies for clients receiving multiple services at ShisaCare Clinic.

About the Presenter as of 10/2024:

Marian Tatomir is a full-time BCBA at Yagi Speech, Inc. / ShisaCare Clinic.

Hazel Pangilinan is a full-time SLP at Yagi Speech, Inc. / ShisaCare Clinic.

Danielle Gutierrez is an OT contractor at Yagi Speech, Inc. / ShisaCare Clinic.

Uta Ishida is a PT contractor at Yagi Speech, Inc. / ShisaCare Clinic.

Melody Mello is a full-time BCBA at Yagi Speech, Inc. / ShisaCare Clinic.

Course Timeline:

10 min: Introduction to ABA and its scope of practice

20 min: Collaboration techniques presented by an ABA therapist

5 min: Summary, recommendations, and conclusion

5 min: Q&A

10 min: Introduction to Speech Therapy and its scope of practice

20 min: Collaboration techniques presented by a speech therapist

10 min: Q&A

10 min: Introduction to Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physical Therapy (PT)

10 min: What is OT and its scope of practice

5 min: What is PT and its scope of practice

5 min: Discussion of similarities and differences between OT and PT

10 min: Collaboration techniques for OT/PT

5 min: Review

20 min: Case study

10 min: Why collaborate?

5 min: When to collaborate?

5 min: How to collaborate?

10 min: Models of collaboration

15 min: Group Collaboration Discussion

Disclosure Statements:

Financial Disclosures

1. Marian Tatomir - Full-time employee of Yagi Speech, Inc.

2. Hazel Pangilinan - Full-time employee of Yagi Speech, Inc.

3. Danielle Gutierrez - Contractor of Yagi Speech, Inc.

4. Uta Ishida - Contractor of Yagi Speech, Inc.

5. Melody Mello - Full-time employee of Yagi Speech, Inc.

Nonfinancial Disclosures

1. Marian Tatomir - Member of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

2. Hazel Pangilinan - Member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

3. Danielle Gutierrez - Member of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Author of "Yoga - Adventures for Kids - Empathy".

4. Uta Ishida - Member of the Japanese Physical Therapy Association.

5. Melody Mello - Member of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

Credits: 0.1 ASHA CEU

Presenter: 

Kozue Matsuda, Ph.D., BCBA-D, NYSLBA

Course Description: 

This course will explore current Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) practices in the U.S. and Japan.

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Identify updated ABA practices based on recent research.

2.  Compare and contrast ABA practices in the U.S. and Japan.

3. Apply cultural competencies as therapists working in a multidisciplinary clinic in Japan.
    

About the Presenter: 

Kozuke Matsuda is the owner of an ABA practice called Children・Center in Tokyo, Japan.

Course Timeline:

5 min: Introduction

25 min: ABA in the US

10 min: ABA in Japan

5 min: Changes in ABA

15 min: Q&A

Disclosure Statements:

Financial: Yagi Speech, Inc. is sponsoring Kozue Matsuda for her time, travel, and accommodations in Okinawa.

Nonfinancial: Kozue Matsuda, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is the president and founder of the Children・Center in Japan. She is also a New York State–licensed behavior analyst, serves as a member of the New York State Association for Behavior Analysis Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, and is an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University.

Credits: 0.1 ASHA CEU

Presenter: 

Yayoi Sudo, Japanese Licensed Speech Therapist. Translation by Ana Ramayany Kanaoka Dias

Course Description: 

This course will explore how the Japanese speech therapy system works, including how to become a speech therapist, the types of assessments and techniques used, and what kinds of facilities or clients receive speech therapy services in Japan.

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Identify how individuals become speech therapists in Japan and where they work.

2. Compare and contrast the assessments and therapeutic activities used in Japan and the US.

3. Apply cultural competencies as therapists working in a multidisciplinary clinic in Japan. 

About the Presenter: 

Yayoi Sudo is an ST at the Yamanashi-Ken, Akebono Iryou Fukushi Center in Japan. 

Course Timeline:

5 min: Introduction to the topic

10 min: How to become an ST in Japan

10 min: Where do most STs in Japan work

25 min: Assessments and treatments in Japan

10 min: Q&A

Disclosure Statements:

Financial: Yagi Speech, Inc. is sponsoring Yayoi Sudo for her time, travel, and accommodations in Okinawa.

Nonfinancial: Yayoi Sudo is a part of the Japanese Speech Therapy Association. Yayoi Sudo is an ST at the

Yamanashi-Ken, Akebono Iryou Fukushi Center in Japan.

Credits: 0.05 ASHA CEU

Presenter: 

Heather Staton, M.A., CCC-SLP, CBS

About the Presenter as of 10/2024: 

Heather Staton is an SLP contractor at Yagi Speech, Inc.

Course Description: This course will help individuals identify picky eaters and determine how to intervene or when to seek support.

Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will be able to: 

1. Describe two signs and symptoms of picky eaters.

2. Identify strategies that anyone can use to help picky eaters.

3. Recognize 2 signs that indicate when to seek outside support.

Course Timeline:

5 min: Introduction

10 min: What are the signs and symptoms of picky eating

10 min: What can individuals do at home/school to support them

5 min: When to seek outside support

5 min: Summary, recommendations, and conclusion

10 min: Q&A 

Disclosure Statements:

Financial: Heather Staton is a contractor of Yagi Speech, Inc.

Nonfinancial: Heather Staton is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Heather Staton is also a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist.

Credits: 0.05 ASHA CEU

Presenters:

·   Rachel Glazer, M.S., CCC-SLP

·   Hazel Pangilinan, M.A., CCC-SLP

·   Heather Staton, M.A., CCC-SLP, CBS

About the Presenters: 

Rachel Glazer and Hazel Pangilinan are full time SLPs at Yagi Speech, Inc. Heather Staton is an SLP contractor at Yagi Speech, Inc.

Course Description: 

This course will discuss the feeding research conducted by Rachel, Hazel, and Heather at ShisaCare Clinic. Recognizing the link between anxiety and eating aversion has presented significant challenges for parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, potentially leading to limitations in dietary choices and nutritional deficiencies. To address these challenges, ShisaCare’s feeding program has employed various practices aimed at reducing anxiety during trials, including but not limited to: Flexibility in treatment settings (virtual and/or in-person). Family involvement (presence at all sessions). Client engagement (food preparation). Use of the Yum Score Rating Sheet.

Content Disclosure: 

This session will focus on the Yum Score Rating Scale and will not discuss any alternative scales.

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Recognize factors that impact subjects’ willingness to try new foods.

2. Identify appropriate clients for the use of the Yum Score Rating Sheet.

3. List methods that improve trials of non-preferred foods and textures.

Course Timeline:

10 min: Introduction to the research

10 min: Treatment and taking data

10 min: Hazel’s case study

5 min: Heather’s case study

5 min: Results & conclusions

Disclosure Statements:

Financial Disclosures

1. Rachel Glazer is a full-time employee of Yagi Speech, Inc., and will be sponsored to present at ASHA 2024 in Seattle.

2. Hazel Pangilinan is a full-time employee of Yagi Speech, Inc., and will be sponsored to present at ASHA 2024 in Seattle.

3. Heather Staton is a contractor for Yagi Speech, Inc.

Nonfinancial Disclosures

1. Rachel Glazer is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She obtained permission from the creator of the Yum Score Rating Sheet (doctoryum.org) to use it in her presentation.

2. Hazel Pangilinan is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

3. Heather Staton is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is also a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist.

Credits: 0.05 ASHA CEU

Presenter: 

Paloma Travers

About the Presenter: 

Paloma Travers has over 15 years of experience as a special education educator and is currently a school administrator. She holds a master’s degree in special education as well as a master’s in educational leadership.

Course Description: 

This course will help individuals identify the services available in Japan through military installations. It will cover the services available on base and provide information on where families can go to obtain these services.

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Describe three facilities that offer services for military families on base.

2. Explain the differences between services available on base and those available off base.

3. Identify two ways providers from different facilities can collaborate effectively.

Course Timeline:

5 min: Introduction

35 min: Facilities on base that provide services for children with special needs

5 min: Collaboration opportunities

5 min: Q&A

Disclosure Statements:

Financial: Paloma Travers is a consultant of Yagi Speech, Inc.

Nonfinancial: Paloma Travers is a school administrator.

Credits: 0.15 ASHA CEU

Presenter: 

Katherine Richardson, MA, MM, CCC-SLP

About the Presenter: 

Katherine (Kat) Richardson, MA, MM, CCC-SLP, earned her Bachelor's degrees in Music (Vocal Performance) and Linguistics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She received her Master’s degree in Communication Science and Disorders from the University of Pittsburgh in 2008, where she was awarded a full graduate research assistantship in the Voice and Motor Learning Lab. After completing her clinical fellowship in 2009, she earned her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). In 2011, Kat completed a second Master’s degree in Music (Vocal Performance) from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is also a U.S. Air Force veteran, having served in the Medical Service Corps in both active duty and reserve capacities from 2014 to 2022. Her clinical background primarily focuses on treating both acute and chronic neurological disorders affecting speech, language, voice, cognition, and swallowing in acute, sub-acute, and private practice settings. Kat is certified in LSVT and trained in LMRVT. She currently resides in Italy. 

Course Description: 

This course will cover the current best practices for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) in assessing voice disorders. 

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, participants will be able to: 

1. Identify different types of voice disorders. 

2. Perform a low-cost voice assessment using materials commonly found in SLP clinics, without the need for specialized equipment.

Course Timeline:

5 min: Introduction to the topic

10 min: Types of voice disorders

60 min: Assessments for voice disorders

15 min: Q&A

Disclosure Statements:

Financial: Katherine Richardson will be compensated by Yagi Speech, Inc. for this presentation.

Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose. 

Credits: 0.15 ASHA CEU

Presenter: 

Katherine Richardson, MA, MM, CCC-SLP

About the Presenter: 

Katherine (Kat) Richardson, MA, MM, CCC-SLP, earned her Bachelor's degrees in Music (Vocal Performance) and Linguistics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She received her Master’s degree in Communication Science and Disorders from the University of Pittsburgh in 2008, where she was awarded a full graduate research assistantship in the Voice and Motor Learning Lab. After completing her clinical fellowship in 2009, she earned her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). In 2011, Kat completed a second Master’s degree in Music (Vocal Performance) from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is also a U.S. Air Force veteran, having served in the Medical Service Corps in both active duty and reserve capacities from 2014 to 2022. Her clinical background primarily focuses on treating both acute and chronic neurological disorders affecting speech, language, voice, cognition, and swallowing in acute, sub-acute, and private practice settings. Kat is certified in LSVT and trained in LMRVT. She currently resides in Italy. 

Course Description: 

This course will cover the current best practices for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) in treating voice disorders. 

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, participants will be able to: 

1. Identify different types of voice disorders. 

2. Identify tools and treatment methodologies to use when working with clients diagnosed with a voice disorder. 

Course Timeline:

5 min: Types of voice disorders

1h 25 min: Treatment for voice disorders

15 min: Q&A

Disclosure Statements:

Financial: Katherine Richardson will be compensated by Yagi Speech, Inc. for this presentation.

Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.