Verve OT Learning provides allied health professionals with practical, evidence-based training and workshops. Our online learning platform helps you build skills, gain confidence and apply strategies straight into practice.<br />
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Led by Occupational Therapist Sarah Collison and a team of expert presenters, Verve OT Learning offers engaging, up-to-date content based on current guidelines for health professionals.<br />
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A selection of popular Verve OT Learning workshops are now available via Pearson Clinical for you to further your professional development.<br />
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Practical online training for allied health professionals. Build confidence, update skills, and achieve better outcomes with Verve OT Learning.

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Sensory Profile 2

Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory Computer Adaptive Test

Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales | Third Edition

Executive dysfunction is one of the most common yet overlooked barriers to independence, recovery, and participation. Without strong assessment skills, subtle executive challenges are often missed, resulting in inadequate supports and poor outcomes. This workshop equips allied health professionals with the knowledge and tools to confidently assess executive functioning, capture its real impact on daily life, and implement strategies that create measurable change. Strengthen your reports, enhance your clinical reasoning, and deliver interventions that truly transform lives.

Verve - Executive Function Assessment and Intervention in Adults • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This workshop is designed for Allied Health Professionals, including Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, and rehabilitation practitioners.</p>

			<p>It is particularly relevant for professionals working with adults who have experienced brain injury, neurological conditions, or psychiatric presentations where executive functioning challenges affect everyday life.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>Executive functioning skills&mdash;such as working memory, task initiation, cognitive flexibility, emotional regulation, and impulse control&mdash;are essential for participation in daily life. When disrupted, they can make even routine activities difficult and diminish quality of life.</p>

			<p>This workshop provides allied health professionals with a clear, practical framework for understanding, assessing, and addressing executive functioning difficulties in adults. You&rsquo;ll explore a blend of standardized assessments, functional tasks, interviews, and observations, learning how to identify both strengths and challenges in a meaningful way.</p>

			<p>The workshop also introduces practical, evidence-based strategies and interventions&mdash;from environmental modifications and external aids to structured frameworks and self-regulation tools&mdash;that can be tailored to each client&rsquo;s needs.</p>

			<p>By the end of the session, you&rsquo;ll have the knowledge and tools to confidently assess executive functioning and co-create strategies that enhance participation, independence, and wellbeing.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Define&nbsp;executive functioning and its core component skills, including working memory, task initiation, self-monitoring, cognitive flexibility, emotional regulation, and impulse control.</li>
				<li>Recognize&nbsp;how executive dysfunction affects everyday roles such as independence, work, relationships, and psychological wellbeing.</li>
				<li>Identify and apply&nbsp;appropriate standardized and non-standardized assessments for executive functioning, including BADS, BRIEF-A, EFPT, MET, PRPP, functional observations, and interviews.</li>
				<li>Develop&nbsp;collaborative and meaningful goals with clients using frameworks such as&nbsp;<em>My Big Deals</em>, SMART goals, and Goal Attainment Scaling.</li>
				<li>Select and implement&nbsp;practical OT strategies and interventions to support executive functioning, including environmental modifications, external aids, self-regulation tools, and structured frameworks.</li>
				<li>Tailor&nbsp;assessment and intervention approaches to client strengths, needs, and environments to ensure strategies are realistic, individualized, and monitored over time.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-Requisites</h3>

			<p><strong>Confidentiality</strong></p>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Intellectual Property</strong></p>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of&nbsp;<strong>Verve OT Learning</strong>. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>
			<strong>Resources and Templates</strong>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Nadine Holgate</strong><br />
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			Nadine Holgate is an experienced Occupational Therapist and Director of Neurolinks, a regional Victorian practice specialising in community-based ABI rehabilitation. Holding a Master&rsquo;s in Clinical Family Therapy, she brings deep expertise in supporting individuals and families living with brain injury. Nadine also works as a trainer and research clinician with Monash University&rsquo;s PBS+PLUS program, focusing on building self-regulation skills after brain injury.</p>

			<p><strong>Belinda Renison</strong><br />
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			Belinda Renison is an Occupational Therapist and Clinical Neuropsychologist with over twenty years of experience supporting people with ABI in community settings. Her doctoral research examined why pen-and-paper tests of executive function often fail to predict real-world outcomes, shaping her functional, client-centred approach to assessment and intervention. Belinda also contributes to PBS+PLUS at Monash University as a trainer and research clinician.</p>
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Training details

Gain clarity on the basics of fine motor assessment. This introductory workshop provides occupational therapists and allied health professionals with a structured overview of key considerations for assessing fine motor skills. You&rsquo;ll learn to plan and conduct assessments, identify barriers, and translate findings into functional goals that drive the occupational therapy process.

Verve - Fine Motor Assessment Skills • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This workshop is designed for Occupational Therapists and allied health professionals who want to build a foundational understanding of fine motor assessment. It is ideal for clinicians working with clients in pediatrics, rehabilitation, and disability settings, as well as those new to fine motor evaluation.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>Fine motor skills are essential to everyday function&mdash;from feeding and dressing to handwriting and tool use. This workshop introduces therapists to the core principles of fine motor assessment, offering practical guidance on observation, task analysis, and identifying barriers that limit participation.</p>

			<p>Focusing on the biomechanical aspects of fine motor performance, the session demonstrates how assessment findings can be applied throughout the OT process to inform functional, client-centered goals. Participants will also be directed to evidence-based models and specialized training opportunities for further learning.</p>

			<p><strong>Please note:</strong> This workshop does not provide specialized training in fine motor assessment or intervention. It serves as an introduction to key considerations and includes references to additional courses and resources for clinicians wishing to extend their skills.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Develop a baseline understanding of key considerations in fine motor assessment.</li>
				<li>Build confidence in planning and conducting fine motor assessments.</li>
				<li>Identify barriers and limitations revealed through assessment findings.</li>
				<li>Translate findings into functional, client-centered goals.</li>
				<li>Apply assessment outcomes across the OT process to inform intervention planning and evaluation with clarity and confidence.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-requisites</h3>

			<p><strong>Confidentiality</strong></p>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Intellectual Property</strong></p>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of <strong>Verve OT Learning</strong>. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>
			<strong>Resources and Templates</strong>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Hannah Spencer</strong><br />
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			Hannah Spencer is an experienced Occupational Therapist with over 10 years of practice, grounded in a strong foundation in Psychology. Her broad clinical experience spans neurology, rehabilitation, orthopedics, surgery, workplace injury, and pediatrics. She is also a trainer and research clinician.</p>

			<p>Within the NDIS sector, Hannah has worked across roles from senior management to clinical supervision, combining strategic insight with frontline expertise. She has also contributed to university teaching and is deeply passionate about clinical education, reflective practice, and supporting therapists to explore and develop their professional interests.</p>
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<p>Strengthen your clinical practice by integrating standardized assessments into the way you gather and present evidence. This workshop demonstrates how standardized tools enhance reliability, support clear decision-making, and build credibility in your reports. Learn to move beyond observation alone and use standardized measures to demonstrate functional impact, justify recommendations, and meet NDIS reporting requirements with confidence.</p>


Verve - Choosing the Right Assessment Tool and Presenting the Findings • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This workshop is designed for allied health professionals who use&mdash;or wish to integrate&mdash;standardized assessments into their practice. It is especially valuable for clinicians involved in NDIS functional capacity assessments, reporting, and funding submissions.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>Standardized assessments provide reliable, evidence-based data that strengthen clinical reasoning and reporting. This workshop gives clinicians a practical overview of widely used tools across disability, rehabilitation, mental health, and aged care contexts.</p>

			<p>Participants will explore the purpose, processes, and applications of assessments such as Vineland-3, ABAS-3, WHODAS 2.0, Sensory Profile, CIQ-R, Barthel Index, AFLS, CANS, LSP-16, and Lawton&rsquo;s IADL Scale. The session covers administration methods, scoring, interpretation, and reporting, and highlights how each tool aligns with NDIS expectations.</p>

			<p>By the end of this training, you will be able to compare tools, select the most appropriate measure for client needs, and integrate findings into clear, accurate reports that support both funding applications and effective interventions.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Recognize the purpose and appropriate use of key standardized assessment tools in allied health practice.</li>
				<li>Identify the clinical populations and contexts where each tool is most relevant and reliable.</li>
				<li>Understand administration processes, including interviews, self-report, proxy, and Q-global platforms.</li>
				<li>Interpret scoring systems, subdomains, and reporting formats, and apply these to functional assessments.</li>
				<li>Integrate assessment findings into reports, funding applications, and recommendations aligned with professional and NDIS requirements.</li>
				<li>Compare the strengths and limitations of different tools to select the most appropriate option for each client.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-Requisites</h3>

			<p><strong>Confidentiality</strong></p>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Intellectual Property</strong></p>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of Verve OT Learning. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Resources and Templates</strong></p>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Lisa Natale</strong></p>

			<p>Lisa Natale is an Occupational Therapist with 24 years of experience in clinical and training roles. She is the Director of ActivOT Clearview, where she has managed a private practice since 2013, and a casual lecturer at Flinders University in Occupational Therapy and Disability &amp; Development Education.</p>

			<p>Lisa provides peer training in assistive technology, home modifications, functional assessments, and report writing. She is recognized for her strong focus on processes, policies, and procedures that promote effective and ethical practice.</p>
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<p>Handwriting difficulties can affect a child&rsquo;s learning, confidence, and participation in school and daily activities. This workshop equips allied health professionals with the skills and strategies to assess handwriting, identify functional barriers, and implement practical interventions that achieve meaningful outcomes for children.</p>


Verve - OT strategies for Handwriting assessment and interventions • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This session is designed for allied health professionals who work with children and young people experiencing handwriting challenges related to motor coordination difficulties, developmental disorders, learning differences, attention and executive functioning needs, or sensory processing differences. The content will benefit clinicians supporting children in educational, community, and clinical settings where handwriting affects participation, confidence, and access to learning.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>Handwriting is a complex task that integrates biomechanical, perceptual, cognitive, and environmental skills. When difficulties arise, they can restrict participation in education and everyday activities, requiring therapists to identify contributing factors and implement effective interventions.</p>

			<p>This workshop offers a structured framework for understanding the foundations of handwriting&mdash;from pencil grasp and posture to visual&ndash;motor and executive functioning skills. Participants will learn to use both standardized and non-standardized tools, including the DASH-2, Beery VMI, and DTVP-3 to assess baseline skills, legibility, speed, and functional impact.</p>

			<p>The session explores a broad range of intervention strategies, including multisensory and developmental approaches, environmental modifications, and technology supports. Therapists will leave with practical, evidence-informed methods for planning therapy that balance skill development with functional participation, while also considering alternatives such as typing and dictation when appropriate.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Understand the foundations of handwriting, including biomechanical, visual&ndash;motor, perceptual, cognitive, and environmental factors.</li>
				<li>Identify suitable handwriting assessments, both standardized (e.g., DASH-2, Beery VMI, DTVP-3) and non-standardized, to evaluate baseline skills and functional impacts.</li>
				<li>Analyze handwriting performance across domains such as legibility, speed, memory, copying, and dictation.</li>
				<li>Apply a range of intervention strategies, including pencil grasp development, multisensory methods, and both developmental and top-down approaches.</li>
				<li>Plan interventions that consider the child&rsquo;s abilities, classroom demands, and family or teacher expectations, balancing skill development with participation.</li>
				<li>Explore alternatives to handwriting&mdash;such as typing, dictation, and technology supports&mdash;when appropriate for functional participation.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-Requisites</h3>

			<p><strong>Confidentiality</strong></p>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Intellectual Property</strong></p>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of Verve OT Learning. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>​​​​​​​Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Resources and Templates</strong></p>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Alyce Svensk</strong></p>

			<p>Alyce Svensk is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, educator, and mentor with more than 14 years of experience. She founded and led Sensational Start OT, a pediatric private practice, from 2017 to 2024 before launching The OT Coach Australia.</p>

			<p>Through supervision, mentoring, clinical education, and business support, Alyce helps occupational therapists feel confident in their practice and clear in their career direction. She offers practical, down-to-earth workshops, supervision, and mentoring programs for therapists at every stage of their career.</p>

			<p>Alyce also hosts two podcasts: OT Coaching Confidential, featuring real-life mentoring conversations, and OT Unplugged, co-hosted with Sarah Collison and Nikki Cousins, which explores the future of occupational therapy. Across all her work, Alyce is passionate about helping therapists bridge the gap between theory and practice while building sustainable, meaningful careers.</p>
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<p>Executive functioning difficulties in children and teens can impact learning, behavior, and participation at home, school, and in the community. This workshop equips allied health professionals with practical tools to assess executive functioning, understand individual differences, and implement strategies that build confidence, independence, and long-term success.</p>


Verve - Executive Function Assessment & Intervention in Paediatrics • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This workshop is designed for allied health professionals, including Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, and rehabilitation practitioners. It is particularly relevant for those supporting children and young people whose executive functioning challenges affect engagement, learning, and participation in daily activities.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>Executive functioning underpins key skills such as planning, organization, working memory, flexibility, and self-regulation. When difficulties emerge, they can significantly affect a child&rsquo;s ability to learn, form relationships, and manage everyday demands.</p>

			<p>This workshop provides allied health professionals with a structured framework for assessing executive functioning in children and teens. Participants will learn to use a range of assessment tools, including the BRIEF, Brown Scales, and task observations, while considering the influence of interoception, cognition, sensory processing, anxiety, learning preferences, and family context.</p>

			<p>The session explores practical intervention approaches that can be applied across therapy, home, school, and community settings. Strategies include visuals, reminders, environmental modifications, co-regulation, and collaborative goal setting. The workshop emphasizes engaging families and educators to ensure strategies are meaningful, generalized, and sustainable.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>
				<p>Define executive functioning and recognize common challenges for children and teens, including difficulties with task initiation, organization, working memory, planning, flexibility, and impulse control.</p>
				</li>
				<li>
				<p>Identify suitable assessment tools, such as BRIEF, Brown Scales, and task observations, to assess executive functioning needs.</p>
				</li>
				<li>
				<p>Understand how individual factors&mdash;such as interoception, cognition, sensory processing, anxiety, learning preferences, and family or school context&mdash;shape executive functioning profiles.</p>
				</li>
				<li>
				<p>Develop intervention strategies that target executive functioning skills across therapy, home, school, and community environments.</p>
				</li>
				<li>
				<p>Apply practical tools and adaptive supports, including visuals, reminders, environmental modifications, and co-regulation approaches, to enhance participation and success in daily activities.</p>
				</li>
				<li>
				<p>Collaborate with children, families, and schools in goal setting and intervention planning to promote strategy <strong>generalization</strong> and long-term independence.</p>
				</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-Requisites</h3>

			<h4>Confidentiality</h4>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<h4>Intellectual Property</h4>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of Verve OT Learning. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Resources and Templates</h3>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Alyce Svensk</strong></p>

			<p>Alyce Svensk is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, educator, and mentor with more than 14 years of experience. She founded and led Sensational Start OT, a pediatric private practice, from 2017 to 2024 before launching The OT Coach Australia.</p>

			<p>Through supervision, mentoring, clinical education, and business support, Alyce helps occupational therapists feel confident in their practice and clear in their career direction. She offers practical, down-to-earth workshops, supervision, and mentoring programs for therapists at every stage of their career.</p>

			<p>Alyce also hosts two podcasts: OT Coaching Confidential, featuring real-life mentoring conversations, and OT Unplugged, co-hosted with Sarah Collison and Nikki Cousins, which explores the future of occupational therapy. Across all her work, Alyce is passionate about helping therapists bridge the gap between theory and practice while building sustainable, meaningful careers.</p>
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<p>Sensory processing challenges do not end in childhood. They often continue into adolescence and adulthood, influencing participation, wellbeing, and everyday function. This workshop equips allied health professionals with practical tools to identify sensory processing difficulties, connect assessment findings to functional performance, and develop tailored recommendations that support meaningful outcomes.<p>

Verve - Sensory Processing in Adolescents Adults • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This workshop is designed for allied health professionals, including Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, and Rehabilitation Practitioners.</p>

			<p>It is particularly relevant for those supporting adolescents and adults whose sensory processing differences affect daily living, participation, and mental health.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>Sensory processing differences are increasingly <strong>recognized</strong> in adolescents and adults, particularly among individuals with autism, neurological conditions, developmental disorders, and mental health presentations. When unaddressed, these differences can contribute to anxiety, functional limitations, and reduced quality of life.</p>

			<p>This workshop introduces allied health professionals to the foundations of sensory processing and sensory processing disorder, including key types, prevalence, and associated conditions. Participants will learn to identify signs of dysfunction across sensory systems&mdash;from vision and hearing through to proprioception and interoception. Assessment options are explored, with an emphasis on the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile and complementary tools that link sensory needs to functional outcomes.</p>

			<p>Evidence-informed intervention strategies are also covered, including environmental modifications, accommodations, sensory diets, and interoception supports. The workshop concludes with practical guidance on integrating sensory processing findings into clear, functional reports that provide actionable recommendations.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Define sensory processing and sensory processing disorder, including prevalence, causes, and associated conditions.</li>
				<li>Differentiate between the main types of sensory processing disorder: sensory modulation disorder, sensory-based motor disorder, and sensory discrimination disorder.</li>
				<li>Recognize signs of dysfunction across sensory systems (visual, tactile, auditory, gustatory, olfactory, vestibular, proprioceptive, and interoceptive) in adolescents and adults.</li>
				<li>Identify appropriate assessment approaches, including the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile and complementary tools, and link findings to functional performance.</li>
				<li>Apply evidence-informed intervention approaches, including environmental modifications, accommodations, sensory diets, interoception supports, and education for clients, families, and caregivers.</li>
				<li>Integrate sensory processing knowledge into clear, practical reports with functional examples and tailored recommendations.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-Requisites</h3>

			<h4>Confidentiality</h4>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<h4>Intellectual Property</h4>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of Verve OT Learning. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>​​​​​​​Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Resources and Templates</h3>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Nikki Cousins</strong></p>

			<p>Nikki Cousins is an Occupational Therapist and Director of Action Occupational Therapy in the Hunter Region, NSW. She has extensive experience supporting adolescents and adults with complex needs, where sensory processing plays a critical role in participation, independence, and well-being.</p>

			<p>Nikki is highly skilled in applying sensory processing knowledge to inform interventions that build capacity through environmental modifications, education for families and caregivers, and strategies that enhance daily living and community participation. She has presented nationally across Australia on sensory processing and capacity building and continues to mentor clinicians in integrating sensory approaches into functional, goal-directed practice.</p>
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<p>High-quality reports translate clinical findings into meaningful recommendations that drive funding and service outcomes. This workshop gives allied health professionals the skills to write clear, evidence-based reports that connect assessment findings to outcomes and recommendations, strengthen participant advocacy, and build reviewer confidence in decision-making.</p>


Verve - Core Assessment Principles • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This workshop is designed for allied health professionals who write reports that inform funding, service delivery, and review processes under the NDIS. It is relevant for Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Social Workers, and other clinicians who want to improve the clarity, accuracy, and impact of their written documentation.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>Effective report writing is a core professional skill that shapes funding outcomes, service provision, and client advocacy. This workshop provides a clear framework for writing reports that communicate purpose, demonstrate clinical reasoning, and meet NDIS expectations.</p>

			<p>Participants will learn to produce structured, evidence-based, and outcome-focused reports. The session covers key principles of effective communication&mdash;clarity of purpose, meaningful language, logical flow, robust evidence, and linking recommendations to observed functional outcomes. Case examples and templates illustrate how to apply these principles across disciplines and report types, enabling clinicians to write with precision and confidence.</p>

			<p>By the end of this training, participants will have a structured process for preparing reports that are concise, defensible, and aligned with best practice in allied health documentation.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Apply the core principles of clear, structured, and evidence-based report writing.</li>
				<li>Use consistent and meaningful language that communicates functional impact clearly.</li>
				<li>Link assessment findings directly to recommendations that are purposeful and outcome-focused.</li>
				<li>Communicate functional benefit in a way that aligns with NDIS criteria for funded supports.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-Requisites</h3>

			<p><strong>Confidentiality</strong></p>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Intellectual Property</strong></p>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of Verve OT Learning. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Resources and Templates</strong></p>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Sarah Collison</strong></p>

			<p>Sarah Collison is an Occupational Therapist and Director of Verve OT, specializing in assistive technology, home modifications, and complex functional assessments for NDIS participants. She leads a team of 55 occupational therapists across Sydney and the Blue Mountains, delivering in-home and community-based supports to NDIS participants.</p>

			<p>As a trainer and presenter, Sarah has educated thousands of OTs across Australia, helping them confidently navigate the complexities of the NDIS. She is the founder of Verve OT Learning, an education hub that empowers OTs to provide high-quality, evidence-based services.</p>

			<p>Sarah also facilitates the NDIS OT Community of Practice, a network of more than 12,500 OTs that fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and advocacy for improved participant outcomes. In addition, she co-hosts the OT Unplugged podcast, where she shares real conversations and practical insights to support OTs working within the NDIS.</p>
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<p>Build confidence in assessing functional capacity for NDIS participants aged over 18 years. This practical workshop equips allied health professionals with a clear, repeatable process to plan assessments, gather robust evidence, and write reports that meet NDIS requirements. Learn to evaluate function across self-care, self-management, mobility, communication, and community participation using observation, interviews, task analysis, and standardized measures. Gain the skills to integrate evidence that demonstrates impact and support needs, and translate findings into clear, targeted recommendations.</p>


Verve - Paediatric Functional Assessment Reporting in the NDIS • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This workshop is designed for Occupational Therapists who assess and report on functional capacity for adult participants within the NDIS. It is also relevant for support coordinators, case managers, and clinicians involved in preparing evidence for funding applications, reviews, and appeals.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>High-quality functional capacity assessments are essential to ensuring NDIS participants receive appropriate funded supports. This workshop provides Occupational Therapists with a structured, practical framework for assessing function, gathering evidence, and writing reports that align with NDIS expectations.</p>

			<p>Through case examples and hands-on guidance, participants will learn how to explore functional capacity across self-care, self-management, mobility, communication, and community participation. The session demonstrates how to integrate findings from observation, interviews, task analysis, standardized assessments, and other evidence sources to build a comprehensive understanding of client strengths and support needs.</p>

			<p>By the end of this training, you&rsquo;ll have the knowledge and confidence to complete functional capacity assessments that are robust, person-centered, and meet NDIS reporting requirements. Whether you&rsquo;re new to functional assessments or seeking to refine your approach, this workshop offers clear, practical strategies to strengthen clinical reasoning and enhance report quality.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Define functional capacity in the context of the NDIS.</li>
				<li>Recognize when and why a Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) may be required.</li>
				<li>Identify key components of a comprehensive assessment, including referral triage, information gathering, observation, task analysis, and standardized measures.</li>
				<li>Apply a structured, whole-of-person approach to exploring functional status, self-care, self-management, and community access.</li>
				<li>Integrate findings from multiple evidence sources to form a clear, defensible picture of client needs and strengths.</li>
				<li>Understand the core requirements for an FCA report within the NDIS context.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-Requisites</h3>

			<p><strong>Confidentiality</strong></p>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Intellectual Property</strong></p>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of&nbsp;<strong>Verve OT Learning</strong>. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Resources and Templates</strong></p>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Sarah Collison</strong><br />
			<br />
			Sarah Collison is an Occupational Therapist and Director of&nbsp;<em>Verve OT</em>, specializing in assistive technology, home modifications, and complex functional assessments for NDIS participants. She leads a team of 55 occupational therapists across Sydney and the Blue Mountains, delivering in-home and community-based supports to NDIS participants.</p>

			<p>As a trainer and presenter, Sarah has educated thousands of OTs across Australia, helping them confidently navigate the complexities of the NDIS. She is the founder of&nbsp;<em>Verve OT Learning</em>, an education hub that empowers OTs to provide high-quality, evidence-based services.</p>

			<p>Sarah also facilitates the&nbsp;<em>NDIS OT Community of Practice</em>, a network of more than 12,500 OTs that fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and advocacy for improved participant outcomes. In addition, she co-hosts the&nbsp;<em>OT Unplugged</em>&nbsp;podcast, where she shares real conversations and practical insights to support OTs working within the NDIS.</p>
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<p>Gain a clear understanding of the foundations of allied health service delivery within the NDIS. This introductory workshop equips allied health professionals with the knowledge and confidence to navigate eligibility criteria, access pathways, funding categories, service agreements, and the roles of key stakeholders. Learn how the NDIS operates in practice, what &ldquo;reasonable and necessary&rdquo; really means, and how the Price Guide and Quality and Safeguards Commission define the standards and rules for providers.</p>


Verve - Navigating the NDIS: An Introduction for Ots • On Demand

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			<h3>Audience</h3>

			<p>This workshop is designed for Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Social Workers, and other allied health professionals who are new to the NDIS or want to refresh their knowledge. It is also suitable for Support Coordinators, Case Managers, and practice leaders seeking a clear, practical overview of how the scheme operates.</p>

			<h3>Course Description</h3>

			<p>Navigating the NDIS can be complex, particularly for clinicians new to the scheme. This workshop offers a structured and practical introduction to the NDIS framework, giving you a clear understanding of its purpose, structure, and guiding principles.</p>

			<p>You will learn how eligibility and access are determined, the roles of participants and professionals within the system, and how NDIS funding is categorized and managed. The session also examines the &ldquo;reasonable and necessary&rdquo; criteria, the new&nbsp;<em>Supports for Participants</em>&nbsp;rule, service agreements, schedules of support, and the NDIS Price Guide.</p>

			<p>By the end of this training, you will feel confident engaging with the NDIS and equipped to deliver services that align with its requirements. Whether you are starting your career, transitioning into NDIS practice from another sector, or supporting a team to work effectively within the scheme, this workshop provides the clarity and tools you need.</p>

			<h3>Learning Outcomes</h3>

			<p>By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Describe the purpose and structure of the NDIS, including key legislation, rules, and operational guidelines.</li>
				<li>Identify eligibility criteria and access pathways for participants entering the scheme.</li>
				<li>Explain the roles of key stakeholders, including LACs, Support Coordinators, Plan Managers, and NDIA Planners.</li>
				<li>Interpret funding categories (Core, Capacity Building, Capital, and Transport) and understand how they can be managed.</li>
				<li>Apply the concept of &ldquo;reasonable and necessary&rdquo; and the new&nbsp;<em>Supports for Participants</em>&nbsp;rule to determine what can be funded.</li>
				<li>Understand the purpose and intent of NDIS service agreements and schedules of support.</li>
				<li>Navigate the NDIS Price Guide and its implications for service delivery and billing.</li>
				<li>Recognize the role and purpose of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>Pre-Requisites</h3>

			<p><strong>Confidentiality</strong></p>

			<p>All workshop materials, including recordings, slides, and case examples, must be treated as confidential. By enrolling, you agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Not copy, record, or distribute any part of the workshop content in any format.</li>
				<li>Keep your login details secure and ensure only you access the provided materials.</li>
				<li>Avoid showing or sharing content with colleagues, peers, or external groups unless they have purchased their own access.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Intellectual Property</strong></p>

			<p>All training resources, templates, workbooks, and guides are the intellectual property of&nbsp;<strong>Verve OT Learning</strong>. These materials are provided for your personal learning and professional development. You agree to:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Use the content solely for your own clinical or educational purposes.</li>
				<li>Not reproduce, adapt, or distribute the materials without written permission from Verve OT Learning.</li>
				<li>Not screenshot, duplicate, or repurpose any part of the workshop materials, including video or text, for sharing with others.</li>
			</ul>

			<p><strong>Resources and Templates</strong></p>

			<p>Any templates or guides provided with the training are designed to support your practice. Editable versions may be supplied for you to adapt for your client work. To use these resources within a team or organization, each professional must hold their own license or course access.</p>

			<h3>Presenters</h3>

			<p><strong>Sarah Collison</strong><br />
			<br />
			Sarah Collison is an Occupational Therapist and Director of&nbsp;<em>Verve OT</em>, specializing in assistive technology, home modifications, and complex functional assessments for NDIS participants. She leads a team of 55 occupational therapists across Sydney and the Blue Mountains, delivering in-home and community-based supports to NDIS participants.</p>

			<p>As a trainer and presenter, Sarah has educated thousands of OTs across Australia, helping them confidently navigate the complexities of the NDIS. She is the founder of&nbsp;<em>Verve OT Learning</em>, an education hub that empowers OTs to provide high-quality, evidence-based services.</p>

			<p>Sarah also facilitates the&nbsp;<em>NDIS OT Community of Practice</em>, a network of more than 12,500 OTs that fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and advocacy for improved participant outcomes. In addition, she co-hosts the&nbsp;<em>OT Unplugged</em>&nbsp;podcast, where she shares real conversations and practical insights to support OTs working within the NDIS.</p>
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Verve OT Learning offers practical NDIS and allied health training to help clinicians build confidence, skills, and better client outcomes.

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			<p>In an exclusive Verve OT Learning and Pearson Medical collaboration, you can access online learning for the following topics:</p>

			<ul>
				<li>Navigating the NDIS - An Introduction for Allied Health Professionals, by Sarah Collison</li>
				<li>NDIS Functional Capacity Assessments for Adults, by Sarah Collison</li>
				<li>NDIS Report Writing Principles, by Sarah Collison</li>
				<li>Executive Functioning in Adults - Assessment and OT Intervention, by Nadine Holgate and Belinda Renison</li>
				<li>Pediatric OT Functional Capacity Assessment, by Veronica Sarunic</li>
				<li>Addressing Executive Functioning in Children and Teens, by Alyce Svensk</li>
				<li>Sensory Processing in Adolescents and Adults, by Nikki Cousins</li>
				<li>Introduction to Fine Motor Assessment, by Hannah Spencer</li>
				<li>Standardized Assessment Tools, by Lisa Natale</li>
			</ul>

			<h3>How to access the training?</h3>

			<p>All sessions are pre-recorded. When you purchase the training workshop through Pearson Clinical, you will be provided access to the recording and workshop slides. You can work through the recording at your own pace and download the slides for your own note-taking.</p>

			<p>Once completed, you will receive a certificate of completion for your PD records.</p>

			<h3>Want more of Verve OT Learning?</h3>

			<p>Verve OT Learning provides ongoing support and community for allied health professionals at every career stage. Whether you&rsquo;re after a one-off workshop, regular supervision or continuous membership, you can choose the support that matches your schedule, goals and learning needs.</p>

			<p>We update our content regularly with the latest guidelines and best practices so that you always have access to information that is relevant and reliable. With a focus on practical strategies, our training and resources deliver knowledge and tools you can use immediately in everyday practice.</p>

			<p>When you choose Verve OT Learning, you join a welcoming and supportive community where allied health professionals connect, share insights and grow together. Learn more:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.verveotlearning.com.au" target="_blank">www.verveotlearning.com.au</a></p>
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