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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention in Rancho Cucamonga\, CA October 24-25\, 2026 (Sat/Sun) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:THIS COURSE IS SOLD OUT\nCOMING TO TEMECULA\, CA FEBRUARY 5-6\, 2027\nCLICK HERE TO VIEW EVENT\nCourse Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nAttendees are asked to bring a free-standing or handheld mirror for the hands-on exercises. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nPhoto ID and proof of licensure required at Check-in.  Check-in starts at 7:30am and you will receive your course materials at that time. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 24-25\, 2026 (Sat/Sun) 8:00am – 5:30pm\nDay One \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 \n\nEarly Bird Registration through September 8\, 2026 $509 \n\nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com(opens in new tab) \nAirport:                    \nOntario International Airport (ONT)\nApprox. 4 miles from conference location \nParking:\nFree onsite parking \nHotels:\nBest Western Heritage In\n8179 Spruce Ave\, Rancho Cucamonga\, CA 91730(opens in new tab)\n(909) 466-1111\nApprox 0.1 miles from conference location \nCourtyard by Marriott Ontario Rancho Cucamonga\n11525 Mission Vista Dr\, Rancho Cucamonga\, CA 91730(opens in new tab)\n(909) 481-6476\nApprox. 2.8 miles from conference location \nDining:\nJust a short drive from Chick-fil-A\, Jersey Mike’s\, Hitch Burger Grill\, Bushfire Kitchem\, Brio Italian Grille\, McDonald’s\, Five Guys\, Wendy’s\, In-N-Out Burger\, The Poke Place\, Jollibee\, Chop Stop and more! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Carrico Pediatric Therapy Inc.\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for free seat(s). \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention via Zoom! November 6-7\, 2026 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am - 5:30pm\, PT
DESCRIPTION:***US/CANADA/MEXICO  REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES 11:59pm\, EDT on October 26\, 2026***\n***INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES 11:59pm\, EDT on October 24\, 2026***\nEMAIL INFO@BECKMANORALMOTOR.COM FOR LATE REGISTRATION.\nLATE REGISTRATION CLOSES 12:00pm\, EDT November 2\,2026.  \nUS/CANADA/MEXICO: LATE REGISTRATION FEE $50\, INCLUDES OVERNIGHT SHIPPING.\nINTERNATIONAL:  LATE REGISTRATION FEE $100 INCLUDES OVERNIGHT SHIPPING.\nCourse Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. Attendees are asked to bring a large handheld mirror. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nSpeakers: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n  \nSchedule:\nNovember 6-7\, 2026 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am – 5:30pm\, PT\nTime Zone: Pacific (America/Los Angeles)/UTC-7 \n\n\n\n\nDay One: \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two: \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 – USA\n$619 – Mexico/Canada Shipping\n$684 – International Shipping\n*For group discounts contact info@beckmanoralmotor.com* \nNo refunds are given once materials have been shipped. \nWays to Register:\nOnline: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nBy Phone: Mobile: (407) 312-4078  Office:(407) 647-6415  \n\n\nHelpful Tips:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area. For safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nA small free-standing mirror or hand-held mirror is great for the hands-on exercises. \nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \n\n\nMaterials\nMaterials are shipped 10 business days prior to the dates of the workshop. No P.O. Boxes.\nYou will receive a package containing:  \n\nBeckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention Manual\nBeckman Professional Oral Probe (B-Pop)\nBeckman Oral Motor EZ Spoon\nBeckman Oral Motor Tri-Chew\n\nIf you do not have your materials 4 business days before the course\, you need to contact Brian Beckman as soon as possible at (407) 312-4078 or beckmanconference@gmail.com (text preferred\, please include name and shipping address). \nYou will need to provide: \n\nYou must have a webcam and microphone. You must remain on camera at all times.  We need to be able to see you perform the techniques.\nA 4oz. cup of pureed consistency food (yogurt\, hummus\, baby food\, apple sauce)\nGloves – You may want gloves handy for practicing techniques on your partner. A partner is recommended but not required.\nA mirror (handheld is fine)\nPreferably\, a practice partner (not required) during these times:\n\nDay 1 – 2:00PM-4:30PM\nDay 2 – 8:00AM- 4:00PM\n\n\n\nPlease be aware that your materials destination may charge you a tax upon delivery. Please check your local international shipping laws.  \nZoom Meeting ID + Password\nMeeting ID + Password will be e-mailed to you the day prior to the course. If you have any problems entering the meeting\, please text Brian at (407) 312-4078. \nThis intellectual property is copyrighted in all formats and the conference proceedings cannot be recorded or shared. \nCertificate\nE-mail the course evaluation and ASHA CEU form (if applicable) to beckmanconference@gmail.com within 48 hours following the end of the conference. \nA PDF certificate will be sent via email within 10 business days following the receipt of the course evaluation (and the CEU form\, for SLPs).  Course evaluations are excepted as a PDF format or typed into an email or Word document.  Links will not be accepted.   \nIf you cannot complete the Zoom teleconference\, you can register for another course at no additional charge. You will need to bring the materials provided. You only need to attend the portions you missed. \n \nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course Approval ID# 11316. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention in St. Paul\, MN November 13-14\, 2026 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nAttendees are asked to bring a free-standing or handheld mirror for the hands-on exercises. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nPhoto ID and proof of licensure required at Check-in.  Check-in starts at 7:30am and you will receive your course materials at that time. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNovember 13-14\, 2026 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am – 5:30pm\nDay One \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 \nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com \nAirport:                    \nMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)\nApprox. 9 miles from conference location \nParking:          \nFree on-site and neighborhood parking \nHotels: \nComo Park Hotel\n1010 Bandana Blvd W\, St Paul\, MN 55108\n(651)647-1637\nApprox. 0.4 miles from conference location \nCountry Inn & Suites by Radisson Roseville – St. Paul \n2740 E Snelling Ser Dr\, Roseville\, MN 55113\n(651)661-0625\nApprox. 5 miles from conference location \nDining:\nJust a short drive from Gabe’s Bar & Kitchen\, Nelson Cheese & Deli\, Domino’s Pizza\, Mirrors or Korea\, La Morelense Restaurant and Sweets\, Black Sea\, Pho Pasteur\, Hodma Restaurant\, Bil L’s Soul Food\, Doge Pizza and Grill\, Taco Bell\, Culvers\, McDonald’s\, Arby’s\, Wingstop\, John’s Pizza\, New Fresh Wok\,  and more! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Metro Deaf School\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for free seats. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
URL:https://beckmanoralmotor.com/events/beckman-oral-motor-assessment-intervention-in-st-paul-mn-november-13-14-2026-fri-sat-800am-530pm/
LOCATION:Metro Deaf School\, 1125 Energy Park Drive\, St Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270109T173000
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention in Florence\, SC January 8-9\, 2027 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nAttendees are asked to bring a free-standing or handheld mirror for the hands-on exercises. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nPhoto ID and proof of licensure required at Check-in.  Check-in starts at 7:30am and you will receive your course materials at that time. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJanuary 8-9\, 2027 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am – 5:30pm\nDay One \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 \nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com(opens in new tab) \nAirport:\nFlorence Regional Airport (FLO)\nApprox. 4 miles from conference location \nParking:\nFree on-site parking \nHotels:\nHotel Florence\, Tapestry Collection by Hilton\n126 W Evans St\, Florence\, SC 29501(opens in new tab)\n(843)629-0100\nApprox. 1.6 miles from conference location \nHyatt Place Florence / Downtown\n100 E Evans St\, Florence\, SC 29506(opens in new tab)\n(843)519-9900\nApprox. 1.8 miles from conference location \nDining:\nJust a short drive from Denos Grill and Sundae House\, Konnichiwa of Florence\, Jimmy John’s\, Town Hall\, Bird’s Nest\, Taco Bell\, The Townhouse\, Wendy’s\, The Drive Inn\, KFC\, Dash-N-Dogs\, Jumping J’s\, Woodstone BBQ and Seafood\, 92 go\, and more! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Sensory Academic Solutions\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for free seats. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
URL:https://beckmanoralmotor.com/events/beckman-oral-motor-assessment-intervention-in-florence-sc-january-8-9-2027-fri-sat-800am-530pm/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 700 Park Avenue\, Jenkins Fellowship Hall\, Florence\, SC\, 29501\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270122T173000
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention in Orlando\, FL January 21-22\, 2027 (Thur/Fri) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nAttendees are asked to bring a free-standing or handheld mirror for the hands-on exercises. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nPhoto ID and proof of licensure required at Check-in.  Check-in starts at 7:30am and you will receive your course materials at that time. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJanuary 21-22\, 2027 (Thur/Fri) 8:00am – 5:30pm\nDay One \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 \nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com(opens in new tab) \nAirport:\nOrlando International Airport (MCO)\nApprox. 20 miles from conference location \nParking:\nNorth King Street Garage: 2815 McRae Ave\, Orlando\, FL 32803 \nHotels:\nComfort Suite Downtown\n2416 N Orange Ave\, Orlando\, FL 32804(opens in new tab)\n(407)641-1280\nApprox. 0.6 miles from conference location \nHilton Garden Inn Winter Park \n1275 Lee Rd\, Winter Park\, FL 32789(opens in new tab)\n(407)755-3733\nApprox. 3.3 miles from conference location \nDining:\nOn-site cafeteria and a short drive from Hawkers Asian Street Food\, Gnarly Barley\, Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen\, Wendy’s\, Starbucks\, Chick fil-A\, McDonald’s\,  Chipolte\, Jimmy John’s\, Moe’s Southwestern Grill\, Shake Shack\, Ravenous Pig and more! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Advent Health University\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for free seats. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
URL:https://beckmanoralmotor.com/events/beckman-oral-motor-assessment-intervention-in-orlando-fl-january-21-22-2027-thur-fri-800am-530pm/
LOCATION:AdventHealth University\, Graduate Building David E. Greenlaw Conference Center GB 116 A\, B\, C\, 660 Winyah Drive\, Orlando\, FL\, 32803\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270129T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270130T173000
DTSTAMP:20261021T230818Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T230818Z
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention in Dawsonville\, GA January 29-30\, 2027 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nAttendees are asked to bring a free-standing or handheld mirror for the hands-on exercises. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nPhoto ID and proof of licensure required at Check-in.  Check-in starts at 7:30am and you will receive your course materials at that time. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJanuary 29-30\, 2027 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am – 5:30pm\nDay One \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 \n\nEarly Bird Registration through December 15\, 2026\n$509 \n\nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com(opens in new tab) \nAirport:                    \nHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)\nApprox. 62 miles from conference location \nParking:\nFree onsite parking \nHotels:\nHoliday Inn express and suites Dawsonville Georgia\n16 Bethel Dr\, Dawsonville\, GA 30534(opens in new tab)\n(706)203-1110\nApprox 2.9 miles from conference location \nQuality Inn and Suites Dawsonville Georgia\n127 Beartooth Pkwy\, Dawsonville\, GA 30534(opens in new tab)\n(762)274-1094\nApprox. 1.8 miles from conference location \nDining:\nCatering options: Olive Garden\, El Campesino Mexican Restaurant\, Publix\, plus many fast food options such as Chick-Fil-A\, Zaxby’s\, Panda Express\, Freddies\, Culvers\, and more! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Prosper Therapy Services\, LLC\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for free seat(s). \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
URL:https://beckmanoralmotor.com/events/beckman-oral-motor-assessment-intervention-in-dawsonville-ga-january-29-30-2027-fri-sat-800am-530pm/
LOCATION:Prosper Therapy Services\, 477 Prominence Ct Ste 100\, Dawsonville\, GA\, 30534\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260818T204629Z
CREATED:20260818T200849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T204629Z
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention in Temecula\, CA February 5-6\, 2027 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nAttendees are asked to bring a free-standing or handheld mirror for the hands-on exercises. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nPhoto ID and proof of licensure required at Check-in.  Check-in starts at 7:30am and you will receive your course materials at that time. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 5-6\, 2027 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am – 5:30pm\nDay One \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 \n\nEarly Bird Registration through December 22\, 2026\n$509 \n\nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com(opens in new tab) \nAirport:                    \nSan Diego International Airport (SAN)\nApprox. 63 miles from conference location \nJohn Wayne Airport (SNA)\nApprox. 68 miles from conference location \nOntario International Airport (ONT)\nApprox. 52 miles from conference location \nParking:\nFree onsite parking \nHotels:\nHome2Suites by Hilton Temecula\n28400 Rancho California Rd\, Temecula\, CA 92590\n(951)331-3622\nApprox 0.3 miles from conference location \nBest Western Plus Temecula\n41841 Moreno Rd\, Temecula\, CA 92590\n(951)501-8100\nApprox. .8 miles from conference location \nDining:\nJust a short drive from The Crafted Scone\, Crave Coffee & Tea\, Better Buzz Coffee\, Rosas Cafe and Tortilla Factory\, EAT Marketplace\, McDonald’s\, Arby’s\, Wendy’s\, In-N-Out Burger\, Chipotle\, Chick-fil A\, Raising Cane’s\, Jack in the Box\, Jersey Mike’s\, Taco Bell- Old Town Deli-Kabob Shack- Oscar’s Brewing Company on the Pond; The Goat & Vine-Old Town Front Street\, Annie’s Café\, Olive Garden\, Bluewater Grill and many more! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Little Sprouts Speech Therapy Center\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for free seat(s). \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
URL:https://beckmanoralmotor.com/events/beckman-oral-motor-assessment-intervention-in-temecula-ca-february-5-6-2027-fri-sat-800am-530pm/
LOCATION:Little Sprouts Speech Therapy Center\, 28765 Single Oak Dr\, Suite 140\, Temecula\, CA\, 92590\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270228T173000
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor: Advanced Oro-Facial Deep Tissue in Toms River\, NJ!  February 28\, 2027 (Sun) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview \nThis is a one-day hands-on intensive workshop. During this course\, participants will practice specific deep tissue release for the upper and lower lips\, upper and lower cheeks\, midface\, jaw\, and tongue. These interventions focus on increased range of movement for these structures. In addition\, participants will have the opportunity to review\, discuss and practice the Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention protocol. \nParticipants are welcome to discuss specific issues they encounter in their practice and determine if and what Beckman Oral Motor interventions may be beneficial in improving oral motor function and what other resources\, methodologies\, products or services might enhance a positive outcome of therapy. Participants are invited to bring video case studies on DVD for discussion and problem solving. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to: \n1) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating.\n2) Apply an assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and treatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Analyze the results of the techniques discussed and create a treatment plan. \nPreparation: \nPrerequisite: This course is only for SLP/OT who have previously taken the Assessment & Intervention training. You must have implemented the A&I for a minimum of 3 months prior to taking this Deep Tissue training. We do not allow exceptions. \nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. Attendees are asked to bring a large handheld mirror. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\nSchedule:\nFebruary 28\, 2027 (Sun) 8:00am – 5:30pm\n\n\n\n\n7:45am-8:00am \nRegistration\n8:00am-8:15am\nOverview and Refresher on Basics\n8:15am-10:15am\nDeep Tissue releases for lips (hands on practice)\n10:15am-10:30am \nBreak (refreshments provided)\n12:00pm-1:00pm\nLunch\n1:00pm-2:30pm\nDeep Tissue releases for cheeks (hands on practice)\n2:30pm-2:45pm\nBreak (refreshments provided)\n2:45pm-4:00pm\nDeep Tissue releases for tongue (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-4:45pm\nCase Studies\, discussion\n4:45pm-5:00pm\nPost Test \n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$329 General Admission\n$309 Early Bird Admission (Available through 1/14/2027) \nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078 or  (407) 647-4740\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com(opens in new tab) \nAirport:                    \nAtlantic City International Airport (ACY)\nApprox. 52 miles from conference location \nPhiladelphia International Airport (PHL)\nApprox. 66 miles from conference location \nParking:\nFree onsite parking. \nHotels:\nClarion Hotel & Conference Center Toms River\n815 NJ-37\, Toms River\, NJ 08755\n(732)228-4279\nApprox. 1.5 miles from conference location \nDays Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore\n290 NJ-37\, Toms River\, NJ 08753\n(732)244-4000\nApprox. 4 miles from conference location \nDining:\nJust a short drive from KFC\, P.F. Chang’s\, Avocado\, Royal Grill 37\, Golden Dragon Kitchen\, Harry’s Smokin’ BBQ\, Wonder Toms River\, Wendy’s\, Freddy’s\,White Castle\, Five Guy’s\, Taco Bell\, McDonald’s\, Burger King\, and more! \n\n\nHelpful Tips:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area. For safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nA small free-standing mirror or hand-held mirror is great for the hands-on exercises. \nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Express It Speech-Language Pathologists\, LLC\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for credit toward seats. \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is offered for .75 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 0.75 CEUs\, Intermediate level\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA
URL:https://beckmanoralmotor.com/events/beckman-oral-motor-advanced-oro-facial-deep-tissue-in-toms-river-nj-february-28-2027-sun-800am-530pm/
LOCATION:Express It Speech-Language Pathologists\, 218 Commons Way\, Bldg. B\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08755\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Express It Speech-Language Pathologists":MAILTO:info@expressitspeech.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270302T173000
DTSTAMP:20260915T194912Z
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention in Toms River\, NJ March 1-2\, 2027 (Mon/Tue) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nAttendees are asked to bring a free-standing or handheld mirror for the hands-on exercises. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nPhoto ID and proof of licensure required at Check-in.  Check-in starts at 7:30am and you will receive your course materials at that time. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 1-2\, 2027 (Mon/Tue) 8:00am – 5:30pm\nDay One \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 General Admission\n$509 Early Bird Pricing (Available through 01/15/2027) \nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com \nAirport:                    \nAtlantic City International Airport (ACY)\nApprox. 52 miles from conference location \nPhiladelphia International Airport (PHL)\nApprox. 66 miles from conference location \nParking:\nFree onsite parking. \nHotels:\nClarion Hotel & Conference Center Toms River\n815 NJ-37\, Toms River\, NJ 08755\n(732)228-4279\nApprox. 1.5 miles from conference location \nDays Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore\n290 NJ-37\, Toms River\, NJ 08753\n(732)244-4000\nApprox. 4 miles from conference location \nDining:\nJust a short drive from KFC\, P.F. Chang’s\, Avocado\, Royal Grill 37\, Golden Dragon Kitchen\, Harry’s Smokin’ BBQ\, Wonder Toms River\, Wendy’s\, Freddy’s\,White Castle\, Five Guy’s\, Taco Bell\, McDonald’s\, Burger King\, and more! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Express It Speech-Language Pathologists\, LLC\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for free seats. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
URL:https://beckmanoralmotor.com/events/beckman-oral-motor-assessment-intervention-in-toms-river-nj-march-1-2-2027-mon-tue-800am-530pm/
LOCATION:Novelle Event Space\, 40 Chestnut Street Unit 3\, Lakewood\, 08712\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Express It Speech-Language Pathologists":MAILTO:info@expressitspeech.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270417T173000
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SUMMARY:Beckman Oral Motor Assessment & Intervention in Goshen\, IN April 16-17\, 2027 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am - 5:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview \nThis is a two-day\, hands-on intensive workshop.  Participants will learn compensatory hands-on techniques for tonic bite\, slow oral transit\, tongue thrust\, and gag. The participants will practice over 50 specific intervention strategies for improving facial muscle function for eating and speech. Additional topics of discussion may include: goal writing\, diet texture progression\, tube to oral issues\, adaptive mealtime utensils\, oral hygiene issues\, medication administration issues\, oral function for individuals with trachs\, facilitating improved articulation through oral motor techniques\, research issues\, videofluroscopy issues for motorically involved individuals\, and additional topics of importance as determined by the participants. \nCourse Objectives/Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion Participants will be able to:\n1) Demonstrate assessment battery for determining orofacial movement patterns using the Beckman protocol.\n2) Demonstrate compensatory handling techniques.\n3) Demonstrate oral motor interventions and\ntreatment techniques.\n4) Recognize how to screen for potential referral candidates.\n5) Identify the results of the techniques discussed.\n6) Demonstrate manual therapy assessment and intervention techniques that improve the activities of daily living regarding speech and eating. \nPreparation:\nYou will be working with the fragile tissues of the oral area; for safety reasons\, therapeutic nail length is a must. \nAttendees are asked to bring a free-standing or handheld mirror for the hands-on exercises. A DVD of a case study is welcomed for discussion. \nIt is highly recommended you review the information under “Workshop Class Materials” and “Additional Downloads” to get familiar with the information you will learn at the course: https://beckmanoralmotor.com/downloads. \nPhoto ID and proof of licensure required at Check-in.  Check-in starts at 7:30am and you will receive your course materials at that time. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDebra Beckman has worked in the field of communicative disorders since 1975\, specializing in motor speech disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings\, including schools\, hospitals\, universities\, trauma centers\, home-bound\, foster homes\, group homes\, Intermediate Care Facilities for individuals with intellectual impairment (ICF-IID)\, nursing homes and large residential facilities. She has served as a court appointed witness and as a resource content expert for seven federal court cases\, regarding services for the developmentally disabled.  Ms. Beckman has presented at numerous local\, state\, national and international conferences\, and has published articles in professional books\, journals\, monographs; and in Exceptional Parent magazine. She has been awarded a United States patent for a therapeutic oral probe. Ms. Beckman has been recognized by her peers and her community for outstanding clinical achievement. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 16-17\, 2027 (Fri/Sat) 8:00am – 5:30pm\nDay One \n8:00am-10:00am \nCourse Overview\, Mealtime Myths\, Neuroanatomy\, Impact of Sensory System\, Impact of Gravity on Function\, Oral Patterns\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nCase Studies-Mealtime Job Aides—Position\, Texture\, Temperature\, Consistency\, Utensils\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nCompensatory Techniques—Tonic Bite\, Coughing\, Gagging/Vomiting (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:15pm\nLoss of Food/Fluid\, Delayed Oral Transit\n4:15pm-5:30pm\nAssessment & Intervention Videos—Infant and Adult \n\n\n\n\nDay Two \n8:00am-10:00am \nAssessment & Intervention Techniques for Oral Structures-Lips\, Gums\, Tongue (hands on)\n10:00am-10:15am\nBreak\n10:15am-12:00am\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques— Cheeks\, Jaw (hands on practice)\n12:00pm-1:00pm \nBreak\n1:00pm-3:00pm\nAssessment & Intervention Techniques—Tongue\, Hard Palate\, Soft Palate (hands on practice)\n3:00pm-3:15pm\nBreak\n3:15pm-4:00pm\nContinued Assessment & Intervention Techniques and Documentation (hands on practice)\n4:00pm-5:30pm\nHome program\, Maintenance\, Tube to Oral Transition\, Discussion\, Post Test \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nPrice:\n*Licensed Speech and Occupational therapists only*\n$559 General Admission\n$509 Early Bird Pricing (Available through 03/03/2027) \nWays to Register:\nBy phone: Call (407) 312-4078\nBy Email: Email the requested information to info@beckmanoralmotor.com\nOn Line: Visit www.beckmanoralmotor.com \nAirport:                    \nSouth Bend International Airport (SBN)\nApprox. 40 miles from conference location \nParking:\nFree onsite parking.  Look for signs of Colleagues.  Enter Main Entrance.  Will be held in Arbors Conference Rooms. \nHotels:\nQuality Inn & Suites Goshen\n1930 Lincolnway E\, Goshen\, IN 46526\n(574)501-4559\nApprox. 2.1 miles from conference location \nHoliday Inn Express & Suites\n1415 Lincolnway E\, Goshen\, IN 46526\n(574)535-9200\nApprox. 2 miles from conference location \nDining:\nOnsite cafeteria open on Friday and a short drive from Goshen Noodles\, South Side Soda Shop\, Leaf Raker Cafe\, El Rancho Viejo\, Lux Cafe\, Jimmy John’s\, Dairy Queen\, Culver’s\, Taco Bell\, McDonald’s\, Burger King\, and more! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nThis course is not approved for partial credit. Participants must attend the course in its entirety to receive continuing education units. \nCancellation Policy: Beckman & Associates\, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any course at any time. If a course is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, registrants will be notified immediately and all tuition fully refunded. Beckman & Associates\, Inc. is not responsible for any other expenses incurred by registrants\, i.e. non-refundable travel arrangements. Our cancellation fees are necessary to cover credit card processing fees and other charges and vary depending on time prior to the conference as follows: within 45 days of the course = $20; within 30 days = $50; and within 20 days = non-refundable. \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs Requests: If you require special accommodations\, please notify Beckman & Associates at the time of registration so that needed accommodations can be made prior to the course. \nThis presentation will focus exclusively on Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention and will not include information on other similar or related services. \nInstructor Disclosure:  Debra Beckman is the President of Beckman & Associates\, Inc. Financial- Debra Beckman receives salary from Beckman & Associates.  Non-Financial-There are no nonfinancial relationships between Debra Beckman and Beckman & Associates. \nIn kind Support Disclaimer: Our hosts\, Goshen Health\, have provided the location\, audio visual support and snacks for this two day conference in exchange for free seats. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nThis program is offered for 1.6 ASHA CEUs\n(Intermediate; Professional area). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeckman & Associates\, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. Provider #5340. This live activity is offered at 1.6 CEUs\, intermediate\, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
URL:https://beckmanoralmotor.com/events/beckman-oral-motor-assessment-intervention-in-goshen-in-april-16-17-2027-fri-sat-800am-530pm/
LOCATION:Goshen Hospital\, 200 High Park Ave.\, Goshen\, IN\, 46526\, United States
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