Professional Certificate in Self-Care for Autism Spectrum Disorder OT Professionals
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we are lucky to have Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in Occupational Therapy and the creator of the new course "Professional Certificate in Self-Care for Autism Spectrum Disorder OT Professionals". Dr. Smith, can you tell us what inspired you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely, I've seen a growing need for OT professionals to have specialized knowledge in self-care for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This course fills that gap. HOST: That's wonderful. Can you share some current trends in this area of OT? GUEST: Sure, there's a growing emphasis on personalized intervention plans and sensory regulation. Our course covers these topics in detail. HOST: That's really important. I imagine there must be challenges in teaching and learning this subject. Could you share some of these challenges? GUEST: Yes, one challenge is the wide spectrum of ASD, which requires flexibility and adaptability in teaching strategies. Another is the need for continuous professional development to stay updated with best practices. HOST: That sounds challenging indeed. Now, looking to the future, how do you see this area of OT evolving? GUEST: I believe there will be an increasing focus on telehealth and digital interventions, which we've also incorporated into our course. HOST: That's fascinating, Dr. Smith. Thank you for sharing your insights and for creating such a timely and relevant course. I'm sure our listeners will find it extremely valuable. GUEST: Thank you, it's been a pleasure. I encourage everyone to check out the course and see how it can transform their practice.
