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4-person Registration – 7700 RMB per registrant
8-person Registration – 6900 RMB per registrant

Listening is the function of the entire brain and goes well beyond stimulating the auditory system. It is a voluntary act. Active listening is dynamic and continually adapting. Listening requires the desire to communicate and the ability to focus the ear on certain sounds selected for discrimination and interpretation. An individual actively listens and directs attention to sounds in the environment with the whole body.

Through the dedicated work of Sensory Integration by Dr. Jean Ayres and many others, we have learned the way in which we take in, process and adapt to sensations within our internal and external environment and that it has a direct impact on functional skills and occupational performance. Just as the vestibular, somatosensory and visual systems play significant roles in sensory integrative treatment, the auditory system has widespread connections to the brain and entire body. Thus, the use of auditory-based therapy tools may be used to support improved sensory processing and integration—ultimately enhancing function.

This six-day workshop presents an evidence-based protocol, which combines a sound-based intervention with sensory integrative activities to create a comprehensive approach that is effective for diverse populations with sensory challenges. Introductory topics will be discussed, moving to in-depth instruction of Advanced Therapeutic Listening^® and the application of the Quickshift™ albums.

Who Should Attend:

Occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, physical therapists, psychologists, physicians, educators, special educators, physical educators, human services professionals and parents. Graduating students or graduate students of the aforementioned fields are also welcome.

Certification:

Participants will receive a Certification in Therapeutic Listening (Introductory & Advanced) and Quickshifts.

International Location

Xian Feng Jin Rong Building, Conference Room 2
#24 Jiu Xian Qiao Road
Chao Yang District
Beijing, China

Schedule

Day 1: Tuesday, October 16, 2018, 08:30 – 16:30 China Standard Time (CST)
Day 2: Wednesday, October 17, 2018, 08:30 – 16:30 China Standard Time (CST)
Day 3: Thursday, October 18, 2018, 08:30 – 16:30 China Standard Time (CST)
Day 4: Friday, October 19, 2018, 08:30 – 16:30 China Standard Time (CST)
Day 5: Saturday, October 20, 2018, 08:30 – 16:30 China Standard Time (CST)
Day 6: Sunday, October 21, 2018, 08:30 – 16:30 China Standard Time (CST)

Level

Introductory

Instructors

Sheila M. Frick; OTR/L
Tracy Bjorling; M.S., OTR/L

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Get acquainted with the historical development of Therapeutic Listening techniques.
• Understand the anatomy and neurophysiology of hearing and listening.
• Understand the theoretical reasoning of the development of Therapeutic Listening and assessment strategies.
• Know Listening techniques combined with techniques for posture and breathing as well as the Sensory Diet with emphasis on the importance of the function of music and modulated music.
• Distinguish between the different types of music and electronic alterations.
• Modify listening programs to meet individual client need.
• Learn how to integrate a variety of auditory interventions in existing listening and sensory integration programs.

For additional information, email: daihu777@gmail.com [Dai Hu]