Who should take this course?

Michigan Adult Foster Care (AFC) owners, administrators, direct care staff, and OT/OTA clinicians supporting neuro rehab needs in homes, clinics, or group homes.

You’ll learn neuroplasticity fundamentals, how to design task-specific and intensive practice, adapt environments, coach caregivers, and document outcomes for compliance.

Does this provide Michigan AFC CEUs?

Yes. The training is designed for Michigan Adult Foster Care continuing education and provides a certificate upon completion.

Is the course self-paced?

Yes. Progress at your own pace with lifetime access to updates while your account remains active.

Neuroplasticity Discussion for Occupational Therapists

Neuroplasticity Foundations

Understand mechanisms of use-dependent change, intensity, salience, and repetition—and how they guide treatment planning.

Task-Specific Training

Build functional, meaningful tasks that improve ADLs/IADLs using graded practice, feedback, and appropriate challenge.

Environment & Enrichment

Shape environments for engagement: scheduling, cues, equipment selection, and home/group home carryover.

Caregiver Coaching & Documentation

Coach staff and families, track outcomes, and document progress consistent with Michigan AFC training standards.

What You’ll Gain

Michigan Adult Foster Care CEU credit with a downloadable certificate
Actionable neuro rehab frameworks for diverse diagnoses and functional goals
Session planning templates and outcome tracking ideas
Strategies to improve carryover with caregivers and direct care staff

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Developed by Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. to advance person-centered outcomes across Michigan AFC programs.

OT Learning Series: Neuroplasticity and Cognitive Rehabilitation

Course curriculum

Chapter 1: Introduction to Neuroplasticity

Chapter 2: Application of Neuroplasticity in Rehabilitation

Chapter 3 - Understanding TBI and Neurodegenerative Conditions

Chapter 4 - Lesson B: Innovative Techniques and Therapies

Chapter 5 - Lesson C: Implementing Strategies in Practice

Chapter 6: Post-Test / Review

Neuroplasticity for Occupational Therapy (OT Learning Series)

Neuroplasticity Foundations

Task-Specific Training

Environment & Enrichment

Caregiver Coaching & Documentation

What You’ll Gain