OTTIS Training for Community Reentry

An intensive training based on our work using occupational justice and public health principles. Topics include intro to the justice system, program development, and service delivery. Obtain certification as approved provider of the SLU OTTIS method.

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Course curriculum

1

Module 1: OT Interface with the Carceral System and Settings
- 1.1 Introductions
- Information Sharing Policy
- Module 1 Objectives FREE PREVIEW
- Module 1 Slides
- 1.1 Reading: Humanizing Language-Underground Scholar's Initiative
- 1.2 Mass Incarceration - Ryan Cox: What can we learn from the world's "most humane" prison?
- 1.2 Mass Incarceration: Scope and Significance
- 1.2 Reading: Mass Incarceration and Historical Trauma: White Psychologists and African Americans’ Historical Trauma: Implications for Practice
- 1.3 Occupational Therapy and Public Health
- 1.4 Reading: Incarceration's Front Door
- 1.4 Incarceration Rates and Disparities
- Self-Care Reminder
- 1.5 Occupational Science and Occupational Justice
- 1.6 Practice Model Foundations
- 1.7 Carceral Settings
- 1.8 ABC News: Woman Volunteers for '60 Days In' Jail to See What Life Could Have Been; The Marshall Project: A Day in the Life of a Prisoner
- 1. 8 Environmental and Occupational Risk Factors
- 1.8 TRUE Program at a Connecticut Prison
- 1.8 Reading: Reimagining Prison
- Module 1 Resources and Materials
- Self-Care Reminder
- Module 1 Quiz
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Module 2: Pre-Release Process Overview
- Module 2 Objectives
- Module 2 Presentation Slides
- 2.1 Distinct Value of Occupational Therapy within Reentry
- 2.1 Reading: Justice-Based Occupational Therapy Initiative: Advancing occupational justice through practice exploring non-sanctioned occupations and with individuals at-risk or involved in criminal justice systems
- 2.2 Brief Overview of Pre-Release Process
- 2.3 Providing OT in and around carceral systems: Barriers, facilitators, and developing collaborations
- 2.4 Client Referrals, Screening, and Recruitment
- 2.5 Evaluation and Assessment
- 2.6 Goal Setting
- Module 2 Materials and Resources
- Module 2 Quiz
3

Module 3: Pre-Release Interventions
- Module 3 Objectives
- Self-Care Reminder
- Module 3 Presentation Slides
- 3.1 Pre-Release Group and Individual Interventions
- 3.2 Collaboration with Jail Staff and Community Partners
- 3.3 Documentation of Services
- 3.4 Court Advocacy
- Module 3 Resources and Materials
- Module 3 Materials and Resources: Pre-Release Interventions
- Module 3 Quiz
4

Module 4: Post-Release Process Overview
- Module 4 Objectives
- Module 4 Presentation Slides
- 4.1 Post-Release Overview
- 4.1 Reading: Probation and Parole Rules
- 4.2 Triage to Community Services
- 4.2 Assignment: Identifying Community Resources
- 4.3 Safety in the Community
- 4.3 Reading: Safety in the Community - Overview PDF pages 7 - 11 and Workplace Violence Program Checklists PDF pages 36 - 46
- Module 4 Materials and Resources
- Self-Care Reminder
- Module 4 Quiz
5

Module 5: Post-Release Interventions
- Module 5 Objectives
- Module 5 Presentation Slides
- 5.1 Post-Release Interventions
- 5.2 Graduation from OTTIS
- Module 5 Materials and Resources
- Module 5 Quiz
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Module 6: Program Evaluation and Sustainability
- Module 6 Objectives
- Module 6 Presentation Slides
- 6.1 Building a Workforce
- 6.2 Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Occupational Therapy
- 6.3 Locating and Writing Grants
- 6.4 Program Planning and Needs Assessment
- 6.5 Program Evaluation
- Module 6 Materials and Resources
- Module 6 Quiz
7

Almost There! Case Study and Cumulative Quiz
- Case Study: Long-term Incarceration Client - Jerry
- Cumulative OTTIS Quiz
- Feedback Survey
- Friendly Reminder: Information Sharing Policy
- Curriculum Outline

Pricing

Regular Price

$495
Students & New Grads

$295
Group (2+ People)

$445 per person

STUDENT & NEW GRAD DISCOUNT

Are you a student or a new practitioner?

If you are currently enrolled in OR recently graduated from an occupational therapy program (within the past year), you are in luck. We are offering you a discount for this course! All you have to do is hit the button below, select the student rate, then submit documentation of your current enrollment status or recent graduation! E-mail this to christine.hayes@health.slu.edu who will add you to the course!

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SLU OTTIS Information Sharing Policy

Before you purchase, please read over the following policy:

The information provided in this course is property of Saint Louis University and is NOT SHAREABLE. This includes but is not limited to programmatic processes, materials, data, and research. The information provided in this course is meant for course participant's individual use only. Information provided in this course may not be shared without explicit permission from SLU OTTIS. Please direct anyone interested in learning more about SLU OTTIS to our websites, continuing education course, or contact our program directly via phone or e-mail.

FAQ

How do I access the course?
After purchasing the course using the "Buy Now" button, you will receive an e-mail from thinkific within 1-2 business days with instructions on creating your account and accessing the course. If you have not received this e-mail after 2 business days, please contact christine.hayes@health.slu.edu
How long will I have access to the course?
You will have access to the course and the provided materials for 1 year from the date of enrollment.
How do I receive the student/new grad discount?
Submit documentation of your current enrollment or recent graduation to christine.hayes@health.slu.edu. This could include a screenshot of any document showing your registration status or graduation date. After verification has been submitted, select the student rate when purchasing the course.
How do I receive the group discount?
The group discount applies to anyone who chooses to purchase the course in a group of 2 or more. E-mail christine.hayes@health.slu.edu with the names of the individuals who will be ordering the course in a group. The group rate can be selected and paid for by each individual group member by selecting the group rate in the payment suite. A group can also purchase the course together by selecting the group rate and editing the quantity to match the number of group members taking the course (ex - 3 group members, change quantity of purchase to 3).
Do I have to be an occupational therapy student or practitioner to take this course?
You do not have to be an occupational therapy student or practitioner to take this course. Please be aware that a licensed occupational therapy practitioner is required to provide the skilled services outlined in this course.
Does this course count towards my continuing education units?
At the end of the course you will receive a digital certificate and course curriculum handout which can be submitted to NBCOT for continuing education credits. According to NBCOT policy, online courses that are approved by a regionally accredited college university can be used towards your continuing education credits. The OTTIS training course is approved by Saint Louis University, a regionally accredited university, and requires 18 hours to be completed. After completing the course, submit the provided certificate and curriculum handout to NBCOT to receive 18 continuing education credits (1 hour = 1 unit).
How can I use my digital certificate and badge?
Our course uses digital credentials through Accredible to provide you with a digital certificate, digital badge, and a web page for your credential as an Approved Provider of the SLU OTTIS Method. This web-page provides information on the training course, credential, a copy of badge/certificate, and offers credential verification. You can provide a link to this web-page on your resume, LinkedIn, or e-mail by including a hyperlink or using the digital badge which will have the link embedded in it.
Can I share information provided in this course with others?
The information and materials provided in this course is meant for the course participant's individual use only and is NOT SHAREABLE. The information in this course is property of Saint Louis University and may not be shared without explicit permission from SLU OTTIS.

Regular Price

Students & New Grads

Group (2+ People)