EI State Sites and Support
Visit your state's EI Page to inquire about support and further resources in your state- State sites linked under "Resources"
Online Mentorship
If you are looking for direct connection and support that is not available to you in-person or if you are looking for more support, then online mentorship may be a good option for support.
An EI OT Resource that offers mentorship
This page and its founder offer one on one mentorship for support in the field of early intervention as an occupational therapist. This site also has a wealth of resources including several online courses, a place to connect with other OTs in EI, a blog, and resources. One free course offered by this site is "Getting Started in Early Intervention".
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An EI OT Resource that offers mentorship
This page offers either one on one mentorship, or a 12 week group based mentorship program for occupational therapists in pediatric settings. This site also offers webinars, a course on becoming a therapist, a blog, and resources.
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Instagram Accounts for EI and OT
Get inspiration, information and ideas from the amazing creators!
An OT In EI Instagram Account
An account focusing on education surrounding Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention and Occupational Therapists in Early Intervention. This group also has a Blog and a Podcast!
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An OT In EI Instagram Account
An account focusing on surrounding Occupational Therapists in entering and working in Early Intervention. They also have an Early Intervention focused Youtube channel, and facebook group linked on their profile!
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An OT In EI Instagram Account
An account focusing on support for Occupational Therapists in Early Intervention, or interested in entering Early Intervention.
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Connected to their instagram account is an offering of online conferences, free courses, and resources helpful for those in Early Intervention.
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An OT In EI Instagram Account
An account focusing on Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention, and on pediatric OT interventions. This page also has links to suggested toys, discount codes, and sensory activities.
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A Pediatric OT Instagram Account
An account looking at pediatric Occupational Therapy, and interventions. This page also has links to favorite tools/toys, PDF resources and a TikTok account!
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A Pediatric OT Instagram Account
An account looking at pediatric Occupational Therapy, interventions, and strategies.This page also has links to free guides and resources, a "sensory Superpower Course", favorite toys and tools, and a TikTok account.
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A Pediatric OT Instagram Account
An account looking at pediatric Occupational Therapy mentorship, and strategies, with a focus on sensory integration, regulation and feeding. This page also has links to mentorship opportunities, resources for starting a business, and resources for regulation and feeding.
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A Pediatric OT Instagram Account
An account looking at pediatric Occupational Therapy, interventions, and strategies.This account is also linked to a website that offers a blog, courses, and handouts/instructionals.
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An OT In EI Instagram Account
An account focusing on education surrounding Occupational Therapy in pediatrics.This site also has a Podcast!
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Blogs for EI and OT
There are so many blogs out there to provide insight and ideas for your practice. Why not find a few that can provide some support?
An Early Intervention Specific Blog
An blog that provides support for topics related to Early Intervention, Teletherapy, and Parent Resources. Early intervention blog topics span a wide range including, support for new graduates, tips for success as an EI therapist, intervention ideas and much more!
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An Early Intervention Specific Blog
This is a blog that provides posts related to practice in early intervention. Topics covered by this blog include the basics of early intervention, EI intervention ideas and tips, topics on play and learning, and more!
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An Early Intervention Specific Blog
An account focusing on education surrounding Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention and Occupational Therapists in Early Intervention. This group also has a Blog and a Podcast!
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An Early Intervention Specific Blog
This website focuses on supporting entry into and working in Early Intervention. They also have Early Intervention resources, trainings, tips for getting started in EI and family resources!
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An Early Intervention and Pediatrics Blog
A site that services counties in Pennsylvania, that also hosts and shares a blog on early intervention and pediatric topics
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An Early Intervention and Pediatrics Blog
This is a blog dedicated to early intervention and pediatric specific topics, with a focus on social-emotional skills. This page also offers kits , certifications, and trainings geared towards their program.
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An OT Based Pediatric Therapy Blog
This blog focuses on support, tips, and ideas for occupational therapists in pediatric settings.
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An OT Based Pediatric Therapy Blog
This is an OT blog focuses on tips, tricks, advice, and support for early development for babies and toddlers. This website also offers courses, books, and handouts/instructionals.
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An OT Based Pediatric Therapy Blog
This blog focuses on support, tips, and ideas for occupational therapists in pediatric settings. This website also offers free resources, toolboxes, intervention ideas, and courses.
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A Pediatric Therapy Focused Blog
An account focusing on support for those in pediatric therapy. This page also has therapy plans, resources for therapy, and free resources!
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An OT Based Pediatric Therapy Blog
This blog focuses on support, tips, and ideas for occupational therapists in pediatric settings.
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A Pediatric Therapy Focused Blog
A blog focused on pediatric therapy, and providing tips, and support for pediatric therapists across disciplines and ages.
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A Pediatric Therapy Focused Blog
A blog that focuses on pediatric therapy topics across disciplines and ages, geared towards parents
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A Pediatric Therapy Focused Blog
A blog focused on pediatric therapy, and providing tips, and support for pediatric therapists across disciplines and ages.
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An Assistive Technology and Mobility Focused Blog
This is a blog that focuses on the importance of assistive technology and mobility for all. This blog has many different sections one of which is an early intervention assistive technology and mobility focused blog section.
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A Pediatric Speech Focused Blog
A blog focused on tips, ideas and information on speech for young kiddos.
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Podcasts
Take a listen to learn more! Podcasts are a great way to follow along with current research, to learn some wonderful tips and tricks, and to be connected to the OT community!
An OT Podcast Directory
The American Occupational Therapy Association provides a directory and updated list of OT related podcasts that may be of interest. AOTA's site also hosts a wealth of OT information and resources on a variety of topics. Some resources include the CommunOT forum, AJOT, trainings and more.
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An OT Podcast Directory
A podcast portal with a dedicated section on pediatrics. This site also offers free resources such as a forum, videos, articles and a journal club. This site also offers paid opportunities for case studies, a research portal, interventions, downloads, and courses.
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An Early Intervention OT Podcast
A podcast dedicated to occupational therapy in the setting of early intervention. Available on a range of streaming platforms.
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An OT Podcast CEU Program
This site offers OT podcasts on a variety of topics, that when combined with their site quizzes can be used as a certificate for continuing education units.
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A Therapy and Autism Focused Podcast
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Conferences
Here is a list of some early intervention and OT related conferences, where you can connect in-person with others in the field. Check your area for more regional conferences.
This is a national conference offering a focus on kiddos in the early intervention age window. This site also offers online trainings, webinars, and resources.
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Our OT organization's annual conference that boasts a wide range of information sessions, speakers, and wisdom. There is lots of information on early childhood and pediatrics at this conference every year.
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Other Spots for Discussions and Forums
Ask questions, provide answers, look for support! Discussions and forums can be a great place to seek and provide support and community.
AOTA's dedicated place for online connections and sharing. Ask questions, seek advice, share stories, find connection. This is a great place to chat.
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Request to join this group to gain access to the posts on this page. Ask questions, find resources, and build community here.
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