Upcoming CE Events

As a benefit of membership, MSOTA sponsors several continuing education events throughout the given year. Members are able to register for these events for free or at discounted rates.  Continue to visit our website for information regarding upcoming events.

MSOTA also provides information about other conferences based on the requests of our members and/or associates. If you would like to advertise a continuing education event on our website, please send an email of your request to [email protected].

SOUTH CENTRAL DISTRICT MEETING/FREE CEU EVENT - OCTOBER 20, 2025

 The MSOTA South Central District Chair, Danielle Whittington, is offering a District meeting/free CEU event on October 20, 2025.  This event will be held at Columbia High School/Academic Studio on 1009 Broad Street in Columbia, MS from 5:00 p. m. to 7:00 p.m.  The topic is "Bridging Classroom and Therapy:  OTs in the IEP Process" presented by Dr. Sara Bardwell.  This session will explore practical ways OTs can effectively contribute to IEP development, from providing meaningful evaluation data to writing functional, measurable goals that address participation, independence, and access. Participants will learn strategies to communicate their expertise in a way that strengthens collaboration with educators and families, ensures compliance with IDEA, and highlights the unique value of occupational therapy in the school setting. Real-world examples and case scenarios will be used to illustrate best practices, helping OTs feel confident and empowered at the IEP table. Anyone can attend this event.  MSOTA members only will receive a 2.0 hour CEU certificate immediately following the event.  Pre-registration is required.  Click here to register on line.

 COASTAL DISTRICT MEETING/FREE CEU EVENT - OCTOBER 22, 2025

The MSOTA Coastal District co-chairs, Tanner Lee and Dalton Frederick, are offering a District meeting/free CEU event on October 22, 2025.  This event will be held at Encompass Health Rehab Hospital/East Tower Dining Room of the Memorial Building located at 4500 13th Street, Unit 900 in Gulfport, MS from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  The topic is "Here Comes the Contracture! Management of Post-Traumatic Hand and Wrist Stiffness" presented by Carla Cleary, PT, DPT, CHT.  Hand and wrist contractures are a common challenge therapists face when treating patients who have experienced trauma.  Effective management requires careful assessment to determine the underlying structures responsible for stiffness, knowledge of the fundamental scientific principles for various treatment interventions, and an ability of the therapist to incorporate these into an individualized treatment program.  This lecture will cover the evidence for management of post traumatic stiffness and provide patient scenarios that the principles have been utilized.  Anyone can attend this event.  MSOTA members only will receive a 2.0 hour CEU certificate immediately following the event.  Pre-registration is required.  See confirmation email upon registration for parking and room location directions.  Click here to register on line.

NORTH & DELTA DISTRICTS MEETING/FREE CEU EVENT - OCTOBER 27, 2025

MSOTA North and District Chairs are combining efforts to offer a District meeting/free CEU event on October 27, 2025.  This event will be held at Simple Strokes Therapy Consultants located at 83 Airways Place in Southaven, MS.  The topic is "Reach for More:  Paired VNS Therapy with for the Post-Stroke Upper Extremity" presented by Abigail Hartman, OTR/L. Anyone can attend this event.  MSOTA members only will receive a 2.0 hour CEU certificate immediately following the event.  Pre-registration is required.  Click here to register on line.

MERIDIAN DISTRICT MEETING/FREE CEU EVENT - NOVEMBER 08, 2025

The MSOTA Meridian District is pleased to announce their 2025 Fall CE Event, hosted by Co-Chairs Scott White, OTR/L, CHT, and Sarah Whinery OTD, OTR/L. This year’s featured topic is “Burnout and Emotional Wellbeing” presented by Clinical Psychologist, UMMC Professor, and Director of the Center for Integrative Health, Dr. Danny Burgess, Ph.D. This event will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center in Meridian, MS, located in the auditorium from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Occupational therapy professionals are at risk of burnout, impacting both personal and professional life. This event aims to address the occupational therapy professional’s emotional wellbeing and ability to effectively identify and combat burnout. When attending this event, practitioners can expect great content with practical application, and will leave feeling informed and empowered. Anyone can attend this event.  MSOTA members only will receive a 2.0 hour CEU certificate immediately following the event.  Pre-registration is required. For questions regarding this event, please contact Co-Chair Sarah Whinery, OTD, OTR/L, at [email protected].  Click here to register on line.