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Evaluating MVI/B and Motor Development in Children

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18 Lessons

This course teaches the assessment and evaluation for identifying a mobility visual impairment or blindness in children. The Ambrose-Zaken MVI Assessment aids professionals in calculating the impact MVI/B has had on a child's motor skill abilities. Video demonstrations included. Earn 3 hours of ACVREP CEUs.

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Chapter 1: Clinical Terminology and Definitions of MVI

Clinical Visual Impairment Indicators and their definitions describing a Mobility Visual Impairment.

Clinical Visual Impairment Definitions Indicative of an MVI/B

Ambrose-Zaken Assessment of MVIB.pdf

Handout: Clinical MVI terms

Clinical terminology and defintions

Chapter 2: Motor Indicators of an MVI/B

This course includes lessons on how to assess mobility visual impairment in children 12 months and younger. Lessons provide expected developmental milestones first 12-months.

The First Year Motor Milestones

Independent Walking Milestones—Expected Age and Observable Characteristics

Helpful Handout for program planning: Walking goals

11 Senses Handout

Helpful handout: First year of walking

Motor Indicators of MVI

Chapter 3: Physical Activity Guidelines Wearing the Belt Cane

Typical amount of daily physical activity to be expected by age is an important metric for assessment and program planning.

Expected Physical Activity and Belt Cane Usage Guidelines for Children (0–4 Years)

Helpful handout: Safe mobility o'clock

Expected Physical Activity and Belt Cane Usage Guidelines for Children (0–4 Years)

Lesson Plans

Sample lessons plans for teaching Pediatric Belt Cane skills.

Lesson 1: Encouraging Independent Walking and Exploration

Lesson 2: Movement Variety and Motor Skills

Lesson 3: Self-Initiated Activity Observation (homework)

Lesson 4: Creating an Enriched Movement Environment

Final Survey & Certificate

Complete the anonymous survey to collect your certificate.

CE Course Survey