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Beating Obesity with Therapy (BOT): A Holistic Program for Pediatric Clients

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Course release date: 10/1/2026

Course Overview

Beating Obesity With Therapy (BOT) is a continuing education course designed for occupational therapists, physical therapists, and related professionals working with pediatric populations. This course provides a holistic, evidence-informed approach to addressing childhood obesity through occupation-based interventions. 

Participants will explore the prevalence and functional impact of pediatric obesity, including its effects on physical health, psychosocial well-being, and daily participation. The course highlights the unique and collaborative roles of OT, PT, and other healthcare professionals in supporting sustainable lifestyle changes. 

Learners will be introduced to the BOT program’s structured, three-pronged approach—nutrition education, movement-based interventions, and parent involvement—to promote long-term success. Practical strategies for assessment, intervention planning, and outcome measurement will be provided to support implementation in clinical and community settings.

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Course release date: 10/1/2026Course OverviewBeating Obesity With Therapy (BOT) is a continuing education course designed for occupational therapists, physical therapists, and related professionals working with pediatric populations. This course provides a holistic, evidence-informed approach to addressing childhood obesity through occupation-based interventions. Participants will explore the prevalence and functional impact of pediatric obesity, including its effects on physical health, psychosocial well-being, and daily participation. The course highlights the unique and collaborative roles of OT, PT, and other...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

Enter from CourseBeating Obesity With Therapy (BOT) is a continuing education course designed for occupational therapists, physical therapists, and related professionals working with pediatric populations. This course provides a holistic, evidence-informed approach to addressing childhood obesity through occupation-based interventions. 

Participants will explore the prevalence and functional impact of pediatric obesity, including its effects on physical health, psychosocial well-being, and daily participation. The course highlights the unique and collaborative roles of OT, PT, and other healthcare professionals in supporting sustainable lifestyle changes. 

Learners will be introduced to the BOT program’s structured, three-pronged approach—nutrition education, movement-based interventions, and parent involvement—to promote long-term success. Practical strategies for assessment, intervention planning, and outcome measurement will be provided to support implementation in clinical and community settings.

Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Identify the prevalence and key health impacts of pediatric obesity. 
  • Recognize the roles of healthcare professionals in pediatric weight management interventions. 
  • Choose occupation-based strategies to address nutrition, physical activity, and behavior in children with obesity. 
  • Select appropriate assessment tools to evaluate functional and health-related outcomes. 
  • Review a structured, family-centered intervention plan to support sustainable lifestyle changes. 

 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

Enter from CourseBeating Obesity With Therapy (BOT) is a continuing education course designed for occupational therapists, physical therapists, and related professionals working with pediatric populations. This course provides a holistic, evidence-informed approach to addressing childhood obesity through occupation-based interventions. 

Participants will explore the prevalence and functional impact of pediatric obesity, including its effects on physical health, psychosocial well-being, and daily participation. The course highlights the unique and collaborative roles of OT, PT, and other healthcare professionals in supporting sustainable lifestyle changes. 

Learners will be introduced to the BOT program’s structured, three-pronged approach—nutrition education, movement-based interventions, and parent involvement—to promote long-term success. Practical strategies for assessment, intervention planning, and outcome measurement will be provided to support implementation in clinical and community settings.

Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Identify the prevalence and key health impacts of pediatric obesity. 
  • Recognize the roles of healthcare professionals in pediatric weight management interventions. 
  • Choose occupation-based strategies to address nutrition, physical activity, and behavior in children with obesity. 
  • Select appropriate assessment tools to evaluate functional and health-related outcomes. 
  • Review a structured, family-centered intervention plan to support sustainable lifestyle changes. 

 

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
 Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Occupational Therapy: 2
Physical Therapy: 2

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
 Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Occupational Therapy: 2
Physical Therapy: 2

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

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