Date: Monday, March 17, 2025, 9am - 4pm GMT+2 (Johannesburg, South Africa time zone) through virtual platform 

Description: This workshop will demystify the different components necessary to consider in the variety of aspects considering the act of writing. As one of the classic referrals for occupational therapy assessment and intervention, we take a closer look at the different components that impact on efficient handwriting skill, as well as including handwriting skill in written expression assignments such as essays. As we are transitioning more and more into replacing typing for actual handwriting, we will also look at what the research really says about this. This workshop will cover theory, but also assessment and practical tips within each session. The professional will feel empowered to look deeper and feel more equipped in understanding this complicated developmental capacity. 

Recordings will be posted for 60 days after the live sessions in support of ongoing learning. PPT handouts accompany each session. If your time zone does not allow you to attend live, register anyway and watch the recordings on demand for 60 days.  

Outline / Agenda: Each day is from 9am to 4pm JHB, South Africa time zone.  

9.00 to 10.30am Fine Motor Skills 

10.30 to 11.00am Morning Break 

11.00 to 12.30pm Dysgraphia 

12.30 to 1.30pm Lunch 

1.30 to 2.45pm Handwriting 

2.45 to 3.00pm Afternoon Break 

3.00 to 4.00pm Written expression 

Learning Objectives:  

Session 1: Participants will be able to: 

• List the fine motor muscles of the hand involved in the process of handwriting 

• Consider clinical observations of hand skill performance to consider in assessment and intervention 

Session 2: Participants will be able to: 

• Define Dysgraphia as a working model of at least 5 components 

• Consider the writing sample as an observation tool for assessment and intervention 

Session 3: Participants will be able to: 

• Identify at least 7 different visual perceptual / spatial capacities influencing handwriting performance 

• Consider at least 2 standardized tests that would be supportive of a thorough assessment. 

Session 4: Participants will be able to: 

• Define at least 5 different components that impacts on efficient ability to write an essay 
• Consider the impact of multi-tasking and executive functions on written expression 

Assessment: Complete course feedback form with goals and objectives been met  

CPD accreditation in South Africa has been applied for. 

Attendees from other countries will receive a certificate of attendance 

Provider Name: The Maude Le Roux Academy  

Speaker: Maude Le Roux, OTR/L, SIPT, DIR/Floortime Champion and Expert Trainer  

Bio: Maude is an occupational therapist with an extensive following of professionals across the globe. She studies human development in different capacities of growth spanning ages and stages, neuroanatomy, assessment tools as well as current trends of intervention. She completed the SIPT training in 2002. Sensory integration forms the foundation from which she continues to develop different tracks of assessment and intervention. Maude is certified in multiple different techniques that she applies uniquely through her Developmental Pathways Model (DPM). She owns and directs a clinical practice in Glen Mills, PA, where she has become known for her effective assessment and intervention protocol. 

Maude owns a private practice, A Total Approach, where she works with a team of dedicated professionals, many of whom had been with her over 10 years as well as being with her since inception of her practice in 2001. She gives back to her community by serving on different boards and currently serves on the Associate Board of Directors for ATTACh, a national organization dedicated to serve families and children with attachment related difficulties and trauma informed care. She co-authored a chapter in the book “Healing Connections” provided through www.attach.org 

Special Needs Accommodation: We invite anyone who may need a specific accommodation to contact [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.   

Cancellation policy: Payment is due in full with registration through PayPal on this website. There will be no reimbursement available at any time. Please contact [email protected] if you have any further questions in this regard.  

Target Audience: Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Social Workers, Psychologists, Educators, Parents  

Educational Level: Intermediate 

Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Video Group Discussion 

Contact Hours: 5 hours 

Fee: $60