Essential skills in feeding and swallowing: Supporting ARFID

Overview

This online training will introduce you to essential skills related to Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Building on foundational knowledge presented in the 2023 training on ARFID (which can be accessed here), this session will explore key, closely-related areas of interest.  

You will gain a deeper understanding of the mechanics of swallowing, considerations around tube feeding, and sensory aspects of feeding, including interoception. This training is designed for professionals who have a foundational understanding of ARFID and are looking to enhance their practical skills in these complementary areas.

Learning outcomes

  • Gain an understanding of the basic mechanisms of swallowing and how alterations in these processes can impact individuals with ARFID and other feeding differences
  • Develop awareness and foundational knowledge of tube feeding, including when it may be necessary and how it integrates into a comprehensive treatment plan
  • Increased awareness of the role of the sensory system in feeding and eating
  • Increased awareness of relevant resources to support ongoing learning in feeding and swallowing challenges related to ARFID

Confirmation of place on course

Please note that space on our courses can be limited or subject to certain criteria. You will receive a notification from Eventbrite that your registration has been received, however it is not a confirmed place until you get an email and/or calendar invite from the team at Whāraurau.

In rare cases we may not be able to give everyone who registers for the course a place and we apologise for this in advance.

Cancellation policy

If you are not able to attend please advise us a minimum of 48 hours prior to the training/event so we can offer your place to another person. Late or no cancellation may result in a restriction on registration on future training/events.

Queries

Please contact Laura: laura.biddlecombe@auckland.ac.nz

This training will be recorded.

Overview

This online training will introduce you to essential skills related to Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Building on foundational knowledge presented in the 2023 training on ARFID (which can be accessed here), this session will explore key, closely-related areas of interest.  

You will gain a deeper understanding of the mechanics of swallowing, considerations around tube feeding, and sensory aspects of feeding, including interoception. This training is designed for professionals who have a foundational understanding of ARFID and are looking to enhance their practical skills in these complementary areas.

Learning outcomes

  • Gain an understanding of the basic mechanisms of swallowing and how alterations in these processes can impact individuals with ARFID and other feeding differences
  • Develop awareness and foundational knowledge of tube feeding, including when it may be necessary and how it integrates into a comprehensive treatment plan
  • Increased awareness of the role of the sensory system in feeding and eating
  • Increased awareness of relevant resources to support ongoing learning in feeding and swallowing challenges related to ARFID

Confirmation of place on course

Please note that space on our courses can be limited or subject to certain criteria. You will receive a notification from Eventbrite that your registration has been received, however it is not a confirmed place until you get an email and/or calendar invite from the team at Whāraurau.

In rare cases we may not be able to give everyone who registers for the course a place and we apologise for this in advance.

Cancellation policy

If you are not able to attend please advise us a minimum of 48 hours prior to the training/event so we can offer your place to another person. Late or no cancellation may result in a restriction on registration on future training/events.

Queries

Please contact Laura: laura.biddlecombe@auckland.ac.nz

This training will be recorded.

Overview

This online training will introduce you to essential skills related to Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Building on foundational knowledge presented in the 2023 training on ARFID (which can be accessed here), this session will explore key, closely-related areas of interest.  

You will gain a deeper understanding of the mechanics of swallowing, considerations around tube feeding, and sensory aspects of feeding, including interoception. This training is designed for professionals who have a foundational understanding of ARFID and are looking to enhance their practical skills in these complementary areas.

Learning outcomes

  • Gain an understanding of the basic mechanisms of swallowing and how alterations in these processes can impact individuals with ARFID and other feeding differences
  • Develop awareness and foundational knowledge of tube feeding, including when it may be necessary and how it integrates into a comprehensive treatment plan
  • Increased awareness of the role of the sensory system in feeding and eating
  • Increased awareness of relevant resources to support ongoing learning in feeding and swallowing challenges related to ARFID

Confirmation of place on course

Please note that space on our courses can be limited or subject to certain criteria. You will receive a notification from Eventbrite that your registration has been received, however it is not a confirmed place until you get an email and/or calendar invite from the team at Whāraurau.

In rare cases we may not be able to give everyone who registers for the course a place and we apologise for this in advance.

Cancellation policy

If you are not able to attend please advise us a minimum of 48 hours prior to the training/event so we can offer your place to another person. Late or no cancellation may result in a restriction on registration on future training/events.

Queries

Please contact Laura: laura.biddlecombe@auckland.ac.nz

This training will be recorded.

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Three hours
10:00 am
12
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Nov
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2024

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Overview

This online training will introduce you to essential skills related to Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Building on foundational knowledge presented in the 2023 training on ARFID (which can be accessed here), this session will explore key, closely-related areas of interest.  

You will gain a deeper understanding of the mechanics of swallowing, considerations around tube feeding, and sensory aspects of feeding, including interoception. This training is designed for professionals who have a foundational understanding of ARFID and are looking to enhance their practical skills in these complementary areas.

Learning outcomes

  • Gain an understanding of the basic mechanisms of swallowing and how alterations in these processes can impact individuals with ARFID and other feeding differences
  • Develop awareness and foundational knowledge of tube feeding, including when it may be necessary and how it integrates into a comprehensive treatment plan
  • Increased awareness of the role of the sensory system in feeding and eating
  • Increased awareness of relevant resources to support ongoing learning in feeding and swallowing challenges related to ARFID

Confirmation of place on course

Please note that space on our courses can be limited or subject to certain criteria. You will receive a notification from Eventbrite that your registration has been received, however it is not a confirmed place until you get an email and/or calendar invite from the team at Whāraurau.

In rare cases we may not be able to give everyone who registers for the course a place and we apologise for this in advance.

Cancellation policy

If you are not able to attend please advise us a minimum of 48 hours prior to the training/event so we can offer your place to another person. Late or no cancellation may result in a restriction on registration on future training/events.

Queries

Please contact Laura: laura.biddlecombe@auckland.ac.nz

This training will be recorded.

Overview

This online training will introduce you to essential skills related to Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Building on foundational knowledge presented in the 2023 training on ARFID (which can be accessed here), this session will explore key, closely-related areas of interest.  

You will gain a deeper understanding of the mechanics of swallowing, considerations around tube feeding, and sensory aspects of feeding, including interoception. This training is designed for professionals who have a foundational understanding of ARFID and are looking to enhance their practical skills in these complementary areas.

Learning outcomes

  • Gain an understanding of the basic mechanisms of swallowing and how alterations in these processes can impact individuals with ARFID and other feeding differences
  • Develop awareness and foundational knowledge of tube feeding, including when it may be necessary and how it integrates into a comprehensive treatment plan
  • Increased awareness of the role of the sensory system in feeding and eating
  • Increased awareness of relevant resources to support ongoing learning in feeding and swallowing challenges related to ARFID

Confirmation of place on course

Please note that space on our courses can be limited or subject to certain criteria. You will receive a notification from Eventbrite that your registration has been received, however it is not a confirmed place until you get an email and/or calendar invite from the team at Whāraurau.

In rare cases we may not be able to give everyone who registers for the course a place and we apologise for this in advance.

Cancellation policy

If you are not able to attend please advise us a minimum of 48 hours prior to the training/event so we can offer your place to another person. Late or no cancellation may result in a restriction on registration on future training/events.

Queries

Please contact Laura: laura.biddlecombe@auckland.ac.nz

This training will be recorded.

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Is there a cost to attending an event/training or to do an online course?

Whāraurau is funded by the  Government to provide training, however as we have limited funds it is important to let us know if you aren't able to attend. This also allows us to offer your place to someone else. Note: we do not cover the cost of travel or accommodation.

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