The 6 Steps of Teaching Toileting Skills
Evidence-based Interventions within the Scopes of OT and PT Practice
Toileting is one of the most essential self-care skills for independence, dignity, and participation—yet it is too often left unaddressed for children with disabilities. Delays in this area can limit inclusion, increase vulnerability, and impact quality of life for students with physical and intellectual disabilities alike. OT, PT, and SLP practitioners are uniquely positioned to bridge this gap by addressing both the motor and behavioral components of toileting.
In this seminar, Erika will walk you through the 6 Steps of Teaching Toileting Skills, an evidence-based framework that blends developmental milestones, behavioral interventions, and motor supports. You will learn how to assess readiness, break down the task into manageable components, and incorporate 11 evidence-supported toileting strategies, such as environmental modifications, enuresis alarm, video modeling, positive reinforcement, and scheduled sittings. Erika will also share how to clarify assistance needs with staff, review progress, and adapt the plan over time.
Through real-life case examples, you will see how to apply the 6 Steps in school settings, collaborate effectively with teachers and families, and address barriers such as encopresis, regression, or medical conditions. You will also learn how teaching privacy and independence during toileting fosters safety and self-advocacy for vulnerable students.
Leave this course with a clear framework, practical strategies, and concrete tools that you can use immediately to help your students build independence, reduce stigma, and participate more fully in school and community life. Closed Captioned in English.
BONUS: PRACTICAL TOOLKIT – Cheat Sheet: 6 Steps of Teaching Toileting Skills; Resources
Erika Buckhouse Hanson, PT has worked in the schools for 18 years. She is a clinical instructor, mentor therapist and special education teachers and course-captain. She co-wrote North Dakota’s first-ever Guidelines for Occupational and Physical Therapy in Educational Settings. She has advanced training in the Nurtured Heart Approach®, which she has successfully employed professionally when working with children with challenging behaviors, and privately as a mother of four children, one of whom struggles with self-regulation. Erika is published author on Scary Mom and Fargo Mom Collective.
Disclosures: Erika receives a speaking fee from Apply EBP, LLC. She has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
At the completion of the course, the you are expected to:
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- Determine the 2 fundamental goals in teaching toileting skills
- Identify 3 evidence-based behavioral interventions for teaching toileting skills
- Apply 3 strategies for teaching toileting skills on a given case study of a student with disabilities
1.5 hours of lecture and case study
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- Reasons to Address Toileting in the Schools
- Developmental Milestones and Health Conditions
- The 6 Steps of Teaching Toileting Skills
- Case Study
1.5 CE hours of training are awarded after:
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- watching the video, passing the post-test (with a score of 70% or higher), and completing the course evaluation.
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For OTs and OTAs
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- Apply EBP, LLC is an AOTA-approved provider of CEUs. OTPs will receive 0.15 AOTA CEUs for completion of this course (see imprimatur below for details).
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For PTs and PTAs
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- Apply EBP, LLC is an approved provider of CEUs for PTs and PTAs in IL, NM, NY, OK (#BAP202310011), and TX (APS #: 2703055TX)
- This webinar is approved for PTs and PTAs in CA.
- These PT state boards accept approval by other states boards, other state associations, or AOTA: AK, AZ, DE, FL, HI, IN, KY, KS, MA, MI, MT, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, UT, VT, VA, WI, WY and DC.
- These states do not require pre-approval of courses or have no CE requirements for PTs and PTAs: AL, CO, CT, GA, IA, ME, MO, NE, NH and WA.
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For ASHA CEUs
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- 0.15 ASHA CEUs | Intermediate Level
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- ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures
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For Teachers
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- Apply EBP is an approved sponsor of CTLE for educators in New York State (#23827)
If you would like to obtain CEUs for another state, please email carlo@applyebp.com.
Learners must watch the video and complete course requirements, including scoring 70% or higher in the post-test to receive a certificate. Three (3) post-test retakes are allowed; if you exceed this limit, please email carlo@applyebp.com.
Webinar Price: $65 for 1-year access to watch and re-watch
Payment Options
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- Pay via Credit Card or PayPal: You are registered instantly!
- Pay via Purchase Order: Email vicki@applyebp.com
Cancellation Policy
There is no cancellation once webinar is purchased. You will have access to this course for at least 1 year. If the webinar becomes unavailable before the learner has had access, Apply EBP, LLC will refund the full amount to the learner. Please email or call us if you have any questions.
Accommodations Request
Please email or call us before registering for the course with any questions or requests for accommodations. We will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations.
Complaints Resolution
We welcome all feedback. Please email or call us if you have any complaints so that we may work with you towards a resolution.
Contact Info:
Carlo Vialu
646-269-90391 year
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Testimonials
“Such great information and a great presenter! Gave me motivation to better help support my students and their independence!” – OT with 9 yrs experience, from Erika’s 6 Effective Strategies for Fading Adult Assistance
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