LIVE TRAINING • SMALL CLASS SIZES • MATERIALS MAILED TO YOU
Custom Orthotic Fabrication for
Infants & Children
Practical, safety-first pediatric splinting education for OT & PT working with medically fragile infants and growing children—across NICU, acute care, outpatient, and early intervention.
Safety-first instruction • Real-time coaching • Limited seats for individualized feedback
Why this training matters
Pediatric splinting comes with real clinical risk.
Many pediatric therapists receive minimal formal splint training — yet are expected to fabricate orthoses for fragile infants and children with complex medical needs.
This course helps you make safer decisions, fabricate with better fit, and document with clarity — so splinting supports function without compromising skin integrity.
All splint supplies are mailed directly to you — so you can practice without rationing materials.
Built for: NICU • acute care • outpatient pediatrics • early intervention
Clinical value
Why custom splinting matters in pediatric & neonatal therapy
A safer, better-fitting orthosis can change tolerance, carryover, and outcomes — especially in medically fragile populations.
Better anatomical fit
Support alignment, tone, positioning, and comfort across rapid developmental stages — without relying on “close enough” sizing.
Protects skin integrity
Learn material choices, edge finishing, and safety checks that reduce breakdown risk in neonates and medically complex children.
Improves adherence
When orthoses are comfortable and routine-friendly, families use them more consistently — improving ROM, joint integrity, and function.
Adapts to growth
You’ll learn when to modify, re-check fit, and adjust proactively as infants and kids grow — reducing long-term device problems.
Diagnosis-specific support
Apply splinting principles for brachial plexus injury, tone differences, fractures, clubfoot, and complex presentations.
Family-centered carryover
Teach wear/care, skin checks, and routines clearly — so splinting supports participation, not stress.
Included with enrollment
Everything you need to succeed — already included.
The Splint Success Toolkit is a complete support system of clinical tools, templates, and scripts that help you translate learning into daily practice.
Your course manual is designed for real-world use — quick reference, clinical clarity, and repeatable fabrication steps.
Toolkit promise
More than a training — a reusable system.
You’ll leave with a structured toolkit that supports safer decisions, better splint fit, and clear documentation — so you can apply what you learn immediately across NICU, acute care, outpatient, and early intervention.
Small class sizes = hands-on feedback on your work (not just watching demonstrations).
Clinical reasoning & decision support
Think clearly. Choose the right splint. Defend your clinical decisions.
Fabrication tools you’ll rely on
Save time. Reduce guesswork. Fabricate with confidence.
Documentation, billing & goals
Protect your license and support reimbursement with clear justification.
Interdisciplinary & caregiver communication
Build trust. Improve carryover. Strengthen team collaboration.
Bonus resources
The tools that make this training stick.
These implementation tools support safer decisions, stronger carryover, and clearer documentation — long after the course ends.
Included with enrollment — ready-to-use clinical tools.
You won’t leave guessing.
Fabrication skills are only part of safe splinting. These bonus tools support your clinical reasoning, documentation clarity, and interdisciplinary communication — so you can confidently implement what you learn.
Expand each section below to see exactly what’s included.
Clinical Reasoning & Decision Support
Case Studies for Clinical Reasoning: Apply splinting principles across diagnoses and settings with structured pediatric and neonatal scenarios.
Splint Competency Framework: A guide for skill development, mentorship, and department-wide consistency.
Fabrication Tools You’ll Rely On
Eight Grab-and-Go Splint Patterns: Reusable templates for common pediatric and neonatal orthoses.
Splint Supply Checklist: A practical checklist adaptable for NICU, acute care, outpatient, or home-based practice.
Clear Documentation, Billing, & Goals
Documentation Examples: Notes demonstrating orthotic justification and medical necessity.
Billing & Goal Examples: Measurable goals aligned with physician orders and institutional policies.
Interdisciplinary & Caregiver Communication
Nursing & Caregiver Scripts: Clear language for wear schedules, safety checks, and skin monitoring.
Team Collaboration Scripts: Tools to advocate for developmentally supportive splinting across settings.
Ready to fabricate with confidence?
Stop avoiding pediatric splinting.
Start fabricating with clarity and control.
In two structured days, you’ll learn how to fabricate five foundational splints, justify your clinical decisions, protect skin integrity, and document with confidence — all while practicing with real materials mailed directly to you.
Registration closes when seats are filled. Supplies must be prepared and shipped in advance.
After this course
Build confident pediatric & neonatal splinting skills.
Practical, therapist-led training you can apply immediately across NICU, acute care, outpatient, and early intervention settings.
What you’ll be able to do
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Develop specialized, in-demand splinting skills
Improve patient outcomes while increasing your clinical confidence. -
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Select splinting materials safely
Protect delicate skin and accommodate developing anatomy. -
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Fabricate 4–5 custom splints with clinical rationale
Wrist cock-up, thumb spica, intrinsic plus/resting hand, AFO, and one additional splint. -
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Document, bill, and write goals with clarity
Support medical necessity and ethical reimbursement. -
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Integrate splinting into functional therapy sessions
Support participation in meaningful routines.
Small class sizes = real-time feedback on your fabrication.
Safety-first fabrication for medically fragile infants and growing children.
How it works
Two structured days. Concept → application → mastery.
You’ll learn foundational concepts first, then fabricate step-by-step with real-time instruction and feedback. This course awards 14.0 contact hours (1.4 CEUs).
Day One
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST (Lunch 12:00–1:00)
Day Two
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST (Lunch 12:00–1:00)
Proof
What happens when therapists practice with real guidance
Confidence increases when you’ve fabricated with support — and you have materials to keep refining your skills.
“I have been the new hot commodity on our unit for splints and am getting better and better at problem solving previous issues.”
“I’ve been practicing pediatrics for 15 years and had not done much splinting… this course was exactly what I needed to start using this intervention when I returned to work on Monday in our NICU.”
“I highly recommend this course to any pediatric or neonatal therapist looking to deepen their expertise, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, and elevate care through evidence-informed orthotic practice.”
“Having enough time to practice — and enough materials to try again without worrying about running out — was huge. The small class size made it comfortable to interact and receive feedback on my work.”
Small class sizes + supplies mailed directly to you = safer, more confident fabrication.
Why this course exists
Splinting shouldn’t feel high-risk or uncertain.
Therapists are often expected to support infants and children with splinting — without formal, hands-on training. This course closes that gap with a safety-first, clinically grounded approach tailored to neonatal and pediatric care.
Led by an experienced NICU clinician
Taught by Rachael Petrie, OTR/L, CIMC, NTMTC, a full-time NICU occupational therapist with over a decade of experience in NICU, acute care, and outpatient pediatrics. Her instruction emphasizes conservative clinical reasoning, safety, and functional outcomes — so you can apply these skills across settings with confidence.
Disclosures: Financial: Rachael is employed by Pediatric Theratools and receives an honorarium for this course. Non-Financial: none reported.
Questions? Email: rachael@pediatrictheratools.com
FAQ
Common questions, clear answers
Everything you need to feel confident before enrolling.
Are supplies needed for this course?
Yes. All splint supplies will be mailed directly to you.
Is this course approved for continuing education?
Yes. Approved by AOTA for 1.4 CEUs (14.0 contact hours) and approved by the Florida Physical Therapy State Board.
Custom orthotic fabrication may fall within OT/PT scope depending on state regulations, institutional policies, and the presence of a physician/provider order. This course reviews scope-appropriate decision-making and emphasizes orders, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Therapists are responsible for practicing within their own licensure and workplace policies.
I’ve never fabricated a splint before — is this beginner-friendly?
Yes. The course is structured and supportive: foundational concepts first, then step-by-step fabrication with real-time guidance and Q&A.
What types of splints will I learn to fabricate?
You’ll practice 4–5 orthoses, including: wrist cock-up, intrinsic plus/resting hand, thumb spica, AFO, and one additional choice splint.
How is the course delivered?
Live training (virtual and/or in-person depending on the date), including real-time demonstration, hands-on practice, feedback, and small group learning.
What is required for completion?
Attend both days in full, meet objectives, and pass the test with 80% accuracy. For distance learning, a computer with video capabilities is required.
What is the cancellation policy?
Provider cancellation: Full refund OR apply registration fee to a future course date.
Learner cancellation: Full refund with written request ≥ 30 days prior. If < 30 days: 50% refund OR apply to a future course date. Refunds processed through Teachable.
How can I contact the provider with questions or complaints?
Email: rachael@pediatrictheratools.com (Complaints must be submitted within 3 months of completion.)
When is the registration deadline?
Enrollment closes two weeks prior to the start date — and may close earlier due to limited seats.
Seats are limited to protect hands-on feedback and coaching.
Ready to build real splinting confidence?
Enroll now and get your materials mailed to you.
Small class sizes + hands-on practice + clinical tools included — so you can fabricate safely and document with confidence.
14.0 contact hours • AOTA approved • Florida PT Board approved • Supplies mailed directly to you
NEXT STEPS
Choose Your Path
Enroll in the Custom Orthotic Fabrication course, or bring this 14.0 contact hour pediatric CEU training to your hospital, clinic, or early intervention team as a host site.
Scheduled Courses
Choose a course date and enroll now. Available in LIVE or VIRTUAL formats.
1.4 CEUs / 14.0 Contact Hours
Become a Host Site
Bring this pediatric CEU training to your organization for staff development or community providers.
Ideal for hospitals, EI agencies, outpatient clinics, and NICU teams • Typical reply within 1–2 business days
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