Bonnie has been at the University of St. Augustine since 1997. Dr. Decker obtained her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Western Michigan University, her Master of Health Science from the University of Florida, and her Doctor of Education from the University of Central Florida. Doctor Decker is a pediatric specialist. She has worked in a wide variety of pediatric settings, including inpatient, outpatient, public schools, and state facilities for individuals with developmental disabilities. She is certified in pediatric neurodevelopmental treatment, administration of the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test, administration of the Assessment of Premature Behavior, and is pursuing certification as a handwriting specialist. She has presented at local, state, national, and international conferences and continuing education programs on a wide variety of pediatric topics.

Dr. Decker is the professor for the on-campus HSC Research class and the subsequent research courses for OT and Dual students. Her research focuses on the development and relationship of fine motor skills and handwriting legibility in children. OT and Dual students in the program often accompany Dr. Decker to the local elementary school where they participate in data collection. She also co-teaches the Child Development course with Ms. Lisa Nichols and is the primary professor for the OT in Pediatrics course. Dr. Decker has also been on the faculty at the University of Florida, Louisiana State University Medical Center, the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and the University of Central Arkansas.

Dr. Decker’s hobbies include traveling and gardening.

Contact Information for Dr. Bonnie Decker:
904-826-0084 ext 232
bdecker@usa.edu

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