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Cannabis: Implications for Physical and Occupational Therapy

Melissa Bednarek, PT, DPT, PhD, CCS

December 1, 2025

Cannabis is a very timely topic, and you likely have many questions. With that in mind, I will cover several different areas, giving you a bit of each. In preparing for this, I spoke with other therap...   Read More


Enhancing Occupational Performance Through Motor Learning

Nicole Quint, PhD, Dr. OT, OTR/L

November 1, 2025

Motor learning principles through the lens of occupational therapy, emphasizing their application in diverse contexts, will be explored in this course. Participants will compare and contrast motor lea...   Read More


Mastering Quality Measures: Navigating LTC Regulations for Rehab Success

Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT

October 1, 2025

This course provides rehab professionals with a comprehensive understanding of quality measures, how they are calculated, and their impact on regulatory compliance in long-term care (LTC) settings. At...   Read More

 


Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Physical Therapy Professional Licensed in Illinois

Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT, Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS

October 1, 2025

A review of ethics and jurisprudence for Illinois licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.   Read More

 


Late-Onset Spinal Cord Injury: Rehabilitation Considerations for the Older Adult Experiencing SCI

Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT, Kristen Cezat, PT, DPT, NCS, ATP/SMS

September 24, 2025

Effectively managing older adults with spinal cord injuries requires a comprehensive understanding of age-related physiological and psychosocial factors and the complexities of spinal cord injury. Thi...   Read More

 


When Autism And Other Mental Disorders Converge: Recognizing And Responding

Debora Davidson, PhD, OTR/L

September 22, 2025

People who have autism spectrum disorder can also have co-occurring mental disorders that cause functional difficulties and distress when left unaddressed. Healthcare providers are positioned to scree...   Read More

   


Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Physical Therapy Professional Licensed in Tennessee

Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT

September 18, 2025

A review of ethics and jurisprudence for licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in Tennessee.   Read More


Let’s Not Overlook Mood Disorders In Our Youth Population

Tere Bowen-Irish, OTR/L

August 8, 2025

The diagnoses of mood disorders, especially bipolar disorder, can be overlooked. Many students end up with the diagnosis of Oppositional Defiant Disorder attached to a comorbid diagnosis such as Autis...   Read More


Lab Values And Vital Signs As Clinical Monitoring Tools For Patient Safety

Adele Myszenski, PT, MPT

July 1, 2025

This course will discuss normal and abnormal values and steps clinicians can take to monitor the patient’s response and support participation in functional activities.   Read More


Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome: The Opposite Of ADHD?

Tere Bowen-Irish, OTR/L

June 23, 2025

We have all heard about ADD without the H. This diagnosis is called CDS (Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome). The signs and symptoms are apparent. These clients are easily confused, daydream, have decre...   Read More


Executive Functions And Motor Control: Opportunities And Limitations For Occupational Performance

Nicole Quint, PhD, Dr. OT, OTR/L

June 18, 2025

The dynamic interplay between motor control and executive functioning will be explored in this course, providing participants with a foundation in evidence-based strategies to integrate motor-based in...   Read More


Creating a “Sensory Safe” Evacuation Plan

Kathryn Hamlin-Pacheco, MS, OTR/L

April 1, 2025

As the risk of natural disasters continues to rise and threaten the well-being of all people, individuals with Sensory Processing Disorders face specific challenges that may impede their ability to ev...   Read More


Alabama Jurisprudence

Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT

March 17, 2025

A review of the Alabama Physical Therapy Practice Act and Administrative Code, along with key compliance-related updates (mandatory reporting for child abuse, HIPAA) for physical therapists and physic...   Read More


Optimizing Core Retraining, Part 2

Jennifer Stone, PT, DPT, OCS, PHC, TPS, HLC

March 1, 2025

Rehab providers talk about "the core" frequently, especially for their patients with spine and lower extremity dysfunction. However, there is a wide range of practice patterns and little consensus reg...   Read More

   


Optimizing Core Retraining, Part 1

Jennifer Stone, PT, DPT, OCS, PHC, TPS, HLC

February 7, 2025

Rehab providers talk about "the core" frequently, especially for their patients with spine and lower extremity dysfunction. However, there is a wide range of practice patterns and little consensus reg...   Read More

   


Jurisprudence for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants Practicing in Georgia

Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT

February 1, 2025

This course reviews the jurisprudence and ethics components outlined by the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy and is applicable for PTs and PTAs licensed in Georgia.   Read More


Strategic Application of Group and Concurrent Therapy in Long-Term Care

Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT

January 7, 2025

This course will explore the implementation and current regulation of group and concurrent interventions in long-term care. We will discuss overcoming common barriers and best practice guidance to dev...   Read More


Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Physical Therapy Professional Licensed in Wisconsin

Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT

December 20, 2024

A review of ethics and jurisprudence for licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in Wisconsin.   Read More

 


The PDPM Journey: Implementation, Adaptation, and Future of Value-Based Care for Therapists

Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT

December 8, 2024

This comprehensive course explores the evolution of CMS payment structures, focusing on the transition from RUGs IV to PDPM and its impact on therapy services. Participants will gain in-depth knowledg...   Read More


Home Design For Aging In Place

Nishi Brahmbhatt, OTD-PP, MOTR/L, CAPS, CDP, & Realtor®

December 5, 2024

The course aims to inform on the market segments for aging in place, types of design for aging in place, critical areas to assess in the home to facilitate aging in place, and home modifications that...   Read More

 


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