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Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Physical Therapy Professional Licensed in Illinois
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5006Level: Intermediate3 Hours
This comprehensive continuing education course equips Illinois licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a thorough understanding of both the ethical foundations governing professional practice and the Illinois-specific laws, regulations, and statutory requirements that define the legal boundaries of that practice. Drawing on the landmark 2026 APTA Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession, current Illinois Practice Act provisions, and emerging issues including artificial intelligence, social media, and moral distress, this course provides the knowledge and analytical frameworks necessary to practice with integrity, accountability, and confidence.

Navigating TN Jurisprudence for PTs and PTAs
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5490Level: Intermediate2 Hours
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This course provides licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a comprehensive overview of the laws, rules, and professional standards governing physical therapy practice in Tennessee, including the Practice Act, Board administrative rules, direct access provisions, supervision requirements, and license renewal obligations. Satisfying 2 of the required 4 hours of ethics and jurisprudence continuing competence, this course equips practitioners with the regulatory knowledge needed to protect their patients, their licenses, and the integrity of the profession.

Alabama Jurisprudence
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5213Level: Intermediate2 Hours
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 physical therapist assistants licensed in the state of Alabama. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Physical Therapy Professional Licensed in Wisconsin
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT, Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, CGCS
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Course: #5164Level: Intermediate4 Hours
Physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) in Wisconsin must complete a four-hour course on ethics and jurisprudence for license renewal. This online, text-based home study course provides a focused review of ethical principles and Wisconsin practice regulations, specifically tailored to PTs and PTAs licensed in the state.

Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Physical Therapy Professional Licensed in Hawaii
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT, Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, CGCS
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Course: #5197Level: Intermediate2 Hours
For each renewal period, licensees must obtain continuing competence units (CCUs), including two units in ethics, laws, and rules (jurisprudence). This course reviews the jurisprudence and ethics components outlined by the Hawaii Board of Physical Therapy and applies to PTs and PTAs licensed in Hawaii.

Georgia Ethics and Jurisprudence
Presented by Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, CGCS, Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5427Level: Intermediate4 Hours
PTs and PTAs in the state of GA are required to complete a 4 hour course on jurisprudence and ethics for license renewal. This online text-based home study course reviews the jurisprudence and ethics components as outlined by the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy and is applicable for PTs and PTAs licensed in the state of Georgia.

Ethics: A Clinical Perspective for Therapists
Presented by Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, CGCS
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Course: #5288Level: Intermediate3 Hours
This seminar provides practical information about ethics from a clinical perspective. Basic principles of ethics as they relate to healthcare and physical therapy are reviewed. Behaviors that are considered unethical by most credentialing bodies are considered, as well as health care/therapy codes of ethics. The CELIBATE and RIPS methods for analyzing ethical dilemmas are reviewed with case studies to demonstrate use.

Supervising Assistants, Students, and Aides: Upholding Your Ethics in a Challenging Health Care Environment
Presented by Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, CGCS
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Course: #4377Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This presentation reviews the definitions of supervision as well as APTA guidance related to supervising assistants, students, and aides in various healthcare environments. Documentation guidelines for Medicare are reviewed as these relate to what an assistant can complete versus a therapist. The use of students and rehab aides in long-term care is reviewed in accordance with Medicare guidelines. Real examples of common supervisory ethical dilemmas from the field, including the appropriate action steps to take in each one, are highlighted. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA

Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Indiana Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant
Presented by Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, CGCS, Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5167Level: Intermediate2 Hours
PTs and PTAs practicing in the state of Indiana are required to complete a two-hour course on ethics and jurisprudence for license and certificate renewal respectively. This course reviews the principles of ethics, common ethical dilemmas, and methods for analyzing ethical dilemmas. Jurisprudence components as outlined by the Indiana Board of Physical Therapy, Indiana Physical Therapy Practice Act and The Indiana Administrative Code is also discussed.

Ethics in Action - A Legal and Therapy Perspective
Presented by Charles C. Bratton, JD, L.L.M. II, Katie O'Shea, PT, DPT, MBA, GCS, CDP
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Course: #5081Level: Introductory2 Hours
This 2-hour course will use a case-based approach of the RIPS model to identify ethical considerations as directly related to clinical practice. Therapists will learn to apply a framework to assist in the decision-making process in ethically challenging scenarios while maintaining the Code of Ethics and HIPAA regulations. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT and PTA.