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Ethics And Jurisprudence CEU Courses for PTs

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Wisconsin Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Physical Therapy Professional
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5514Level: Intermediate4 Hours
This course provides Wisconsin physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a comprehensive review of the laws and regulations governing PT practice in the state, including the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Practice Act, key federal laws such as HIPAA and the ADA, licensure requirements, supervision rules, and the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. The course also examines professional ethics using the 2026 APTA Code of Ethics as its foundation, exploring the nine Ethical Commitments, foundational ethical principles and theories, and real-world case studies using the RIPS Model, including emerging issues in moral distress, social media, artificial intelligence, and the care of aging and pediatric populations.

Ethics in Physical Therapy: Translating the Code and Models into Clinical Practice
Presented by Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS, CGCS
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Course: #5456Level: Intermediate3 Hours
Move beyond the basics of the updated APTA Code of Ethics by learning to apply structured decision-making frameworks, including the RIPS model, to complex real-world scenarios. Designed for practicing PTs and PTAs, this course focuses on navigating the 'grey areas' of clinical judgment, from productivity pressures to interprofessional conflict. Participants will gain actionable strategies to translate ethical obligations into daily practice with confidence and integrity.

Ethics & Law in Practice for the Indiana Physical Therapy Practitioner
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5486Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course explores core ethical principles and dilemma analysis, along with a comprehensive review of the Indiana Physical Therapy Practice Act and the Indiana Administrative Code. The text-based curriculum ensures a focused, deep dive into the legal and moral frameworks governing practice within the state.

Ethics in Modern Physical Therapy Practice
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5510Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This comprehensive ethics course equips physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with the foundational principles, legal knowledge, and structured decision-making tools needed to navigate the ethical challenges of modern clinical practice. Grounded in the landmark 2026 APTA Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapy Profession, the course addresses everything from HIPAA and malpractice to emerging issues in artificial intelligence, social media, and caring for aging and pediatric populations.

Georgia Ethics and Jurisprudence
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5508Level: Intermediate4 Hours
This comprehensive online text-based home study course equips Georgia licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a thorough understanding of both the ethical foundations governing professional practice and the Georgia-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 Georgia Practice Act provisions, and emerging issues, including artificial intelligence and social media, this course provides the knowledge and analytical frameworks necessary to practice with integrity, accountability, and confidence.

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
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.

Tennessee Physical Therapy Ethics: Standards for Modern Practice
Presented by Calista Kelly, PT, DPT, ACEEAA, Cert. MDT
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Course: #5491Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course provides physical therapists and assistants with a comprehensive review of the 2026 APTA Code of Ethics and modern clinical challenges, including moral distress, artificial intelligence, and digital age boundaries. Participants will master the RIPS (Realm-Individual-Process-Situation) Model to systematically analyze and resolve complex ethical and legal dilemmas encountered in practice and education. By integrating current peer-reviewed literature with practical decision-making frameworks, clinicians will gain the essential tools to navigate the evolving moral landscape of the physical therapy 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 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.