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Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live In-Person Event on 01/29/2025 at 8:00 AM (EST)
(CAPTE-SSWPTA-Jan2025) This workshop is designed to assist physical therapist assistant education program administrators, program directors, faculty, and reviewers to obtain information about the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education’s (CAPTE’s) expectations for compliance with the 2024 Standards and Required Elements for Physical Therapist Assistant Education Programs, prepare a Self-study Report, and undergo a successful programmatic review.
This workshop is designed to assist physical therapist assistant education program administrators, program directors, faculty, and reviewers to obtain information about the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education’s (CAPTE’s) expectations for compliance with the 2024 Standards and Required Elements for Physical Therapist Education Programs, prepare a Self-study Report, and undergo a successful programmatic review. It includes an overview of the accreditation process and the specific expectations of the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) related to the Standards and Required Elements. Information is provided on:
- Purposes and process of accreditation
- How to develop a Self-Study Report that accurately reflects all program activities.
- How to respond to the accreditation reports.
Learning Objectives: After completing this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Describe the purposes of specialized programmatic accreditation.
- Identify the individuals involved in the self-study process.
- Identify pre-accreditation and accreditation activities.
- Describe the self-study process.
- Navigate the CAPTE portal.
Also Available: Receive $25 off per registration by purchasing for more than 2 learners. The learner(s) must be added during the same transaction to be eligible.
Discounts will automatically be applied to each additional registration as they are added to your cart. You will need to know the email addresses for those who you are registering for. And the leaners must have active APTA Learning Center accounts. If you need assistance with registering for others, please reach out to capte@apta.org.
Course Instructions
- Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
- Click the Take Quiz button to complete the assessment. Learners will have 3 attempts to pass and must answer at least 70% of questions correctly.
- Click Fill Out Survey under the Evaluation listing to provide valuable course feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window.
- Click the View/Print Your Certificate button under the Certificate listing. You can view/print your certificate at any time by visiting the APTA Learning Center and clicking the CEU Certificate/Transcript link on the left-hand side of the page.
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Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live In-Person Event on 01/15/2025 at 8:00 AM (EST)
(CAPTE-DPWPT-Jan2025) This workshop is designed to assist physical therapist education program administrators, program directors, faculty, and reviewers to obtain information about the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education’s (CAPTE’s) expectations for compliance with the 2024 Standards and Required Elements for Physical Therapist Education Programs, prepare an Application for Candidacy, and undergo a successful programmatic review.
The workshop includes an overview of the accreditation process, an introduction to CAPTE, how to use the CAPTE portal, preparing for the on-site visit, CAPTE’s expectations relevant to the Standards & Required Elements, and the required evidence of compliance. This workshop focuses on information essential for institutions developing a physical therapist education program. Information is provided on:
- Developing a relationship with CAPTE/staff.
- Demonstrating institution’s commitment to development of a quality program.
- Showing good planning with readiness for matriculation as early as 3 weeks after CAPTE decision to grant Candidacy.
- Setting high expectations upfront, protecting students, and increasing the chances for a positive accreditation decision.
- The purposes and processes of accreditation.
- How to develop a Self-Study Report that accurately reflects all program activities.
- How to use the CAPTE portal to submit application for candidacy materials and submission of the institutional response after the on-site visit.
Learning Objectives: After completing this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Describe the purposes of specialized programmatic accreditation.
- Identify the individuals involved in the self-study process.
- Identify pre-accreditation and accreditation activities.
- Describe the self-study process.
- Navigate the CAPTE portal.
Also Available: Receive $25 off per registration by purchasing for more than 2 learners. The learner(s) must be added during the same transaction to be eligible.
Discounts will automatically be applied to each additional registration as they are added to your cart. You will need to know the email addresses for those who you are registering for. And the leaners must have active APTA Learning Center accounts. If you need assistance with registering for others, please reach out to capte@apta.org.
Course Instructions
- Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
- Click the Take Quiz button to complete the assessment. Learners will have 3 attempts to pass and must answer at least 70% of questions correctly.
- Click Fill Out Survey under the Evaluation listing to provide valuable course feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window.
- Click the View/Print Your Certificate button under the Certificate listing. You can view/print your certificate at any time by visiting the APTA Learning Center and clicking the CEU Certificate/Transcript link on the left-hand side of the page.
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For assistance logging in, accessing activities, claiming credit, or for other questions or concerns, please e-mail learningcenter@apta.org.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 12/16/2024 at 7:00 PM (EST)
This webinar will provide participants with regulatory and payment changes that will impact outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy services in calendar year 2025.
This course is scheduled for December 16, 2024.
Course level: Multiple Levels
It’s a new year and with that, new, revised and deleted CPT codes become effective on January 1, 2024 and payment changes occur in terms of the annual Medicare therapy threshold dollar amount, use of the KX modifier for claims exceeding the therapy threshold, the targeted medical review process for claims exceeding $3000 in a calendar year and the annual Medicare Part B deductible and its impact on the annual therapy threshold dollar amount. In calendar year 2025, what is the status of outpatient therapy delivered via telehealth as well as supervision requirements of a physical therapist assistant by a physical therapist and occupational therapy assistant by an occupational therapist in the private practice setting? Lastly, will Medicare reimbursement decrease in calendar year 2025 compared to 2024 and might some localities see a bigger decrease than others?
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:
- Recall the 2025 conversion factor and its impact on payment under Medicare Part B therapy services.
- Understand what the 2025 Medicare Part B deductible is and its impact on the annual therapy threshold.
- List the 3 possible scenarios of who may pay the 2025 Medicare Part B deductible.
- Name the 2 Medigap plans that cover the annual Medicare Part B deductible.
- Identify the 2025 therapy threshold and the targeted medical review process for claims exceeding $3,000 in calendar year 2025.
- List new, revised and/or deleted CPT codes for 2025 that may be utilized by physical or occupational therapists and/or speech-language pathologists.
- Recite the current status of telehealth with traditional Medicare for calendar year 2025.
- Understand how the Geographic Price Cost Index for your locality impacts your Medicare payment in calendar year 2025.
- Name 3 changes to the 2025 MIPS program.
Rick Gawenda
PT
Gawenda Seminars and Consulting
RICK GAWENDA, PT, is a licensed physical therapist with over 30 years of experience and currently serves as the founder and President of Gawenda Seminars & Consulting, Inc. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, in 1991.
He has provided valuable education and consulting to hospitals, private practices, skilled nursing facilities, and rehabilitation agencies in the areas of CPT coding, ICD-10 coding, billing, documentation compliance, revenue enhancement, practice management, and denial management as they relate to outpatient therapy services. Mr. Gawenda has presented nationally since 2004 and has provided over 1000 on-site seminars and webinars.
In addition, Mr. Gawenda is retained by attorneys to serve as an expert in regard to legal or physical therapy state board issues regarding documentation, billing, supervision, and utilization of support personnel and compliance with insurance rules and regulations as well as physical therapy state board requirements.
Mr. Gawenda is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Michigan Physical Therapy Association (MPTA). Mr. Gawenda is a Past President of the Section on Health Policy & Administration of the APTA. He is the current Chair of the APTA Private Practice Payment Policy
Mr. Gawenda is also the author of “The How-To Manual for Rehab Documentation: A Complete Guide to Increasing Reimbursement and Reducing Denials” and “Coding and Billing for Outpatient Rehab Made Easy: Proper Use of CPT Codes, ICD-9 Codes, and Modifiers”.
Course Instructions
- Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
- Click the Take Quiz button to complete the assessment. Learners will have 3 attempts to pass and must answer at least 70% of questions correctly.
- Click Fill Out Survey under the Evaluation listing to provide valuable course feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window.
- Click the View/Print Your Certificate button under the Certificate listing. You can view/print your certificate at any time by visiting the APTA Learning Center and clicking the CEU Certificate/Transcript link on the left-hand side of the page.
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Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 12/11/2024 at 3:00 PM (EST)
(LMS-HPSO-Board-Matters) Discover how your State Physical Therapy Board protects the public and what to do if you receive a notice to appear. This live webinar covers common license complaints, the disciplinary process, and your rights as a physical therapist. (0.1 CEU = 1 contact hour)
Live 1-Hour Webinar: Wednesday, December 11 at 3 p.m. EST
Your State Physical Therapy Board ensures high standards and protects the public. But what if you get a notice to appear before the board? Join our must-attend webinar for key insights into the disciplinary process, your rights, and responsibilities. Led by an HPSO expert, this session will guide you through every step with ease.
Key Features of the Course:
- Purchase Information: Free for students, $29 for members/post-professional members, $49 for non-members
- Format: Live, 1-hour webinar
- Earn Credits: 0.1 CEU or 1 contact hour
Why You Should Attend:
- Essential Knowledge: Gain a clear understanding of the vital functions and mission of State Boards of Physical Therapy.
- Stay Informed: Learn about the most common license complaints made to State Boards of Physical Therapy and how they might affect you.
- Navigate the Process: Understand the possible outcomes of the disciplinary process and how to navigate it effectively.
- Know Your Rights: Ensure you are fully aware of your rights during the disciplinary process to protect your professional standing.
What You'll Gain:
- Peace of Mind: Feel confident knowing you’re prepared for any board inquiries.
- Practical Tips: Get actionable advice from an HPSO expert to navigate the disciplinary process smoothly.
- Professional Security: Ensure you understand your rights and responsibilities to maintain your professional integrity.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role, authority, and mission of State Boards of Physical Therapy.
- Describe common license complaints made to the State Boards of Physical Therapy.
- Discuss possible outcomes of the disciplinary process.
- Identify licensee rights during the disciplinary process.
Jennifer Flynn
CPHRM
Jennifer Flynn, CPHRM, is Vice President and Risk Manager for Healthcare Providers Service Organization in the Healthcare Division of Aon’s Affinity Insurance Services, Inc. Specializing in risk management and having worked in the healthcare insurance business for over 24 years, Jennifer is dedicated to educating health care professionals on professional liability risks and offers strategies to mitigate those risks by supporting patient safety principles and developing quality management programs. In addition to being a frequent national speaker on healthcare risk and liability, Jennifer is also a published author on various risk management topics. Jennifer is a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management and is a licensed Property & Casualty agent. She earned a BA in Psychology from Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania.
Course Instructions
- Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
- Click the Take Quiz button to complete the assessment. Learners will have 3 attempts to pass and must answer at least 70% of questions correctly.
- Click Fill Out Survey under the Evaluation listing to provide valuable course feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window.
- Click the View/Print Your Certificate button under the Certificate listing. You can view/print your certificate at any time by visiting the APTA Learning Center and clicking the CEU Certificate/Transcript link on the left-hand side of the page.
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Contains 21 Component(s), Includes Credits
(Professionalism-Ethics-Series-Advanced) Enhance your expertise in professionalism and ethical practices with our advanced two-part series, tailored for faculty, clinicians, and clinical educators. Choose from specialized training paths and explore ethical practices in diverse settings, with courses led by expert speakers. (0.8 CEU = 8 contact hours)
Dive into advanced learning with this two-part series, featuring the final two courses in our Professionalism and Ethics in Physical Therapy: 4-Part Course Series.
Enhance your expertise with specialized courses tailored for various roles, including faculty, Directors of Clinical Education (DCE), Site Coordinators of Clinical Education (SCCE), Clinical Instructors (CI), residents, fellows, and clinicians. Explore ethical practices in settings like acute care, pediatrics, orthopaedics, sports, and neurology. Courses are led by expert speakers with extensive experience and research backgrounds.
Key Features:
- Purchase Information: Free for students, $25 for members/post-professional members, and $50 for non-members.
- Learning Formats: Course 3 is asynchronous; Course 4 includes live sessions.
- Release Dates: Course 3 on February 5; Course 4 live sessions on February 5 and 6.
- Target Audience: Faculty, clinicians, residents, fellows, and clinical instructors.
Course Details:
Prerequisites: Module 1 and Module 2 - Releases January 13
Course 3: Personalized Learning Paths (0.4 CEUs) – Releases February 5
- Key topics: Ethical dilemmas for DCEs, SCCEs, CIs, and clinicians, with case-based examples.
Course 4: Adapting Ethical Practices (0.4 CEUs) – Releases February 5 and 6
- Key topics: Ethical dilemmas in orthopedic, acute care, pediatric, and neurologic settings, with practical strategies.
Sarah Caston
PT, DPT
Dr. Sarah Caston, an Associate Professor at Emory University’s Division of Physical Therapy, integrates her clinical expertise with a profound commitment to ethical practices. Having completed a Master’s degree in Bioethics, she emphasizes the critical role of ethics in enhancing patient and clinician well-being.
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Dr. Sarah Caston is physical therapist who is board- certified neurologic and geriatric PT. She is an Associate Professor within Emory University’s Division of Physical Therapy. Dr. Caston received her BS in Rehabilitation Science from University of Pittsburgh in 2008 and her DPT in 2011 from Emory University. She recently completed a Master’s degree in Bioethics and Emory’s Center for Ethics. Dr. Caston’s passion for ethics in physical therapy was cultivated as a clinician where she witnessed both the gifts and limitations of the biomedical approach to care, and grew at the intersections of humanism justice and a desire for greater flourishing for patients and clinicians.
Becca Ditwiler
PT, DPT, PhD
Dr. Rebecca Edgeworth Ditwiler, an Associate Professor at the University of South Florida, is a board-certified orthopaedic specialist in physical therapy. With a PhD in Ethical Leadership, her research and teaching focus on ethics, professionalism, and leadership in the field. She also serves on the APTA Ethics and Judicial Committee.
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Rebecca Edgeworth Ditwiler, PT, DPT, PhD is an Associate Professor and board-certified orthopaedic specialist in physical therapy. She is a practicing physical therapist and educator in the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Dr. Ditwiler is DPT Curriculum Coordinator and oversees interprofessional education in that role. Becca Ditwiler received her DPT from Washington University in St. Louis in 2011 and completed a BS in Movement Science from the University of Michigan. Becca also completed a PhD in Ethical Leadership with a focus in higher education. Her research focuses on ethics, professionalism, and leadership. Dr. Ditwiler has also participated in clinical research and clinical service throughout her career. She currently serves on the APTA Ethics and Judicial Committee and is an active member of the Florida Physical Therapy Association. She is part of USF’s Academy of Distinguished Educators.
Sarah Luna
PT, DPT, PhD
Seth Kress
PT, DPT
Tara Pearce
Janet Readinger
PT, DPT
Dustin Willis
Jessica Marengo
PT, DPT
Babette Sanders
PT, DPT, MS
Magdalena Oledzka
PT, DPT, PhD, MBA
Rebecca Leonard
PT, DPT, PhD
Kristin Snarski
PT, PhD
Course Instructions
- Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
- Click the Take Quiz button to complete the assessment. Learners will have 3 attempts to pass and must answer at least 70% of questions correctly.
- Click Fill Out Survey under the Evaluation listing to provide valuable course feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window.
- Click the View/Print Your Certificate button under the Certificate listing. You can view/print your certificate at any time by visiting the APTA Learning Center and clicking the CEU Certificate/Transcript link on the left-hand side of the page.
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Contains 271 Product(s)
(LMS-All-Access-CEU-Pass-2024) limited-timing offering: sign up for 90-day access to over 200 courses, or over 30 CEUs. Registration available between October 15 and December 31, 2024.
A special offer for continuing education courses. Registration opens on October 15, 2024, and closes December 31, 2024.
This course bundle gives you unlimited access to a curated selection of over 200 courses. Earn over 30 CEUs, or 300 contact hours, by completing as many courses as you like within 90 days of registration. To explore all included courses, click on the Content Tab and browse the full selection of offerings.
Key Features:
- Purchase Information: $169 for members/post-professional members, $59 for students, $399 for non-members
- Unlimited Access: Enjoy a curated selection of over 200 courses.
- Earn Over 30 CEUs: Complete as many courses as you like within 90 days of registration.
- Flexible Learning: Activate and complete courses at your own pace.
- Explore Courses: Click on the Content Tab to browse the full selection of offerings.
Once registered, you have 90 days to complete as many courses* as you want. To access the courses of your choice, simply click the "Activate" buttons next to the courses you wish to take.
*Certain exclusions apply, including lecture series, conferences, certificate programs, component courses, and some advanced-level courses.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to advance your education and professional development!
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Contains 5 Product(s)
(LMS-Regulatory-2024-Bundle) In its Regulatory, Legislative, and Payment Updates series, APTA's Health Policy and Payment team will provide an overview of the most significant and impactful federal regulatory and commercial payer policy updates in 2024.
In its Regulatory, Legislative, and Payment Updates series, APTA's Health Policy and Payment team will provide an overview of the most significant and impactful federal regulatory and commercial payer policy updates in 2024.
Get inside intel from APTA's Health Policy and Payment team on the most significant and impactful federal and commercial payer policy updates in 2024.
Throughout the year, APTA's regulatory staff will provide regular updates on federal rulemaking impacting policy and payment for both outpatient providers (Medicare Physician Fee Schedule) and institutional, post-acute care providers (home health agencies, skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, and long-term care hospitals). APTA will cover both proposed and final rules, and may address other nonrecurring federal rules that impact physical therapists.
And on the commercial payer front, you’ll receive regular roundups of significant updates to private payer policies, including changes at both national and regional levels.
This bundle includes all five webinars scheduled for the 2024 Regulatory, Legislative, and Payment Updates series.
Please Note: CEUs are not currently available, but we anticipate CEUs will be available for all courses, pending approval. If CEUs are approved, these courses would offer 1.0, 1.5, or 2.0 contact hours, depending on the course. Given the evolving nature of the content in these courses, CEU status will be available closer to each presentation date.
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Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
(LMS-Regulatory-Oct-Nov-2024) In its Regulatory, Legislative, and Payment Updates series, APTA's Health Policy and Payment team will provide an overview of the most significant and impactful federal regulatory and commercial payer policy updates in 2024; this session will cover developments between October and November.
Get inside intel from APTA's Health Policy and Payment team on the most significant and impactful federal and commercial payer policy updates in 2024.
Throughout the year, APTA's regulatory staff will provide regular updates on federal rulemaking impacting policy and payment for both outpatient providers (Medicare Physician Fee Schedule) and institutional, post-acute care providers (home health agencies, skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, and long-term care hospitals). APTA will cover both proposed and final rules, and may address other nonrecurring federal rules that impact physical therapists.
And on the commercial payer front, you’ll receive regular roundups of significant updates to private payer policies, including changes at both national and regional levels.
This registration is for the November 14 webinar, which covers developments October-November 2024.
Please note: CEUs are not currently available for Ohio, but the application for CEUs is pending. If approved, this course would be eligible for CEU credit (1.5 contact hours).
Andrew Amari, JD
Specialist, Health Policy and Payment
Andrew Amari, JD is a specialist within APTA's Health Policy and Payment Unit, advocating on regulatory policy issues affecting physical therapists in a variety of practice settings. Before joining the association in March 2022, Andrew was a regulatory analyst at the Association of American Medical Colleges, focusing on hospital payment and graduate medical education policy issues. Andrew received a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Wake Forest University and a JD from the University of Wisconsin School of Law. He is a member of the Wisconsin Bar.
Rachel Miller, MPH
Specialist, Health Policy and Payment
Rachel Miller, MPH is a health policy and payment specialist within APTA's Health Policy and Payment Unit as of August 2022. Rachel advocates to federal regulators on policy issues that affect the physical therapy profession. Before joining the association, she was working towards her master's degree in health policy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While continuing her education, Rachel showed community members how to obtain health insurance as Certified Application Counselor in a student-run clinic. Before that, she helped stop the spread of COVID-19 as a case investigator at a local health department. She obtained her bachelor's degree in public health from the University of South Florida.
Wanda Evans, PT, DPT, MHS
Sr. Specialist, Health Policy and Payment
Wanda K. Evans, PT, DPT, MHS, is a senior payment specialist at APTA. Her responsibilities include communicating with members and insurers on inquiries regarding third-party, billing, CPT coding, and payment policies; providing resources in policy development; monitoring trends; and assisting in association efforts to advance payment policies. She remains a treating clinician in the outpatient setting. Before joining APTA, she was the clinical documentation and utilization review coordinator for Medstar National Rehabilitation Hospital Network. Prior to that she was the supervisor of physical therapist and occupational therapist services for Kaiser Permanente Mid Atlantic. She has been an APTA member since she was a student. She received her bachelor of physical therapy and doctor of physical therapy degrees from Howard University, and a master of health science degree in orthopedic and sports physical therapy from the University of Indianapolis. She also is a certified kinesio taping practitioner.
Alice Bell, PT, DPT
Sr. Specialist, Health Policy and Payment
Alice is on staff as senior payment specialist in the Payment and Practice Management Department of the APTA. She received a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from Northeastern University in Boston, MA and a doctor of physical therapy degree from the University of Montana. Her specialties include integrated care delivery models, post-acute care, and long-term care. A board-certified clinical specialist in geriatric physical therapy, she has lectured and written many articles on topics related to physical therapy and the older adult. She has spent the majority of her career in post-acute care and long-term care settings and has more than 36 years of experience as a physical therapist. Her professional activities include serving as a member of the National Quality Partnership Opioid Stewardship Steering Committee, co-leader of the NQF Opioid Stewardship Member Workgroup, APTA appointee to the NDHI Opioid Crisis Workgroup, APTA appointee to the National Quality Partnership Opioid Stewardship Action Team, Member of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ Technical Expert Panel for Skilled Nursing Alternative Payment Systems, Appointee to the National Quality Forum (NQF) for Long Term Care Quality Measures, Member of the Steering Committee for NQF's National Voluntary Consensus Standards for Nursing Home Project, and representative of the Coalition of Rehab Therapy Organizations’ Joint Commission’s Long Term Care Professional and Technical Advisory Committee.
Chase Kuhn
Specialist, Health Policy and Payment
APTA
Chase Kuhn, PT, DPT, is a specialist in APTA’s Health Policy and Payment unit, advocating for the profession of physical therapy as it relates to commercial insurers. He received both his bachelor’s degree in health science and his DPT with research specialization from the Ohio State University and subsequently participated in their Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency. He joined APTA staff with prior work experience in financial loss mitigation and hospital-based revenue cycle administration.
Course Instructions
- Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
- Click Fill Out Survey under the Evaluation listing to provide valuable course feedback. Scroll down on all questions as there may be answer options that expand past the size of the window.
- Click the View/Print Your Certificate button under the Certificate listing. You can view/print your certificate at any time by visiting the APTA Learning Center and clicking the CEU Certificate/Transcript link on the left-hand side of the page.
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Contains 14 Component(s), Includes Credits
(Professionalism-Ethics-Series-Fundamental) Begin your journey in ethical practice with our new two-part series, the initial courses in the Professionalism and Ethics in Physical Therapy: 4-Part Course Series. Tailored for students, this series offers crucial insights into professionalism and ethics, enhancing your decision-making skills. (1.2 CEU = 12 contact hours)
Start building your ethical foundation with our fundamental two-part series, the first two courses in the Professionalism and Ethics in Physical Therapy: 4-Part Course Series.
This NEW two-part course series is designed to provide essential knowledge in professionalism and ethics while enhancing ethical decision-making skills critical for future professionals. As a replacement for the previous Professionalism courses, this series takes a reimagined look at important documents, ethical theories, historical developments and their impact on the profession, and essential strategies to foster well-being for a healthy practice.
Key Features:
- Free to Purchase: Available to all - students, post-professional, members, and non-members.
- Package Requirement: Courses 1 and 2 must be completed together as they rely on one another's content and build on each other.
- Asynchronous Learning: All courses are asynchronous, allowing you to complete them at your own pace.
- Release Date: All courses will be released on Wednesday, December 4
Target Audience: Primarily geared towards students.
Course Details:
- Course 1: Core Concepts in Professionalism and Ethics (0.5 CEU/ 5 contact hours)
- Topics covered: Historical influences, key ethical theories, professionalism strategies, and equity in decision-making.
- Course 2: Ethical Decision-Making in Professional Practice (0.7 CEU/ 7 contact hours)
- Topics covered: Navigating core ethical documents, ethical decision-making frameworks, identifying biases, and maintaining professional integrity.
Register for FREE today!
Beth Linker
PT, PhD
Beth Linker, a former physical therapist turned historian, is the Samuel H. Preston Endowed Term Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. Renowned for her insightful works on rehabilitation and disability, her latest book, Slouch: Posture Panic in Modern America, delves into the historical fears surrounding poor posture in the 20th century.
Full Bio
Beth Linker, a former physical therapist, is the Samuel H. Preston Endowed Term Professor at the University of Pennsylvania in the Department of the History and Sociology of Science. She is the author of War’s Waste: Rehabilitation in World War I America (Chicago, 2011) and co-editor of Civil Disabilities: Citizenship, Membership, and Belonging (Penn Press, 2014). Her most recent book, Slouch: Posture Panic in Modern America (Princeton University Press, 2024), is a historical consideration of how poor posture became a feared pathology in the United States throughout much of the twentieth century. For this project, Linker received grants from The American Council of Learned Societies, The National Endowment for the Humanities, The National Institutes of Health, and The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Sarah Caston
PT, DPT
Dr. Sarah Caston, an Associate Professor at Emory University’s Division of Physical Therapy, integrates her clinical expertise with a profound commitment to ethical practices. Having completed a Master’s degree in Bioethics, she emphasizes the critical role of ethics in enhancing patient and clinician well-being.
Full Bio
Dr. Sarah Caston is physical therapist who is board- certified neurologic and geriatric PT. She is an Associate Professor within Emory University’s Division of Physical Therapy. Dr. Caston received her BS in Rehabilitation Science from University of Pittsburgh in 2008 and her DPT in 2011 from Emory University. She recently completed a Master’s degree in Bioethics and Emory’s Center for Ethics. Dr. Caston’s passion for ethics in physical therapy was cultivated as a clinician where she witnessed both the gifts and limitations of the biomedical approach to care, and grew at the intersections of humanism justice and a desire for greater flourishing for patients and clinicians.
Alyssa M Gibbons
Ph.D.
Alyssa Mitchell Gibbons, Ph.D., is an associate professor of industrial/organizational psychology at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. Dr. Gibbons’ research interests include safety culture, occupational health, and leadership development. Dr. Gibbons’ research has appeared in journals including Journal of Management, Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, Human Performance, Human Resource Management Review, International Journal of Selection and Assessment and Industrial/Organizational Psychology: Perspectives on Science and Practice. Dr. Gibbons received her doctorate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Becca Ditwiler
PT, DPT, PhD
Dr. Rebecca Edgeworth Ditwiler, an Associate Professor at the University of South Florida, is a board-certified orthopaedic specialist in physical therapy. With a PhD in Ethical Leadership, her research and teaching focus on ethics, professionalism, and leadership in the field. She also serves on the APTA Ethics and Judicial Committee.
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Rebecca Edgeworth Ditwiler, PT, DPT, PhD is an Associate Professor and board-certified orthopaedic specialist in physical therapy. She is a practicing physical therapist and educator in the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Dr. Ditwiler is DPT Curriculum Coordinator and oversees interprofessional education in that role. Becca Ditwiler received her DPT from Washington University in St. Louis in 2011 and completed a BS in Movement Science from the University of Michigan. Becca also completed a PhD in Ethical Leadership with a focus in higher education. Her research focuses on ethics, professionalism, and leadership. Dr. Ditwiler has also participated in clinical research and clinical service throughout her career. She currently serves on the APTA Ethics and Judicial Committee and is an active member of the Florida Physical Therapy Association. She is part of USF’s Academy of Distinguished Educators.
Bernardine Evans
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Bernardine Spaulding Evans (She/Her/Hers) is a dedicated Clinical Assistant Professor at Howard University with over 30 years of experience in treating neurological disorders. She has served on the Board of Physical Therapy in DC for the past eight years, is a board member of the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT), and the Vice Chair of the PT Compact's Education and Outreach Committee.
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Bernardine Spaulding Evans (She/Her/Hers) is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Howard University in Washington, DC. She began her academic career at Montgomery College's PTA program, teaching neuro-techniques for six years before joining Howard University's DPT program. She later became the Program Director of the physical therapy department and now teaches in the Department of Radiation Therapy.
Dr. Evans chairs the licensing Board of Physical Therapy in the District of Columbia and serves on the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. She is also Vice Chair of the PT Compact's Education and Outreach Committee and has chaired its compliance committee. At Howard University, she is a member of the College Grievance committee and an alternate delegate for the Faculty Senate.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Evans specializes in treating Traumatic Brain Injury and progressive brain disorders. She is a Board-Certified Specialist in Geriatrics and a published researcher in Geriatric Neurology. Her current research focuses on comparative anatomy and oncology. Dr. Evans has spoken at the FSBPT's annual education conference and the NICHD Eunice Kennedy Shriver international conference at NIH.
She also coordinates and serves on the board of Howard University’s Pro Bono Clinic, providing outreach primarily for Spanish-speaking populations in the District of Columbia.
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