Care2Learn Top 15: Texas Occupational Therapist CE Courses
Dysphagia for Occupational Therapists
3-Hours | Only $57.00
This introductory course provides the basic education required for the evaluation of dysphagia. The anatomy, neurology, and physiology of the swallowing mechanism is reviewed. Evaluation methods, diet modifications and swallow strategies are reviewed with instruction on skill practice areas. The Occupational Therapist interested in the area of dysphagia will find this information invaluable as a primer and resource tool.
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Strength Training: Focusing on Geriatrics
3-Hours | Only $57.00
With the increase in the over 65-years-old demographic in America, healthcare providers and therapist in particular are treating a larger percentage of geriatric patients. It is imperative that practitioners become aware of techniques that maximize client mobility while being cost efficient. This course discusses various exercise considerations and techniques, as well as documentation practices.
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Geriatric Diagnostic Testing for PT and OT
2-Hour | Only $38.00
The only way to prove the validity of therapy is to demonstrate it through progress. In order for therapists to demonstrate patient progress to third party payers, is through the use of evidenced-based medicine and the use of standardized testing. This course will review the most common tests for the geriatric patient.
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Home Accessibility for Older Adults: An Occupational Therapist's Guide
2-Hours | Only $38.00
In 21st century America, we are faced with a significant growth in the population of our senior citizens. This change brings with it new challenges since many older people wish to stay at home rather than join retirement communities. Because many senior citizens have diminished physical capabilities, it is important to make residences more user-friendly. This course will address these concerns by explaining basic concepts regarding home modification and adaptation.
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Functional Maintenance Programs
3-Hours | Only $57.00
Medicare allows for the provision of Functional Maintenance Programs for its members. This allows many patients to have access to therapy services that might otherwise be denied. However the rules of eligibility are very exact. This course teaches the nurse what it is, how it must be developed and executed and how to do this within the Medicare Guidelines.
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Introduction to Hand Evaluation and Treatment Concepts
3-Hours | Only $57.00
While a hand therapist may be an occupational or physical therapist, both must be knowledgeable in hand anatomy and accepted methods of hand rehabilitation. This course focuses on taking an occupational history, quantifying and documenting hand pain, evaluating sensory function of the hand and regaining hand functionality after an injury.
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Alzheimer's Disease (AD) & Related Disorders: Handle with Care -- Intensive training
3-Hours | Only $57.00
This course considers all aspects of AD, including the various stages of the disease, problem behaviors, communication issues, ethical considerations and appropriate activities. In addition, strategies are presented for working with families and caregivers of AD patients.
This course has been approved by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs, Program Approval numbers NHAD 0294.
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Documentation
3-Hours | Only $57.00
In this course we’ll go over not only the specifics of documentation, but also the mindset that’s needed to create the appropriate documentation. We’ll introduce the concepts of clinical reasoning and its importance in the act of documentation.
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Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly©
4-Hours | Only $76.00
Elder abuse is a disturbing reality in today's society. The risk of being abused, neglected, or exploited is real for many older people. Family members or other caregivers are most often the abusers. The problem crosses all geographic, socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic barriers. Healthcare workers must know how to recognize and report this heinous crime. This course corresponds with F-Tags F221, F222, F224 and F226.
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Arthritis
3-Hours | Only $57.00
If you work in elder care, it’s impossible to avoid seeing and treating this sometimes devastating disease. The treatment of arthritis can be frustrating for many therapists. There are just as many physical factors to consider as there are psychological! This course looks at eclectic approaches to the treatment of the patient with arthritis.
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COPD - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
3-Hours | Only $57.00
COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. and is projected to be the third leading cause of death by the year 2020. Although many people are aware that smoking is a major cause of COPD, there is often uncertainty about how the disease affects pulmonary tissue and breathing ability. This course discusses the various stages of the disease and the treatment options available.
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Knee Replacement: Current Concepts in Rehabilitation
3-Hours | Only $57.00
This course provides a general review of knee anatomy, degenerative changes, and joint designs used in surgery. Primary focus is placed upon postoperative care including post-acute hospitalization, home health, outpatient, and long term goals of the rehabilitation process.
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Medicare Law and Documentation: An Introductory Guide for Occupational Therapists
3-Hours | Only $57.00
This course discusses common golf injuries and the appropriate treatment of those injuries. It provides information on all of the following: Physical Demands of Golf; Golf-Specific Posture Exercises, Golf-Specific Stretching Exercises; Golf-Specific Balance Exercises; Golf-Specific Strengthening Exercises; Golf-Specific Body Mechanics and Sample Case Studies.
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Shoulder Impingement & Rehabilitation Techniques
3-Hour | Only $57.00
The student will learn to identify pertinent shoulder anatomy and biomechanics related to shoulder dysfunction, as well as evaluate muscle imbalances related to shoulder impingement. Safe, effective and efficient shoulder rehabilitation exercises are presented along with photos and instructions on how to perform the exercises properly.
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Brain Injury Treatment: A Neuropsychological Approach
4-Hours | Only $76.00
According to Segalowitz & Lawson (1995), seventy to ninety percent of head injuries are classified as mild. Although much research exists on moderate-to-severe injuries, there is a need to understand the complexities of brain damage in individuals who have been diagnosed with a “mild” injury. This course is designed to help non-neuropsychologist professionals learn more about the field of neuropsychological evaluation and treatment and increase their knowledge regarding mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI).
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