This course is part of the Professionalism and Ethics in Physical Therapy: 4-Part Course Series. 

This course explores professionalism and ethical dilemmas across various practice settings, including orthopaedics and sports, acute care, pediatrics, and neurology. Through case studies and interactive learning, participants will tackle ethical dilemmas with expert advice from experienced clinicians in the field. 

Key Features:

• Purchase Information: Free for students, $25 for members/post-professional members, and $50 for non-members.
• Learning Format: Mixed asynchronous and synchronous content.
• Release Dates: Live sessions held on Wednesday, February 5 and Thursday, February 6
• Target Audience: Clinicians with an interest in orthopaedic/sports, acute care, pediatrics, and neurologic settings.

Course Details:

• Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
  • Instructor: Dustin Willis, PT, DPT, PhD
•  Acute Care Settings
  • Instructors: Jessica Marengo, PT, DPT, SM; Babette Sanders, PT, DPT, MS, FAPTA
• Pediatrics
  • Instructors: Magdalena Oledzka, PT, PhD, DPT, MBA; Rebecca Leonard, PT, DPT, MS, PhD; Kristen Snarski, PT, PhD
• Neurologic
  • Instructor: Sarah Caston, PT, DPT, NCS

Enhance your ability to adapt ethical practices and maintain high professionalism standards - register today! (0.4 CEUs / 4 contact hours for each session)

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: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas with Tailored Training Based on Your Role (0.4 CEUs) – Releases February 5

• Key topics: Ethical dilemmas for Faculty, DCEs, SCCEs, CIs, Residents/Fellows, Clinicians, and Students with case-based examples.

Course 4: Ethical Practices Across Practice Settings (0.4 CEUs) – Releases February 5 and 6

• Key topics: Ethical dilemmas in orthopedic, acute care, pediatric, and neurologic settings, with practical strategies.

Course Instructions

1. Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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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Explore professionalism and ethics in physical therapy with this 4-part course series. You'll learn about the historical development of these principles, ethical decision-making frameworks, and current trends and challenges.

Key Features

• Purchase Information: Free for students, $25 for members/post-professional members, $50 for non-members
• Mixed Asynchronous and Synchronous Formats:
  • Courses 1, 2, and 3 are asynchronous
  • Course 4 is synchronous on February 5 and 6, 2025.
• Release Dates:
  • Courses 1 and 2: Available Now!
  • Course 3: Wednesday, February 5
  • Course 4: Wednesday, February 5 and Thursday, February 6

Course Details:

• Course 1: Core Concepts in Professionalism and Ethics (0.5 CEUs / 5 contact hours)
• Course 2: Ethical Decision-Making in Professional Practice (0.7 CEUs / 7 contact hours)
• Course 3: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas with Tailored Training Based on Your Role (0.4 CEUs / 4 contact hours)
  • Training for Faculty Members, DCEs, SCCE, Clinical Instructors, Residents, Fellows, Clinicians, and Students
• Course 4: Ethical Practices Across Practice Settings (0.4 CEUs / 4 contact hours)
  • Training for Orthopaedic/Sports Medicine, Acute Care, Pediatric, and Neurologic Practitioners

Join us to deepen your understanding and enhance your practice!

Different types of insurance have big implications for your practice and its viability. Is private insurance always best? Is Medicaid a bad bet? How are ACA plans different from large employer or state-regulated plans? This session explores key types of insurance plans commonly encountered in private practice, including private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, Workers’ Compensation, ERISA, and cash pay options. Participants will leave with practical takeaways and strategies for managing these insurance variations in a clinical setting.

Course Instructions

1. Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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. 

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:

1. Recall the 2025 conversion factor and its impact on payment under Medicare Part B therapy services.
2. Understand what the 2025 Medicare Part B deductible is and its impact on the annual therapy threshold.
3. List the 3 possible scenarios of who may pay the 2025 Medicare Part B deductible. 
4. Name the 2 Medigap plans that cover the annual Medicare Part B deductible. 
5. Identify the 2025 therapy threshold and the targeted medical review process for claims exceeding $3,000 in calendar year 2025. 
6. List new, revised and/or deleted CPT codes for 2025 that may be utilized by physical or occupational therapists and/or speech-language pathologists. 
7. Recite the current status of telehealth with traditional Medicare for calendar year 2025. 
8. Understand how the Geographic Price Cost Index for your locality impacts your Medicare payment in calendar year 2025.
9. Name 3 changes to the 2025 MIPS program.

Course Instructions

1. Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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. 

Need Assistance?

For assistance logging in, accessing activities, claiming credit, or for other questions or concerns, please e-mail learningcenter@apta.org. 

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: Watch the recorded webinar free for students, $19 for members/post-professional members, $39 for non-members
• Format: Recorded, 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:

1. Understand the role, authority, and mission of State Boards of Physical Therapy.
2. Describe common license complaints made to the State Boards of Physical Therapy.
3. Discuss possible outcomes of the disciplinary process.
4. Identify licensee rights during the disciplinary process.

Course Instructions

1. Click on the Contents tab to choose one of the following options. You only need to complete one option to complete this course:
   1. 'Engage with the Interactive Course' to participate in an interactive learning experience
   2. 'Watch the Recorded Webinar' to view the pre-recorded session.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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. 

This course is part of the Persistent Pain Management: A Comprehensive Learning Series. 

Release Date: June 19, 2025

This course is designed for healthcare professionals and includes six essential modules, allowing participants to choose one that best fits their practice needs:

Key Features:

• Evidence-Based Management: Develop and implement evidence-based management programs tailored to individual patient needs.
• Reliable Assessment Measures: Critically evaluate and apply reliable and valid pain assessment measures across multiple domains.
• Cognitive and Behavioral Approaches: Apply cognitive and behavioral strategies to support improved functional movement and pain outcomes.
• Earn Credit: 0.4 to 0.6 CEU
• Pricing:
• Students: $29
• Members: $139
• Non-members: $199

Course Details:

• Option 1: Navigating Chronic Pain in Pediatric Populations
  • Develop strategies to manage chronic pain in pediatric patients, focusing on age-appropriate interventions.
• Option 2: Understanding Complexity in Persistent Pain Care
  • Explore the complexities of persistent pain care and develop comprehensive management plans.
• Option 3: Understanding Pain in Older Adults and Patients with Lower Limb Loss
  • Address the unique pain management needs of older adults and individuals with lower limb loss.
• Option 4: Understanding Movement-Evoked Pain and Psychologically Informed Care in Tendinopathy
  • Learn to manage movement-evoked pain in tendinopathy using psychologically informed care approaches.
• Option 5: Addressing Injury-Related Fears in ACL Reconstruction: Path to Return to Play
  • Develop strategies to address injury-related fears in ACL reconstruction patients to facilitate their return to play.
• Option 6: Persistent Pain Management Strategies in the Emergency Department
  • Implement effective pain management strategies for patients in the emergency department.

Enroll now to elevate your approach to pain care!

Course Instructions

1. Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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. 

Need Assistance?

For assistance logging in, accessing activities, claiming credit, or for other questions or concerns, please e-mail learningcenter@apta.org. 

This course is part of the Persistent Pain Management: A Comprehensive Learning Series. 

Release Date: May 13, 2025

This course is designed for healthcare professionals and includes four essential modules:

Key Features:

• Person-Centered Strategies: Apply evidence-based self-management strategies for pain that promote overall well-being.
• Intervention Insights: Identify indications, evidence, and mechanisms for commonly used interventions, including exercise, manual therapy, and relaxation strategies.
• Earn Credit: 0.6 CEU/6 contact hours
• Pricing:
  • Students: $29
  • Members: $139
  • Non-members: $199

Course Details:

• Module 1: Graded Motor Imagery – PIP Intervention, Graded Exposure
  • Explore graded motor imagery and graded exposure techniques for pain management.
• Module 2: Manual Therapy as a Rehabilitation Tool
  • Understand the role of manual therapy in rehabilitation and its evidence-based applications.
• Module 3: Exercise in Chronic Pain: Unpacking What We Know and Why It Doesn’t Always Work
  • Analyze the effectiveness of exercise in chronic pain management and explore reasons for variability in outcomes.
• Module 4: Using Telehealth to Improve Access to Pain Management Care
  • Learn how to leverage telehealth to enhance access to pain management services.

Course Instructions

1. Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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. 

Need Assistance?

For assistance logging in, accessing activities, claiming credit, or for other questions or concerns, please e-mail learningcenter@apta.org. 

This course is part of the Persistent Pain Management: A Comprehensive Learning Series and delves into the integration of psychologically informed strategies within physical therapy to enhance the management of persistent pain. 

Release Date: April 17, 2025

This course is designed for healthcare professionals and includes three essential modules:

Key Features

• Multidimensional Pain Understanding: Define and explain pain as a complex, multidimensional experience.
• Cognitive and Emotional Assessment: Establish and address the cognitive and emotional state of individuals and its influence on pain.
• Integrated Psychological Approaches: Implement evidence-based psychological strategies, including relaxation techniques and mindfulness, into clinical practice
• Earn Credit: Earn 0.6 CEU/6 contact hours.
• Pricing:
• Students: $29
• Members: $139
• Non-members: $199

Course Details

• Module 1: Understanding Psychologically Informed PT
  • Define and explain pain as a complex, multidimensional experience, and establish the cognitive and emotional state of the individual.
• Module 2: Communicating Effectively: Discussing Pain With Your Patients
  • Learn to communicate pain concepts and principles to individuals in a way they understand and that empowers effective self-management.
• Module 3: Integrating Psychological Approaches Into Clinical Practice
  • Implement evidence-based, person-centered self-management strategies for pain, including exercise, manual therapy, relaxation strategies, and more.

Enroll now to elevate your approach to pain care!

Course Instructions

1. Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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. 

Need Assistance?

For assistance logging in, accessing activities, claiming credit, or for other questions or concerns, please e-mail learningcenter@apta.org. 

This course is part of the Persistent Pain Management: A Comprehensive Learning Series and focuses on enhancing your skills in assessing and evaluating patients with persistent pain. 

Release Date: March 19, 2025

This course is designed for healthcare professionals and includes two essential modules:

Key Features:

• Evidence-Based Learning: Apply reliable and valid pain assessment measures and screening tools
• Person-Centered Approach: Focus on individualized care plans and management strategies 
• Earn Credit: Earn 0.6 CEU/6 contact hours.
• Pricing:
  • Students: $29
  • Members: $139
  • Non-members: $199

Course Details:

• Module 1: Enhancing Care for Diverse Populations
  • Identify at-risk populations, address clinician influences on pain outcomes, and develop effective pain management strategies for diverse patient groups.
• Module 2: Foundations of Pain Assessment: Techniques and Best Practices
  • Evaluate and apply pain assessment measures, screening measures, and evidence-based treatment options across different care settings.

Enroll now to elevate your approach to pain care!

Course Instructions

1. Click on the Contents tab to watch the course recording.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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. 

Need Assistance?

For assistance logging in, accessing activities, claiming credit, or for other questions or concerns, please e-mail learningcenter@apta.org.