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Digital Health Certificate

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    • Non-Member - $599
    • PT Member - $399
    • PTA Member - $299
    • Student - $49
    • Post-Professional Student - $349
    • Staff - Free!

The APTA Digital Health Certificate is designed for clinicians who have already completed APTA’s Telehealth Certificate Series and are looking to expand their expertise into the broader realm of digital health. As healthcare technology rapidly advances, the transition from traditional telehealth services to broader digital health applications represent significant advancements in clinical practice. Course content is designed to guide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants through this transformation, emphasizing the integration of innovative resources and technologies that extend beyond synchronous telehealth. The certificate series will guide you through the latest digital resources that can enhance patient care and streamline clinical operations. By the end of this course, you will be equipped with knowledge to ensure that you remain at the forefront of patient care in the evolving digital health landscape.

Key Features:

  • Format: Asynchronous, pre-recorded on-demand videos
  • Cost: 
    • $399 for PT members
    • $299 for PTA members
    • $349 for Post-professionals
    • $49 for Students
    • $599 for Non-members
  • Earn CEU: 1.4 (14 contact hours)
Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of completing the series, learners should be able to:

  1. Develop and distribute online resources, to include short courses, fact sheets, videos or infographics covering digital health literacy topics.
  2. Provide training that enhances clinicians’ skills in identifying when digital health tools could augment care, and provides guidance for using mobile apps, wearable devices and other tools for effective monitoring and managing health.
  3. Highlight digital health literacy tools and resources to encourage adoption, comfort with, and utilization among clinicians.
  4. Implement pre- and post-assessments to measure participants’ knowledge and confidence levels regarding digital health literacy and gather feedback to continuously improve the series content and delivery.
  • Contains 3 Component(s)

    (Digital-Health-CERT-1) This course introduces physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to the fundamentals of digital health, including telehealth, remote monitoring, mobile apps, and wearable devices. Learners will gain a practical understanding of how to use these tools effectively while addressing privacy, data security, and common implementation challenges.

    Digital health is changing how we deliver care—and physical therapists need to be ready. This course gives PTs and PTAs a cleareasy-to-follow introduction to the world of digital health.

    Key Features:

    • Format: Asynchronous, interactive format allowing you to complete at your own pace.
    • Cost: Free for members and non-members
    • Earn CEU: 0.2 or 2 contact hours

    You'll learn:

    • Defining terms like Digital Health, Digital Medicine, and Digital Therapeutics really mean
    • How data can help improve patient outcomes
    • The pros and cons of telehealth and remote monitoring
    • Explore how mobile apps and wearable devices are being used in rehab
    • Where artificial intelligence (AI) fits into physical therapy
    • How to protect patient privacy and stay secure
    • Common barriers to using digital tools and how to overcome them

    By the end of this course, you’ll have a solid foundation to start using digital health tools confidently in your practice.

    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. 

  • Contains 3 Component(s)

    (Digital-Health-CERT-2) This course explores the evolving role of digital health in physical therapy, providing clinicians with the latest APTA resources, guidelines, and tools to enhance evidence-based care and optimize patient outcomes.

    As digital health rapidly evolves, its impact on physical therapy practice continues to grow. Staying current with the latest standards, guidelines, and tools is critical for clinicians committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the APTA’s latest digital health resources, foundational paper, practice guidelines, transparency initiatives, and advocacy efforts. Participants will gain practical insights into integrating digital technologies into clinical practice while aligning with professional standards and advancing patient outcomes.
    Learning Objectives:
    1. Identify the APTA Standards of Practice related to digital care and their implications for clinical practice.
    2. Describe key elements from The Digitally Enabled Physical Therapist: An APTA Foundational Paper and their relevance to current and future practice models.
    3. Explain APTA’s Digital Health Transparency Campaign and how it supports informed decision-making.
    4. Utilize the APTA Digital Health App Formulary to evaluate digital health apps for clinical use.
    5. Apply recommendations from the Telerehabilitation in Physical Therapist Practice: A Clinical Practice Guideline to enhance telehealth services.
    6. Define important digital health terminology within the context of physical therapy.
    7. Understand the application of Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) codes under Medicare based on APTA’s Practice Advisory.
    8. Summarize APTA’s recent advocacy efforts in telehealth policy and politics.
    9. Incorporate the latest research updates on digital health interventions to inform evidence-based practice

    Caroline "CJ" Morrow

    Clinical Quality Senior Analyst

    Hinge Health

    Caroline "CJ" Morrow, PT, DPT, CPHQ, serves as a Clinical Quality Senior Analyst at Hinge Health. She champions the principle that physical therapists should practice at the top of their license scope, with technology as a catalyst for personalizing patient care. As part of the quality team, CJ develops AI-powered prompts and assistants that enhance her clinical data analysis, quality monitoring, and patient experience assessments. She also monitors the quality of AI assistance provided to the Hinge Health care team, ensuring optimal integration of technology in clinical practice. 
     
    As Co-Chair of the Frontiers in Rehabilitation, Science and Technology Member Engagement Group, she advocates for responsible AI integration in physical therapy practice. CJ's distinctive perspective blends clinical expertise with quality management experience from both Hinge Health and Johnson & Johnson, positioning her at the intersection of physical therapy, technology, and healthcare innovation. 

    Julie Mulcahy

    Senior Clinical Program Manager

    Omada Health

    Dr. Julie Mulcahy PT, DPT, CAPP OB received her Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from University of Michigan. For the past 20+ years she has specialized in orthopedics, sports medicine and women's health. She obtained her Certificate of Achievement in Pregnancy and Postpartum Physical Therapy (CAPP OB) in 2021 and her LAMP Institute for Leadership Certificate in Healthcare in 2023. Her passion is leveraging technology and digital tools in improving patient engagement, access and outcomes for chronic health conditions. She is Senior Clinical Program Manager at Omada Health and has been treating patients exclusively with telehealth since 2019 and manages a nationwide network of virtual PT's. She has presented on use of technology in the rehabilitation sciences at the American Physical Therapy Association and American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine on the national and international level. She was a published author for Choose PT and has research in the area of exercise/weight management and several health and fitness publications. She was formerly an adjunct faculty member in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Baker College.  

    Anna DeLaRosby

    PT, DPT

    Omada Health

    Anna DeLaRosby, PT, DPT is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy, has earned the Certificate in Healthcare Leadership through the APTA's Lamp Leadership Institute, and holds extensive expertise in telehealth and digital rehabilitation. Currently, DeLaRosby serves as the Clinical Program Manager at Physera Physical Therapy Group, where she oversees programs that have achieved first-in-industry telehealth accreditation. Since joining Physera, she has played a pivotal role in developing one of the first nationwide telehealth-only practices, utilizing technology and data-informed decision making to transform healthcare. DeLaRosby has co-authored papers and presented courses on telehealth physical therapy, significantly contributing to the discourse on effective use of digital health tools to improve patient experience. Her leadership and insights into advancing physical therapy practices have established her as a key figure in healthcare innovation. Beyond her clinical role, DeLaRosby is an accomplished consultant, educator, and manager, known for her commitment to people development, enhancing employee experience, and continuous learning—all fueled by her passion for great coffee.

    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. 

  • Contains 3 Component(s)

    (Digital-Health-CERT-3) Stay current in a rapidly evolving field. This course provides an essential overview of APTA’s latest resources, guidelines, and tools to help physical therapists effectively integrate digital health into their practice.

    This course equips physical therapists with the latest APTA guidelines, tools, and policy updates to support the safe and effective integration of digital health into clinical practice. Stay informed on telerehabilitation, remote monitoring, app evaluation, and more to enhance patient care and professional readiness.


    Key Features
    CEUs: .2 (2 Contact Hours)
    Format: Asynchronous
    You'll Learn: 
    • Recent research developments informing digital integration
    • Identify patient, provider, and technology factors critical to safety
    •  Develop emergency response plans for virtual care environments
    • Screen and select appropriate patients for telehealth
    • Navigate data privacy and security challenges in telehealth PT
    • Understand regulations and laws impacting digital practice
    • Apply APTA’s Digital Health App Formulary to assess digital tools
    • Integrate best practices in telerehabilitation and remote monitoring
    • Stay informed on billing, terminology, and APTA’s advocacy efforts


    Anna DeLaRosby

    PT, DPT

    Omada Health

    Anna DeLaRosby, PT, DPT is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy, has earned the Certificate in Healthcare Leadership through the APTA's Lamp Leadership Institute, and holds extensive expertise in telehealth and digital rehabilitation. Currently, DeLaRosby serves as the Clinical Program Manager at Physera Physical Therapy Group, where she oversees programs that have achieved first-in-industry telehealth accreditation. Since joining Physera, she has played a pivotal role in developing one of the first nationwide telehealth-only practices, utilizing technology and data-informed decision making to transform healthcare. DeLaRosby has co-authored papers and presented courses on telehealth physical therapy, significantly contributing to the discourse on effective use of digital health tools to improve patient experience. Her leadership and insights into advancing physical therapy practices have established her as a key figure in healthcare innovation. Beyond her clinical role, DeLaRosby is an accomplished consultant, educator, and manager, known for her commitment to people development, enhancing employee experience, and continuous learning—all fueled by her passion for great coffee.

    Deborah M. Alexander

    CHC, CHPC, PMP, DPT, MED, AT-R, PT, CSCS

    Compliance Advisory Services and Product Development at LW Consulting, Inc.

    Deborah M. Alexander, CHC, CHPC, PMP, DPT, MED, AT-R, PT, CSCS, has been a physical therapist for over 35 years, graduating from Thomas Jefferson University and later receiving her Masters of Education and Sports Medicine from Temple University, and then a Doctorate in PT from Simmons College. Deb attended Penn State University for Project Management, receiving the certification of Project Management Professional (PMP), while obtaining her Certifications in Healthcare Compliance and Privacy from the Healthcare Compliance Association, and 30-hour OSHA Certification. As a physical therapist, Deb has experience in acute care, private practice, home health, skilled nursing homes, and currently treats InHome for a PT private practice.  As the previous Director of Rehabilitation Consulting and Compliance Advisory Services for LW Consulting, Inc. and CEO of PTCompliance Group, Inc. she provides compliance and HIPAA consulting services across the continuum for post-acute care providers and legal counsel, conducts documentation auditing for medical necessity, reimbursement entitlement and statistical overpayment extrapolation, conducts compliance program analyses at the request of BODs, oversees two SaaS products (exclusions and chart auditing compliance), and serves as a therapy consultant when responding to government requested audits and fraud investigations.  Deb continues to serve as a Senior Consultant for Compliance Advisory Services and Product Development at LW Consulting, Inc., while continuing to serve as a member of the APTAPA Payment Committee. 

    Deb serves as a compliance advisory expert and is asked to present at state and national conferences, and several DPT programs, on therapy documentation, appeals, denials, coding and billing, HIPAA, and regulatory compliance, payment across the continuum, license protections, regulations impacting physical therapy services, while keeping state practice act and ethics at the forefront. Deb has presented at WebPT ASCEND, APTAPA Payment Seminars, APTAPA MovePA State Conferences, APTA CMS, and provided content to Digital Health Implementation and Licensure Protection for APTA from a regulatory perspective. As a Project Manager, she has served on an AI Steering committee for the Project Management Institute, in particular within the healthcare sector as IT projects are integrated into health system processes to ensure compliant integration. 
    As an author, Deb has created Compliance, HIPAA, and OSHA Plan products and co-authored articles on Healthcare Compliance, HIPAA Privacy and Security, and AI with Ethical risk analysis considerations. 

    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. 

  • Contains 2 Component(s)

    (Digital-Health-CERT-4) This practical course equips physical therapists and PTAs with essential digital care skills by blending policy insights, clinical tools, and best practices for safe, effective, and confident integration into modern physical therapy.

    This course equips PTs and PTAs with foundational skills to deliver safe, effective care in digital environments. Blending policy insights, clinical tools, and best practices, it covers telehealth, remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM), asynchronous communication, and emerging technologies. Grounded in current standards and APTA resources, this course supports confident digital integration and prepares you to navigate today’s evolving healthcare landscape with professionalism and purpose.
    • Key Features: 
      • CEUs: .2 (2 Contact Hours)
      • Format: Asynchronous 
    • What You'll Learn
      • Define what it means to be a digitally enabled physical therapist and identify key components of digital PT care
      • Recognize foundational telehealth skills and explore further training opportunities
      • Understand Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM), its requirements, and the impact of the VERITAS study
      • Apply best practices for asynchronous communication and remote patient engagement
      • Explore emerging technologies and reflect on real-world experiences in digital physical therapy

    Ellen Morello, PT, DPT

    US General Manager

    EverEx

    Ellen Morello, PT, DPT, is a physical therapist and digital health leader with a passion for using technology to improve the physical therapy experience. She currently leads U.S. operations at EverEx, a remote therapeutic monitoring and patient engagement platform.


    Ellen has been at the forefront of telehealth PT since 2017—practicing virtually, managing nationwide clinical networks, and teaching as part of the APTA Telehealth Certificate Series. She has held early leadership roles at several HealthTech startups including Physera, Nice Healthcare, Second Door Health, and Groove Health.


    A graduate of New York Medical College, she has also served as adjunct faculty at UMass Lowell and is co-chair of the APTA FiRST Network. She remains committed to advancing access and quality in musculoskeletal care through clinician-driven innovation.

    Ellen is a shareholder in Omada Health, Groove Health, Second Door Health, and Rahoo Baby. She is currently an employee of EverEx.

    Anang Chokshi

    PT, DPT, OCS, SCS

    Digital Healthcare Consulting

    Anang Chokshi is a dual board-certified physical therapist in sports and orthopedics, with a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Michigan-Flint and advanced training through Kaiser Permanente’s Orthopedic Residency and Sports Fellowship. With roots in clinic management and a passion for digital health, Anang served as Chief Clinical Officer at Reflexion Health and IncludeHealth, leading innovation in telerehab and MSK technologies. He played a key role in developing and proposing the Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) codes, helping to shape national reimbursement pathways for digital MSK care. 

    Anang is the founder of Digital Healthcare Consulting, which advises startups on go-to-market, reimbursement, and clinical strategy. He currently works at Athelas, a health technology company that helps practices streamline billing and documentation with AI-powered tools. He brings deep expertise in musculoskeletal care, telehealth, remote patient monitoring, clinical product development, regulatory strategy, and digital health commercialization.

    Jonathan Ide-Don

    PT, DPT

    Medbridge

    Jon Ide-Don, PT, DPT is a digital health leader and expert in building digital health products that deliver care at scale. As Director of Clinical Programs at Medbridge, Jon leads the clinical content team in defining and developing best-in-class digital care pathways that are clinically rigorous and patient-first. Jon has his Doctorate in Physical Therapy, is Fellowship-trained in manual therapy, and has deep clinical experience treating patients with orthopedic and sports injuries. He has practiced in the top health systems and private practices in the Bay Area and ran his own concierge practice specializing in helping endurance athletes and CrossFit athletes.

    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. 

  • Contains 3 Component(s)

    (Digital-Health-CERT-5) This course reviews current literature and guidelines on telerehabilitation, provides strategies for supervising students in virtual care, and highlights emerging digital health applications in physical therapy to prepare clinicians for the future of care delivery.

    This course explores current literature and Clinical Practice Guidelines on telerehabilitation, examines relevant evidence, and helps the learner develop practical strategies for supervising and mentoring students in virtual care settings. The course also encourages forward-thinking by highlighting emerging applications of digital health in physical therapy practice, preparing clinicians to confidently navigate and shape the future of care delivery.
    Key Features: 
    • CEUs: .2 (2 Contact Hours)
    • Cost: $109 Non-member, $79 PT/PTA/Post-Professional, $9 Student
    • Format: Asynchronous  
    You'll Learn: 
    • Understand how thorough evaluations and ongoing assessments guide clinical decision-making and ensure personalized, effective care.
    • Learn strategies to educate and empower patients, fostering engagement and improving outcomes in digital and hybrid rehabilitation models.
    • Explore how digital tools enhance access and monitoring while maintaining the central role of clinical reasoning and professional judgment.
    • Develop skills to create trust and connection in virtual settings, supported by feedback and reflective practice for professional growth.
    • Ensure quality, trust, and ethical standards in all aspects of telehealth and telerehabilitation practice.

    Alan C. Lee

    PT, PhD, DPT

    Academy of Leadership & Innovation (ALI)

    Alan is currently the Director of Innovation for APTA's Academy of Leadership and Innovation (ALI), as well as a professor of physical therapy at Mount Saint Mary's University in Los Angeles, CA (MSMU DPT). Alan continues his clinical practice at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, a Level 1 Trauma Center. 

    Angela Nottingham Henning

    PT, MSPT

    University of Kentucky, Lexington (UKDPT)

    Angela is adjunct faculty in physical therapy at University of Kentucky, Lexington (UKDPT) and the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky (UCDPT). She is also the Pulmonary Physical Therapy Site Coordinator for the Home-Based Pulmonary Rehab Program within the Lexington VA Health Care System in Lexington, Kentucky. Angela is a board certified cardiovascular and pulmonary clinical specialist, as well as a certified falls prevention specialist. 

    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. 

  • Contains 3 Component(s)

    (Digital-Health-CERT-6) This course will explore current tech trends in physical therapy, review regulatory and legal foundation guiding technology use, and outline key categories of tools used in rehabilitation settings. Foundational concepts of AI and AI-enabled tools in PT workflows will be introduced, and the coursework will also explore data privacy, risk management and compliance to support responsible implementation of technology in a physical therapy setting.

    This course will equip PTs and PTAs with the knowledge and practical frameworks needed to evaluate and integrate emerging technologies safely and effectively. Participants will explore current tech trends influencing physical therapist practice, gain clarity on the regulatory and legal foundations guiding clinical technology use, and learn how to differentiate among key categories of hardware and software tools used in outpatient and rehabilitation settings.
    Foundational concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) will be introduced with a focus on their impact on clinical reasoning, along with a balanced discussion of the opportunities and limitations of AI-enabled tools in PT workflows. The course also addresses data privacy, risk management, and compliance to support responsible implementation. By the end, clinicians will be more prepared to make informed decisions about digital health solutions that enhance care quality, patient experience, and practice efficiency.
    Key Features: 
    • Format: Asynchronous, interactive format allowing you to complete at your own pace. 
    • Cost: Free for members and non-members 
    • CEUs: 0.2 (2 contact hours) 
    You'll learn:
    • Identify current and emerging technology trends in the musculoskeletal (MSK) space and describe how they influence assessment, treatment, and patient experience. 
    • Explain the regulatory and legal foundations for clinical technology, including key considerations for safe and compliant implementation in physical therapy settings.
    • Differentiate between major categories of clinic-based hardware and software tools and evaluate their appropriate use cases within MSK practice. 
    • Describe foundational concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical reasoning and analyze opportunities and limitations of AI-enabled tools in PT workflows. 
    • Assess data, risk, and compliance implications associated with digital health technologies.

    Carol Passarelli

    PT, DPT

    Carol Passarelli is a PT product consultant with a background in elite sports medicine, digital health innovation, and clinical research. Carol provides clinical strategy to product development at Hinge Health, and has previous experiences leading product development at early-stage computer vision and AI ambient documentation health tech companies. She currently researches AI-guided rehab and discharge applications with Stanford Graduate School of Business, and researches with Building H on quantifying the health impact of consumer technology.

    Carol is a passionate endurance runner and mountaineering enthusiast, partnering with Mammut as a PT expert and ultra-athlete. She currently practices at CU Sports Medicine & Performance Center and serves on the advisory board at Regis University. She is a contributing writer and specialist for Fast Talk Labs, SageStone, USA Track & Field, and the USA Mountain and Trail Running Teams.  She holds degrees from USC, Regis University, and Stanford University. 

    Hali Jones

    PT, DPT

    Strong Enough Fitness & Physical Therapy

    Hali Jones, PT, DPT is a physical therapist, business owner, and digital health innovator based in Boulder, Colorado. She is the Founder of Strong Enough Fitness & Physical Therapy, where she blends concierge and virtual care with a proactive, strength-focused approach to health and aging. She also serves as Clinical Team Lead at ViFiVE, partnering with Stanford Medicine on remote care research, guiding product development for computer-vision and digital rehab tools, and supporting clinician adoption and go-to-market strategy. Previously, she served as Clinical Director at Peak Form Medical Center and practiced at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital.

    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. 

  • Contains 3 Component(s)

    (Digital-Health-CERT-7) Explore the foundations and future of artificial intelligence in this introductory course designed for physical therapy professionals. Learn key AI concepts, compare model types, understand transformer architecture, evaluate generative tools in real-world contexts, and explore prompt design and key prompting strategies.

    This course offers a comprehensive introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) with a focus on generative models and their practical applications in healthcare and research settings. Designed for professionals in any stage of their career, the course begins by establishing a foundational understanding of AI, including formal definitions and key milestones in its evolution. Participants will explore the core differences between discriminative and generative AI models and will be introduced to an overview of transformer architecture and to the CLEAR framework. 
    Key Features: 
    • CEUs: .2 (2 Contact Hours)
    • Cost: $109 Non-member, $79 PT/PTA/Post-Professional, $9 Student
    • Format: Asynchronous  
    You'll Learn:
    • Define AI and identify major historical developments. 
    • Distinguish between discriminative and generative models. 
    • Understand the purpose and impact of transformer architecture. 
    • Evaluate generative AI tools for professional use. 
    • Apply the CLEAR framework to design effective prompts.

    Dustin Hardwick

    PT, DPT, PhD

    University of the Incarnate Word School of Rehabilitation Sciences

    Dustin Hardwick PT, DPT, PhD is an Associate Professor at the University of the Incarnate Word School of Rehabilitation Sciences. Dr. Hardwick received his DPT and PhD from Washington University in St Louis before completing his postdoctoral training at the Cleveland VAMC FES Center of Excellence.  Dr. Hardwick has 11 years of experience in entry-level education and primarily teaches courses related to kinesiology, biomechanics, motor control and motor learning and pathology. Dr. Hardwick has authored publications and presented research related to biomechanics, motor learning, and professionalism and ethics in PT.

    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. 

  • Contains 1 Component(s), Includes Credits

    (Digital-Health-CERT-CEU-Certificate)

    Digital-Health-CERT-CEU-Certificate

    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.