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The Passport to Learning provides access to over 40 courses in APTA's Learning Center. 

See individual course listings for descriptions and learning objectives.

The link to all included courses is found here.

  • Addressing the Opioid Problem With Physical Therapy: Advocacy, Education, and Training
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.20 0.00

    (LMS-Opioid-Literacy) This course helps clinicians identify opioid-related risks, use naloxone appropriately, and apply non-opioid pain management approaches. Participants gain practical skills to improve patient safety and care quality. This course is available until 12/31/2026. (0.2 CEU / 2 contact hours)

    This course equips physical therapy professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to support safe pain management and respond to opioid-related situations in clinical settings. Participants will learn how to recognize signs of opioid use and overdose, distinguish overdose from cardiac arrest, understand when naloxone is indicated, and apply effective pain management alternatives and patient support strategies.

    Key Features

    • This course is available until 12/31/2026
    • Cost: 
      • $30 for PT, PTA, Post-Professional, and Student Members
      • $60 for Non-Members
    • Earn CEU: 0.2 (2 contact hours)

    Rebecca Stevens

    PT

    Norman Johnson

    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. 

  • Avoiding the Iatrogenic Effect: Optimizing Patient Education to Non-Specific Low Back Pain
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.10 0.00

    (LMS-VA-9) The JOSPT Low Back Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines clearly state “ that clinicians should not use patient education and counseling strategies that either directly or indirectly increase the perceived threat or fear associated with low back pain, such as education and counseling strategies that promote…in depth, pathoanatomical explanations for the specific cause of the patient’s low back pain.”

    The JOSPT Low Back Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines clearly state, “that clinicians should not use patient education and counseling strategies that either directly or indirectly increase the perceived threat or fear associated with low back pain, such as education and counseling strategies that promote…in depth, pathoanatomical explanations for the specific cause of the patient’s low back pain.” Unfortunately, many low back pain courses teach clinicians a biomedical approach in explaining low back pain symptoms which directly contradicts the clinical practice guidelines. This course will help clinicians educate low back pain patient to avoid iatrogenic effects and optimize outcomes.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Explain the importance of treating low back pain patients using a bio-psycho-social framework vs. a biomechanical approach
    2. Review the importance of reassurance and movement in the treatment and education of non-specific low back pain patients
    3. Cite two ways to avoid the iatrogenic effects in low back pain education
    4. Reframe the language used in radiographic findings for non-specific low back pain

    ​Samuel Park

    PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CMTPT

    Sam is a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist practicing in the outpatient orthopedic setting at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. He is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a degree from the University of Kansas. He has worked in the outpatient orthopedic setting and has considerable experience treating musculoskeletal pain. Sam is recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He has taught continuing education courses through the Medical College of Wisconsin , Ascension Healthcare System and the Midwest Orthopedic Sports Symposium.

    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. 

  • Bridging the Gap: Embedding Physical Therapists in Primary Care
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.10 0.00

    (LMS-VA-2) APTA and the Veteranʹs Administration have partnered, and this is one of the topics provided by the Veteranʹs Administration to our Members free of charge. In this course, you'll explore the role of PTs in primary care settings, the benefits and challenges of integrating PT services, and key considerations for those interested in pursuing this path.

    Primary care physical therapy is an emerging model that offers new opportunities to close gaps in musculoskeletal healthcare. In this course, you'll explore the role of PTs in primary care settings, the benefits and challenges of integrating PT services, and key considerations for those interested in pursuing this path. Gain insights into the skills, training, and professional qualities that make PTs successful in primary care environments. Contact the presenters at: Brandon.Peterson2@va.gov and Christopher.Rowedder@va.gov.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Understand the gap that exists in musculoskeletal healthcare
    2. Describe what the Primary Care physical therapy model is
    3. Explain the benefits of having PTs in Primary Care
    4. Recognize the challenges PTs will face in Primary Care
    5. Learn which PTs may be the best fit for Primary Care
    6. Review training recommendations for those interested in Primary 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. 

  • DEI: Diversity Climate: A Key for Successful Diversity Management in Physical Therapy Practice
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.20 0.00

    (DEI-Climate) This course explains how workplace culture influences the success of diversity efforts. Participants learn simple, practical strategies to create more inclusive and effective work environments. This course is available until 12/31/2026. (0.2 CEU / 2 contact hours)

    Organizations across the country are investing more time and resources into diversity efforts, but results vary widely. This course introduces physical therapy professionals to the concept of Diversity Climate and shows how it directly affects workplace culture, team performance, and inclusion, while offering practical ways to improve diversity efforts in everyday practice.

    Key Features

    • This course is available until 12/31/2026
    • Cost: 
      • Free for Members
      • $60 for Non-Members
    • Earn CEU: 0.2 (2 contact hours)

    Patrick McKay

    PhD

    Patrick F. McKay, PhD., is the Stanley and Franny Wang Professor of Human Resource Management in the Fox School of Business at Temple University. Dr. McKay received his Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology in 1999 from the University of Akron. He is a member of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Academy of Management and the Personnel/Human Resources Research Group. Dr. McKay has been recognized as a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology. His research interests include demographic disparities in worker outcomes, diversity, diversity climate, organizational demography, worker attitudes and retention, and job- and organizational-level performance. Dr. McKay has 39 in-press or peer-reviewed articles in respected publications such as the Journal of Applied Psychology, Journal of Management, Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, Organization Science, and Personnel Psychology, and has published 10 invited book chapters and/or journal articles. His research has received awards from the Academy of Management’s Gender and Diversity in Organizations Division including the 2007 Dorothy Harlow Distinguished Paper Award and the 2009 Saroj Parasuraman Outstanding Publication Award. Currently, Dr. McKay is a former Associate Editor for the Personnel Psychology and International Journal of Human Resource Management and currently serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of Applied Psychology and Personnel Psychology.

    Leython Williams

    PT, DPT, CMTPT

    Dr. Leython Williams is a facility manager for Athletico Physical therapy in Royal Oak, Michigan. He is a former Division 1 college football player and previously served as an affiliate physical therapist with the NFL’s Chicago Bears. He is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion in physical therapy as he currently serves as the chartering Chairmen of the Detroit, Michigan Chapter of the National Association of Black Physical Therapists and is the Co-Founder/Co-Chair of Athletico Physical Therapy’s Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Council.

    Bana Odeh

    SPT

    Bana Odeh, SPT is a third year DPT student at Wayne State University with a passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is a co-founder of the student organization Inclusivity, Diversity, and Equity in Action (IDEA) and serves on APTA Michigan’s DEI Committee. She is also the 2020 Centennial Scholar for APTA Michigan.

    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. 

  • DEI: You Don't Know Jack... Until You Understand His Culture: A Journey into Diversity Education
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.20 0.00

    (DEI-Diversity-Education) This course shows how to build and lead structured group programs that promote cultural awareness, open dialogue, and more equitable care in physical therapy settings. Participants learn practical methods for supporting diverse learners and improving care for underrepresented patient populations. This course is available until 12/31/2026. (0.2 CEU / 2 contact hours)

    This course teaches physical therapy professionals and students how to create and run organized discussion and learning groups like the CULTURE program that focus on cultural awareness, bias, and equitable patient care. Participants will learn how to design group activities, facilitate conversations about diversity and inclusion, support minority student engagement, and build structured opportunities for learning from diverse communities in academic and clinical settings.

    Key Features

    • This course is available until 12/31/2026
    • Cost: 
      • $30 for PT, PTA, Post-Professional, and Student Members
      • $60 for Non-Members
    • Earn CEU: 0.2 (2 contact hours)

    Samson Robinson

    SPT

    Lee Ann Eagler

    PT, DPT

    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. 

  • Defensible Documentation Part 1: Balancing Offense and Defense
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.20 0.00

    (LMS-Documentation-1) This is Part 1 of the Medicare Documentation series. You can purchase Part 2 here.

    This course will focus on compliant documentation utilizing the Medicare’ Documentation Requirements as published in the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual and the APTA Defensible Documentation. It will not only address specific content requirements but also the consequences of not complying with these regulations. Special attention will be afforded to effective drafting of Plans of Care, differentiating the evaluation from a progress report, the purpose of the treatment encounter note and ultimately how to document in a way that tells the ‘whole’ story without writing a book.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Explain the difference between the "evaluation in the initial examination with that" in the progress report

    2.Articulate when and how to use the "Delayed Plan of Care" provision

    3. Execute a compliant Treatment Encounter Note

    4. Capture relevant evaluative findings and document to justify skilled intervention

    5. Identify documentation deficiencies that lead to denials, refunds, and/or sanctions


    You can purchase Part 2 here.

    Mary Daulong

    PT, CHC, CHP

    Mary Daulong, PT, CHC, CHP, is owner of Business & Clinical Management Services Inc, providing consultation for small- to medium-sized private practices and billing companies. For 2 decades she has guided private practitioners, rehab agencies, and therapy-specific billing companies through the maze of health care regulatory change. Daulong earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch, SAHS, has master’s-level business management education, and has over 1,500 hours of postgraduate education in health care-related matters. She is certified in health care compliance and is credentialed by the HIPAA Academy as a HIPAA privacy professional. Her past career includes self-employment as a private practitioner, and senior and mid-management employment in diverse settings, and she has specific expertise in health care regulation including OIG guidance; Medicare payment, documentation, and coverage regulations; OSHA; ADA; Department of Labor; HIPAA/HITECH; professional practice regulatory compliance; and operational integration

    Daulong has been recognized by her profession and community, regularly speaking in both national and state venues. She has been honored by academic institutions, state agencies, and professional, community, and civic associations as well as by her peers, and she continues to be an active volunteer in her professional associations.

    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. 

  • Defensible Documentation Part 2: If You were the Auditor
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.20 0.00

    (LMS-Documentation-2) This is Part 2 of the Medicare Documentation series.

     You can purchase Part 1 here.

    This course will continue the discussion on compliant documentation utilizing Medicare’ Documentation Requirements as published in the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual. It will, not only, address specific content requirements but also the consequences of not complying with these regulations. Special attention will be afforded to effective drafting of Plans of Care, differentiating the goals of an evaluation and progress report’s assessment, the purpose of the treatment encounter note and ultimately how to document in a way that tells the ‘whole’ story without writing a book.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Explain the difference between the "evaluation in the initial examination with that" in the progress report

    2.Articulate when and how to use the "Delayed Plan of Care" provision

    3. Execute a compliant Treatment Encounter Note

    4. Capture relevant evaluative findings and document to justify skilled intervention

    5. Identify documentation deficiencies that lead to denials, refunds, and/or sanctions

      

    Mary Daulong

    PT, CHC, CHP

    Mary Daulong, PT, CHC, CHP, is owner of Business & Clinical Management Services Inc, providing consultation for small- to medium-sized private practices and billing companies. For 2 decades she has guided private practitioners, rehab agencies, and therapy-specific billing companies through the maze of health care regulatory change. Daulong earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch, SAHS, has master’s-level business management education, and has over 1,500 hours of postgraduate education in health care-related matters. She is certified in health care compliance and is credentialed by the HIPAA Academy as a HIPAA privacy professional. Her past career includes self-employment as a private practitioner, and senior and mid-management employment in diverse settings, and she has specific expertise in health care regulation including OIG guidance; Medicare payment, documentation, and coverage regulations; OSHA; ADA; Department of Labor; HIPAA/HITECH; professional practice regulatory compliance; and operational integration

    Daulong has been recognized by her profession and community, regularly speaking in both national and state venues. She has been honored by academic institutions, state agencies, and professional, community, and civic associations as well as by her peers, and she continues to be an active volunteer in her professional associations.

    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. 

  • Defensible Documentation: A Framework for Physical Therapy Documentation
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.20 0.00

    (LMS-Documentation-3) Develop efficient documentation strategies for diverse practice settings and patient populations in this 90-minute asynchronous webinar. Grounded in the ICF framework, this session aligns with APTA and Medicare standards, offering practical examples and interactive practice. (0.2 CEU = 2 contact hours)

    Enhance your documentation proficiency with strategies applicable across diverse practice settings and patient populations. Grounded in the ICF framework, this session facilitates clinical decision-making and optimizes patient outcomes. Participants will learn to align documentation practices with APTA’s Guidelines and Medicare standards, encompassing initial evaluations, daily notes, and progress reports. The session includes real-world examples, making it an essential resource for professional development.

    Key Features

    • Cost: Free for members; $99 for non-members
    • Format: 90-minute asynchronous webinar recording
      • Notice to Learners: The handouts for this course can be found in the resources tab.
    • Earn CEU: Offers 0.2 CEU (2 contact hours)

    Join us to elevate your documentation skills and advance your clinical practice.

    Lori Quinn

    PT, EdD

    Lori Quinn, PT, EdD is associate professor in the Department of Biobehavioral Sciences, Teachers College, Columbia University, in New York, New York. Her research has focused on developing evidence and guidelines for physical therapy interventions in neurodegenerative diseases, and in particular, for people with Huntington’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. She has developed treatment-based classifications for individuals with Huntington’s disease, and has coauthored several papers related to developing classifications to guide interventions. In addition to her work in neurodegenerative diseases, she is coauthor of Documentation for Rehabilitation: A Guide to Clinical Decision Making in Physical Therapy, currently in its third edition. The textbook places a strong emphasis on diagnosis by physical therapists, and using documentation to guide effective clinical management.

    Julie Fineman

    PT, EdM

    Julie Fineman, PT, EdM is the Director of Clinical Education and Clinical Assistant Professor for Marist College’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Julie is a physical therapist with over 30 years experience in a variety of practice settings including in-patient, out-patient and home care. Prior to joining Marist, Julie was an Assistant Professor in the Physical Therapy Programs at Stony Brook University, New York Medical College and Dominican College. She received her BS in Physical Therapy from University of Delaware and her MA and EdM degrees in Motor Learning & Control from Teacher’s College, Columbia University. Julie is a chapter author of the textbook: Documentation for rehabilitation: a guide to clinical decision making in physical therapy. She is currently pursuing her EdD degree with research investigating skill acquisition and dual task paradigms in individuals with Parkinson’s disease.

    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. 

  • Functional Medicine: A Foundational Support for Physical Therapy Practice
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.20 0.00

    (LMS-FunctionalMed-1) This is Part 1 of a 2-part series on Functional Medicine.

    This is Part 1 of a 2-part series on Functional Medicine. Check out Part 2

    This course will educate the audience about what is Functional Medicine and how Functional Medicine principles can be implemented in physical therapy clinical practice. Functional Medicine is a holistic approach to recovering from debilitating conditions, such as progressive neuromuscular conditions, by addressing the root cause of illness and health promotion through supportive diet and lifestyle choices. This course will educate the audience about what is Functional Medicine and how Functional Medicine principles can be implemented in physical therapy clinical practice.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Explain the benefits of applying Functional Medicine principles to support a patient receiving physical therapy services.

    2. Apply a systems biology approach to promote health.

    3. Have an awareness and basic understanding of the Functional Medicine timeline and matrix.

    4. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of modifiable lifestyle factors that can be used to support health and healing.

    5. Discuss simple, practical ways to support natural detoxification pathways.

    6. Identify resources that will help patients address the root cause of disease.

    Donna DeSanto

    PT, MS

    Donna DeSanto Ott is a pediatric physical therapist practicing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is currently a physical therapy doctoral student at Arcadia University and has a strong interest in environmental medicine. She is certified by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA), a collaborative of the Institute for Functional Medicine, and by Epidemic Answers, through which she provides health coaching.

    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. 

  • Integrative Lifestyle Medicine for Disease Management
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    CEU Certificate Medical CEU 0.20 0.00

    (LMS-IntegrativeMed) This course teaches clinicians how to use lifestyle medicine strategies to support disease prevention and patient recovery. Participants gain practical, evidence-based tools to promote long-term health and wellness. This course is available until 12/31/2026. (0.2 CEU / 2 contact hours)

    This course introduces physical therapy professionals to integrative and lifestyle medicine strategies that support disease prevention, recovery, and long-term health. Participants will learn evidence-based approaches related to exercise, sleep, stress management, nutrition, substance use prevention, and healthy habit formation to help patients improve outcomes and overall wellness.

    Key Features

    • This course is available until 12/31/2026
    • Cost: 
      • $60 for PT, PTA, Post-Professional, and Student Members
      • $100 for Non-Members
    • CEU: Earn 0.2 CEUs

    Ziya Altug

    PT, DPT, MS

    Ziya “Z” Altug, PT, DPT, MS, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. He has 32 years of clinical experience in treating musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Z received a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Pittsburgh and his DPT from the College of St. Scholastica. Prior to entering physical therapy, he obtained a master’s degree in sport and exercise studies and a bachelor’s degree in physical education from West Virginia University. He has been a longstanding member of the APTA for the past 29 years and a recent member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Z uses integrative and lifestyle medicine to help his patients and clients recover and heal. He treats patients privately in Los Angeles and is a continuing education instructor for several online education companies.

    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.