This course is part of the Primary Care Certificate. Upon completion of all 6 courses, you will claim your CE credits for the Certificate. 

Delve into the evolving role of physical therapy in primary care settings, exploring what primary care physical therapy entails, the unique benefits PTs offer, effective advocacy strategies, ways to overcome barriers to care, and more.

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the importance of optimizing clinical decision-making as a physical therapist.
2. Identify self-assessment tools a physical therapist can use to identify areas of improvement as a part of a professional development plan.
3. Explore tools and resources physical therapists can use to address areas of improvement to enhance clinical practice.

Topics:

• Defining primary care physical therapy 
• Overcoming barriers of care
• Creating value and positive physician impressions
• Understanding your scope of practice
• Patient management strategies
• The role of socioenvironmental factors in a primary care setting

0.1 CEU/ 1 Contact Hour

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 part of the Primary Care Certificate. Upon completion of all 6 courses, you will claim your CE credits for the Certificate. 

Moderator Bill Boissonnault, PT, DPT, DHSc, FAPTA and a panel of experienced physical therapists discuss the evolving roles of PTs in primary care settings. Panelists will explore their unique experiences in community care clinics, the Veteran's Affairs Health Administration Integrated program, University clinics, rural health centers, and private practices.

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the common models of care for primary care physical therapy.
2. Identify the unique challenges and opportunities in different practice settings.
3. Explore strategies for integrating physical therapy into diverse primary care models.

0.2 CEU/ 2 Contact Hours

This course is part of the Primary Care Certificate. Upon completion of all 6 courses, you will claim your CE credits for the Certificate. 

This course explores the latest legislative updates and direct access initiatives that empower physical therapists in their communities. Learn about the distinctions between direct access and primary care, and effective communication strategies for working with payers.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the federal and state direct access regulations as they relate to the profession of physical therapy.
2. Describe the difference between primary care physical therapy and direct access.
3. Explore communication strategies when working with payers.

0.2 CEU/ 2 Contact Hours

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 part of the Primary Care Certificate. Upon completion of all 6 courses, you will claim your CE credits for the Certificate. 

This course focuses on community engagement and strategies to prevent injuries in everyday and athletic settings. Participants will explore the implementation of injury prevention programs, with a particular emphasis on engaging with communities and athletes.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the physical therapist’s role in promoting health and wellness.
2. Explore strategies for implementing injury prevention programs.

0.2 to 0.3 CEU / 2 to 3 Contact Hours

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 part of the Primary Care Certificate. Upon completion of all 6 courses, you will claim your CE credits for the Certificate. 

Dive into this dynamic course designed for physical therapists in primary care. You'll learn the key concepts of the annual physical therapy examination, learn to apply CDC guidelines for safe physical activity, and create personalized diet and nutrition plans. Explore modules on health promotion, effective communication strategies for motivating behavior change, and the impact of socioenvironmental factors on physical activity. 

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the components of the annual physical therapy examination using the best available evidence.
2. Explain the components of the ACSM Pre-Participation Screen.
3. Apply the CDC guidelines on safe physical activity to various patient populations.
4. Describe the common models of health promotion programs.
5. Understand effective communication strategies for motivating patients to modify behavior.
6. Apply communication strategies to motivate a patient to modify a behavior.
7. Understand how socioenvironmental factors influence physical activity and social participation.
8. Understand the role of nutrition in primary care physical therapy.
9. Describe nutritional assessment tools commonly used in the field.
10. Create and implement a diet and nutrition plan for a patient commonly seen in a primary care setting.

Course Details

• Module 1: The Annual PT Exam
  • Early detection for conditions like cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and falls
  • Annual PT exam procedures, including the ACSM Pre-Participation Screen and CDC guidelines
• Module 2: Health Promotion Programs
  • Models and examples of health promotion programs
• Module 3: Health Coaching
  • Communication strategies for motivating behavior change
• Module 4: Physical Activity and Social Participation
  • Influence of socioenvironmental factors
• Module 5: Diet and Nutrition
  • Nutritional assessment tools and diet plans

0.4 to 0.6 CEU / 4 to 6 Contact Hours

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 part of the Primary Care Certificate. Upon completion of all 6 courses, you will claim your CE credits for the Certificate. 

In this course, learners will sharpen their clinical decision-making skills for assessment strategies, diagnostic imaging, and differential diagnosis strategies for common conditions.

Learning Objectives

1. Formulate differential diagnoses of common physical therapy and non-physical therapy-related conditions using components of the physical therapy examination and evaluation.
2. Outline the expected physical therapy examination and evaluation findings for red flag and yellow flag conditions.
3. Understand the physical therapist’s role in diagnostic imaging for common physical therapy conditions.
4. Describe the general principles of pharmacology as they relate to clinical decision-making in physical therapy.
5. Identify the general drug classes, mechanisms of action, risk-benefit ratio, and implications on clinical decision-making and interventions.
6. Interpret diagnostic imaging and lab results.
7. Evaluate the indications for imaging and lab tests.
8. Describe communication strategies for discussing imaging and lab results with patients and other healthcare providers.
9. Understand the signs and symptoms of common physical therapy conditions.
10. Describe appropriate intervention techniques for common physical therapy conditions.

Course Details

• Module 1: Triage
  • Formulating differential diagnoses for common conditions
  • Recognizing red flag and yellow flag conditions
• Module 2: Sociovenironmental Factors in Clinical Decision-Making
  • Understand the role of socioenvironmental factors in clinical decision-making
• Module 3: Referrals for Imaging, Lab Tests, and Prescription Medication
  • Principles of pharmacology and their impact on clinical decision-making
  • Appropriate referrals for imaging, lab tests, and prescription medication
• Module 4: Clinical Decision-Making for Imaging, Lab Tests, and Prescription Medication
  • Appropriate interpretation of imaging and lab results 
• Module 5: Differential Diagnoses of Common Diagnoses in the Primary Care Clinic
  • Conducting a comprehensive physical therapy exam
  • Identifying signs, symptoms, and appropriate interventions for common conditions

1.0 CEU / 10 contact hours (Approved for Direct Access CEU in Pennsylvania)

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. 

CEU Certificate for completing the Primary Care 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.