Description

 

Course Format: Text - including diagrams & picture references. 

This introductory level e-course is intended for physical and occupational therapists. This e-course provides a unique perspective on rehabilitation by merging cognitive rehabilitation interventions with motor learning theories. Included are practical application strategies aimed at improving the functional independence of cognitively impaired patients. The format includes theoretical information applied to cognitive, mobility, and self-care scenarios through everyday clinical case examples.

 

This e-course is offered for AOTA credit.

 
**This e-course is NOT approved for ASHA CEUs.**

 

Please note:  This eCourse is set up to be flexible to accomodate all schedules.  You do not have to complete this program in one sitting.  You can access the course materials as many times as you need to in order to complete all the sections. 

Course Objectives

At e-course conclusion, participants will be able to:

1. Discuss traditional and contemporary cognitive rehabilitation techniques.
2. Apply, successfully, motor learning theory to patients with cognitive impairments.
3. Develop individualized programs—from evaluation to treatment—for cognitively impaired clients.
4. Discuss practical applications for overcoming the three largest barriers to learning: attention, memory and awareness.

A score of 80% or better must be received on the post-test in order to
receive a certificate of completion.

Author Profile

Mike Studer, PT, MHS, NCS, received his physical therapy degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1991 and his MHS degree from the University of Indianapolis. He is board certified as a Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy by the APTA. He currently works for Salem Hospital, Salem, Oregon, where he specializes in neurologically impaired clients. Mr. Studer has presented many courses on cognitive processing and has published an article on the subject in PT Magazine. He is a guest lecturer at Pacific University in Oregon and The University of Missouri on the topics of motor control, motor learning and cognitive impairment.

Location & Lodging

 

Intended Audience

• PTA
• PT
• OT

Accreditation

AOTA: Approved Provider of Continuing Education by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. #4095.
The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.