Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy, APTA 
 School-based Physical Therapy SIG Update
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May 6, 2016

 

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Learning Opportunity for School SIG Members
Speaker: Dr. Cindy Dodds, PT, PhD, PCS
Date: May 18, 2016
Time: Start 8:30 pm EST
Topic: Assessment and Measurement of Individuals with Severe and Complex Disability
Description: This learning session will briefly discuss models of care for children with medical complexity. Assessments across the ICF will be reviewed during the session with additional materials and resources available online. Applications of goal attainment scaling for children with medical complexity will be presented and modeled by means of a case example. This is a great learning opportunity, but no CEUs will be provided for this course.
Link to the meeting: https://www.anymeeting.com / 738-711-645  
Dial-in Number:
323-920-0091
Attendee PIN:
327 4323#
Meeting ID:
4529573

Thank you, and we look forward to the meeting!
 
School SIG Leadership

Other Upcoming School-based Continuing Education Opportunities
* Register Now for Innovations in School-Based Practice Course
 
The Innovations in School-Based Practice Course will be held July 29-30 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This in-person course will highlight advanced practice issues as well as foundational information. The sessions will provide information on decision making and the delivery of physical therapy services to support the educational program for all students with disabilities. Nationally recognized speakers will address federal laws, the provision of school-based physical therapy services, and innovations in practice.) For more information or to register, visit the Section's Professional Development page. Advance Registration is available through June 30.
 
* Register Now for Online Course Through the Learning Center: Register Now for Laws & Policies of School-based Physical Therapy (8-week Learning Path, June 20-August 15, 2016)
 
Do you work with kids in a school-based setting? If so, you'll want to take this excellent cohort class. This is a unique opportunity to work in a personalized learning environment with our experts Mary Jane K Rapport, PT, DPT, PhD, FAPTA, and Amy Barr, PT, DPT. They will guide you through the nuts and bolts of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and teach you about eligibility, service delivery, development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and the role of physical therapy as a related service. This course is designed specifically for school-based physical therapists that want a high-quality learning experience. Our fast-paced course includes 4 self-directed learning modules, instructor-led discussion board, 5 required synchronous virtual meetings, and narrated presentations. Join a community of passionate professionals who will be learning how to implement new ideas into their school-based practices with you. Learn more, and then register as soon as you can - space is limited and this course sold out quickly in the past. Please register no later than June 1, 2016, to ensure your textbook arrives before this informative course begins. The course will be $459 for Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Members and will provide 1.7 CEUs.
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Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy, APTA
1055 N Fairfax St, Suite 205
Alexandria, VA 22314
800/765-7848, ext 7109
SIG Leadership
 
Laurie Ray, PT, PhD, Chair
Tracy Stoner, PT, DPT, PCS, Vice Chair
Brett King, PT, DPT, Secretart

Upcoming Events

IV STEP (July 14-19, 2016, Columbus, OH)  

 

Innovations in School-Based Physical Therapy Practice (July 29-30, 2016; Milwaukee, WI)

Advanced Clinical Practice in Pediatrics (September 23-25, 2016; Atlanta, GA)
 
Section on Pediatrics Annual Conference (SoPAC) (November 11-13, 2016; Keystone Resort, CO)

Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy, APTA | 1055 N Fairfax St, Suite 205 | Alexandria | VA | 22314