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Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy
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Annual Academy Member Needs Assessment Survey: We Want to Hear from YOU
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APPT wants to have the best evidence available to help us make decisions for our membership at the annual Strategic Planning Meeting. Your thoughtful input on this Member Survey will help provide that critical evidence, so we can most effectively address the issues and challenges facing our profession, better serve our membership, and ultimately improve the services we provide to children and families. Last year, 2% of Academy members completed the survey and determined the direction of the Academy for the year - the survey should take no more than 5 minutes to complete. Thank you for your participation! The survey will remain open through July 15.
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Announcing Draft Slate for Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy 2017
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The Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy is pleased to announce the draft slate for the fall 2016 elections:
President: Cindy Miles, Mary Jane Rapport
Region II Director: Katie Laubscher
Region IV Director: Karen Gage Bensley, Jamie Greco
Region V Director: Connie Johnson, Mary Swiggum
Nominating Committee member: Cheryl Jabara, Amber Lancaster
If you would be interested in running for Region II Director, please contact Nominating Committee Chair Laura Case . Elections (including candidate bios and statements) will open October 1 and close November 15.
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IV STEP 2016: Advance Registration Closes June 27
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The pediatric and neurology academies are excited to host IV STEP (July 14-19, 2016) in Columbus, Ohio! There may be limited onsite registration, but for the best rates, register by June 27.
Also, as part of IV STEP, the group will be having a fun evening event at the Columbus Zoo, one of the top 10 zoos in the country. The afternoon/evening event includes transportation, park admission, appetizers, dinner, networking, and special animal encounters. Visit the Columbus Zoo website. The cost is $100. Registration for the zoo event must be done by June 27 - there will be no onsite registration for this event. You can sign up for the zoo party when you register for IV STEP or add it to your existing registration by calling 800-999-2782, ext 3210.
Information about the conference, including registration, housing, and session details, is posted on the IV STEP website. We hope to see you there!
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Innovations in School-Based Practice Course: Advance Registration Closes June 30
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The Innovations in School-Based Practice Course will be held July 29-30 in Milwaukee, WI. 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/Innovations page.
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Call for Proposals: Development of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Due June 30
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The Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy (APPT) is supporting the development of systematic reviews (SRs) and meta-analyses (MAs) as a service to its members. A fund of $3000 has been made available to support the development of SRs and MAs that can facilitate the translation of research into practice by summarizing the current state of knowledge. SRs synthesize the evidence and identify gaps in the research with regard to clinical questions. MAs use statistical methods to evaluate outcomes across studies. They are the foundation of clinical practice guidelines, but may be more appropriate as evidence products when the literature is sparse or there is uncertainty about the results. To find out more or submit an application, visit www.pediatricapta.org under Section News.
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FPT Accepting Pediatric Research Grant Applications through August 3
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The Foundation for Physical Therapy is now accepting Pediatric Research Grant applications. Application details can be found on the Foundation's Research Grant page.
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2016 Measuring Outcomes of Pediatric Physical Therapy
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2016 Measuring Outcomes of Pediatric Physical Therapy (dates: September 6, 2016 - December 15, 2016). This intense, fast paced 14- week course offers the right mix of lectures, collaboration, and flexibility. Benefit from 4 self-paced learning modules plus live instructor and facilitator-led online case-based discussions. With deadlines for each module, and structured assignments with due dates, this course will keep you interested and on track. Participation in this course engages you in an online community of practice, where you will share resources and successes, discuss challenges of learning and applying course information, develop knowledge translation strategies, and more. Seize the opportunity to share, challenge, learn, and apply best-practices to benefit you, your profession, and your patients. Some of the content this course will cover:
- Selecting appropriate tests and measures for diagnostic, prognostic, and evaluative purposes
- Administering and interpreting pediatric tests and measures
- Creating a knowledge translation plan
- Application of course information to your work setting
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Pediatric Oncology SIG Resources through the Oncology Section
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Feedback Needed on PT Resident Competencies by June 30
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The Residency Competency Work Group of the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE) seeks input on its drafted core competencies and critical behaviors being recommended for physical therapist residency education. In addition, the work group has created an evaluation instrument to facilitate program evaluation of these competencies within their residents. A full description of the background for this project is included within the document, Core Competencies of a Physical Therapist Resident. Please visit the ABPTRFE website for detailed information and a link to the survey.
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Become a Board Certified Clinical Specialist!
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The American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) is now accepting applications for the 2017 Pediatric initial certification exam cycle. Access to the online application and candidate materials are available through the ABPTS website. The application deadline for Specialist Certification in Pediatric is July 31, 2016. For more information, contact the Specialist Certification Program at 800/999-2782, ext. 8520; or spec-cert@apta.org.
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NEPDC 2016 Target Challenge
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NEPDC and the Center for Translation of Rehabilitation of Engineering Advances and Technology (TREAT) are pleased to announce pediatric rehabilitation as the 2016 Target Challenge. NEPDC and TREAT, in partnership with the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) and the Foundation for Physical Therapy, invite grant proposals for the development of novel technologies and improvements to existing technologies with clear potential for commercialization that can be used for pediatric rehabilitation. Click here for the RFP and more information. Abstracts are due by July 8.
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SoPAC 2016: Early-Bird Attendee Registration Deadline Is August 1
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We're getting geared up for the upcoming Section on Pediatrics Annual Conference ( www.sopac.us)! (Note that SoPAC will become APPTAC, Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Annual Conference, in 2017 and will have a new website domain name.) SoPAC 2016 will be held November 11-13 at Keystone Resort, CO.
- Attendee Early-Bird Registration Through August 1: You can register online with a credit card or mail in the paper registration form with a check.
- Practice Fair Applications Due July 15: The Practice Fair is a platform to allow practicing clinicians to share ideas and information about clinical practice with their peers. You are invited to share your creative interventions, strategies, activities, innovative programs, adaptations/modifications, and specialized use of equipment, toys, and materials. Presenters may share knowledge using handouts, video, pictures, or examples/samples.
- Family of Four Applications Due August 1: Free trip to Keystone for a family and free SoPAC registration for you! Applicants must be referred by a PT, PTA, SPT, SPTA who is a member of the Section on Pediatrics of APTA. Applicants must be between the ages of 3 and 21 and have a developmental delay or an impairment.
- Exhibitor Registration Open: Register today to secure your spot in the SoPAC Exhibit Hall and access to more than 600 pediatric physical therapy providers (90% of them practicing PTs!).
- SoPAC Attendance Scholarship for Students & New Professionals Due August 1: Apply today!
And there is new info being posted all the time! To get you excited, here is the reason #8 of the top 10 reasons to attend SoPAC:
8. Goodbye, Section on Pediatrics Annual Conference - Hello, Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Annual Conference! The Section on Pediatrics has changed its name to the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy. That means the conference name will be changing in 2017, so this is your last chance to get any SoPAC merchandise and memorabilia!
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Register Now for 18th Annual Advanced Clinical Practice in Pediatric Physical Therapy Course
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The ACP in Pediatrics Course will be held September 23-25, 2016, in Atlanta, GA. This 2.5-day in-person course is geared toward advanced practice and is intended for experienced pediatric physical therapists who have a strong desire to investigate current theories and evidence-based practice across settings. Physical therapists who are considering taking the ABPTS examination are particularly encouraged to participate as part of their review. For more information or to register, visit the Section's Professional Development/ACP page. Advance Registration is available through August 31.
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Surveys by and for Academy Members
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Advertising
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Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy, Inc
Cindy Sliwa, Executive Director
American Physical Therapy Association
1055 N Fairfax St, Ste 205
Alexandria, VA 22314
Acedemy of Pediatric Physical Therapy members are automatically members of the International Organisation of Physical Therapists in Paediatrics (IOPTP) of the World Confederation of Physical Therapists (WCPT). For more information on IOPTP and WCPT, visit www.wcpt.org/ioptp.
Interested in getting more involved? Visit the Academy's Volunteer Page to find out how!
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