Sixth Annual CP Course: Rehabilitation Milestones Across the Lifespan
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Early bird rate $400 through March 27, 2025. After, $450.
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DESCRIPTION
Join us as we follow two patients diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy (CP) through the course of their rehabilitation journey from birth through adulthood, offering an evidence-based approach to understanding and supporting individuals with CP at every stage of life. On day one, we will follow an individual with a spastic hemiplegic presentation, and on day two, we will follow an individual with a spastic quadriplegic presentation tracking both their journeys from initial diagnosis and early intervention, through school and into adulthood. Key moments in time will be discussed related to medical intervention as well as transitions exploring the physical, cognitive, emotional and social aspects of CP across the lifespan. Participants will gain a detailed understanding of the differences between the classifications of CP as well as the relevant evidence-based assessments and interventions that can be used to inform client-centered care. Emphasis will be placed on how the condition evolves as individuals age, with a focus on developmental milestones, motor skills, communication and adaptive functioning in children, adolescents and adults with CP. The course will also explore the importance of early diagnosis, multidisciplinary intervention and family-centered care, as well as address the unique needs of aging adults with CP who may face new health challenges over time.
FEATURED FACULTY
Elaine Owen, MBE, MSc, SRP, MCSP, Physical Therapist, United Kingdom
Brian Hoare, BOT, PhD, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Monash Children’s Hospital, Melbourne AUS; Managing Director, CPteaching & CPtoys
For full faculty listing and disclosures, see brochure
DATES & LOCATION
This course is offered virtually and will be held on July 24th and 25th between the hours of 8:30 am & 4:30 pm Central US Time. We will use Zoom, an online meeting platform for the live sessions, and all learning materials will be shared in the Academy Learning Portal.
AUDIENCE
Advanced Practice Provider (APNs and PAs), Nurses (outpatient and inpatient), Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Orthotic Assistants, Orthotic Technicians, Orthotists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physicians (including residents and fellows), Physiatrists, Orthopedics, Neurologists, Pediatricians and Family Medicine Specialists, Social Workers and Speech-Language Pathologists.
See complete accreditation details in the Continuing Education section below.
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
To successfully complete this course, you must attend and participate on both live dates, submit attendance codes in the Academy Learning Portal and complete an online evaluation of the program by July 31, 2025. Learners will have access to the course materials for review until October 23, 2025.
LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify differences in the rehabilitative support and timeliness of interventions for individuals for cerebral palsy based on clinical presentation between the two days of the course
- Explain the importance of community-based programming for individuals with Cerebral Palsy to improve quality of life, health and participation
- Explain the importance of supine positioning needs for individuals at risk for developing contractures
- Describe the benefits of early intervention therapy and which assessment/interventions to emphasize depending on clinical presentation
- Identify options for spasticity management based on clinical presentation and proposed timeline in their plan of care
- Describe two ways to communicate effectively with parents who are caring for a child with complex needs
- Discuss the importance of transitional care to adulthood for an individual with cerebral palsy to ensure ongoing quality of life
DAY ONE MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS
During checkout you will be asked to select a breakout session for the morning of day one. See course brochure for descriptions of each session.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT
Early Intervention: Check back soon
Nursing:
The Shirley Ryan 香港六合彩即时开奖 is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This CNE is being offered for 13.5 contact hours of continuing nursing education.
Occupational Therapy:
Shirley Ryan 香港六合彩即时开奖 is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 11412. This distance learning- interactive course is offered at 13.5 contact hours, 1.35 CEUs [intermediate level, foundational knowledge/OT service delivery]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.Orthotics: Check back soon.
Physician:
The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago DBA Shirley Ryan 香港六合彩即时开奖 is accredited by the Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago DBA Shirley Ryan 香港六合彩即时开奖 designates this live activity for a maximum of 13.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)?. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Physical Therapy:
This course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 13.5 contact hours. Approval #216-000069
The Shirley Ryan 香港六合彩即时开奖 is recognized by the California and New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education. This course has been approved for 13.5 contact hours on 12/19/2024.
Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.
Speech-Language Pathology: