We are happy to present 4 webinars tackling positioning assessment and interventions for children and youth with complex/multiple disabilities, from three leading experts in our area of practice, Pam, Lori, and Joanne

• • • • Webinar 1: Promoting Daytime Function with a 24-Hour Postural Care Plan with Pamela Cummings, M.Ed., PT
      • Webinar 2: 3 Key Steps for a Comprehensive Seating Assessment with Pamela Cummings, M.Ed., PT 
      • Webinar 3: 5 Action Items for a Successful Standing Program with Lori Potts, PT
      • Webinar 4: Caring for Wheelchair and Other Seating Devices in the School with Joanne Bundonis, PT, ABPTS Board certified PCS, ATP/SMS, C/NDT

Interested in this bundle, but you have already watched an included webinar? Email carlo@applyebp.com so we can assist you.

Pamela Cummings, M.Ed., PT has over 30 years of experience in various areas of pediatric physical therapy: school-based, home-based, perinatal care, NICU, PICU, inpatient, and clinic-based.   She is the Director and PT Consultant for the I-Team Early Intervention Project and the 24-Hour Postural Care Project, supporting local providers in their work with children and young adults with motor disorders.  Both projects use a technical assistance and training model and are housed at the Center on Disability and Community Inclusion at the University of Vermont.

Lori Potts, PT obtained her PT degree at Upstate Medical University College of Health Professions in 1995. She is a certified MOVE International Trainer (Mobility Opportunities Via Education). She currently works at Esopus Medical, PC with pediatric and adult clients. Since 2005, Lori has worked with Rifton, consulting for product design and providing resources for consumer and client education.

Joanne Bundonis, PT, PCS, ATP/SMS, C/NDT is head of physical therapy at 1st Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey. She is certified as a pediatric specialist from ABPTS since 2001. Joanne is certified as an Assistive Technology Practitioner from RESNA since 2003 and as a Seating and Mobility Specialist in 2024. Joanne is a certified Neurodevelopmental Treatment provider since 2002 as well She was a trainer for Mobility Research on their Litegait products and created numerous pediatric home study courses. Joanne is published on Transition Care in CP, Benefits of Early Mobility and Pediatric Strength Training.

Disclosures: Pam, Lori and Joanne receive speaking fees from Apply EBP, LLC. They have no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose. Lori is a product and training specialist with Rifton. Her seminar will focus on the implementation of pediatric adaptive standing programs; it will not promote Rifton or any other durable medical equipment companies.

At the completion of the course, you are expected to:

1. 1. 1. Determine 2 ways a 24-Hour Postural Care supports daytime function and participation at home, in school, and in the community
      2. Identify 2 assessment tools for measuring outcomes in 24-Hour Postural Care
      3. Determine 3 considerations for choosing adapted equipment that matches the client’s needs
         Identify 3 strategies for effective implementation of 24-Hour Postural Care
      4. Determine 3 impacts of proper positioning on a child or youth’s function and participation in school, at home, or in the community
      5. Differentiate between the role of a current seating assessment and a mat assessment in the comprehensive evaluation process
      6. Apply three strategies from the comprehensive seating assessment steps to a case study of a child or youth with complex disabilities.
      7. Identify 3 benefits of adaptive standing for children with disabilities
      8. Determine 3 considerations for optimizing outcomes of adaptive standing programs for children with disabilities
      9. Apply 3 action items for a successful adaptive standing program on a given case study of a child with physical disabilities
      10. Determine 3 considerations when deciding whether it is appropriate to address an equipment issue or not
      11. Identify the 3 keys to equipment readiness for use when participating in school or in the community
      12. Apply 3 strategies for caring for the equipment on given case studies of children or adults with disabilities

Webinar 1: 1.5 hours of lecture

• • • 24-Hour Postural Care & Why It Matters
    • The 24-Hour Postural Care Pathway
      • Identify
      • Measure
      • Equip
      • Implement
      • Monitor
    • Case Study

Webinar 2: 1.5 hours of lecture

• • • Importance of Proper Positioning
    • Essential Anatomy & Biomechanics for Seating
    • 3 Keys of a Comprehensive Seating Assessment
    • Case Study Application
    • Letter of Medical or Educational Necessity

Webinar 3: 1.5 hours of lecture

• • • Standing: One Part of the Whole
    • 5 Considerations and Action Items
      • Is Standing Passive?
      • Trunk Control
      • Postural Care
      • Sit-to-Stand
      • Participation!
    • 3 Case Studies:  Elementary, Early Intervention, and High School

Webinar 4: 1.5 hours of lecture

• • • Should I Fix It? Traffic Light Decision-making
    • 3 Keys to Equipment Readiness
      • Comprehensive Seating Equipment Checklist
      • Other Adaptive Equipment: Seating, Standing & Walking
    • Calling for Repair
    • Case Studies

Post-tests: 10-item multiple choice. 70% correct answers required to receive a certificate for each webinar.

A Total of 6 Hours of CE training

Bundle Price: $195 for 60-day access to watch and re-watch

Payment Options

• • Pay via Credit Card or PayPal: You are registered instantly!
  • Pay via Purchase Order: Email vicki@applyebp.com

Cancellation Policy

There is no cancellation once webinar is purchased. You will have access to this course for 1 year. If the webinar becomes unavailable before the learner has had access, Apply EBP, LLC will refund the full amount to the learner. Please email or call us if you have any questions.

Accommodations Request

Please email or call us before registering for the course with any questions or requests for accommodations. We will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations.

Complaints Resolution

We welcome all feedback. Please email or call us if you have any complaints so that we may work with you towards a resolution.

Contact Info:

Carlo Vialu

carlo@applyebp.com

646-269-9039

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 Symposium Price: 12 Webinars for $195

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