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School-based: Laws and Regulations Bundle

4 Webinars for the Price of 3

In this bundle, you will learn from two experts in our area of school-based practice. Jen and Laurie will walk you through the different laws and regulations that impact school-based practice, so we can become more effective in communicating our role as therapists and decision-making in the schools.

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

Laurie Ray, MPT, PhD has over 17 years of experience in school-based practice and is a state-level PT consultant for public schools. She is a co-author and co-publisher of www.SeekFreaks.com, an evidence-based online resource for pediatric PTs, OTs, and SLPs. She also consults for Medicaid and Adapted Physical Education for her state and is an Associate Professor at UNC-Chapel Hill.

 

Jennifer Wissinger, PT, DPT, PCS serves early intervention and preschool children in Columbus, OH. She is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric PT with over 15 years of experience practicing in public schools (preschool through high school), county board of developmental disability programs for adults, home health care, and early intervention. She enjoys engaging learners of all levels to use evidence and to work collaboratively in teams to serve children and their families.

 

Disclosures: Laurie and Jenreceive speaking fees from Apply EBP, LLC. They have no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose. 

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

    1. Apply two concepts in determining special education eligibility for a child with a disability in a case scenario
    2. Determine the appropriate application of the concept of “least restrictive environment” (LRE) for the provision of related services for a child in a case scenario
    3. Identify 2 ways to apply therapy expertise to optimizing function for a child with a disability in school
    4. Identify 2 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) audit standards for provision of school-based services for students with disabilities
    5. Select 2 ways documentation can support clinical reasoning for therapy services that promote students’ access and participation in their education
    6. Determine 2 strategies to ensure that a therapist’s documentation and/or Plan of Care supports medical necessity for reimbursement
    7. Identify 2 differences between IDEA and Section 504
    8. Determine 2 considerations for providing services under Section 504
    9. Determine 2 proactive strategies to comply with FERPA
    10. Identify 2 differences between Supplementary Aids/Services and Specially Designed Instruction
    11. Select 2 areas of overlap and 2 distinct differences between Adapted Physical Education and Related Services
    12. Determine 2 collaborative practices between APE and Related Services that are appropriate for promoting play and leisure, health and wellness of students with disabilities

Webinar 1: 1.5 hours of lecture

    • Determining Special Education Eligibility for a Child
    • Least Restrictive Placement for Children with Disabilities
    • Approaches to Optimizing Function in the School

Webinar 2: 1.5 hours of lecture

    • Introduction: Medicaid and Education?
    • Ethical Practice
    • Medical Necessity
    • Lessons Learned from Audits
    • Documentation Strategies

Webinar 3: 1.5 hours of lecture

    • Section 504 (and ADA) vs. IDEA
    • FERPA vs. HIPAA
    • Application in School-based Practice

Webinar 4: 1.5 hours of lecture

    • The Importance of APE
    • IDEA, State and Local Policy
    • APE Service Provision and Collaboration with Related Services
    • Eligibility and IEP Development for APE

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

 

For OTs and OTAs

    • Apply EBP, LLC is an AOTA-approved provider of CEUs. You will receive 0.15 AOTA CEUs for each webinar completed, for a total of 0.6 CEUs (see imprimatur below for details).

    • These OT state boards accept approval by AOTA, other state boards or associations: AL, AK, AR, DE, DC, FL, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OR, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, and WI.
    • These states do not require pre-approval of courses or have no CE requirements for OTs and OTAs: AZ, CA, CO, CT, GA, HI, ID, IA, KS, ME, MA, NE, NJ, UT, WA, WV and WY.

For PTs and PTAs

    • Apply EBP, LLC is an approved provider of CEUs for PTs and PTAs in IL, NY  and TX (APS #: 2403055TX)
    • The webinars in this bundle are approved for PTs and PTAs in AR, CA, NM (through 8/15/22) and OK (through 12/31/21).
    • This bundle is approved for PTs and PTAs in MD for 0.6 CEUs (email vicki@applyebp.com after you complete all 4 courses for your MD-specific certificate).
    • These PT state boards accept approval by other states boards, other state associations, or AOTA: AK, AZ, DE, FL, HI, IN, KY, MI, MT, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, UT, VT, VA, WI, WY and DC.
    • These states do not require pre-approval of courses or have no CE requirements for PTs and PTAs: AL, CO, CT, GA, IA, ME, MA, MO, NE, NH and WA.

For Teachers

    • Apply EBP is an approved sponsor of CTLE for educators in New York State (#23827)

If you would like to obtain CEUs for another state, please email carlo@applyebp.com.

 

Learners must watch the video and complete course requirements, including scoring 70% or higher in the post-test to receive a certificate. Three (3) post-test retakes are allowed; if you exceed this limit, please email carlo@applyebp.com.

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 at least 60 days. 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

Or you may want to take an On-Demand Symposium: The Well-Equipped Therapist 1! OT and PT Tracks

 


 

Symposium Price: 9 Webinars for the Price of 6: $390

 

Symposium Description: Come and learn from 7 leading experts in the field of school-based practice. Learn practical application of the current evidence, regulations & hottest topics in school-based practice. This is the essential course for every school-based OT & PT – whether you’re new to the practice, or you’re an experienced therapist seeking more ideas! Watch each video at your own pace. Download Apply EBP’s practical toolkit. Take the Post-test, and receive your certificates of completion. Have a great time learning!

Learn more about the symposium by clicking here.

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Testimonials

“Very engaging and brought good real-life experiences into the course.” – OT with 5 years of experience on How Do I Fit in School-based Services?

 

“Laurie took what could have been a ridiculously boring topic and made it relevant and interesting. I loved the re-framing documentation as a time for reflection on the treatment and to plan for the next one.” – PT with 21 years experience on Medicaid

 

“Well explained/detailed. Especially the differences between FERPA and HIPAA.” – OT with 5 years experience on Section 504, ADA, FERPA and HIPAA