California Physical Therapy 26-Hour Package
Included Courses
Courses included in this package. Click on a course to learn more.
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Components of Ethics for Healthcare Professionals 2
Course release date: 1/6/2025
Course Overview
Ethical behavior is a fundamental component of all healthcare professions, regardless of where or how they practice. The purpose of this course is to provide healthcare professionals a broad overview on the study of ethical behavior and action as it is applied to practice, education, and research. The course will define terms used in discussing ethics, describe general principles and values of ethics and standards of conduct, and explain a decision-making process for analyzing ethical issues and potential disciplinary actions or sanctions that might occur if unethical behavior is determined by professional and/or credentialing organizations. Case studies are included throughout to stimulate reflection and direct application to practice examples. -
Aging Spine Fitness: Evidence-Based Strengthening Techniques for Seniors from Frail to Active 3
Course release date: 4/6/2026
Course Overview
Back pain is a common condition in older adults, affecting 21 to 68% of adults older than 60 years of age (Wong et al., 2022). Providing rehabilitation to this population is often complicated by age related changes to the spine, co-morbid conditions, and decreased functional mobility. This course will look at important biomechanical concepts regarding spine strengthening and how these biomechanics change with aging. We will look at common spine diagnoses in older adults and outline how to effectively prescribe strengthening exercises that are safe and effective. The goal is to improve your clinical confidence and success in treating older adults with back pain. -
Evidence-Based Balance Rehabilitation and Fall Prevention 6
Course release date: 4/8/2024
About the Course
This course is intended for physical therapy, occupational therapy and athletic training practitioners who address balance impairments and work to reduce falls in their patients and communities. This course defines balance and its components, describes how the various balance issues fall into these component categories and categorizes these impairments accordingly. It will outline how to assess balance and interpret the many varied assessment tools available. Taking this information, clinicians will see how to systematically approach balance rehabilitation, including how to prioritize needs, account for patient background and resources, and work towards long term falls reduction. Finally, this course discusses current guidelines for community level fall prevention strategies and how therapists can be more involved with this process.
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Supportive Living Environments for Older Adults 5
Course release date: 7/8/2024
About the Course
This course provides a detailed description of varied options supporting the well-being of older adults throughout the trajectory of the senior life course. While the term aging in place expresses a desire shared by many older adults, it is imperative for the environment to support the realities of the aging body, physical and mental changes, and the ability to access meaningful relationships that can ensure psychosocial needs are met. Identifying other solutions to support healthy aging is important for healthcare professionals who can serve as resources for older patients, educating them about options and opportunities for healthy aging and the ability to thrive throughout life. This course will provide learners with knowledge on communities designed around aging adults, supportive services, innovative technologies, and devices designed create safer environments—all in an effort to maintain a sense of independence in any home and/or community.
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Understanding and Implementing Trauma-Informed Care for Clients in Pain 4
Course release date: 4/2/2025
Course Overview
This course explores the principles and practices of a new trauma-informed healthcare system and how we can be a part of that transformative change today. Participants will review the prevalence and impact of chronic pain and trauma in society to help understand the implications this can have on our clients. The course provides clear guidelines for maintaining professional boundaries while effectively supporting those experiencing pain and trauma.The curriculum includes an in-depth study of the autonomic nervous system, focusing on the vagus nerve’s role in stress, connection, and safety. Additionally, participants will learn about polyvagal theory and its application in working with clients suffering from trauma and chronic pain.
By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to adopt a trauma-informed perspective in their professional practice, promoting better outcomes for their clients and themselves.Â
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Vestibular Rehab for Non-Dizzy Patients 6
Course release date: 4/7/2025
Course Overview
Balance dysfunction is one of the leading causes of functional limitation and even disability among elderly patients. And when working to improve a patient's balance, the vestibular system is often overlooked; which is regrettable as a large portion of our balance is derived from this system.
This course focuses on adding specific vestibular assessment and training tools to a therapist’s skills to further maximize a patient’s reduced fall risk and overall functional independence.