In this bundle, you will learn from two experts in our area of school-based practice. Jen, Bridgette  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.

• • • Webinar 1: How Do I Fit in School-Based Services? 
    • Webinar 2: Multi-tiered System of Supports  
    • Webinar 3: Section 504, ADA, FERPA and HIPAA
    • Webinar 4: Medicaid, Plan of Care and Documentation

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.

Bridgette LeCompte, MS, OTR/L is a state-level OT Consultant and an Assistant Professor at UNC Chapel Hill. She has worked in both school and outpatient pediatric settings. She participated in the AOTA Emerging Leader Program and served as the Virginia OT Association School System Liaison.

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, Bridgette, and Jen receive 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. 1. 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 3 roles of the OT, PT and SLP practitioners in the multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) under Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
      5. Select 3 strategies that OT, PT or SLP practitioners can use to contribute to MTSS at the universal (Tier 1) and supplemental (Tier 2) levels to promote students’ successful participation in their education
      6. Determine 2 important considerations to support decision-making for OT, PT, & SLP involvement at the intensive, individualized level (Tier 3) of MTSS
      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 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) audit standards for provision of school-based services for students with disabilities
      11. Select 2 ways documentation can support clinical reasoning for therapy services that promote students’ access and participation in their education
      12. Determine 2 strategies to ensure that a therapist’s documentation and/or Plan of Care supports medical necessity for reimbursement

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

• • • History of MTSS Regulations
    • MTSS: Roles of OT, PT and SLP
    • Applying the MTSS Framework to Areas of Practice
      • Strategies for Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
      • Strategies for Physical Health and Development
      • Strategies for Mental Health
    • The 5 Steps of MTSS Decision-Making
    • 3 Case Studies

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

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

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).

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. If the webinar becomes unavailable before the learner has had access for 60 days, 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

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.