Exercise and Physical Activity Prescription for the Older Adult
This course is designed to provide physical and occupational therapists with a review of exercise physiology principles and how they may be applied to the...
Geriatrics
Geriatric Courses
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Online OnlyGCS Test Prep Course
The Geriatric Certified Specialist (GCS) Test Prep Course is designed to prepare residents and advanced clinicians to take the Geriatric Certified Specialist Exam and ultimately...
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Online OnlyHospice and End of Life Considerations for the Older Adult
The goal of this 4-week, self-paced, online course is to inform clinicians of the role that hospice and related settings play within the health care...
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Online OnlyIntegumentary Conditions in the Older Adult
Aging adults have complex health care needs and it is important for rehabilitation professionals to be able to identify needs working to optimize overall health....
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Online OnlyIntroduction to Geriatric Rehabilitation
This course is designed to improve the participant’s understanding of what Geriatric Rehabilitation entails, what are age-related changes versus physiological changes, how to address these...
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Online OnlyManagement of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disorders in the Older Adult
This course, is designed to build upon foundational knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy, physiology, general and specific pathophysiology to allow the physical therapists to gain competency...
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HybridManagement of Falls and Balance Disorders in the Older Adult
The goal of this two-day, faculty-led, on-site weekend intensive course is to provide physical and occupational therapists with the skills required to manage balance and...
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HybridManagement of Orthopedic Conditions in the Older Adult
The goal of this course is to provide physical and occupational therapists with the skills required to manage orthopedic conditions within the older adult population...
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Online OnlyNeurological Conditions in the Older Adult
The goal of this 6-week, faculty-led, online course will provide learners with the skills they need to effectively manage various neurologic conditions that are commonly...
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Online OnlyRegulatory, Legal, and Policy Issues for the Older Adult
Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants provide exceptional clinical care in a variety of settings. Year over year, one’s body of clinical knowledge continues to...
Geriatric Certification
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Advanced Geriatric Certification
The Advanced Geriatric Certification seeks to produce highly skilled and autonomous geriatric practitioners who are prepared to manage the complexities often present in the older...
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Foundational Geriatric Certification
The Foundational Geriatric Certification Program provides rehabilitation professionals with the basic skills required to manage the complex and unique needs of the older adult population....