CEU Courses for SLPs

This is Part 2 of a two-part series. Factors that should be considered when differentiating Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) from Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Intellectual Disability, Emotional Disability, and Speech-Language Impairment are described in this course. Important questions and critical data that support an accurate diagnosis or classification are also discussed.

Enhancing delegation skills can improve program and clinical effectiveness, the development of a whole team of individuals, and work-life balance for all. This course presents (and demonstrates) strategies for effective delegation and addresses barriers to delegation. It also shares a framework for developing one's own delegation mindset.

This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Key terms that all evaluation partners need to be knowledgeable about are described. The importance of using those key terms for an accurate diagnosis or classification is discussed.

An introduction to pain science and management for the rehabilitation professional is provided in this course. Specifically, recognition of pain, the systemic and pervasive effects, and multifactorial treatment strategies for pain are addressed in this course.

Effective communication comes in many forms. How to develop a personalized multimodal plan of care that includes effective communication for individuals with aphasia is described in this course. Evidence-based strategies, along with focused activities and stimuli, that lead to meaningful interactions, communication confidence, and improved quality of life are discussed.

Based on the textbook Cognitive Communication Disorders of MCI and Dementia: Definition, Assessment, and Clinical Management, this course provides the knowledge to diagnose and treat individuals with cognitive-communicative disorders associated with aging, mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and dementia-producing diseases, our fastest growing clinical population.

Conflict is common in many workplace or educational settings. Failure to address conflict when it occurs can lead to dissatisfaction from all stakeholders. Sources of conflict and practical approaches to addressing conflict strategically are described in this course.

Key issues and topics related to the shortage of SLPs in the school setting are discussed in the course. Personal experiences and their impact are described and an action plan to deal with shortages is provided.

This is Part 1 of a two-part course. The impact of syntax on students' linguistic reasoning, metacognition, and future planning is described in this course. How to develop a strategic plan for language and executive functioning intervention is also discussed.

The experiences of people who have lived through stroke and aphasia can shed a uniquely powerful light on our clinical practices. In this course, people with aphasia discuss what SLPs can do during acute care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and at discharge that can best help them. Evidence that supports their suggestions is provided.