Neuro/Cognition/TBI (Adult) CEU Courses for SLPs

Neurodiversity, neurodivergence, and neurodiversity (ND)-affirming approaches are discussed in this course. Strengths-based assessment, goals and supports that characterize ND-affirming approaches are described. Case scenarios are presented to exemplify ways to help those who are neurodivergent succeed in school and clinical settings.

Communication strategies to support inpatients in the medical setting who are unable to speak are described in this course. Using principles of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), steps for evaluating patient capabilities, selecting and implementing strategies, equipment and materials, creating communication tools, and supporting partners and team members are discussed.

Assessment and treatment considerations for clinicians providing augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) services to adults with complex communication needs are discussed in this course. Case studies are used to describe AAC options, clinical decision making and use of evidence-based practice methods, as well as common practice limitations that clinicians face when providing such services.

Pragmatic and social cognition impairments following brain injuries are defined in this course. Assessments, interventions, and the impact of deficits on personal and work relationships post-rehabilitation are described.

Impairments of reading (alexia) and writing (agraphia) are commonly associated with left hemisphere stroke or progressive cortical atrophy, but not all acquired impairments of written language are the same. The underlying cognitive and neural supports for reading and spelling, as well as behavioral characteristics associated with central and peripheral alexia and agraphia profiles, are discussed in this course.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD),as well as a related theoretical framework and cultural considerations are discussed in this course. Populations likely to suffer from PTSD, cognitive-communication changes associated with PTSD and their impact on diagnosis and treatment are also described, and case examples are presented.

A variety of commercial and assistive technologies for remediating and accommodating attention, memory, executive functioning and other cognitive deficits that affect numerous functional areas are discussed in this course. The information is designed to help prepare the participant for the Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) examination.

Aging in place is the goal of most elders, but it may require a great deal of support. The impact of normal aging on various systems and the differences between frail and well elders are described in this course. Information and interventions are discussed that allow interprofessional team members to support functional mobility, nutrition and hydration, and health management in their geriatric clients, in order to promote successful aging.

This is Part 2 of a two-part series. Evidence from the literature that supports incorporation of patient and care partner needs and priorities into clinical goal setting and functional therapeutic interventions for individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) is discussed in this course. Case studies are presented to demonstrate the application of these patient-centered practices.

This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Transdisciplinary models of care for individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) are described in this course. The importance of including individuals with TBI and their care partners in therapeutic decision-making is discussed, and research related to holistic practices, mental health supports and return-to-life services for clients/care partners is presented. (Part 2: Course 10572)