Progressus Building Expertise CEU Courses for SLPs

While the manifestation and exhibited characteristics associated with autism spectrum disorder in females often appear different than for males, females with autism are often misdiagnosed and overlooked altogether-- requiring them to navigate a world predicated on social interaction without a proper diagnosis and relevant services. This course discusses how autism manifests for females and clinical considerations for practitioners.

Master skills to implement in your practice immediately with Continued Master Class. A comprehensive overview of current trends in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) acute care rehabilitation is provided in this course. ICU liberation, trauma-informed care, diversity/equity/inclusion (DEI), and communication vulnerability, and ways to modify current practice to incorporate these principles, are discussed.

Electronic Aids to Daily Living (EADLs), which provide an alternative means of controlling devices primarily within the home environment, are discussed in this course to prepare the learner for the Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) exam. Topics include examples of EADLs, potential limitations of consumer technologies for those with disabilities, and situations where disability-specific aids may be needed.

Autism spectrum disorder, neurodiversity and neurodiversity culture, along with therapists' roles in the diagnostic process and evidence-based intervention strategies are focused on in this course. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series. (Part 2: Course 10545)

Case studies that demonstrate evidence-based intervention strategies applicable to occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-­language pathologists who work with autistic children and their families are presented in this course. The course focuses on patient and family-centered goals and treatment approaches, including parent coaching, that facilitate the engagement necessary to learn new skills. This is Part 2 of a 2-part series. (Part 1: Course 10543)

Cultural humility, the ways it is different from cultural competence, and methods for incorporating it into everyday clinical practice are discussed in this course. Topics include the importance of clinician self-reflection for examining attitudes on cultural humility and fostering acceptance & inclusion, and the potential benefits to clients by creating more authentic, meaningful therapeutic relationships.

Culture and spirituality are two of the most significant factors that influence the therapist-client relationship and the outcomes of the therapy process. This course examines the aspects of culture and spirituality that are frequently not discussed but help the therapy practitioner understand, relate to, and serve the client more effectively, resulting in better outcomes. It includes discussion of the HOPE questionnaire to assess spirituality.

This course provides information regarding some of the barriers that minorities face in the healthcare setting. It also discusses ideas for improving patient-centered care for diverse populations, and for supporting coworkers of diverse backgrounds.