Service Delivery CEU Courses for SLPs

Unique challenges that SLPs in rural healthcare settings face and how they impact daily workflows and ethical decision-making are discussed in this course. Self-initiated measures such as practicing evidence-based measures, patient-centered care, effective communication and advocacy, and self-care to build resilience with SLPs working in similar settings are also described.

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 series. SLPs should be equipped to handle Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) effectively and without issue. This course reviews the key components and requirements of an EIP. How to prepare for a successful IEP meeting is also described.

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.

This is Part 2 of a two-part series. This course describes how to write a good Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) statement to accurately plan programming for each student. The importance of the PLAAFP statement and its four essential elements are discussed.

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.

There is a rapidly growing awareness of the importance of a culturally responsive practice when supporting students using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). This course aims to counter the systematic lack of resources and training available to SLPs who work with diverse populations who require AAC, and practically prepare them to better assess diverse students’ needs and implement impactful interventions.

How speech-language pathologists assess and treat individuals with dementia in daily activities is described in this course, with emphasis on communication support for tasks like toileting, dressing, showering, and grooming. Evidence-based strategies to improve engagement and reduce behavioral challenges, as well as practical tips for overcoming barriers and utilizing strong documentation, are 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.

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.