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Instructional Level: Intermediate

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Gordon (Bud) Ward, Jr., PT, BS, MPT

Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Indiana Physical Therapy Professional

Ethics and Jurisprudence for the Indiana Physical Therapy Professional

2 Hours Instructional Level: Intermediate
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Description:

This course covers the principles and standards of ethical practice for physical therapists and assistants, as well as the Indiana Administrative Code §25-27 and the Indiana Practice Act (Title 844, Article 6). Both of these topics are mandatory for physical therapy professionals within the state of Indiana: Section I will present the theory, practice, and scope of ethics for the physical therapy professional. Section II will discuss the regulatory and legislative aspects; therefore, this course will satisfy the 2-hour mandatory requirement necessary.  

Full Course Description
This course covers the principles and standards of ethical practice for physical therapists and assistants, as well as the Indiana Administrative Code §25-27 and the Indiana Practice Act (Title 844, Article 6). Both of these topics are mandatory for physical therapy professionals within the state of Indiana: Section I will present the theory, practice, and scope of ethics for the physical therapy professional. Section II will discuss the regulatory and legislative aspects; therefore, this course...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

This course covers the principles and standards of ethical practice for physical therapists and assistants, as well as the Indiana Administrative Code §25-27 and the Indiana Practice Act (Title 844, Article 6). Both of these topics are mandatory for physical therapy professionals within the state of Indiana: Section I will present the theory, practice, and scope of ethics for the physical therapy professional. Section II will discuss the regulatory and legislative aspects; therefore, this course will satisfy the 2-hour mandatory requirement necessary.

Learning Outcomes: 

After completing this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Define the standards and principles for ethical practice from the American Physical Therapy Association Code of Ethics for Therapists and Assistants.
  • List and explain the five roles of physical therapy.
  • Identify and give examples of the scope of practice.
  • State the purpose, mission, and vision of the Model Practice Act for Physical Therapy.
  • Define dual- or multiple-role relationships between practitioners and clients and strategies to maintain boundaries.
  • Identify and define the steps for ethical decision making using the RIPS Model.
  • Discuss the Indiana Administrative Code as it pertains to the physical therapy professional.
  • Summarize the legislative and regulatory components of the Indiana Practice Act.

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

This course covers the principles and standards of ethical practice for physical therapists and assistants, as well as the Indiana Administrative Code §25-27 and the Indiana Practice Act (Title 844, Article 6). Both of these topics are mandatory for physical therapy professionals within the state of Indiana: Section I will present the theory, practice, and scope of ethics for the physical therapy professional. Section II will discuss the regulatory and legislative aspects; therefore, this course will satisfy the 2-hour mandatory requirement necessary.

Learning Outcomes: 

After completing this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Define the standards and principles for ethical practice from the American Physical Therapy Association Code of Ethics for Therapists and Assistants.
  • List and explain the five roles of physical therapy.
  • Identify and give examples of the scope of practice.
  • State the purpose, mission, and vision of the Model Practice Act for Physical Therapy.
  • Define dual- or multiple-role relationships between practitioners and clients and strategies to maintain boundaries.
  • Identify and define the steps for ethical decision making using the RIPS Model.
  • Discuss the Indiana Administrative Code as it pertains to the physical therapy professional.
  • Summarize the legislative and regulatory components of the Indiana Practice Act.

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Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.

Contact Hours: 2 contact hour in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

Criteria for Completion: Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity  or a mandatory test (a passing score of 75 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. Scores of less than 75% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Gordon (Bud) Ward, Jr., PT, BS, MPT received payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course. 

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

Disclosures:

TEXT COURSES

Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.

Contact Hours: 2 contact hour in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

Criteria for Completion: Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity  or a mandatory test (a passing score of 75 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. Scores of less than 75% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Gordon (Bud) Ward, Jr., PT, BS, MPT received payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course. 

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.