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Cristina Roy

Georgia Ethics and Jurisprudence, 3rd Edition

Georgia Ethics and Jurisprudence, 3rd Edition

4 Hours Instructional Level: Beginner
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Description:

This course will help the physical therapist understand the importance of ethical behavior in patient care, and will familiarize them with ethical theories, principles and the guidelines of professional conduct in the State of Georgia. 

Full Course Description
This course will help the physical therapist understand the importance of ethical behavior in patient care, and will familiarize them with ethical theories, principles and the guidelines of professional conduct in the State of Georgia. 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

The study of ethics is fundamental to the successful clinical practice of all healthcare professionals. Although most healthcare workers possess an innate desire to help others, there are additional guidelines in each profession that must be observed for the consistent delivery of quality health care. The American Physical Therapy Association's  (APTA) ethics documents include the Code of Ethics for Physical Therapists (APTA, 2020a), APTA Guide for Professional Conduct (2019a), APTA Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant (2020b), and the APTA Guide for Conduct of the Physical Therapist Assistant (2019c).  

Learning Outcomes:

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

  • Define ethics, morality, and integrity. 
  • Identify the theoretical basis of ethical decision-making and the application of ethics in healthcare. 
  • Identify the principles of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Code of Ethics for Physical Therapists and the principles of the APTA Guide for Professional Conduct. 
  • Describe the laws pertaining to physical therapy practice in the Georgia General Provisions, the Georgia Physical Therapy Practice Act, and the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy Rules and Policies. 
  • Identify the content on the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy website and current continuing education reporting procedures

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

The study of ethics is fundamental to the successful clinical practice of all healthcare professionals. Although most healthcare workers possess an innate desire to help others, there are additional guidelines in each profession that must be observed for the consistent delivery of quality health care. The American Physical Therapy Association's  (APTA) ethics documents include the Code of Ethics for Physical Therapists (APTA, 2020a), APTA Guide for Professional Conduct (2019a), APTA Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant (2020b), and the APTA Guide for Conduct of the Physical Therapist Assistant (2019c).  

Learning Outcomes:

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

  • Define ethics, morality, and integrity. 
  • Identify the theoretical basis of ethical decision-making and the application of ethics in healthcare. 
  • Identify the principles of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Code of Ethics for Physical Therapists and the principles of the APTA Guide for Professional Conduct. 
  • Describe the laws pertaining to physical therapy practice in the Georgia General Provisions, the Georgia Physical Therapy Practice Act, and the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy Rules and Policies. 
  • Identify the content on the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy website and current continuing education reporting procedures

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: 4 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: Criteria for Completion: A score of 75% or more is considered passing. 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.

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by visiting our Contact Us page (https://www.homeceuconnection.com/contact-us/) or by using the chat functionality. 

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial- Cristina Roy is employed and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

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: 4 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: Criteria for Completion: A score of 75% or more is considered passing. 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.

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by visiting our Contact Us page (https://www.homeceuconnection.com/contact-us/) or by using the chat functionality. 

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial- Cristina Roy is employed and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

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.