At the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, our online seminars are designed to address current professional trends and are taught by clinical and academic experts. Our offerings can satisfy your educational requirements and personal learning goals.

• Access to a computer with CD-ROM
• Internet access using Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher
• Access to email
• A word processor-Microsoft Word 97 or higher
• Windows XP or Vista or if you are a Mac user OSX or higher
• Shockwave, Adobe AcrobatReader and Quicktime (all free downloadable programs)

Continuing Education Seminars Offered Online:

HSC 9410: Electrotherapy: Principles and Clinical Applications for Orthopaedics (2 CEUs)
This seminar will provide the clinician with a conceptual understanding of the physiological basis and rationale for modern techniques in utilization of electrotherapy for improved function and pain modulation. Selection of appropriate electrotherapy equipment, wave form characteristics, and the latest treatment techniques used for muscle and nerve stimulation are presented. This seminar is delivered online and utilizes the interactive video demonstrations as well as recent literature to support use of electrotherapeutic modalities in your practice.
Developed by Deb Jackson Cost: $195

PSY 9103: Applied Performance Psychology (3 CEUs)
This seminar serves as an introduction to the discipline of sport psychology. It examines the psychological skills that facilitate peak performance in athletics, the performing arts, and business. Topics include, but are not limited to, self-efficacy, motivation, cognitive distortions, coping responses, mental training guidelines, and performance profiling.
Developed by ACAP and Sharon Fair Cost: $275

PT 9360: Spinal Instability - Whole Spine Stabilization (2 CEUs)
Spinal Instability is authored by Dr. Stanley Paris. He presents this seminar in a live version across the country. It is now available online with video, audio, graphics and online self-tests. The online seminar on spinal stabilization is for therapists who seek a means of efficient back care. Stabilization is an approach to spinal management that can stand alone, but can also be used to enhance other treatment, such as manipulation.
Developed by Stanley V. Paris Cost: $195

PHT 9730: Basic Craniofacial (2 CEUs)
This seminar examines the common sources of headache and facial pains as related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and muscles of mastication. An overview of clinical anatomy of the TMJ will precede a discussion of common disorders of the TMJ and masticatory muscles. The physical examination used to diagnose temporomandibular and masticatory muscle disorders will be discussed. The role of the physical therapists and dentists in the nonsurgical management of temporomandibular and masticatory muscle disorders will be reviewed. General discussion will include rationale for use of intraoral appliances and indications for surgery of the TMJ. This is a prerequisite for intermediate craniofacial.
Developed by Mariano Rocabado Cost: $485

HSC 9101: Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics (2.4 CEUs)
This seminar is designed as an online self-study seminar discussing the foundations of orthopaedics and manipulative therapy. The history and development of orthopaedics and specifically manual therapy are explored. Arthrology and biomechanics are discussed, with special attention to tissue biomechanics and arthrokinematics. Emphasis is placed on spinal anatomy and movement. The University's philosophy of examination, treatment, and pain management is introduced. Classifications and indications for manipulation are reviewed.
Developed by Stanley Paris Cost: $195

PSY 9102: Psychology of Health and Exercise (2 CEUs)
This seminar examines the psychological aspects of health and applies them to the practice of occupational therapy and physical therapy. Topics include health and exercise psychology, including developmental psychology and the self; and psychology of stress, pain, and chronic conditions.
Developed by ACAP and Sharon Fair Cost: $195

HSC 9000 Medical Errors (.2 CEUs)
It is the intent of this seminar to familarize Occupational and Physical Therapists with types of medical errors and how they might occur in the therapy setting. Also reviewed will be the tools that can be used to minimize or prevent errors, how to investigate errors, including performance of root cause analysis. This seminar is unique in its design as it is specific to Occupational and Physical Therapists and will assist them in meeting the licensure requirements of state organizations.
Cost: $25

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