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227 Clinical Aphasiology: Background, Evidence, and State-of-the-Art Application for Practicing Clinician

Motivations, Inc.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
1. Identify 5 distinguishing characteristics of various neurogenic communication disorders with an emphasis on aphasia subtypes
2. State the leading 3 etiology of aphasia. Identify concomitant conditions and clinical considerations for management
3. State 3 multicultural considerations relating to aphasia treatment .
4. Demonstrate understanding of the neuroanatomical underpinnings of various aphasia syndromes.
5. Identify "Best Practice" approaches for assessment and treatment of aphasia syndromes.
6. Recall current issues relating to emerging practices: Computer Assisted Therapy and Telerehabilitation Approaches for Aphasia

Target Audience

Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Respiratory Therapists and other Healthcare Practitioners involved in the treatment of adults in medical, nursing/assisting living, and homecare settings.

Confirmation Notes

This is an 8-hour lecture/discussion course equivalent to 0.8 CEUs. Motivations Inc is an approved provider by The Texas Chapter of the APTA. We follow the PT licensing Board guidelines in the states in which the course is held.
Motivations, Inc. is an approved CEU provider by AOTA. This course is offered for .8 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Professional area).
Consortium Group Discount – Register your facility today. 5 or more $175
Association Member of APTA, AOTA, NATA, ASHA, SCARF, or ATRI, etc. $200
Individual Single Registration $225

Agenda

8:00 - 8:15 Introduction and Welcome, Review of Course Objectives
8:15 - 9:00 Aphasiology: Historical Perspective
9:00 - 10:00 Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of Speech and Language
10:15 - 10:30 BREAK
10:30 - 11:30 Neuroplasticity - State of the Art
11:30 - 12:00 Review and Questions
12:00 - 1:00 LUNCH
1:00 - 2:00 Assessment
2:00 - 2:45 Goal Writing and Treatment Plans
2:45 - 3:00 BREAK
3:00 - 4:00 Treatment: State of the Art; Evidence Based Practice
4:00 - 5:00 Emerging Practices and Technologies in Aphasia Rehab
5:00 - 5:30 Questions and Wrap Up

Description

This course, geared toward the practicing speech language pathologist, will provide an overview of science and practice in the area of adult neurogenic language disorders. Attendees will receive up to date information regarding assessment and treatment driven by principles of neuroplasticity. Additional features of this course are a detailed explanation of emerging practice protocols including computer assisted and telerehab applications.
Consortium Group Discount – Register your facility today. 5 or more $175
Association Member of APTA, AOTA, NATA, ASHA, SCARF, or ATRI, etc. $200
Individual Single Registration $225

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