OT 9201 - Brain Injury

3 Credit Hours
Description
Description: This course is designed to develop advanced, specialized knowledge about brain injury, its treatment, and rehabilitation in order to help participants provide and lead quality of care for persons with brain injuries. Current, evidence-based practice regarding neurophysiological aspects, associated consequences, and related complications of brain injury will be reviewed for up to date understanding. Specific rehabilitation philosophies, approaches, and techniques that can be used across the continuum of care and with specific populations will facilitate the ability to work in and lead rehabilitation in the recovery of brain injury. Online, interactive discussions and varied assessments of advanced knowledge for each area will enhance learning. Overall, this course will deliver a wide range of specialized, advanced information about brain injury care and prepare participants for taking the national examination to become a certified brain injury specialist.