Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the leading causes of death in the world, and occupational therapists play an essential role in helping COPD clients to manage their disease effectively through pulmonary rehabilitation. Studies indicate that the use of occupational therapy may significantly improve a patient’s prognosis. For occupational therapists who regularly assist…
Autism is a condition that research still seeks to understand. While researchers do realize that autism is a neurological condition related to impaired communication and social interaction, there is so much that even professionals do not yet know. What we do know is that speech therapy can be successful in helping those with autism have…
The goal of continuing education in the field of social work is to ensure that professionals provide quality care and stay abreast of current knowledge and advancing technology. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) has developed guidelines for practitioners, education providers, and administrators. However, it is important to understand that your continued education (CE)…
If you are a licensed physical therapist in America, you are required to maintain your license by continuing your education throughout your career. According to the national governing body the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy, the goal is ‘continued competence,’ a lifelong process of maintaining skills and abilities through assessment and personal learning.…