Developing Clinical Competency through Simulation-Based Education
Course: #4014Level: Introductory 1 Hour 339 Reviews
This course provides an overview of Simucase and examines the benefits of incorporating computer-based simulations into PT and PTA programs. It discusses methodologies for pre-briefing, providing feedback, and debriefing students and explains strategies for integrating simulations into a curriculum. It also discusses initial pilot study results. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.
On Demand
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
CEUs/Hours Offered: AK/1.0; AL/1.0; AR/1.0; AZ/1.0; CA/1.0; CO/1.0; CT/1.0; DC/1.0; DE/1.0; FL/1.0; GA/1.0; HI/1.0; IA/1.0; IACET/0.1; ID/1.0; IL/1.0; IN/1.0; KS/1.0; KY/1.0 Category 2; MA/1.0; MD/0.1; ME/1.0; MI/1.0; MO/1.0; MS/1.0; MT/1.0; NC/1.0; ND/1.0; NE/1.0; NH/1.0; NY/1.0; OK/1.0; OR/1.0; PA/1.0; RI/1.0; SC/1.0; SD/1.0; TN/1.0; TX/1.0; UT/1.0; VA/1.0; VT/1.0; WA/1.0; WI/1.0; WY/1.0
Course Preview
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Learning Outcomes
- Participants will be able to list at least three benefits of computer based simulations.
- Participants will be able to describe at least two efficient strategies to navigate the Simucase platform successfully.
- Participants will be able to identify at least one importance each of pre-briefing, providing feedback, and debriefing learners following clinical simulations.
- Participants will be able to describe at least two methods to integrate simulations into a PT curriculum.
- Participants will be able to identify at least two strategies to analyze pilot study results investigating user perceptions, satisfaction, and efficacy of a computer-based simulation platform.
Course created on March 19, 2021
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Review learning outcomes; background of simulation; prebrief, feedback, and debrief information; scoring of computer-based simulation |
| 5-20 Minutes | Demonstration of a computer-based simulation |
| 20-50 Minutes | Methods for implementing simulation into the curriculum; pilot study results |
| 50-60 Minutes | Q&A |
Reviews
339 ReviewsPresented By
Wendy Brzozowski
BS, COTA/L
Wendy Brzozowski is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a BS in Business Management and Healthcare Administration. Currently, she is the OT and PT Sales Manager for Simucase and provides support to students and faculty, as well as assists in the development of simulations. Ms. Brzozowski has been a COTA for 20 years, with a background in skilled nursing, outpatient, Hospice, rehab management, and as a clinical instructor in an OTA program.
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Emily Gherghel
PT, DPT, CCI
Emily Gherghel currently serves as the Lead Physical Therapy Learning and Simulation Developer at Simucase. She is a physical therapist with experience in various rehabilitation settings after having practiced across the country. She is an APTA member, NYPTA, and Education Section member. She earned both a bachelor’s in English and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Misericordia University. She has authored research published in the Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine and is certified in the modified New Zealand Otago Exercise Program for the prevention of falls by the Carolina Geriatric Education Center. Additionally, she is a Certified Clinical Instructor.
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Lynn Bedalov
PT
Lynn Bedalov is currently a Learning and Simulation Developer for Simucase for physical therapy. She is a seasoned clinician, having treated adult patient populations across the rehab spectrum. In her previous dual role as an adjunct faculty member in a DPT program and Clinical Skills and Simulation center, Lynn honed her passion for multidisciplinary student learning bridged with high-fidelity and standardized patient simulation. Lynn is an APTA member, Credentialed Clinical Instructor, Education Section member, and IPTA Legislative Contact.
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Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by PhysicalTherapy.com, a Continued site.
Content Disclosure: An overview of Simucase occurs during this presentation.
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Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy
This course is approved by the Arkansas Department of Health, State Board of Physical Therapy for 1.0 contact hours of continuing education.
California
PhysicalTherapy.com is a recognized continuing competency approval agency for the Physical Therapy Board of California. This course is offered for 1.0 hours of continuing competency.
CE Broker
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Washington D.C.
The District of Columbia Board of Physical Therapy (Board) has established that PhysicalTherapy.com is an approved continuing education provider for DC physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. Licensees must adhere to all other continuing education regulations of the Board, including those related to online courses and content.
International Association for Continuing Education and Training
continued, LLC, DBA PhysicalTherapy.com, is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). continued complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard, which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. As a result of this accreditation, continued is authorized to issue the IACET CEU. continued, LLC, is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
IL Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor
PhysicalTherapy.com is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a sponsor of continuing education for PTs/PTAs (Sponsor License #216000252). This course is offered for 1.0 hours (Introductory level).
KPTA
This course is offered for 1.0 hours (Introductory level, Category 2) by the Kentucky Physical Therapy Association (Provider #CS80-2024-APTAKY).
Maryland
This course has been approved by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 0.1 CEUs.
New York
PhysicalTherapy.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education.
Oklahoma
PhysicalTherapy.com is an Approved Provider by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision for Physical Therapists, PT CE Provider BAP202310006. This course is offered for 1.0 hours of continuing education for Oklahoma PTs/PTAs.
Texas Physical Therapy Association
This course is offered for 1.0 hours (Introductory level) by the Texas Physical Therapy Association. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. The Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) administers the CCAP on behalf of the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (Provider #2706033TX).
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