Course Code: REL-RTS-0-EJMPT
Hours: 2
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Articulate two distinctions between morals, ethics, and the law as related to the physical therapy profession.
Apply elements of the American Physical Therapy Association’s ethical policies to mock ethical dilemmas.
Determine the responsibilities of PTs, PTAs, students, and therapy aides in the state of Massachusetts, including the supervision requirements.
Identify the requirements for PT/PTA license renewal and reinstatement, including continuing competency.
Recall at least five standards physical therapy facilities must meet.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Ethics and Morals
Why It Matters
Ethics vs. Morals
APTA’s Core Values
Ethics vs. Law
Review
Summary
Section 3: Solving Ethical Dilemmas
Healthcare Principles
Meet Fred
Addressing Ethical Dilemmas in Clinical Practice
Jim and Gia
Review
Summary
Section 4: Code of Ethics
Codifying Ethics
APTA’s Core Ethical documents
Review
Summary
Section 5: General Provisions (CMR 2.00)
Overview
Practice Definitions
Personnel Definitions
Initial Licensure
License Renewal
Suspended or Revoked License
Review
Summary
Section 6: Continuing Competence (CMR 7.00)
Continuing Competence Requirements
Approved Activities
Review
Summary
Section 7: Physical Therapy Facilities
Facility Definitions
Facility License
Facility Requirements
Facility Compliance
Disciplinary Action
Review
Summary
Section 8: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Subject Matter Expert: William Fogarty PT, DPT, cert. MDT
William earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northeastern University. He is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy and enjoys treating patients with acute, chronic, and post-operative spine impairments. He frequently combines this experience with advanced vestibular training in his current role treating balance and vestibular disorders in the outpatient setting. He is also experienced in providing telehealth physical therapy to patients with chronic pain and post-operative impairments.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Physical Therapists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.