Course Catalog

Course Description: Effective with the first license renewal after January 1, 2015, all health-related licensees applying for the renewal of a license issued by the Board shall be required to complete at least 2 hours of Board-approved continuing education in child abuse recognition and reporting requirements as a condition of renewal. OnlineCE.com offers a 2-hour course for license renewal to meet this requirement. See our topic: Abuse – Child and Elder and take course titled “Abuse – Child for PA Mandatory Reporters”. This CE Course #OCEC0001 Approved by PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for Mandatory Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting and counts towards 2 hours of PA license renewal credit. OnlineCE.com will submit your completion of the Child Abuse course by an electronic report to the PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs on the Monday following the date of completion. The PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs then loads the course completion information to Bureau’s website where your individual licensing board accesses the completion information. OnlineCE.com cannot submit this information directly to your licensing board.   Course Length: 2 contact hours / 0.2 ceus  Course Outline Hour #1 Pennsylvania Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training for Mandated Reporters Introduction What is the definition of child abuse or neglect? Child Welfare in Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Hour #2 General Protective Services Mandatory Reporters Reporting Requirements Permissive Reporters Privileged Communication What are the signs of abuse and …

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Cite statistics on the scope of child abuse in Pennsylvania Define the term child Define the term perpetrator Differentiate the commission of abuse from failure to act Explain the religious exemption to neglect Describe the effects of domestic violence on children in the home Define human trafficking List the risk factors to children / adolescents becoming victims of human trafficking Compare and contrast Child Protective Services and General Protective Services List the responsibilities of the Child Protective Services agencies Explain the goals of General Protective Services Outline the investigative process that occurs once a report is filed Indicate the additional procedures involved when the alleged perpetrator is a school or child services employee Define mandatory reporter and permissive reporter Explain the reporting requirements of mandatory reporters Outline the process of making a report of suspected abuse – Childline Summarize the suspension of privileged communication and the exemptions Define Presumption of Good Faith Explain the granting of immunity to mandatory and permissive reporters List the penalties for failure to report suspected child abuse by mandatory reporters List signs of abuse and neglect Explain the appropriate history and examination components in cases of suspected abuse and neglect Cite resources for patient …

Course Description: Effective January 1, 2015, all persons applying for issuance of an initial license shall be required to complete 3 hours of DPW-approved training in child abuse recognition and reporting requirements as a condition of licensure. OnlineCE.com offers a 3-hour course for initial licensure to meet this requirement. See our topic: Abuse – Child and Elder and take course titled “Abuse – Child for PA Mandatory Reporters for Initial Licensure”. This CE Course #OCEC0002 Approved by PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for Mandatory Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting and counts towards 3 hours of PA license renewal credit. OnlineCE.com will submit your completion of the Child Abuse course by an electronic report to the PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs on the Monday following the date of completion. The PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs then loads the course completion information to Bureau’s website where your individual licensing board accesses the completion information. OnlineCE.com cannot submit this information directly to your licensing board.   Educational Level: Introductory – Intermediate – Advanced Course Outline Hour #1 Pennsylvania Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training for Mandated Reporters Introduction What is the definition of child abuse or neglect? Child Welfare in Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Hour #2 General Protective Services Mandatory Reporting Who are the reporters? Reporting requirements Permissive requirements Examples/Scenarios Privileged Communication Hour #3 Exceptions Immunity Penalties for Failure to Report What happens once a report is filed? Signs of abuse and neglect What evidence do you need to collect? Pennsylvania statue …

Cite statistics on the scope of child abuse in Pennsylvania Define the term child Define the term perpetrator Differentiate the commission of abuse from failure to act Explain the religious exemption to neglect Describe the effects of domestic violence on children in the home Define human trafficking List the risk factors to children / adolescents becoming victims of human trafficking Compare and contrast Child Protective Services and General Protective Services List the responsibilities of the Child Protective Services agencies Explain the goals of General Protective Services Outline the investigative process that occurs once a report is filed Indicate the additional procedures involved when the alleged perpetrator is a school or child services employee Define mandatory reporter and permissive reporter Explain the reporting requirements of mandatory reporters Outline the process of making a report of suspected abuse – Childline Summarize the suspension of privileged communication and the exemptions Define Presumption of Good Faith Explain the granting of immunity to mandatory and permissive reporters List the penalties for failure to report suspected child abuse by mandatory reporters List signs of abuse and neglect Explain the appropriate history and examination components in cases of suspected abuse and neglect Explain the reasons victims do not report abuse Outline the psychological sequelae to abuse during childhood Recognize the DSM-5 criteria for psychiatric conditions associated with victims of abuse Cite resources for patient …

ELDER ABUSE AND MANDATORY REPORTING Credit Hours(s) 1.0 Click here to Show Approved States/Countries Educational Objectives Define abuse and neglect Differentiate the various forms of abuse and neglect Identify the reporting requirements for mandatory reporters Cite resources for obtaining specific state laws and statutes pertaining to elder abuse and neglect Describe the concept of immunity and confidentiality as it relates to elder abuse and neglect List signs of abuse and neglect Explain the appropriate history and examination components in cases of suspected elder abuse and neglect Cite resources for physician, caregiver and patient education Instructors Richard Saporito, DC Format(s) Downloadable Course in PDF …

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Course Description: Addictions 101 presents a historical perspective on the growing issue of drug and alcohol use, reasons for abuse and its impact and cost on society. This course will also explore how to recognize substance abuse and explore ways to develop strategies for dealing with overuse and abuse of substances.   Educational Level: Introductory – Intermediate – Advanced Course Outline Hour #1 Historical Perspective Costs to Society The costs of Drug Abuse and Addiction Drugs in America When is it a problem? Alcohol Cost of Alcohol Abuse Finding Out About …

Course Description: AIDS 103 is a course designed for the healthcare provider working with patients living with HIV. This lesson focuses on manual and energy-based therapies for the management of various pain syndromes seen throughout the spectrum of HIV disease. Emphasis is placed on the use of Cranio Sacral Therapy and Lymph Drainage Therapy, with a brief overview of energy-based interventions. A host of manual therapy techniques exist beyond the scope of this lesson that can provide beneficial effects for pain management and generalized relaxation. It is recommended that consumers of manual therapy interventions understand the specific techniques used in a therapeutic session. Asking questions and experiencing the physical, psychological, and spiritual effects throughout a session will foster both greater understanding and future manual therapy interventions.    Course length: 1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU Course Outline Hour #1 Manual Therapy Interventions for People Living with HIV Disease Soft Tissue Techniques and the Treatment of HIV Patients Lymphatic Drainage Therapy -Part I Lymphatic Drainage Therapy – Part II Combined Decongestive Physiotherapy Treatment of Lymphatic Edema …

Course Description: AIDS 108 is a course designed for the healthcare provider who is caring for a person with HIV and AIDS.  This lesson provides an updated approach to several aspects on caring for people with HIV and AIDS including the special challenges the provider will face and how care can be enhanced, helping patients with HIV/AIDS cope with the emotional issues they face, dealing with stigma and discrimination, cultural issues, confidentiality, dealing with minors, issues of informed consent, reporting requirements, disability and employment issues, behaviors endangering public health, personal impact of HIV and AIDS, depression, HIV prevention and screening and more! When working with a patient to support behavioral change, it is crucial for the provider to be a consistent source of support, hope, and optimism. By acknowledging positive efforts even when initial attempts to modify behavior fail, by continuing to offer encouragement, and by supporting even small progress, the provider can help bolster a patient’s resolve and sense of control over his or her actions. At the end of this lesson, the learner will have a much greater awareness for caring for the person with HIV and AIDS.   Course length: 1 contact hour / 0.1 CEU Course Outline Hour #1 Special challenges of caring for patients with HIV/AIDS Enhancing care for those with HIV/AIDS Steps to enhance care Helping patients with HIV/AIDS cope with the emotional issues they face Stigma and Discrimination The stigma of fear of contagion Stigma associated with being gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender Special cultural issues Confidentiality Informed Consent for HIV Testing Reporting Requirements Spouse/Partner Notification Behaviors Endangering Public Health Focus on Stigma and Discrimination Depression HIV Prevention …

Define and discuss confidentiality laws covering the medical records of HIV/AIDS patients Define and discuss behavioral interventions for HIV/AIDS patients Outline the screening of HIV-infected persons for HIV transmission …

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Course Description: Aids 170, Infection Control and Safety Issues in the Clinic, is a 2-hour course designed for all healthcare professionals as infection and safety issues are fundamental to providing excellence in care. This course will focus on 3 main areas including safety recommendations for the clinic in regards to precautions with special equipment, infection control and incidents and emergencies. See outline of content below for additional information.   Course length: 2 contact hour / 0.2 CEUs Course Outline Hour #1 Safety recommendations for the clinic Precautions with special equipment Hospital beds Ventilators Monitors Feeding devices Catheters Infection control Isolation systems Hour #2 Incidents and emergencies Falls Burns Bleeding Shock Seizures Insulin-related illnesses Respiratory distress Choking and cardiac arrest …

Recognize the role of occupational therapy personnel in preventing accidents Identify recommendations for safety in the clinic Describe the purposes of special medical equipment Identify precautions that should be taken when treating clients who require special equipment Identify Standard Precautions for infection control and explain the importance of following them with all clients Describe proper techniques of hand-washing Recognize the importance for all health care workers to understand and follow standard procedures used in client care to prevent the transmission of infectious agents Identify proper procedures for handling client injuries Describe guidelines for handling various emergency …

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Course Description: An Overview of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a 1-hour course designed for the beginning and intermediate clinician working with patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This course provides an in-depth overview of carpal tunnel syndrome including anatomy, clinical and differential diagnosis, common signs and symptoms of CTS and treatment options. Conservative and surgical treatment methods are reviewed and include interventions such as splinting, tendon gliding exercises, patient education and more. Surgical treatment may include open or endoscopic release of the carpal tunnel. Expected outcomes, possible complications and rehabilitation protocols are also discussed. Clinicians must be up- to-date and knowledgeable regarding CTS in order to design appropriate treatment plans, effective therapy interventions and to maximize functional outcomes for the client.   Course Length: 1 contact hour / 0.1 ceu Course Outline Hour #1 What is CTS? Common signs and symptoms Causes and risk factors  Anatomy of the carpal tunnel Making a diagnosis  Treatment interventions Conservative Treatment Splinting, Tendon and nerve gliding exercises, Therapeutic modalities, Massage, Patient education and ergonomics, Steroid injection Surgical Treatment Open carpal tunnel release, Endoscopic carpal tunnel release Complications Post Op Protocol …

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