PLEASE NOTE: We are closing access to this course on May 1, 2023.

For those who have registered for the course for a fee w/continuing education credit or for free without credit:
This is to inform you that the PT Course will be moving to a new learning management system (LMS), Parkinson's Foundation Learning Lab. This means you will not have access to your course if you do not take the following steps by Friday, April 14th.

STEP 1:
Complete your course prior to Friday, April 14th. (complete all quizzes and evaluations to download and save your CEUs certificate on your own computer)

STEP 2:
Visit the Parkinson's Foundation Learning Lab to create a new profile. 

STEP 3:
View & register for the various professional education course offerings.

FAQs:
What happens if i don't complete the PT Course that i paid for (and receiving CEs) before the LMS closes?
You will loose access to the course on the original site.  You will be able to access the same course on the Learning Lab, however, you will need to start from the beginning and work your way through all the lessons. You will be sent a COMP code that will enable you to register for the course again, however, you will need to start the course from the beginning to push through all the chapters and lessons  to receive your CE certificate.

What happens if i don't complete one of the FREE PT Courses before the LMS closes?
You will loose access to the course on the original site. You will be able to access the same course on the Learning Lab, however, you will need to start from the beginning and work your way through all the lessons.

We highly recommend completing the course before Friday, April 14th to avoid any abrupt disruptions to your learning experience.

Looking forward to meeting you again soon on the Learning Lab soon!

If you have any questions, please reach out to: [email protected]

Best Regards,

Parkinson's Foundation Professional Education Team

Course Curriculum

  1. 01

    • Navigating the Physical Therapy Introductory Course

    • Physical Therapy Introductory Course Student Handbook

    • Discussion Board for the Physical Therapy Introductory Course

    • Technical Help

    • Course Objectives for the Physical Therapy Introductory Course

    • Course Structure for the Physical Therapy Introductory Course
  2. 02

    • Chapter One Overview

    • Overview of Parkinson's Disease and the Role of Neuroplasticity Student Handbook

    • Motor and Non-Motor Features

    • Exercise and Neuroplasticity in Parkinson's Disease
  3. 03

    • Chapter Two Overview

    • Physical Therapy Models of Care and Assessment Student Handbook

    • The Role of Physical Therapy in team Based Care

    • Secondary Prevention Model

    • Evidence Based Assessment: Recommended Outcome Measures
  4. 04

    • Chapter Three Overview

    • Exercise: Evidence & Application Student Handbook

    • Aerobic Exercise: Does Intensity Matter? And is it Enough?

    • Targeting Muscle Force Production to Improve Movement and Function