The In-Person LSVT BIG Training and Certification Course is a mix of online, pre-recorded learning and in-person interactive learning designed to train physical and occupational therapy professionals and students in an evidence-based, intensive, treatment program for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The fundamental treatment principles and rationale, key treatment elements, efficacy data supporting treatment outcomes, details of treatment tasks, and practical delivery will be covered. Teaching techniques include both live and pre-recorded lecture, live and video demonstrations, live instructor led exercise practice, live Q & A, and case study presentations. Discussion will be included on application to other neural disorders and personalization of the treatment to meet the unique functional goals of each patient.

Hosted by our friends at On with Life.

Course Length:  15 hours

Course Location: On With Life Training Center
717 SW Ankeny Rd
Ankeny, IA 50023

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Audience: Physical and Occupational Therapists, Physical and Occupational Therapy Assistants, and students enrolled in those programs. *LSVT BIG treatment provided by LSVT Certified PTAs, COTAs or students must be delivered under the direction of LSVT BIG Certified PTs or OTs, respectively.

Post-Professional Learning Level:  Intermediate

Benefits for You Beyond the Course

• Exclusive access to your LSVT BIG Clinician Account, your resource center for treatment forms, marketing materials, bonus videos, live and on-demand webinars.
• Ongoing support from clinical faculty.
• LSVT BIG Homework Helper Videos.
• Listing on the LSVT Global Clinician Directory for referrals.
• Access to the private LSVT BIG Clinician Facebook group.

 Steps to Certification

• Read and accept the LSVT Clinician Practice Agreement, which will be emailed to you upon registration.
• Complete the entire LSVT BIG Training and Certification Course.
• Complete the 50 multiple choice question online LSVT BIG Certification Exam with an 84% score required to pass. Retakes of the exam are available at no additional cost.

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Policies on Certification and Supervision of Therapy Assistants and Students