Putting the Fun in Function

About this Certificate Program

Function is a pivotal aspect of rehabilitation, yet we often miss the target. This course brings function clearly into focus and provides important information for patient care. Danielle Keyser, an award-winning occupational therapist, provides cutting-edge information on functional assessment tools and treatments. She then demonstrates, with multiple real patients, how to put this information to work in a real-life setting. Don’t miss this engaging look at function in rehabilitation.

Target audience

Physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, and occupational therapist assistants in all settings

Goals & objectives

• Describe at least three current functional tests

• Describe at least three evidence-based functional interventions

• List easy-to-use pieces of equipment to enhance function

• Describe how an occupational therapist works with function in the home

• Discuss the challenges of working on function with our patients