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NOTE: Tuition includes one free CE Certificate. For the in-person event, after attendance has been verified, pre-registered attendees will need to log into their online account to complete the online evaluation (and, if applicable for your profession, the online post-test with 80% passing score). Instructional methods will include PowerPoint, didactic lecture, Q&A, and others. After completion of the evaluation (and post-test, if applicable), participants can download/print their certificate of completion. For those in partial attendance (arrived late or left early), a letter of attendance will be available in the attendee online account after completion of the evaluation and online post-test (if the test is required for your profession). An adjusted certificate of completion reflecting partial credit will be sent within 30 days (if your board allows).
Continuing Education Information: Credits listed below are for full attendance at the live, in-person event only. Please note, your state licensing board determines which credit types are acceptable for continuing education hours. Please refer to your state rules and regulations. If your profession is not listed, please contact your licensing board to determine your continuing education requirements and check for reciprocal approval. For other credit inquiries not specified below, please contact info@pesi.com or 800-844-8260 before the event.
Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of your profession. As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your profession's standards.
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Earn up to 14.5 CE hours. Please see below, for more details, as credit amounts vary by state and profession.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Alabama Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Alaska Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Arizona Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
This course consists of 10.25 continuing education contact hours for Arkansas Social Workers and is designed to meet the continuing education requirements of the State of Arkansas Department of Health Social Work Licensing Board (Ark. Code Ann. §17-103-203). Please retain the course advertisement and certificate of completion for your CE records.
小蝌蚪视频., #1062, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: January 27, 2023 - January 27, 2026. Social workers completing this course receive 10.25 Clinical continuing education credits.
Course Level: Intermediate Format: In-person. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.
Canadian Social Workers: Canadian provinces may accept activities approved by the ASWB for ongoing professional development.
The California Board of Behavioral Sciences accepts CE programs that are approved by other approval agencies, including several that approve 小蝌蚪视频 and its programs. A full list of approval agencies accepted by the BBS can be found at under “Where to find CE Courses.” This intermediate level activity consists of 10.25 clock hours of continuing education instruction.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the Colorado Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. Provider #1413. This course has been approved for 10.2 continuing education hours.
Please note: Colorado Social Workers must select "Colorado Social Workers" credit and complete the post-test and evaluation if they would like their participation submitted to the Colorado Chapter of the NASW. Participation cannot be reported without a completed post-test.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Connecticut Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Delaware Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for District of Columbia Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. Provider Number 50-399. This course qualifies for 10.25 continuing education credits.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Georgia Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Hawaii Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Idaho Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
小蝌蚪视频 is an approved provider with the State of Illinois, Department of Professional Regulation. License #: 159-000154. Full attendance at this course qualifies for 10.0 contact hours.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Indiana Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Iowa Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board. Provider #14-006. This course has been approved for 10.0 continuing education hours.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Kentucky Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
This course consists of 10.25 continuing education contact hours for Maine Social Workers and is designed to meet the continuing education requirements of the Maine State Board of Social Work Licensure (Rule 416, Chapter 14(1)(1)). Please retain the course advertisement and certificate of completion for your CE records.
小蝌蚪视频. is a Board Authorized Sponsor with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners. This activity qualifies for 10.25 Category 1 continuing education units.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Massachusetts Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Michigan Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the State of Minnesota, Board of Social Work. Provider #: CEP-140. This course has been approved for 10.0 continuing education hours. This certificate has been issued upon successful completion of a post-test.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Missouri Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
The Montana Board of Behavioral Health no longer pre-approves any courses or sponsors. Each licensee is responsible for taking courses which contribute to their competence and directly relate to their scope of practice as defined in board statute (MAR 24-219-32). Licensees must keep CE documentation for three years in case of an audit. This intermediate level activity consists of 10.25 clock hours of instruction.
This course consists of 10.25 continuing education contact hours for Nebraska Social Workers and is designed to meet the requirement for acceptable continuing education hours related to mental health practice (Title 172, Chapter 94, 012). Please retain the course advertisement and certificate of completion for your CE records.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Nevada Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for New Hampshire Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for New Jersey Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for New Mexico Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's (NYSED) State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0008. This activity will qualify for 12.25 contact hours. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for North Carolina Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for North Dakota Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board. Provider approval #: RCST071001. Full attendance at this course meets the qualifications for 10.25 clock hours of general continuing education credit. Tracking number: 20-TBD
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Oklahoma Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Oregon Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Pennsylvania Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Rhode Island Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for South Carolina Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for South Dakota Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
This course consists of 10.25 continuing education contact hours for Tennessee Social Workers and is designed to meet the continuing education requirements of the Tennessee Board of Social Workers (Section 1365-01-.09(7)). Please retain the course advertisement and certificate of completion for your CE records.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Texas Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Vermont Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Virginia Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Washington Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
CE credit is available for 10.25 continuing education hours for Wisconsin Social Workers. Please see national social work approvals for this program.
This program offers 380 instructional minutes of pharmacology content which is designed to qualify for 6.25 contact hours toward your pharmacology requirement to receive credit. It is your responsibility to submit your certificate of successful completion and a copy of the seminar brochure to your licensing board.
小蝌蚪视频. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Nurses in full attendance will earn 14.5 contact hours. Partial contact hours will be awarded for partial attendance.
小蝌蚪视频. is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 17118 for 14.5 contact hours. Full attendance is required. No partial contact hours will be issued for partial attendance.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Nursing, Provider # FBN2858. This course qualifies for 14.5 contact hours. Please note: Florida Nurses must select "Florida Nurses" credit and complete the post-test and evaluation if they would like their participation submitted to CE Broker. Participation cannot be reported without a completed post-test.
This activity consists of 12.75 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists. This certificate is proof of your attendance. Please retain it in your records or use for submission as proof of completion when required.
This program is designed to meet the continuing education requirements for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapists Assistants in the state of Georgia. Each licensee is responsible for taking courses which relate to the practice of physical therapy and are beyond the licensee's present level of knowledge and competence. Licensees must keep CE documentation in case of an audit. This intermediate level activity consists of 12.75 clock hours of instruction.
CE credit is available. This course consists of 12.75 continuing education credit hours for Alaska Physical Therapists. The Board Rule 12 AAC 54.420 confirms acceptance of continuing education programs that are recognized by other state physical therapy licensing boards. 小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers.
CE credit is available. The Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy recognizes continuing competence activities that have been approved by any state PT association or national medical/health care association (e.g., AOTA, ASHA). This activity consists of 12.75 clock hours of instruction applicable for physical therapists.
小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers. This course will qualify for 12.75 continuing competency hours.
CE credit is available. This course consists of 12.75 continuing education credit hours for Hawaii Physical Therapists. The Continuing Competence Requirements Under HRS Chapter 461J-10.13 for Hawaii Licensed Physical Therapists part III. A. 3. confirms acceptance of continuing education programs that are recognized by other state physical therapy licensing boards. 小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers.
小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270. This course qualifies for 12.5 CE Credit Hours.
CE credit is available. This course consists of 12.75 continuing education credit hours for Kentucky Physical Therapists. The rule under 201 KAR 22:045, Section 2, (2)(a) states that category I continued competency credits can be earned from providers approved by another physical therapy licensing agency. 小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270. Participants must attend at least three (3) contact hours to receive Category I credit. Participants who complete less than three (3) contact hours will receive Category II credit.
CE credit is available. This activity consists of 12.75 continuing education credit hours for Michigan Physical Therapists. Regulation R. 338.7163 states the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy accepts continuing education if it is approved by another state board of physical therapy. 小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.
小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the New York State Education Department, State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant continuing education. This course qualifies for 15.5 contact hours.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation, Provider Number: 216.000270. This intermediate course is approved by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners by virtue of 小蝌蚪视频 Inc. approved provider status with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation. This course qualifies for 12.5 continuing education hours.
CE credit is available. This course consists of 12.75 continuing education credit hours for Oklahoma Physical Therapists. Oklahoma Administrative Code 435:20-9-3.1 confirms acceptance of continuing education programs offered by providers approved by other state physical therapy licensing boards. 小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.
The Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy recognizes approval by all other state boards. This activity consists of 12.75 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists.
CE credit is available. This activity consists of 12.75 continuing education credit hours for Tennessee Physical Therapists. Rule 1150-01-.12(5)(d) states the Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy accepts continuing education if it is approved by another state board of physical therapy. 小蝌蚪视频. is recognized by the New York State Education Department, State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy continuing education.
This activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider #2706032TX and meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. Instructional Level: Intermediate. This activity will provide 12.75 CCUs. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.
This course is designed to meet the Utah DOPL Rule R156-24b-303b.2.c.iv - A commercial continuing education provider providing a course related to the practice of physical therapy. Please retain a copy of the advertising brochure and your certificate of completion to provide to your board should this be requested of you. This activity consists of 12.75 clock hours of continuing education instruction.
CE credit is available. This course consists of 12.75 continuing education credit hours for Vermont Physical Therapists. The Board confirms acceptance of continuing education programs that are recognized by other state physical therapy licensing boards. 小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.
CE credit is available. This course consists of 12.75 continued competency credit hours for Virginia Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants. Regulation 18VAC112-20-131, Section B, (1)(c) states that type 1 continued competency credits can be earned by attending courses that are directly related to the clinical practice of physical therapy and have been approved by local, state, or federal government agencies. 小蝌蚪视频. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board, #PDP 319. This course meets the qualifications for 14.5 hours of continuing professional development credit for Speech-Language Pathologists or Audiologists, as required by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board.
小蝌蚪视频. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Provider Number: 50-399. This course qualifies for 14.5 continuing education credits. Please note: Florida SLPs must select "Florida Speech-Language Pathologist" credit and complete the post-test and evaluation if they would like their participation submitted to FL CE Broker. Credit cannot be reported without a completed post-test and evaluation.
Approved for 17.5 continuing education clock hours for Kansas licensed Speech-Language Pathologists by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
Intermediate Level
1.45 ASHA CEUs
** Please note: To have participation reported to the ASHA CE Registry, Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists must attend the full activity and complete all requirements within 14 days of the conclusion of the program: pass the CE quiz with a score 80% or more, complete the evaluation, answer "YES" to the evaluation question about reporting to ASHA, and enter a valid ASHA ID number when prompted. Participation cannot be reported if any requirement is not met. ASHA CE Provider Approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
小蝌蚪视频. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
小蝌蚪视频. designates this live activity for a maximum of 14.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity qualifies for 880 continuing education minutes as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your activity advertisement and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific requirements.
Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant specializing in Geriatric Internal Medicine. He practices medicine in the greater Minneapolis area. In addition to his private practice, he has been on the faculty at the University of Utah since 1994 and has been involved in medicine for over 30 years.
Steven is the co-founder of Twin Cities Physicians, which serves older adults in nearly all levels of their care. He has presented nationally for over 15 years, primarily speaking about geriatric-related syndromes.
Steven is the author of Geriatric Pharmacology: The Principals of Practice & Clinical Recommendations, Second Edition and also sits on several boards whose purpose is to elevate the level of care in medicine for the patients they serve. Steven has been described as a “dynamic” educator and one of the most engaging presenters around.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Steven Atkinson is the founder and co-owner of Twin Cities Physicians and Midwest Geriatrics Services, and he is the owner of Mindful Geriatrics, LLC. He provides legal counseling services to medical professionals and receives compensation. Mr. Atkinson receives a fee for course development from Executive Links. He is adjunct faulty at the University of Utah. Mr. Atkinson receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from 小蝌蚪视频. He owns stocks/shares in Moderna, Inc. All relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.
Non-financial: Steven Atkinson is a member of the board for MDMA. He is a member of AMDA/PALTC, GMPA, and others. For a complete list, please contact info@pesi.com.
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2-Day 2025 Geriatric Conference
Mon, Nov 03, 2025 - 08:00am to Tue, Nov 04, 2025 - 05:00pm CST - Product Code LIP077515 Appleton, Wisconsin |
Please note: There will be a 70-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks; one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Lunch and break times will be announced by the speaker and at their discretion. A more detailed schedule is available upon request.
Please complete the CE quiz and/or evaluation within one week after the event.
Visit our FAQ page at www.pesi.com/faq or contact us at www.pesi.com/info.
DAY ONE
Session 1: Differentiating Dementias
DAY ONE
SESSION 1: DIFFERENTIATING DEMENTIAS
Distinguishing the various types of dementia is often difficult. This session provides tools to appropriately screen patients experiencing dementia, along with discussion of the most effective interventions to improve the care you provide.
SESSION 2: GERIATRIC PHARMACOLOGY: TOOLS FOR THE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL
For geriatric patients taking more than five medications, the statistical chance of a drug drug interaction or adverse event is 100%! For those experiencing an adverse drug event, one third will require additional treatment. This session will provide straightforward tools that will help you care for older adults receiving multiple medications.
SESSION 3: PAIN MANAGEMENT IN THE ELDERLY
This presentation will review the different categories of controlled substances and their appropriate use in the geriatric patient. Explore special considerations and tools to aid in prescribing and managing pain in the geriatric patient.
DAY TWO
SESSION 1: MANAGING GERIATRIC BEHAVIORS: WANDERING, AGGRESSION, MALNUTRITION AND MORE
Behaviors such as wandering, aggression and anxiety can pose significant barriers to the delivery of essential care. Geriatric syndromes such as malnutrition, dehydration and insomnia can diminish quality of life and threaten independence. This session will explore the most frequent problematic behaviors and discuss strategies to improve the care you provide to your geriatric patients.
SESSION 2: GERIATRIC EMERGENCIES
A high-energy, dynamic session filled with interesting case studies, insightful discussions and interactive learning. You will leave with practical techniques that you can apply right away – if you work with geriatric patients, you don’t want to miss this!
SESSION 3: Healthy Brain, Healthy Mind: Beyond Longevity
Tie all that we know about the longest living elders to understand not only about their longevity secrets, but also their health wisdom. Learn about extending a life filled with vibrant health, happiness, and meaning.
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