Contemporary Legal Issues in Physical Therapy Clinical Education

This webinar brings together a panel of experts to explore common legal issues within clinical education. Specifically, a case-based approach will be used to discuss: -How to be confident that you can dismiss a student. -Legal issues around common accommodations in clinical education. The panel addresses participant questions related to contemporary issues in PT clinical education, such as: criminal background checks, telehealth supervision, medical/legal marijuana use, COVID (exposure and vaccine; potential resultant delayed graduation and legal ramifications). Target audience: PT educators, Academic Faculty, Clinical Educators, and Clinical Instructors. Learning objectives -Identify when it is necessary to reach out to general counsel and when it is not. -Be able to explain the importance of policy and procedure in clinical education. -Be able to justify the University’s stance on marijuana use and ability to participate in the clinic (including in states where there is legal use). -Be confident that the institution is in appropriate legal standing when dismissing a student. -Be able to revise/draft your current policy and procedures based on what are considered reasonable accommodations in clinical education. CEU: 0.10 Speakers -Jen Becnel-Guzzo, JD, University of Delaware, Deputy General Counsel -Maria Cusson, PT, JD, Quinnipiac University, Director of Clinical Education -Anne Jannarone, MEd, EdS, Georgia Tech, Director of Disability Services -Patrick Pabian, DPT, PhD, University of Central Florida, Program Director -Ellen Wruble, PT, DScPT, University of Delaware, Program Director An email will be sent confirming your purchase and a link will be sent with instructions to access the recording.