Course Code: REL-RTS-0-EJMP
Hours: 2
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify ethical principles within physical therapy practice related to patient care, confidentiality, and informed consent including biomedical ethics, the APTA Code of Ethics, Standards of Ethical Conduct, and Core Values.
Recognize federal laws that impact ethical decision making in physical therapy.
Select appropriate responses to common ethical dilemmas in physical therapy using ethical standards.
Identify steps necessary to resolve ethical dilemmas.
Determine the responsibilities of PTs, PTAs, students, and therapy aides in the state of Massachusetts, including the supervision requirements.
Identify the requirements for PT/PTA license renewal and reinstatement, including continuing competency.
Recall at least five standards physical therapy facilities must meet.
Outline:
Section 1: Ethics and Morals
Morals Versus Ethics
Ethics Versus Laws
Ms. Madan
Compliance and Reporting Violations
Key Takeaways
Section 2: The APTA Ethical Codes and Core Values
APTA Core Ethical Documents
APTA Core Values
Practice Applying the Ethical Codes
Cultural Humility
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Solving Ethical Dilemmas
Addressing Ethical Dilemmas in Clinical Practice
8 Steps to Resolve an Ethical Dilemma
Review
Handling the Outcome
Key Takeaways
Section 4: General Provisions (CMR 2.00)
Overview
Licensure
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Continuing Competence (CMR 7.00)
Continuing Competence Requirements
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Physical Therapy Facilities
Facility Licensure and Requirements
Facility Compliance
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 7: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Subject Matter Expert: William Fogarty PT, DPT, cert. MDT
William earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northeastern University. He is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy and enjoys treating patients with spinal and extremity orthopedic conditions in the outpatient setting. He is also experienced in providing rehabilitation for balance/vestibular problems and telehealth physical therapy to patients with chronic pain and post-operative impairments.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Beginner level Physical Therapist; Beginner level Physical Therapist Assistant; in the following settings: Assisted Living Facility, Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORFs), Hospitals: Acute, Rehabilitation Settings, Skilled Nursing Facility.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.