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Vestibular Rehabilitation Certification

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Overview

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Hybrid Vestibular Rehabilitation & Concussion Certification

The American Institute of Balance is excited to announce the Vestibular Rehabilitation Certification workshop is now available in a hybrid model, consisting of combined online and live components! It is the same content as the well-respected AIB live, 3-day Vestibular Rehabilitation Certification Workshop, with less travel and time away from home and work required! This new platform allows the clinician the flexibility to complete the online portion of the course at a self-pace without the demand of attending a pre-determined, scheduled workshop. This combined 19.5-hour course consists of 12.0 hours of self-paced online content, followed by a one-day, 7.5-hour live course.

After completion of the online component, participants have the option to attend the one-day hands-on clinical competency course. This will be conducted in 11 major US cities as the final component for certification. To ensure a complete, comprehensive learning experience, we encourage participants to attend the one-day, live, hands-on course AFTER completion of the online course.

Renu Narayanan, PT
Renu Narayanan, PT
 Anna Owenby, OTD
Anna Owenby, OTD
Cari Pellegrino, PT, DPT
Cari Pellegrino, PT, DPT
Carrie Watson, PT, DPT
Carrie Watson, PT, DPT
 Emily Nichols, PT, DPT
Emily Nichols, PT, DPT
Kimi Smith, PT, DPT
Kimi Smith, PT, DPT
Mallory Quiggle, DPT
Mallory Quiggle, DPT
Mike Headtke, PTA
Mike Headtke, PTA
Nicole Kuech, PTA
Nicole Kuech, PTA
Ruchi Acharya, PT, DPT
Ruchi Acharya, PT, DPT
Andrew Rumler, PT
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Carrie Watson, PT, DPT
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Carrie Watson, PT, DPT
Emily Nichols, PT, DPT
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Kimi Smith, PT, DPT
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Mallory Quiggle, DPT
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Mike Headtke, PTA
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Nicole Kuech, PTA
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Ruchi Acharya, PT, DPT
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Andrew Rumler, PT
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Certification

Certification is earned once participants have completed BOTH the online and live portions and have passed BOTH the written exam for the online component, and the competency-based exam during the one-day live component.

AIB’s 2-year certification is included in the price of the tuition.  Certification is earned once participants have completed BOTH the online and live portions and have passed BOTH a written exam for the online component, and a competency-based exam for the one-day live component.

 

CERTIFICATION POLICY

 

 

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Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors.
*AIB Certification does not supersede an individual’s professional scope of practice as determined by their governing professional Association, Society or State License.
**Please note, faculty will vary dependent on location and date of the workshop.
***The student-faculty ratio at the American Institute of Balance is no greater than 16:1

 

Course Description

This combined 19.5 hour, competency-based course will be the foundation for the learner as a Certified Vestibular Specialist. The course will expand upon introductory coursework for vestibular dysfunction as it relates to benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), and vestibular hypo-function, including assessment and rehabilitation. Canalith repositioning maneuvers (CRM) and vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) protocols are included as part of the comprehensive management plan for identifiable vestibular and balance system disorders. Evidence-based integration into management principles will be disseminated throughout both the online and live components of the course.    

Content Overview

  • An overview of vestibular anatomy and physiology
  • Understanding sensory integration of equilibrium
  • Disorders affecting vestibular function
  • Evaluation and Management of Vestibular Disorders, including BPPV
  • BPPV diagnosis & treatment – Canalith Repositioning Maneuvers with manual training
  • Evaluation and Management of Cervicogenic Dizziness
  • Neurophysiology of Central Compensation 
  • VRT protocols: adaptation, habituation, and substitution for patient-centered therapy
  • Comprehensive training materials for therapy programs
  • Psychogenic factors affecting VRT outcomes

Learning Objectives

  • Describe peripheral and central vestibular anatomy and physiology
  • Explain the concept of central compensation and those factors affecting it
  • Name the most common otologic and non-otologic conditions which may cause dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance
  • Demonstrate the most sensitive bedside/clinical evaluation protocols which identify candidates for treatment and proper triage and management
  • Differentiate vestibular test abnormalities that identify patients who are “appropriate” candidates for therapy.
  • Use diagnosis based strategies for designing and implementing a comprehensive vestibular rehabilitation program.
  • Apply specific therapy protocols within individualized programs for patients.
  • Select and perform the appropriate Canalith Repositioning Maneuvers for all forms of BPPV.
  • Describe the relationship of the cervical spine in the management of the “dizzy” patient.
Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors.



The American Institute of Balance is approved by the American Academy of Audiology to offer Academy CEUs for this activity. The program is worth a maximum of 1.95 CEUs. Academy approval of this continuing education activity is based on course content only and does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedure, or adherence of the event to the Academy’s Code of Ethics. Any views that are presented are those of the presenter/CE Provider and not necessarily of the American Academy of Audiology.

**Please note, faculty will vary dependent on location and date of the workshop.
***The student-faculty ratio at the American Institute of Balance is no greater than 16:1

                                                                                                                                                               

Target Audience

  • Physical Therapists
  • Physical Therapist Assistants
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants
  • Audiologists
  • Physicians (MD, DO)
  • Athletic Trainers

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CEU

 

CEUs for the online component and the one-day live component can be individually issued upon completion. Please note, CEU approval may vary from state to state. This continuing education activity is based on course content only and does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedure.  
Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors
This workshop is approved for a total of combined  19.5 credit hours. (This will vary depending on your state guidelines)


The American Institute of Balance is approved by the American Academy of Audiology to offer Academy CEUs for this activity. The program is worth a maximum of 1.95 CEUs. Academy approval of this continuing education activity is based on course content only and does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedure, or adherence of the event to the Academy’s Code of Ethics. Any views that are presented are those of the presenter/CE Provider and not necessarily of the American Academy of Audiology.

 

Hybrid CEU Information & Approved States

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