The Online PTA Vestibular Competency program is composed of a 2 part Vestibular courses series . The online course series provides clinically focused information and instruction regarding evidenced-based evaluation and treatment of vestibular disorders. Completion of the PTA Vestibular Comp. program will enable clinicians to treat a variety of simple and complex vestibular disorders.
PTA Vestibular Competency Level 1 - An Introduction to Vestibular Rehab
The Cert. VRT program intended for physical therapists enhance their clinical decision making and grow their vestibular clinical practice.
Online Anatomy Pre-Course
Each course in the Vestibular Competency program includes a detailed online foundational pre-course. The online VRT foundations coursework provides a review of vestibular anatomy and physiology, cevical spine anatomy and function, as well as introduction to a patient-response driven treatment philosophy for Vestibular Rehab.
Hands-on Training
Learn the examination techniques to differentiate red flag disorders and vestibular dysfunction. The Vestibular Competency program will teach you differential diagnosis for vestibular conditions such as BPPV, Vestibular Hypofunction, Cervicogenic Dizziness, and more! Each course will teach you treatment progressions for for simple and complex vestibular dysfunctions.
Interactive Lectures
Evidence-based lectures will teach how to evaluate and manage patients with vestibular disorders. We utilize a variety of education materials to promote clinical learning via lecture, video, and hands on lab sessions. Vestibular Rehab Certification is intended to enhance the clinician’s ability to determine the appropriateness of vestibular rehabilitation and identify indications for further medical/diagnostic consultation.
Competency Examinations
The cornerstone of the Vestibular Competency Program is the competency training. All course participants will complete written, oral and practical competency exams to ensure expert knowledge related to vestibular rehabilitation.
Vestibular Update Courses
Refresh your vestibular knowledge and enhance your clinical practice!