2 Contact Hours

This course introduces the upcoming changes in healthcare reimbursement from a passive perspective payment system (PPS) to a pay-for-performance (PFP) system, one that emphasizes outcomes and quality of services delivered and not quantity.  It demonstrates how therapists and managers can successfully implement a client-centered,  outcomes-based service delivery model, while still being able to meet and even exceed productivity and revenue expectations.  This course is appropriate for therapists of all levels.

Joel is an occupational therapist who specializes in neurological disorders in children and adults.  He received his Bachelors of Science (B.S) degree in occupational therapy from Keuka College (Keuka Park, NY) in 1995 and his post-graduate Masters of Science (M.S.) degree from Misericordia University (Dallas, PA) in 2010.  He holds a post-graduate certificate in pediatrics from Misericordia University (2006) and has worked in a variety of settings from out-patient pediatrics to in-patient adults.  Joel is an experienced author and instructor who has presented on a wide range of topics including stroke rehab, neuromuscular disorders, autism, sensory dysfunction, dementia, falls, and outcomes-based therapy.

• Interactive Online Classroom, or...


• Home Study Course - Printed course manual mailed to your door.


• Download and Print - Download and print the manual from your printer.

• Online Certificate - Receive a signed certificate automatically online after completing all online activities, quizzes, and the final exam.


• Mailed Certificate - Recieve a printed, signed certificate in the mail.

Availability: 24/7
Course Objectives: Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

1. Explain how staff development can enhance therapeutic opportunities.

2. Identify three ways to optimize therapy with minimal budget contraints.

3. Explain how to use creativity and functional activities to improve outcomes.

4. Identify at least five supplemental treatment strategies to drive revenue and improve outcomes.

5. Explain how communication and a consistent scheduling system will help advocate for quality care and make your department run more efficiently.

6. Explain how your future success depends on makiing appropriate job choices.