Everyday Ethics: Core Knowledge for Occupational Therapy Practitioners and Educators
By AOTA Ethics Commission
Member Price: $73.00
Non-Member Price: $103.50
Order #4827
Earn .3 AOTA CEU (3 NBCOT PDUs/3 contact hours)
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The AOTA Press publication Reference Guide to the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics, 2008 Edition is a required text for successfully completing this course.
Foundational information related to ethics and the AOTA “Ethics Standards” (Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics (2005), Core Values and Attitudes, and Guidelines to the Code of Ethics). Developed by the AOTA Ethics Commission, the CD contains an audio presentation accompanied by a rich visual media presentation designed to reinforce the audio portion of the course. A version of the media presentation suitable for printing and note taking is included. Also on the CD are numerous additional resources that will be referred to and integrated into the course content. The resources are also designed to serve as valuable tools for everyday practice and education after completion of the course.
The course material will help practitioners and educators identify and analyze ethical dilemmas, provide a framework for making ethical decisions, identify the different agencies involved in regulating the profession of occupational therapy and their roles, and identify a process for filing and handling complaints related to ethical violations.
Learning Objectives
After completing this CE on CD™, you will be able to
- Recognize the role of ethics as a professional responsibility.
- Identify basic information related to ethics, ethical principles, and approaches.
- Apply ethical concepts to everyday situations and diverse roles in occupational therapy.
- Recognize the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) structure and agency oversight, which supports professional occupational therapy conduct.
- Recognize the role of self-reflection of one’s own practice to promote ethical behavior.
- Apply material from the Reference Guide for the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics (AOTA, 2008) to support ethical practice in all professional roles.
Content Focus
Category 3: Professional Issues, Contemporary Issues & Trends
Target Audience
Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants
Content Level
Intermediate
CE Credit - New Exam and Certificate Feature!
You will be able to take the exam online immediately following the seminar. Participants receive a continuing education certificate for .3 AOTA CEU (3 NBCOT PDUs/3 contact hours) after successful completion of the exam with a score of 80% or better.
To Retake Exam
If you are not successful in passing the CEonCD™ exam, you may opt to retake it a second time for a processing fee of $12.00. To retake the exam, call 877-404-AOTA.
System Requirements
- Internet connection
- A CD player
- PowerPoint® on your computer to access the slides (if you do not have PowerPoint®, a link to obtain it without cost will be available)
- An email address is required to access the CE on CD™ exam and certificate online
Additional Information
Ways to order: Call 877-404-AOTA (2682) Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m. EST, Fax 301-206-9789, or order online by clicking the Order Now link above.
An e-mail address is required for ordering a CE on CD™. Once your order has been placed, you will receive an e-mail confirmation within 2 business days granting you access to the exam. Expedited ordering is available by calling 877-404-AOTA. An additional $15 processing fee will be charged.
Payment Questions
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Access Questions
Members: 1-800-SAY-AOTA ext. 2837
Nonmembers and Local: 301-652-AOTA ext. 2837
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