January 18 – February 28 2025
$500
Functional electrical stimulation (FES) is a valuable therapeutic tool for the restoration and retraining of voluntary motor function, and is commonly used in the treatment of patients with spinal cord injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy. Physical therapists and occupational therapists will benefit from the evidence-based, clinically focused approach to FES provided in this course, which includes six weeks of online instruction comprised of pre-recorded lectures, live webinars, self-directed hands-on activities, additional readings, and online quizzes. The course is designed for therapists based nationally and internationally to advance their knowledge and practice in the use of FES.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
This online course is organized into six units, each of which is covered in one week of class time. Over the course of each week, you are expected to watch one pre-recorded lecture (0.5-1 hours), participate in one live webinar (1 hour) (webinars are recorded for those with scheduling conflicts), and complete one or two short self-directed hands-on activities. In addition, online quizzes are scheduled each week and discussion boards are open for ongoing Q&A about course content. You can expect to spend between four and six hours per week on the course.
Live webinars will be scheduled based on learner availability.
Kristin Musselman BSc, BScPT, MSc, PhD
Please register here: https://form.jotform.com/uoftpt/FES-Registration
Refund for withdrawal from the course is subject to a $75.00 administration fee and must be made 5 days prior to the commencement of a course.
We reserve the right to cancel this course if there is insufficient registrants.