Geriatric Care Certification for PTs and PTAs

With 10,000 people turning 65 every day, the demand for certified geriatric therapists is skyrocketing. Stand out in your field and enhance your expertise with our comprehensive certification training program designed specifically for rehab professionals.

Learn practical solutions from 16 accomplished clinicians who share their expertise on the most challenging real-life situations in geriatric care. Driven by the real needs of physical therapists, our program provides you with the latest advancements in geriatric rehab you can use right away in any setting, from home health to skilled nursing facilities.

Design and implement exercise programs that significantly reduce fall risk
Enhance functional mobility and gait for patients with neurodegenerative disorders, strokes, and other common conditions.
Implement safe and effective exercise programs catered to the unique needs of geriatric patients
Comprehensive pain management strategies for older adults with comorbidities
Integrate innovative techniques like gamification to keep treatments engaging and fun
Expand your treatment toolbox for common conditions seen in older adults: osteoporosis, vestibular issues, TBI, and more!

Enroll now and receive your certification as a Certified Geriatric Care Professional (CGCP)*, a $249.99 value, absolutely FREE. This prestigious certification will set you apart as a trusted expert in geriatric care, expanding your career opportunities and enhancing your professional credibility.

Take the Next Step in Your Career! Stay ahead of the curve and make a real difference in the lives of older adults.

Enroll Today and Transform Your Practice!

Certification in Geriatric Care
Evidence-Based Approaches for Fall Prevention, Pain Management and Functional Mobility

Valued at $2,269.83
Yours for Only $149.97 Today!

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Enhance Your Expertise with Cutting-Edge Techniques and Practical Solutions
Includes up to 31.75 CE Hours AND Certification!
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Simple Path to Certification:

In just 10 focused, self-paced training sessions, you can earn CE hours as you go, and add CGCP credentials to your name, and elevate your credibility in geriatric care.

Regain Functional Capacity with Exercise as Medicine

Skillfully evaluate older patients for gait, balance, strength, coordination, and more
Design safe and effective exercise plans tailored to older adults
Use gamification to make treatments engaging and enjoyable
Re-condition patients to improve ADL performance and promote active living
Explore the latest advances in strength training for older adults
Implement a fresh, new approach to go beyond basic activities
Effectively work with cardiovascular patients, COPD, CVA, MS, and osteoporosis

Fall Prevention & Treatment Essentials

Conduct thorough assessments and fall risk predictions
Utilize tools to address and alleviate the fear of falling
Apply advanced techniques in gait training
Exercises to improve strength and dynamic balance
Techniques to restore functional mobility
Address the increased risk of falls associated with polypharmacy
Parameters for safely and effectively intensifying rehab

Practical Solutions to Address Incontinence

Expose common misconceptions about incontinence
External pelvic floor exercises
Utilize non-invasive behavioral techniques for incontinence management

Level Up Your Treatment for Common Conditions Seen in Older Adults

Osteoporosis
Neurodegenerative disorders
Vestibular issues
Stroke
TBI
And more!

Multifaceted Approaches to Pain Management

Help clients manage pain with adaptable exercises
Integrate manual therapy into pain management plans
Use mindfulness exercises to help manage pain

Enhance Social Engagement & Mental Health

Use assessment combos to discern dementia from mental health issues
Incorporate mental health into interventions directly and indirectly
Implement simple routine changes to increase independence and social involvement
Conduct welfare checks and report on vulnerable adults

Specialized Skills for Working with Dementia

Perform cognitive assessments and use them to guide interventions
Differentiate between behavior management and environmental modifications
Provide specialized end-of-life care for dementia patients

Maximize Reimbursement: Tips for Billing & Documentation

Enhance your documentation skills to support billing and reimbursement efforts

Certification in Geriatric Care
Evidence-Based Approaches for Fall Prevention, Pain Management and Functional Mobility

Valued at $2,269.83 — Only $149.97 Today!

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Enhance Your Expertise with Cutting-Edge Techniques and Practical Solutions
Includes up to 31.75 CE Hours AND Certification!
Credit details | Course objectives and outline

BONUS PACKAGE: Enhance Your Professional Growth

Take advantage of 6 bonus sessions tailored to expand your skillset and elevate your impact in geriatric therapy — These sessions include CE hours, over $800 value, FREE!

Osteoporosis: Building a Foundation

Payal Sahni, PT, MPT, DPT

Many are familiar with osteoporosis, but few know it causes 2 million fractures annually, affecting one in two women and one in four men. This course equips rehab professionals to recognize risk factors, understand bone metabolism, and perform osteoporosis evaluations in a rehabilitation setting.

Advances in Strength Training for Older Adults

Jamie Miner, PT, DPT, GCS

Older adults need you now more than ever before. The isolation of the pandemic has resulted in significantly less physical activity and increased muscle atrophy. This evidence-based training will help your patients regain their functional capacity!

Improving Body Awareness in the Neurodegenerative Population

Carlene Rimes, OTR

For neurodegenerative disorders, traditional rehab focusing solely on strength and ROM often falls short. This session introduces a holistic, neuro-rewiring approach using neuroplasticity techniques to enhance coordination, and body awareness, and accurately track neurodegenerative changes, optimizing your treatment plans.

You are more than a Geriatric Therapist! How to Think Bigger

Kara Welke, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, CAPS, SHSS
Sue Doyle, PHD, OTR/L, CAPS, SHSS

Your unique skillset is in demand beyond traditional clinical roles in skilled nursing, rehab hospitals, and home health. This session explores current and future trends, offering ideas for programs and business opportunities to help therapy professionals make a bigger impact on the geriatric population.

Improve Your Influence and Impact on the Geriatric Industry

Michael Chua, PT, DPT, CDP, CADDCT, CCI, SFS

Learn to improve your influence and impact in the geriatric industry by following the MENTOR method: meeting a need in your field, educating and empowering your niche, networking, building a winning team, providing one-on-one coaching, and achieving recurring revenue for financial independence. This session will guide you through each step to enhance your professional presence and success.

Skills to Coach: Improving the Client Experience One Conversation at a Time

Jill Garaffa, MS, OTR/L, PCC

Experience for yourself why so many healthcare professionals are adding coaching to their arsenal. Unlock the secrets to happy patients who feel seen, heard, & understood! These skills can be applied to any patient population setting to improve both patient outcomes and the overall patient experience.

Meet Your Course Experts

Jimmy Stout, DPT
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Payal Sahni, PT, MPT, DPT
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Jamie Miner, PT, DPT, GCS
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Colleen Sleik, PT, DPT, OCS, NCS
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Michael Chua, PT, DPT, CDP, CADDCT, CCI, SFS
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Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA
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Tony Mitterling, DPT, PWR!moves
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Kara Welke, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, CAPS, SHSS
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Sue Doyle, PHD, OTR/L, CAPS, SHSS
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Erin N. Lindberg, OTR/L, PCES, IMH-C, BCB-PMD
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Megan Dooley, OTD, OTR/L, LSVT-BIG, CLIPP, CBIS, Skills2Care
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Lizette Cloete OTR/L CADDCT, CDP
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Carlene Rimes, OTR
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Sydney Marshman, OTD, OTR/L, CEAS, CHES
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Jill Garaffa, MS, OTR/L, PCC
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Clarice Grote, MS, OTR/L
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Your Peers are Raving about this Course!

"The therapists' dedication to their respective roles brought the level of energy and excitement to serve others to a high level. I learned from dedicated and caring therapists about a variety of diagnoses and treatments as well as business strategies applicable to my current physical therapy and coaching practice. I recommend the Online Course for all therapists who want to deepen and broaden their scope of practice." — Teresa M., PT

"WOW. Excellent. This was all great info, speakers top notch." — Eric S. PTA

"The Geriatric Online Course was filled with helpful and practical information, not only for fellow geriatric clinicians but for those of us who have parents that are aging and have mobility or cognitive issues. I got so much value out of listening to the speakers." — Jill G., OT

"There was a lot of good information that was very applicable to practice. Lots of good ideas." — Quin N. PT

"Every speaker was interesting and had practical information to share on their topic." — Pat M. PT

"I have to say that I was so impressed with the Geriatric Online Course! The variety and quality of topics and presenters was incredible. I am very thankful for the opportunity to learn from everyone, and especially at such a reasonable cost!" — Joy T., OT

"Positive, encouraging presenters, innovative ideas and making new information very accessible." — Hillary F., PTA

Certification Made Simple

It's never been easier to become a Certified Geriatric Care Professional (CGCP):

Step 1: Watch this online course.
Step 2: Complete the CE test(s) and instantly print your certificate(s) of completion.
Step 3: Submit the Certification Questionnaire included in this training, and your application is complete.*

That's it! No hidden fees. No catch. Just certification made EASY.

*Professional standards apply. Learn more at www.evergreencertifications.com/cgcp

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn and get credit as you go! In 10 easy and short video modules, that you can watch around your own busy schedule, you'll get the necessary training to become a Certified Geriatric Care Professional and stand out as the therapist who understands the complexities and rewards of working with older adults.

Your registration includes unlimited on-demand access to...

Falls: Let's Prepare for What We Can't Prevent — Jimmy Stout, DPT
Live Without Leaks: Solutions for Incontinence — Erin N. Lindberg, OTR/L, PCES, IMH-C, BCB-PMD
Treating Geriatric Low Back Pain — Jamie Miner, PT, DPT, GCS
What if it's Not BPPV? — Colleen Sleik, PT, DPT, OCS, NCS
Dementia Made Simple — Lizette Cloete OTR/L CADDCT, CDP
Stay Advanced: Stroke Rehabilitation for Sever Hemiplegia — Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA
Older Adults and Mental Health — Sydney Marshman, OTD, OTR/L, CEAS, CHES
Pain Management: A Guide to Helping Older Individuals Manage Pain — Megan Dooley, OTD, OTR/L, LSVT-BIG, CLIPP, CBIS, Skills2Care
The Impact of Medicare Reimbursement on Therapy Provision — Clarice Grote, MS, OTR/L
Vulnerable Adult Reporting Vs. Welfare Check — Tony Mitterling, DPT, PWR!moves

Submit the Certification Questionnaire included in this training, and your application is complete.*

That's it! No hidden fees. No catch. Just certification made EASY.

*Professional standards apply. Learn more at www.evergreencertifications.com/cgcp

Absolutely! Our course is designed to be flexible, allowing you to learn on your own schedule at your own pace.

In addition to the trainings needed to become a Certified Geriatric Care Professional, you will also receive Unlimited Access to these bonus trainings that include CEUs, for no additional charge!

You are more than a Geriatric Therapist! How to think Bigger — Kara Welke, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, CAPS, SHSS & Sue Doyle, PHD, OTR/L, CAPS, SHSS
Osteoporosis: Building a Foundation — Payal Sahni, PT, MPT, DPT
Improve Your Influence and Impact in the Geriatric Industry — Michael Chua, PT, DPT, CDP, CADDCT, CCI, SFS
Improving Body Awareness in the Neurodegenerative Population — Carlene Rimes, OTR
Advances in Strength Training for Older Adults — Jamie Miner, PT, DPT, GCS
Skills to Coach: Improving the Client Experience One Conversation at a Time — Jill Garaffa, MS, OTR/L, PCC

Certification in Geriatric Care
Evidence-Based Approaches for Fall Prevention, Pain Management and Functional Mobility

Valued at $2,269.83
Yours for Only $149.97 Today!

SIGN ME UP!

Enhance Your Expertise with Cutting-Edge Techniques and Practical Solutions
Includes up to 31.75 CE Hours AND Certification!
Credit details | Course objectives and outline

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