This informative course will provide an overview of the science, clinical application and portability of Interactive Metronome for adults with a variety of conditions in order to accelerate and exceed functional rehabilitation outcomes.  In addition, participants will be introduced to the IM Fall Risk Reduction Program, a revolutionary approach that emphasizes the use of IM training in inpatient, outpatient and home healthcare settings to directly address areas of patient function that contribute to falls: impaired balance and gait, transfers, attention, impulsivity and fear of falling.  Cases will be discussed. 

*Contact hours/ASHA and AOTA CEUs are offered pending successful completion of a written exam at the end of the course.  

Target Audience:
This webinar welcomes the following professionals who have completed the Interactive Metronome Certification Course.

• Audiologist
• Speech and Language Pathologist
• Speech and Language Pathology Asst
• Occupational Therapist
• Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Physical Therapist
• Physical Therapy Asst
• Athletic Trainer
• Educator
• Psychologist
• Psychiatrist
• Neurologist
• Chiropractic Care Professional
• Licensed Medical, Rehabilitation or Mental Health Professional
• Music Therapist
• Other (Please Specify)

Instructional Level:
Introductory

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• List the 4 major components of motor learning and how IM impacts each;
• Name at least 3 areas of function that may be positively impacted by timing & rhythm training.
*Note: This course covers information that pertains to licensed therapists and therapy assistants.  OTA and PTA professionals must practice IM under the supervision of a licensed OT or PT.

 Specific Learning Outcomes for Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists:

• Provide a minimum of 3 references that provide evidence of the effectiveness of Interactive Metronome for cognitive and communication disorders; 
• Name 3 conditions commonly seen by Speech-Language Pathologists in adult rehabilitation that may benefit from timing & rhythm training with Interactive Metronome.
*Note: This course covers information that pertains to licensed therapists and therapy assistants.  SLPA professionals must practice IM under the supervision of a licensed SLP.