Course Offerings

2 Day Course (15.5 credit hours, 1.55 ASHA CEUs) (April 1&2,  June 3&4, Oct 7&8, Dec 2&3, 2023)

This cutting-edge, intensive course provides essential training for the dysphagia therapist.  The SLP will become knowledgeable on various esophageal disorders affecting the oropharyngeal stage of swallowing.  There is significant focus on improving diagnostic ability and treatment planning by learning to decipher primary oropharyngeal versus esophageal dysphagia.  The SLP will learn to identify laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) and GERD and become knowledgeable regarding available diagnostic evaluations and medical/ surgical management for esophageal dysphagia. Training is provided for advanced interpretation of FEES and MBS including implementation of the Reflux Finding Score (RFS) and esophageal sweep.  Consideration for appropriate candidacy for various tube feeding options is provided. Evaluation and treatment options for the xerostomic patient will be discussed. 

 2 hour Webinar (2 credit hours, 0.2 ASHA CEUs) (Live recorded webinar for individuals or groups, live Q & A following course with Julie, Mar 11, May 19, August 19, November 11, 2023)

This webinar is a “crash course” on esophageal dysphagia for the SLP. The clinician gains imperative knowledge on the interrelationship between the oropharynx and the esophagus. Primary esophageal disorders are highlighted. Differential diagnosis regarding primary oropharyngeal vs esophageal dysphagia will be discussed. Learn clinical and endoscopic signs and symptoms consistent with esophageal dysphagia and laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) on FEES. The implementation of the esophageal sweep on VFSS/ MBS and making recommendations is a primary focus in review of case studies. 

6-hour Course (6 credit hours, 0.6 ASHA CEUs)

**Private, live, one day course for groups only at this time** Private booking available by request**