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<title>EmPro Series: Vocational Assessment, Life Care Planning, and Transferrable Skills Analysis</title>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/107438"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/em-pro-webinars-june-2025.png" width="550" alt="Vocational Assessment, Life Care Planning, and Transferrable Skills Analysis" /></a>&nbsp;</p>
<h4><strong>July 11,&nbsp;18, &amp; 25</strong><br />
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  9am PT | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET</h4>
<p><strong><em>$150 for Members //</em></strong><em><strong> $200 for Non-members</strong></em></p>
<p><strong>Length:</strong>&nbsp;1 hour per session (3-part series)<br />
  <strong>Credits:&nbsp;</strong>3.0 CEs have been applied for the following credits: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, and CRC-CVE. Must attend all sessions live or on-demand and complete the survey to receive credit. </p>
<p>This three-part webinar series is designed specifically for emerging professionals looking to build a strong foundation in vocational rehabilitation, life care planning, and transferrable skills analysis. Whether you're new to the field or expanding your scope of practice, these sessions will equip you with essential knowledge and tools to navigate assessments, develop evidence-based reports, and apply traditional methodologies with confidence.&nbsp;Participants will leave with practical insights, real-world examples, and a clearer understanding of best practices. </p>
<h3>Sessions:</h3>
<p><strong>Friday, July 11:&nbsp;A Guide to Vocational Assessments and Evaluations</strong> <em>with Mallory Houser, MS, CRC, CVE</em></p>
<p><strong>Friday, July 18:&nbsp;A Comparative Review of Life Care Planning and Earning Capacity Analysis Foundations&nbsp;</strong><em>with&nbsp;Michael A. Fryar, M.S., RN, CRC, CCM, CLCP, QRP and Betsy Keesler, BSN, RN, CLCP</em></p>
<p><strong>Friday, July 25:&nbsp;Old School Transferrable Skills Analysis&nbsp;</strong><em>with&nbsp;Kacy Turner, Vocational Consultant and Life Care Planner</em></p>
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<title>California Chapter Webinar: Is the D.O.T. Dead?</title>
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<h2><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/104262"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/iarp-ca-chapter-webinar-2025.png" width="550" alt="Is the D.O.T. Dead?" /></a>&nbsp;</h2>
<h4><strong>Tuesday, June 17, 2025</strong><br />
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12:00 pm PT | 1:00 pm MT |&nbsp;2:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm ET</h4>
<p><strong><em>$25 for Members //</em></strong><em><strong>&nbsp;$45 for Non-members</strong></em></p>
<p><strong>Length:</strong>&nbsp;1 hour<br />
  <strong>Credits:&nbsp;</strong>1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE and CRC-CVE</p>
<p>The Dictionary of Occupational Titles has not been updated since 1991. It has been the primary reference for Occupational research, identification of jobs and job titles, and a foundation for the job analysis process. Since 1991, job titles and associated job definitions have become obsolete, have changed for job duties and responsibilities, and has become a questionable reference for forensic experts involved with social security vocational evaluations, personal injury vocational evaluations, and employment law evaluations. With the emergence of the ORS, questions regarding the use of the DOT have been increasing. This presentation reviews the DOT and identifies what can we continue to use and what do we have to reject.</p>
<h3>Speakers:</h3>
<p><strong>Roderick Stoneburner, M.S., ICVE, IPEC, ABVE and Frank Diaz, California Chapter - Legislative Chair</strong></p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 9 May 2025 22:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Upcoming Webinar: IARP California State of the Chapter: 2024 Year in Review</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<h4><strong>Wednesday, April 23, 2025</strong></h4>
<h4><strong>12:00 pm PT; 1:00 pm MT; 2:00 pm CT; 3:00 pm ET</strong></h4>
<p><strong><em>FREE</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> $40 for Non-Members  </strong></p>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 hour<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong>1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: CRC-CVE (PENDING APPROVAL)</p>
<p>The IARP California Chapter will be hosting a State of the Chapter webinar to update our members on chapter activities and plans, discuss the current IARP California chapter election, discuss Board activities and accomplishments in 2024, share our vision for the chapter going into 2025, and solicit input from California chapter members on furthering professional development opportunities and engagement of membership.<br>
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  The California chapter has been revived and has been working hard. We are looking for chapter members to fill vacancies in our Executive and Section Board as Secretary, President-Elect, and Members-at-Large. This will entail a one-hour telephone meeting on the second or third Tuesday of each month from 4pm-5pm PST. We need YOU to participate with us to facilitate further growth and activity of our chapter and allow us to continue to advance the continued growth of our profession.<br>
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  We are happy to assist with providing letters of recommendation and with completing the nomination forms located at: <a href="https://rehabpro.org/page/election-nominations">https://rehabpro.org/page/election-nominations</a>.<br>
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The current Board would like to enhance member engagement and welcome suggestions from our California community of professionals. We look forward to speaking with you and providing updates on the exciting measures that the board has been taking to enhance our presence. We would love to hear our members&rsquo; feedback as well as ideas and suggestions for future activities. See you there!</p>

<p><strong>Learning objectives:</strong></p>
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  <li>Summarize the Board of Directors' 2024 activities, accomplishments, and vision for 2025 and beyond.</li>
  <li>Describe the professional opportunities for members of the CA chapter, including opportunities to serve on the Board and participate in elections.</li>
  <li>Analyze needs for continuing education, engagement, and goals related to the CA chapter.</li>
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<h3>Speakers:</h3>
<p>P. Steve Ramirez, M.S., CRC, IPEC; Jessica Bohne, M.Ed., CRC, CVE; Kelly Harvey, MS, PT, DPT, TPS, CLCP, CFCE; Jill Peterson, M.S., C.R.C.; Sherri Fernandez, M.S., CRC, CCM; Roderick Stoneburner, M.S., ICVE, IPEC, ABVE</p>

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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IARP Webinar: Suicide Risk and Disability</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>IARP Webinar: Suicide Risk and Disability: Understanding the Impact of Ableism and Marginalized Identity</h1>
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<h4><strong>Monday, March 3, 2025</strong><br />
    <br />11:00am PT | 12:00pm MT | 1:00pm CT | 2:00pm ET</h4>
<p><strong><em>FREE</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> $40 for Non-Members  </strong></p>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 hour<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong>1.0 CEs are applied for the following credits: CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRC-CVE, and CVRP (pending approval). Credit is contingent upon attendance and completion of the post-event survey.</p>
<p>In this presentation, we will delve into the intersection of ableism, marginalized identity, and suicide risk assessment in the context of individuals with disabilities. We will explore how the experiences of marginalization contribute to heightened vulnerability to suicide among individuals with disabilities. Additionally, we will examine how ableism impacts how mental health needs are perceived and addressed. Understanding the intersection of ableism and marginalized identity is critical for developing comprehensive suicide risk assessment strategies that account for the unique needs and challenges faced by this population. Through this presentation, we aim to foster awareness, empathy, and actionable insights for counselors to effectively address suicide risk assessment and prevention within the disability community.</p>

<p><strong>Learning objectives:</strong></p>
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    <li>Recognize the intersectionality of ableism, marginalized identity, and suicide risk assessment in individuals with disabilities.</li>
    <li>Integrate the understanding of the intersectionality of ableism and marginalized identity into the development of comprehensive suicide risk assessment.</li>
    <li>Develop awareness, empathy, and practical tools to effectively address suicide risk assessment and prevention within the disability community.</li>
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<h3>Speaker:</h3>
<p><strong>Kayla Acklin, PhD, LPC, PMH-C, NCC</strong></p>

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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 21:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>New! ORS Training Series: Practical Applications of ORS in your Testimony</title>
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<h4><strong>Thursdays: January 30, February 6, February 13, February 20 (4-part series)</strong><br />
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  3:30pm PT, 4:30pm MT, 5:30pm CT, 6:30pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>IARP Members $200 </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $300 </strong></p>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1.5 hours per session<br />
  <strong>Credits:</strong> IARP will <strong>not</strong> be applying for credit.</p>
<p>Join IARP for a new four-part series featuring speakers Michelle Aliff, PhD, CRC, CVE and Amy E Vercillo ScD, CRC, CDMS, LRC. </p>
<p>These four sessions will cover the new SSR 24-3p, which replaced SSR 00-4p. It is recommended that prior to attending these sessions you have reviewed previous ORS training sessions made available by IARP as well as have a general familiarity with ORS. These sessions will include instruction, break out rooms and actual calculation of numbers. A spreadsheet will be provided. There will be assignments in between the weeks because the effective use of ORS requires practice and time.</p>
<p><em>This event will not be recorded or available on-demand. Please plan accordingly to attend live.</em></p>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IARP Webinar: Professional Certifications in Life Care Planning</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>IARP Webinar: Professional Certifications in Life Care Planning</h1>
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<h4><strong>Tuesday, February 4</strong><br />
    <br />9:00 am PT, 10:00 am MT, 11:00 am CT, 12:00 pm ET</h4>
<p><strong><em>FREE</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> $40 for Non-Members  </strong></p>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 hour<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong>1.0 CEs are applied for the following credits: CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRC-CVE, and CVRP (pending approval). Credit is contingent upon attendance and completion of the post-event survey.</p>
<p>There are currently 11 certifications prevalent to life care planning and two accrediting bodies for such certifications. This webinar addresses each of the certifications along with accreditations standards and considers why so many exist within the scope of the subspecialty practice of life care planning. Further, what qualifies an expert in federal testimony is explored and the answer is offered to be the totality of education, experience, training, knowledge and skills, in which the certifications assist with verification of within the Federal Rules of Evidence.</p>

<p><strong>Learning objectives:</strong></p>
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    <li>Identify the 11 credentials available to those who prepare life care plans.</li>
    <li>Explain the criteria and requirements of each credential available to those who prepare life care plans.</li>
    <li>Analyze admissibility and the role of certifications in supporting expert qualification under Federal Rules of Evidence.</li>
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<h3>Speakers:</h3>
<p><strong>Cloie B. Johnson</strong></p>
<p><strong>Anthony J. Choppa</strong></p>
<p><strong>Alana Bomberger</strong></p>
<p><strong>Nick Choppa</strong></p>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 21:28:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IARP Webinar Series: AI 101 for Rehabilitation Professionals</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>IARP Webinar Series: AI 101 for Rehabilitation Professionals</h1>
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<h4><strong>Friday, January 17 &amp; Friday, January 24 (2-part series)</strong><br />
    <br /> 12:00 pm PT, 1:00 pm MT, 2:00 pm CT, 3:00pm ET</h4>
    <p><strong><em>$150</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $200 </strong></p>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1.5 hours per session<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong>3.0 CEs are pending approval for the following credits: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, and CRC-CVE, with a request for Ethics-specific credit for CLCP-MSCC and CRC. <strong>Must attend BOTH sessions live or on-demand to receive credit.</strong>    CE approval codes valid through January 2026.</p>
<p>Discover new opportunities in artificial intelligence for rehabilitation practice with IARP's two-part webinar series. In Part 1, you'll grasp fundamental AI concepts, explore accessible tools, and discuss the benefits and challenges of AI integration.
    Part 2 delves into practical applications, showcasing how AI can enhance vocational evaluations, life care planning, and personalized rehabilitation strategies, while addressing critical ethical considerations. Join us to gain insights, discover real-world
    applications, and prepare for the future of rehabilitation with AI.</p>

<p><strong>Learning objectives:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Part 1</strong></p>
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    <li>Define fundamental AI concepts.</li>
    <li>Identify different AI technologies and general applications.</li>
    <li>Access and apply basic AI tools.</li>
    <li>Recognize the potential benefits and challenges of AI in rehabilitation practice.</li>
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<p><strong>Part 2</strong></p>
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    <li>Identify specific AI applications relevant to rehabilitation professionals.</li>
    <li>Evaluate how AI can enhance Vocational Evaluation and Life Care Planning.</li>
    <li>Describe ethical considerations and best practices when using AI.</li>
</ol>

<h3>Speakers:</h3>
<p><strong>Paul J. Bourgeois, PhD, CRC, NCC</strong></p>
<p><strong>Christopher Skerritt, M.Ed, CRC, LRC, FVE, IPEC, CVE, ABVE/F, REAS, CEAS I, CLCP, MSCC, CPRW, QRC</strong></p>
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<pubDate>Thu, 5 Dec 2024 01:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IARP Webinar: Getting Started in Vocation-Focused Private Rehabilitation Counseling Careers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<h1>IARP Webinar: Getting Started in Vocation-Focused Private Rehabilitation Counseling Careers</h1>
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<p><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $45 </strong></p>
<h4><strong>Friday, November 22, 2024</strong><br />
    <br /> 9:00 am PT, 10:00 am MT, 11:00 am CT, 12:00pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong>1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CRC-CVE, CVRP (Pending Approval)</p>
<p>This session will describe occupations available to the rehabilitation counselor as either a new graduate or a person in career transition. It will cover experience level required, salary expectations, and basic descriptions of various kinds of work available to the rehabilitation counselor. This presentation was compiled by several years of learning from rehabilitation counselors in the field and how they got into their practices.</p>
<p><strong>Learning objectives:</strong></p>
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    <li>Identify several occupation categories related to vocational rehabilitation.</li>
    <li>Describe salary expectations, including basic information on payment structures related to unique practices.</li>
    <li>Describe the day-in-the-life of rehabilitation counselors in private rehabilitation practices.</li>
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<h3>Speaker:<br />
    <span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US">Aaron Mertes Phd, PCLC, CRC</span><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-ccp-props="{'134233117':false,'134233118':false,'201341983':0,'335559738':0,'335559739':200,'335559740':276}"></span></h3>
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<pubDate>Tue, 8 Oct 2024 20:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IARP Webinar: RSA Scholarship Qualifying Employment</title>
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<p><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $45 </strong></p>
<h4><strong>Wednesday, October 16, 2024</strong><br />
    <br /> 11:00 am PT, 12:00 pm MT, 1:00 pm CT, 2:00pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong>1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRC-CVE (Pending Approval)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/76262?utm_source=educational-update&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=aug_29"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/iarp-rsa-scholarship-webinar.png" alt="RSA Scholarship Qualifying Employment" width="550" /></a></p>
<p>In this session you will learn what options you have as an RSA scholarship recipient when it comes to employment opportunities post-graduation.</p>
<p><strong>Learning objectives:</strong></p>
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    <li>Describe what the RSA code says about payback opportunities.</li>
    <li>Identify the qualifying language of the RSA scholarship.</li>
    <li>Evaluate options for employment post-graduation.</li>
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<h3>Speaker:<br />
    <span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US">Logan Patterson MA, CRC, CVE</span><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-ccp-props="{'134233117':false,'134233118':false,'201341983':0,'335559738':0,'335559739':200,'335559740':276}"></span></h3>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IARP CA Chapter Webinar: Rules of Evidence, FRE 702, CAL Workers&apos; Comp, for Expert Witnesses</title>
<link>https://rehabpro.org/news/news.asp?id=672958</link>
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<p>The Federal Rule of Evidence (FRE 702) governs expert testimony in federal court. A witness who is qualified as an expert by knowledge, skill, experience, training or education may testify in the form of an opinion or otherwise if the proponent demonstrates
    to the court that it is more likely than not (Concept of reasonable certainty or probability). In California Workers' Compensation litigation, the Vocational Expert must meet rules of evidence for substantial vocational evidence, requiring certain
    procedures and documentation consistent with supporting professional opinions. This session will discuss rules of evidence, how to meet those requirements, and how to avoid exclusion of testimony.</p>
<h3>Speakers:</h3>
<p>Roderick Stoneburner, M.S., ICVE, IPEC, ABVE and Frank Diaz, California Chapter - Legislative Chair</p>]]></description>
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<link>https://rehabpro.org/news/news.asp?id=672228</link>
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<p>Over a two-day series, this esteemed panel will present a business plan for starting and growing a business in the rehabilitation profession. They will share personal experiences, trials and tribulations of their individual businesses. Starting with the
    decision making of the IRS designation for a startup, they will address accounting, marketing, hiring (1099 vs W-2 employees), benefits management and IT (and AI) components of a business, while also emphasizing the need for professional consistency
    and ethical business practices.</p>
<h3>Speakers:</h3>
<p>Gil Spruance, M.S., CRC, CVE, CCM, CLCP, MSCC<br /> Amy MacKenzie, PhD, RN, CLCP, CCM<br /> Reg Gibbs, MS <br /> Rick Robinson, Ph.D., MBA <br /> Steven Yuhas, M.Ed., CRC, CLCP, CCM, NCC, CBIS</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2024 15:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<link>https://rehabpro.org/news/news.asp?id=666037</link>
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<p>In this presentation, the national crisis of opioid misuse, addiction, and overdose is discussed from a historical and sociological perspective. Evidenced-based integrative and non-pharmacological approaches to pain management are presented. Clinical,
    practice-based interventions are described in the context of contemporary medical models. Concluding recommendations are provided for advancing research and practice of integrative pain management.</p>
<h3>Speaker:<br />
    <span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US">Sophie Nathenson, Ph.D. Professor of Sociology &amp; Population Health</span><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-ccp-props="{'134233117':false,'134233118':false,'201341983':0,'335559738':0,'335559739':200,'335559740':276}"></span></h3>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<link>https://rehabpro.org/news/news.asp?id=666035</link>
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<p>Participants will learn about the basic eligibility to become a Social Security Vocational Expert, the role of the SSVE, the steps involved to meet qualifications to become an SSVE, and how to incorporate SSVE services into their vocational practice.</p>
<h3>Speaker:<br />
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<link>https://rehabpro.org/news/news.asp?id=666034</link>
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<p>The upcoming webinar is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) and its practical applications for professionals in the field of Vocational Rehabilitation. The session will commence with an overview of RAG,
    elucidating its function and defining its scope within artificial intelligence technologies. Following this, the webinar will specifically address how Rehabilitation Counselors and Vocational Evaluators can leverage RAG to enhance their practices,
    offering concrete examples and potential strategies for implementation. Furthermore, the discussion will critically examine the ethical considerations surrounding the use of RAG, ensuring that its deployment aligns with the established ethical code
    of Certified Rehabilitation Counselors (CRC). This comprehensive approach aims to equip practitioners with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively integrate RAG into their professional activities, fostering an environment of ethical and innovative
    practice.
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<h3>Speakers:<br />
    <span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US">Christopher Skerritt CRC and Paul Bourgeis Ph.D. CRC</span><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-ccp-props="{'134233117':false,'134233118':false,'201341983':0,'335559738':0,'335559739':200,'335559740':276}"></span></h3>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<link>https://rehabpro.org/news/news.asp?id=665015</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h2><span style="color: #7ac141;"></span>Best Practices in Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) for Assessing Safe Participation in Work and ADLs</h2>
<p><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $45 </strong></p>
<h4><strong>Thursday, March 28, 2024</strong><br />
    <br /> 10:00 am PT, 11:00 am MT, 12:00 pm CT, 1:00 pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong> 1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRC-CVE (Pending Approval)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/63739"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/iarp-mar-28-webinar-image-20.png" alt="Upcoming Webinar: Best Practices in Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) for Assessing Safe Participation in Work and ADLs" width="500" /></a></p>
<p>A major update to FCE best practice guidelines were adopted by the Academy of Orthopedic Physical Therapy (AOPT) in 2018. A subsequent FCE monograph was published in 2022 by the AOPT as part of an occupational health practitioner certificate program.
    These two documents provide the core standards for the design, administration, interpretation, and reporting of FCE results. These documents emphasize the importance of monitoring heart rate changes during an FCE not only for safety, but also as an
    indicator of an individual's performance validity and their tolerance to participate in physical activities over a specified duration. FCEs can be designed to not only assess limitations with work abilities, but also limitations with activities of
    daily living. The results from an FCE can be very helpful in validating an individual's chronic pain profile, loss of work capacity, impaired tolerance with ADLs, and a loss of enjoyment of life activities.</p>
<h3>Speaker:<br /> Steve Allison, DPT, CME
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2024 18:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IARP Webinar: The Occupational Requirements Survey: What you need to know!</title>
<link>https://rehabpro.org/news/news.asp?id=664010</link>
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    <h4><strong>Thursday, March 14, 2024</strong><br />
        <br /> 10:00 am PT, 11:00 am MT, 12:00 pm CT, 1:00 pm ET</h4>
    <p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour<br />
        <strong>Credits: </strong>1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRCC, CVE-CWA-CCAA (Pending Approval)</p>
    <p><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/63435?utm_source=webinar&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=february-update"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/iarp-mar-14-webinar-image-20.png" alt="Upcoming Webinar: The Occupational Requirements Survey: What you need to know!" width="500" /></a></p>
    <p>The Occupational Requirements Survey (ORS) is a new data set developed via a partnership with the Social Security Administration and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data set is slated to eventually replace the DOT. ORS provides updated mental,
        physical, environmental and cognitive demands for occupations found in today's labor market. ORS has additional data on topics such as sit/stand and pace that has never been collected before.</p>
    <h3>Speaker:<br /> Dr. Michelle Aliff, PhD, CRC, CVE</h3>
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<link>https://rehabpro.org/news/news.asp?id=662694</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h3><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members — Available to IARP Members Only</strong><strong></strong></h3>
<h4><strong>Thursday, February 15, 2024</strong><br />
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2:00pm PT | 3:00pm MT | 4:00pm CT | 5:00pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour<br />
  <strong>Credits: </strong>This event does&nbsp;<strong>NOT&nbsp;</strong>offer CEUs.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/62900"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/iarp-feb-15-rdcm-webinar-202.png" alt="Rehabilitation and Disability Case Management (RDCM) Section Roundtable 2024" width="500" /></a></p>
<h4>SUBMIT A QUESTION</h4>
<p>If you would like to submit a question in advance, feel free to send your questions to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:iarprdcmroundtable@gmail.com">iarprdcmroundtable@gmail.com</a>. You may also include a certain topic or even a case study you would like to be discussed during the Roundtable. </p>
<h3>Speakers:</h3>
<p> Michael Fryar, MS, CLCP, CRC, RN, CCM, QRP - Chair<br />
  Sara Shugars, MS, CRC, CCM, AEP, LVRC -&nbsp;Past Chair/IARP Board Representative<br />
  Laura Frailey, MRC, CRC, CVE, IPEC -&nbsp;Secretary<br />
  Steve Allison, PT, DPT, CME -&nbsp;Board Member at Large<br />
  Betsy Keesler, BSN, RN, CLCP - Board Member at Large<br />
  Hantac Chang, MS, CRC - Board Member at Large</p>
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<p><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $45 </strong></p>
<h4><strong>Friday, February 23, 2024</strong><br />
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  10:00 am PT, 11:00 am MT, 12:00 pm CT, 1:00pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour<br />
  <strong>Credits: </strong>1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRCC, CVE-CWA-CCAA (Pending Approval)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/62591"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/iarp-feb-23-webinar-image-20.png" alt="Culturally Competent Transition Planning for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Families of Children with ASD or IDD" width="500" /></a></p>
<p>This webinar is an informative teaching/discussion/workshop format based on the findings of synthesis on the topic of culturally competent transition planning for students with autism/intellectual or developmental disabilities conducted by the speaker. The webinar intends to equip stakeholders with tools and strategies to build robust culturally competent transition services for culturally and linguistically diverse families of children with autism, and intellectual or developmental disabilities.<br>
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  The focus of the webinar is to understand the cultural differences and the impact of cultural factors in postsecondary planning to apply the knowledge proactively. Participants are welcome to get involved in self-reflection, discussion, and drawing culturally competent transition plans during the session.</p>
<h3>Learning Objectives:</h3>
<p>Participants will be able to:</p>
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  <li>Learners will be able to identify personal assumptions and biases about cultural differences.</li>
  <li>Learners will be able to explain general and specific components of culturally competent transition service for students with autism/ intellectual or developmental disabilities.</li>
  <li>Learners will be able to articulate the strengths and weaknesses of their positions for collaborative work among stakeholders.</li>
  <li>Learners will be able to create a sample plan and evaluate it using rubrics.</li>
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<h3>Speaker:<br />
  <span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US">Jaekyung Bae Willows </span><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US" lang="EN-US"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{'134233117':false,'134233118':false,'201341983':0,'335559738':0,'335559739':200,'335559740':276}"> </span></h3>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<h2>Webinar: The Essentials of Drafting a Life Care Plan</h2>
<p><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $45 </strong></p>
<h4><strong>Wednesday, January 24, 2024</strong><br />
    <br /> 11:30 am PT, 12:30 pm MT, 1:30 pm CT, 2:30 pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour 45 Minutes<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong> 1.75 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRCC, CVE-CWA-CCAA (Pending Approval)</p>
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    <li>CE approval codes available through January 2025.</li>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/62351"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/iarp-jan-24-webinar-2023-12-.png" alt="Upcoming Webinar: The Essentials of Drafting a Life Care Plan" width="500" /></a></p>
<p>This webinar will discuss the essential components of drafting a plaintiff Life Care Plan and will include an in depth discussion on the IARP IALCP Standards of Practice.</p>
<h3>Learning Objectives:</h3>
<p>Participants will be able to:</p>
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    <li>Identify the essential components of a Life Care Plan.</li>
    <li>Describe the IARP ILCP Standards of Practice</li>
    <li>Apply the Standards when drafting an LCP</li>
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<h3>Presenter:<br />
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<p>Dr. Harvey is internationally respected as a pediatric, adult, and geriatric rehabilitation expert. She specializes in the treatment of complex orthopedic trauma, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputations, and burns. She draws from her 30 years of evidenced based practice expertise, utilizing a clinically driven research approach, with the support of a dynamic network of multidisciplinary experts, to draft uniquely tailored reports for both the plaintiff and defense.</p>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2023 21:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $45 </strong></p>
<h4><strong>Wednesday, January 17, 2024</strong><br /> 9:00 am PT, 10:00 am MT, 11:00 am CT, 12:00 pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> &nbsp;1 Hour<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong>1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRCC, CVE-CWA-CCAA (Pending Approval)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/61582"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/iarp-jan17-webinar-2023-12-0.png" alt="Upcoming Webinar: Improving Long-Term Health and Family Outcomes through Case Management" width="500" /></a></p>
<p>Neuro Community Care will be addressing ways to increase a person’s (and their family's) quality of life who has a chronic injury or illness and ways to support the person as a whole.</p>
<h3>Learning Objectives:</h3>
<p>Participants will be able to:</p>
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    <li>Define ways in which practitioners can support individuals with chronic injuries/illnesses.</li>
    <li>Recognize practitioner processes in assessment and case management.</li>
    <li>Demonstrate how practitioner programs and services impact clients.</li>
    <li>Define how community support specialist (CSS) involvement enhances a client’s quality of life and health outcomes.</li>
    <li>Compare medical case management with NCC’s case management model</li>
    <li>Demonstrate an understanding of social determinants of health and how it supports medical case management.</li>
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<h3>Speakers:<br /> Leslie Johnson, MS, CRC, CBIS; Shani Cohen MS, CRC, LCMHC, CCM, CBIST</h3>
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<h4><strong>Wednesday, December 13, 2023</strong><br /> 11:30 am PT, 12:30 pm MT, 1:30 pm CT, 2:30 pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 2 Hour<br />
    <strong>Credits: </strong> 2.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRCC, CVE-CWA-CCAA (Pending Approval)</p>
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<p>An overview of developing and completing vocational evaluations related to injured workers in the workers' comp system.</p>
<h3>Learning Objectives:</h3>
<p>Participants will be able to:</p>
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    <li>Understand the importance of gathering data</li>
    <li>Describe the Transferable Skills Assessment</li>
    <li>Understand the importance of medical records review</li>
    <li>Explain "How" and "Why" medical impairments translate to vocational disability</li>
    <li>Explain ways to address "Apportionment related to Nunes I &amp; II decision"</li>
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<h3>Contributors:<br /> P. Steve Ramirez, M.S., CRC, IPEC; Rod Stoneburner MS, ICVE, IPEC, ABVE; Frank Diaz CDMS</h3>
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                    <h4><strong>Thursday, November 30, 2023</strong><br />
                    9:00am PT, 10:00am MT, 11:00am CT, 12:00pm ET</h4>
                    <p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour<br />
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                    <p style="background-color: yellow;"><strong>This session will NOT be recorded or made available for on-demand viewing.</strong></p>
                    <p><strong>Credits: </strong> 1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRCC, CVE-CWA-CCAA (Pending Approval)</p>
                    <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pathlms.com/iarp/courses/59820/webinars/39202"><img src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/images/web/iarp-nov-30-webinar-promo-20.png" alt="Upcoming Webinar: Viewing: The Psychology of Pain and Disability: Implications for Policy and Practice" width="500" /></a></p>
                    <p>Join us for a viewing of Dr. Michael Sullivan's high definition training on The Psychology of Pain and Disability, followed by a live Q&amp;A with Dr. Sullivan.</p>
                    <p><strong>Video Description: </strong>Over the past three decades, research has accumulated showing that psychosocial factors play an important role in the onset, severity, expression and recovery from painful health conditions. As a result, biopsychosocial models have evolved to become the dominant explanatory frameworks guiding research on pain and disability. But that hasn’t been the case in practice; traditional biomedical models of pain continue to characterize the treatment of pain in primary care and insurance policy.</p>
                    <p>Pain-related psychosocial factors are rarely assessed in primary care, and in the case of insurance policy, can be the basis of claim denial. There are real barriers to bringing biopsychosocial models into the management of pain in primary care and insurance policy.</p>
                    <p>Questions that are not easily answered include:
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                        <li>How and when should pain-related psychosocial factors be assessed? </li>
                        <li>What types of interventions could be used to target psychosocial risk factors for adverse recovery outcomes? </li>
                        <li>Are such interventions accessible? </li>
                        <li>What are the insurance risks of considering pain-related psychosocial factors as legitimate targets of treatment in individuals with debilitating pain conditions.</li>
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                    <p>The challenges of answering these questions will be addressed in this presentation.</p>
                    <p style="background-color: yellow;"><strong>Plan accordingly to attend LIVE - this will NOT be recorded.</strong></p>
                    <h3>Learning Objectives:</h3>
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                        <li>Participants will become familiar with what is known about psychosocial risk factors for pain and disability.</li>
                        <li>Participants will become familiar with approaches to the assessment of psychosocial risk factors for prolonged pain and disability.</li>
                        <li>Participants will become familiar with barriers to the effective management of psychosocial risk factors for pain and disability.</li>
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                    <h3>Presented by: Dr. Michael Sullivan</h3>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<p><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members </strong>//<strong> Non-Members $45 </strong></p>
                    <h4><strong>Monday, November 13th, 2023</strong><br />
                    2:30 am PT, 3:30 pm MT, 4:30 pm CT, 5:30 pm ET</h4>
                    <p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour<br />
                    <strong>Credits: </strong> 1.0 CEs of the following credits have been applied: ABVE, CCMC, CDMS, CLCP-MSCC, CRCC, CVE-CWA-CCAA (Pending Approval)</p>
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                    <p>This session will provide an overview of drug pricing in the United States, with the goal of helping life care planners better understand out-of-pocket costs. We’ll look at costs for Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial insurance. We will also review cash pricing and have a question and answer session to clarify points that may come up in life care planning practice.</p>
                    <h3>Learning Objectives:</h3>
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                        <li>Describe the drug supply chain in the United States</li>
                        <li>Understand how drugs are priced throughout the supply chain</li>
                        <li>Discuss the effects of insurance and discount cards on drug pricing</li>
                        <li>Describe how pharmacies price medications without insurance (cash/U&amp;C)</li>
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                    <h3>Presenter:</h3>
                    <img style="display: flex; margin: 0px 0px 0px 5px; float: right;" src="https://rehabpro.org/resource/resmgr/emails/images/webinars/dr-alex-evans.png" alt="Dr. Alex Evans" width="170" />
                    <p>Dr. Alex Evans is a pharmacist, and medical writer with over 12 years of clinical practice experience in community, outpatient health system, long term care, and academic settings. He is also the founder of PharmCompliance.com, a website dedicated to the success of community pharmacy.</p>
                    <p>As a pharmacy project manager, Dr. Evans assisted with a wide range of financial, compliance, quality improvement, and legal projects for over 70 retail pharmacies nationwide. He has been responsible for DMEPOS and vaccine accreditation through CMS, obtaining new licenses and permits, and implementing a prescription drug kiosk embedded in physician offices.</p>
                    <p>As a medical writer, his work has been featured in GoodRx, Pharmacy Times, Drug Topics, Patient Care Online, and in peer-reviewed journals. He has presented continuing education for AchieveCE, CEImpact, FreeCE, Ascension Health, and the Florida Department of Health.</p>
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<h4><strong>Wednesday, October 11, 2023</strong><br />
11:30 am PT, 12:30 pm MT, 1:30 pm CT, 2:30 pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> &nbsp;2 Hours&nbsp;<br />
<strong>Credits: </strong> no CEUs</p>
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<p>This no-cost, interactive webinar with the board members of the IARP California State Chapter will give participants the opportunity to discuss networking opportunities, upcoming events, and education opportunities that the IARP California Chapter has planned for the coming year. Our IARP California Chapter members have a wealth of experience in Workers’ Compensation, Life Care Planning, Transition Services, SSA Vocational Expert work, Disability Case Management, Forensic Services, and other work in private rehabilitation settings. All are welcome to join this interactive webinar, and we especially welcome students and professionals new to our field. This session will be recorded and available on the IARP website.</p>
<h3>AGENDA:</h3>
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    <li>IARP California State Chapter Board members will share their experience in private rehabilitation settings and service in IARP</li>
    <li>Dates and topics for upcoming webinars planned by the IARP California State Chapter board</li>
    <li>Opportunities for service with the IARP California State Chapter</li>
    <li>Opportunities for networking with California State Chapter members on the IARP Connect listserv and at the IARP Fall Forum and Symposium in Arlington, VA Oct. 26-28, 2023</li>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<p><strong><em>Free</em> for IARP Members</strong> — this webinar is for Members Only. </p>
<h4><strong>Wednesday, September 20, 2023</strong><br />
  2:00 pm PT, 3:00 pm MT, 4:00 pm CT, 5:00 pm ET</h4>
<p><strong>Length:</strong> 1 Hour&nbsp;<br />
  <strong>Credits: </strong> no CEUs</p>
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<p>An open forum for IARP Members to bring medical, VOC, case issues, and questions. This is an opportunity to discuss issues that come up in practice in a confidential, safe space. Join us for a discussion of case issues, medical concerns, vocational questions, and an opportunity for feedback from IARP/RDCM members.</p>
<p>This event will NOT be recorded or available on-demand. Please plan accordingly to attend live.</p>
<p><strong>Credits:</strong> This event does not offer CEUs.</p>
<h3><strong>Submit a Question</strong></h3>
<p>If you would like to submit a question in advance, feel free to send your questions to <a href="mailto:iarprdcmroundtable@gmail.com">iarprdcmroundtable@gmail.com</a>. You may also include a certain topic or even a case study you would like to be discussed during the Roundtable.</p>
<h3><strong>Presenters</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Michael Fryar</strong></p>
<p><strong>Sara Shugars</strong></p>
<p><strong>Laura Frailey</strong></p>
<p><strong>Steve Allison</strong></p>
<p><strong>Hantac Chang</strong></p>
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