RETURN TO WORK: POST BRAIN INJURY

Course overview

OBJECTIVES Describe: -- how the brain functions -- the three types of brain injury: diffuse axonal brain injury, concussive damage and primary damage i.e. closed head injury -- the nature and consequences of brain injury i.e. cognitive, behavioral/emotional, and physical issues -- the role and features of cognitive rehabilitation -- the vocational rehabilitation process for brain injured patients Implement strategies and resources that are beneficial in assisting brain injured patient return to work Explain why the signature disabilities of TBI and PTSD have a special dynamic in the workplace Describe employers barriers to creating disability-inclusive workplaces (knowledge, beliefs and practices/actions) and apply interventions appropriate for each type of barrier.