Ethics and Jurisprudence for Tennessee Physical Therapy
Tracking # 20-1358331
$50.00
What you'll learn
Upon completion of this course, the attendee will be able to:
- Define Ethics and Morality.
- Identify the basic similarities and differences between ethics and morals.
- Define ethics and differentiate among the theories that promote ethical behavior.
- Define the principles of the ethical decision-making model.
- Understand the ethical decision-making process.
- Interpret and apply the most recent APTA Code of Ethics for the PTs and PTAs as tools for ethical decision-making.
- Interpret and apply the APTA’s Guide for Professional Conduct for the Physical Therapist and the Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Interpret and apply the APTA’s core values that guide the behavior of PTs and PTAs to provide the highest quality of physical therapy services.
- Define the parameters of informed consent.
- Differentiate between appropriate and inappropriate relationships.
- Define conflict of interest.
- Demonstrate through case analysis the ability to identify ethical conflicts and support a resolution to an ethical dilemma.
- Review five case studies using the RIPS Model (Realm-Individual Process-Situation) as a structured framework for ethical decision-making.
- Explain the purpose of the Tennessee Practice Act and its associated regulations.
- Analyze the Tennessee Physical Therapy (PT) Practice Act, specifically Title 63, Chapter 13, Parts 1 and 3.
- Examine the General Rules of PT Practice as outlined in Chapter 1150-01.
- Review the policies and position statements issued by the Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy, including Key Policies & Positions that are no longer valid as of December 29, 2025.
Course overview
The course is designed for physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) in Tennessee, focusing on the principles of ethics and jurisprudence relevant to their professional practice. Participants will gain insights into the ethical codes and core values established by the American Physical Therapy Association, as well as effective strategies for navigating ethical dilemmas that may arise in clinical settings. The course will address complex ethical issues associated with telehealth, cultural humility, patient refusal, and cognitive impairment. In the latter portion of the course, attendees will delve into Tennessee-specific regulations, including the Physical Therapy Practice Act, the General Rules Governing the Practice of Physical Therapy, and relevant policy statements from the Board of Physical Therapy. This comprehensive understanding aims to enhance ethical decision-making and legal compliance within the profession. TN APTA Approval #: 2026-1067 & 2026-107
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
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