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Evidence-Based Practice

Registration is now open for the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs’ 2025 Emerging Drug Trends Symposium. This free, one-day event will take place on Tuesday, November 18, from 7:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Penn Harris Hotel & Conference Center, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass, Camp Hill, PA, 17011.

Conference attendees will gain a better understanding of:

  • The latest drug use and overdose trends in Pennsylvania;
  • Shifting overdose patterns and drug supply, with emphasis on high-risk populations; and
  • Evidence-based best practices for responding to emerging drug threats.

Registration is required. On-site registration will not be available. A Keystone Login is needed in order to register for the symposium. If you do not have a Keystone Login, select ‘Register’ and enter the requested information, including a personal email address. The box to accept the Terms and Conditions must be selected before selecting the ‘Request a Seat’ button. You will receive an email confirming your registration shortly after submitting your registration request. If there are no more spots available, you will be placed on a waitlist.

If you have a Keystone Login but do not remember your login information or if you need a password reset, you can reach out to the Keystone Login Help Desk at 877-328-0995 or via email.

To receive a Certificate of Participation, attendees must sign in at the check-in table at the start of the day and again during lunch. Certificates will only be issued to those who sign both sheets.

Monday, March 24, 2025
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT; 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT;
10:00 am – 11:00 am MDT; 9:00 am – 10:00 am PDT
Register Here

Sara Kerrick, PT, C/NDT 

Presenter Bio:

Sara Kerrick brings over 40 years of clinical experience in physical therapy. She is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy and is also Certified in Neurodevelopmental Treatment (C/NDT). Sara joined the Mary Bridge Children’s Therapy Services Team (Puyallup, Washington) nearly 37 years ago and currently serves as the Clinical Education Coordinator.

Sara received her Physical Therapy degree from Northern Arizona University and her Masters in Pediatric Rehabilitation with an emphasis on pediatrics from the University of Washington. She has a strong interest in education and has taught courses related to neurodevelopmental treatment and the use of pediatric outcome measures. Sara has a vested interest in evidence- based practices, combining her experience as a clinician and her love of research.

Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will:

  • Identify the key elements regarding evidence-based practice (EBP);
  • Discuss the responsibility of the frontline clinician regarding EBP; and
  • List examples of how to integrate the best scientific evidence into clinical practice.

Audience: This webinar is intended for all interested members of the rehabilitation team.

Level: Beginner

Certificate of Attendance: Certificates of attendance are available for all attendees. No CEs are provided for this course.

Complimentary webinars are a benefit of membership in IPRC/RCPA. Registration fee for non-members is $179. Not a member yet? Consider joining today.

Monday, March 24, 2025
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT; 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT;
10:00 am – 11:00 am MDT; 9:00 am – 10:00 am PDT
Register Here

Sara Kerrick, PT, C/NDT 

Presenter Bio:

Sara Kerrick brings over 40 years of clinical experience in physical therapy. She is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy and is also Certified in Neurodevelopmental Treatment (C/NDT). Sara joined the Mary Bridge Children’s Therapy Services Team (Puyallup, Washington) nearly 37 years ago and currently serves as the Clinical Education Coordinator.

Sara received her Physical Therapy degree from Northern Arizona University and her Masters in Pediatric Rehabilitation with an emphasis on pediatrics from the University of Washington. She has a strong interest in education and has taught courses related to neurodevelopmental treatment and the use of pediatric outcome measures. Sara has a vested interest in evidence- based practices, combining her experience as a clinician and her love of research.

Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will:

  • Identify the key elements regarding evidence-based practice (EBP);
  • Discuss the responsibility of the frontline clinician regarding EBP; and
  • List examples of how to integrate the best scientific evidence into clinical practice.

Audience: This webinar is intended for all interested members of the rehabilitation team.

Level: Beginner

Certificate of Attendance: Certificates of attendance are available for all attendees. No CEs are provided for this course.

Complimentary webinars are a benefit of membership in IPRC/RCPA. Registration fee for non-members is $179. Not a member yet? Consider joining today.