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HSS Rehabilitation and Performance Certification Badges

Each HSS Rehabilitation and Performance certification badge represents years of experience, clinical expertise, and dedication. Learn more about the qualifications of each program below:

 

    • Description: Badge holders have demonstrated an ability to interpret key subjective findings which guide objective testing, correctly identify a minimum of 3 red flag screening questions per patient case, distinguish between pathologies as they relate to differential diagnosis of the various body systems, correctly identify a minimum of 3 groups of pharmaceuticals which may have adverse reactions impacting the musculoskeletal system, and perform a thorough evaluation synthesizing subjective and objective findings to develop a working clinical diagnosis and appropriateness to treat versus refer.
    • Earning criteria: The components of certification include completion of on-demand modules, successful completion of the certification exam, and successful completion of the practical exam. The HSS Rehabilitation and Performance Advanced Orthopedic Triage Certification is only awarded if a passing score of 80% is earned. 
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  • Description: Badge holders have demonstrated proficiency and competency in hip anatomy, biomechanics, examination, soft tissue/manual techniques, surgical precautions, and exercise regimens for patients.
  • Earning criteria: The components of certification include foundational on-demand lectures and pre-course knowledge assessment, participation in a live course, home study, and a post-course knowledge assessment. The HSS Rehabilitation and Performance Hip Preservation Certification is only awarded if a passing score of 80% is earned. 
  • Expiration date: Dec 31st, 2030
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  • Description: Badge holders have learned to embody the qualities of effective mentorship using evidence-based principles, identify and address common clinical reasoning errors, structure mentorship sessions effectively in clinical settings, manage challenging mentorship scenarios, and demonstrate self-reflection and accountability in mentorship practices.
  • Earning criteria:The components of certification include a pre-course knowledge assessment, completion of on-demand lectures, and a final written exam. The HSS Rehabilitation and Performance Mentorship Certification is only awarded if a passing score of 80% is earned.  
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  • Description: Badge holders have demonstrated the ability to perform a thorough evidence-based examination for CMT and plagiocephaly; identify red flags for differential diagnosis during an examination of an infant; incorporate appropriate treatment techniques; utilize principles of treatment progression and discharge criteria; and select appropriate treatment progressions for children requiring CMT surgery.
  • Earning criteria:The components of certification include a foundational article review and pre-course knowledge assessment, participation in a live course, home study, and a post-course video skills assessment. The HSS Rehabilitation Advanced Congenital Muscular Torticollis Course and Certification is only awarded if a passing score of 80% is earned. 
  • Expiration date: Dec 31st, 2030
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  • Description: Badge holders have demonstrated proficiency and competency in throwing mechanics, examination, clinical decision making and return-to-sport principles.
  • Earning criteria: The components of certification include foundational on-demand lectures and pre-course knowledge assessment, participation in a live course, home study, and a post-course knowledge assessment. The HSS Rehabilitation Baseball Overhead Athlete Certification is only awarded if a passing score of 80% is earned.
  • Expiration date: Dec 31st, 2029
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