Course Code: REL-BH-0-TELE2
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 4/30/2021
Learning Objectives:
Summarize laws such as HIPAA as they pertain to the application of telehealth.
Cite the ethical guidelines of using telehealth regarding issues of confidentiality, boundaries, privacy, reporting, and sharing of information.
Discuss at least two prerequisites for delivering telehealth services, such as training and education requirements.
Apply rules governing telehealth practice and billing across state lines.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction A. About This Course B. Learning Objectives Section 2: First Contact, Consent, Expectations, and Boundaries A. Maria, the Chef B. First Contact C. Eligibility D. Informed Consent for Telehealth E. What Should Informed Consent Include? F. Let’s Practice G. Digital Data H. Consent Form Additions I. State and National Laws Apply J. Quick Check K. Clinical Expectations and Boundaries L. Remember Maria, the Chef? M. Summary Section 3: Privacy, HIPAA, and Much More A. Ivan, the Graphic Designer B. Privacy C. HIPAA D. HIPAA and Telehealth E. HIPAA and Technologies F. Confidentiality G. Mandatory Reporting H. Mandatory Reporting and Telehealth I. Mandatory Reporting and Informed Consent J. Quick Check K. Documentation L. Safety M. Changes in Care N. Unique Reasons for Termination of Telehealth Care O. Billing and Crossing State Lines P. Unique Situations Q. PSYPACT R. PSYPACT Requirements S. Prerequisites for Delivering Telehealth T. Remember Ivan, the Graphic Designer? U. Summary Section 4: Conclusion A. Summary B. Course Contributors C. Resources D. References E. Congratulations! F. Exam
Staff Writer: Naju Madra, M.A.
Naju Madra, M.A. is an internal subject matter expert and clinical content writer for Relias' Behavioral Healthcare library. She earned her Master's degree in Psychology with specific study in neuropsychological assessment for children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. She brings with her a wealth of experience in clinical assessment, along with expertise in large-scale clinical research project management, recruitment, training, as well as in-person and web-based curriculum development.
In addition to scholarly activities such as writing manuals and preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, Ms. Madra has over 15 years of behavioral healthcare experience ranging from crisis counseling and job coaching for individuals with severe mental illness and co-occurring disorders, to community college instruction, and trauma specialist at the Veterans Health Administration. In her current role, Ms. Madra has contributed authorship to over 100 behavioral healthcare course offerings for both licensed and non-licensed professionals in the Health & Human Services market.
Disclosure: Naju Madra, M.A. has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Instructor: Steven R. Thorp, Ph.D., ABPP
Steven R. Thorp, Ph.D., ABPP, is a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in assessment, psychotherapy, posttraumatic stress disorder, and the use of technologies to assess and treat behavioral health disorders. He is a clinician and university professor. His treatment specialty is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), including the third-wave CBTs such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Dr. Thorp has treated clients with DBT for 25 years, and he has taught hundreds of clinicians and trainees how to conduct the treatment. He held leadership roles in VA hospital settings for 15 years and has taught undergraduate and graduate students at several universities. He was the Principal Investigator on several large grants for randomized controlled psychotherapy trials, and he has published more than 70 research papers. He has presented scientific papers at the ABCT and ISITDBT annual conferences. Many of his publications and scholarly presentations are about DBT, mindfulness, and related topics.
Disclosure: Steven R. Thorp, Ph.D., ABPP has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Entry level Psychologists; Intermediate level Professional Counselors; Intermediate level Social Workers; Nurses; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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All courses offered by Relias Learning, LLC are developed from a foundation of diversity, inclusiveness, and a multicultural perspective. Knowledge, values and awareness related to cultural competency are infused throughout the course content.
To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.