Foundations of Sleep & Circadian Biology
Description: Sleep is a vital component to daily routines, function and overall health. One-third of our lives is spent in the space of rest, dreams and cycles. This webinar will provide an overview of the neurophysiology underpinning the different sleep-wake states. In addition, there will be a discussion of circadian rhythms, and the role the circadian clock plays in regulating sleep-wake timing, as well as other physiological processes.
Instructors: Sabra M. Abbott, MD, PhD
Learner Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Define the different stages of sleep.
- Describe the role of the circadian clock in regulating sleep-wake timing.
- Analyze the central and peripheral regulation of circadian timing.
Audience: Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants and Speech-Language Pathologists
Continuing Education Credits
Nursing:
The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This CNE is being offered for 1.0 contact hours of continuing nursing education.
Occupational Therapy:
The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID#9851. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at .10 CEUs [intermediate, OT service delivery/ Foundational Knowledge]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
Physical Therapy: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.0 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069
The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.0 Contact Hours on 6/11/2024.
Satisfies continuing education requirements in: CT, IA, MN and WA
Speech-Language Pathologists:
Disclosures:
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP - Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT - Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OT - Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD, BC - Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC - Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Sabra M. Abbott, MD, PhD - Has nothing to disclose.
Technology Requirements: To participate, you will need access to a device with an Internet connection. Computers, laptops, iOS and Android devices are supported.
High-speed broadband Internet access (LAN, Cable or DSL) is highly recommended.
Additional requirements include: Web browser: latest stable version of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari, JavaScript and Cookies enabled, Speaker and microphone, or headset with microphone, or phone to listen to webinar facilitators, Do NOT use Internet Explorer as it is not supported.
Cancellation Policy: To request a cancellation of an on-demand program, please provide written notice by letter or email or contact us by phone within 24 hours of placing your order and we will refund you the full course fee. If you cannot give notice within 24 hours, a credit towards a future course of equal value would apply.
