About this Event
Description
This two-day FEES Training Course consists of two parts: an online prerequisite component and an in-person hands-on training component. This is essential for starting your journey toward FEES competency. Upon registration, you will receive access to the online component, which must be completed prior to Day 1 of the in-person course.
Online Introduction to FEES Course Description:
This online Introduction to FEES course provides the foundation for starting your journey toward FEES competency. Throughout this course we infuse citations from research. In each section, we have included access to research papers and links to other resources to enhance your understanding. Finally, we have included downloadable handouts throughout. This course includes:
- A review of recent research regarding instrumental swallowing assessments, specifically FEES
- A review of the nasal, pharyngeal, and laryngeal anatomy, including normal and abnormal variants
- A review of normal swallowing in adults and geriatrics
- Information on advocating for instrumentals, developing a FEES program, and incorporating FEES into clinical practice
- A FEES protocol including anatomy/physiology assessment, bolus trials, and intervention application
- An overview of rating scales available for use with FEES
- A review of clips from recorded FEES exams to allow the participants to begin to interpret FEES
For more details on the online Introduction to FEES prerequisite included in this course, visit: https://carolinaspeechpathology.thinkific.com/courses/introduction-to-fees
*If you have already taken our online Introduction to FEES course, email [email protected] and we will provide you with a discount code (deducting the amount you paid for the online course) to register for this live course.
In-Person Hands-On Practice:
Following completion of the online course, the live, in-person FEES Training Course is the next step in your journey toward FEES competency. This is where we go through a FEES protocol in detail and teach you how to perform FEES. You will learn how to pass the endoscope utilizing good body mechanics, achieving ideal pre-swallow and post-swallow views. We will discuss tips for tricky scope passes and suggestions for improving the comfort of your patient. Our instructors will mentor and supervise you completing a minimum of 15 normal scope passes. Our course instructors have been deemed competent for supervision and training in FEES by board certified Otolaryngologists. Time is spent reviewing FEES exams to begin fine tuning those FEES interpretation skills.
Learning Objectives:
Following these courses, participants will be able to:
- Discuss research supporting use of FEES
- Label swallowing anatomy from a superior view
- Identify normal and abnormal swallowing physiology on FEES
- Describe rating scales that can be used with FEES
- Outline a FEES protocol, incorporating an Anatomy and Physiology Assessment
- Identify swallowing structures from a superior view
- Utilize a FEES protocol while scoping normal subjects
- Demonstrate the ability to safely pass the endoscope and achieve adequate pre and post-swallow positions
- Maneuver endoscope while patients eat, drink, and utilize compensatory techniques
- Begin to analyze FEES exams by identifying swallowing variations and underlying physiology contributing to deficits
Cost: $650
The cost includes access to the online prerequisite (15 hours, 1.5 ASHA CEUs) and the in-person/hands-on component (12 hours, 1.2 ASHA CEUs). The total amount of ASHA CEUs offered for both courses (online prerequisite and in-person/hands-on component is 2.7 ASHA CEUs (27 hours), which is less than $25 per continuing education unit. These are technically two separate courses bundled into one price.
Course Location:
Emory Johns Creek Hospital 6325 Hospital Pkwy, Johns Creek, GA 30097
- The course is located in the lower level in Classrooms A&B, located at the end of the hallway next to the cafeteria.
- Parking is available in the front of the hospital on either side of the circle.
- NOTE: If you are traveling by air, this course is approximately 40 miles (one hour drive, depending on traffic) from Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport.
Nearby Hotels:
Hilton Garden Inn 11695 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097 - Special room rate $99
Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek 11505 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097
Hampton by Hilton 6440 E Johns Crossing, Johns Creek, GA 30097
In-Person, Hands-On Course Agenda:
DAY 1
8:00 Arrive, sign in
8:15 Introductions
8:30 Updates in FEES Research
9:00 Review FEES Protocols and Possible Complications and What to Do
9:30 Discuss FEES Equipment and Scoping Mechanics
10:00 Break
10:15 Donning and Doffing PPE
10:30 Hands on Practice: Getting Through the Nose
12:00 Lunch (provided)
1:00 Introduction to FEES Interpretation
2:00 Hands-on Practice: Achieving Optimal Pre-Swallow Position
3:30 Hands-on Practice: Complete Protocol with Post-Swallow Position
5:00 Adjourn
(7.5 hours)
DAY 2
8:00 Q and A regarding Day 1
8:30 More FEES Interpretation Practice
10:00 Hands-On Practice: Complete Protocol with PO Trials and Compensatory Techniques
12:00 Final Q and A; Complete Scope Sign Offs
12:30 Adjourn
*Agenda may vary slightly
Course Instructors:
Beth Cormell, M.S.,CCC-SLP
Beth Cormell has been a Speech-Language Pathologist for over 25 years. She graduated from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, and is currently working as a clinical SLP at UNCRex Healthcare in Raleigh, NC. She initiated the FEES program at UNCRex in 1997, and since, has completed thousands of FEES. Beth not only trains all UNCRex speech staff on FEES, but has also been instrumental in training clinicians and implementing new FEES programs throughout the country. She has taught FEES courses for more than 18 years, has presented short courses on FEES implementation and application at NCSHLA’s Annual Convention and at the ASHA Convention. She has been deemed competent for supervision and training in FEES by a board certified Otolaryngologist
Beth Cormell has the following financial relationship to disclose: Ms. Cormell is a paid employee of RexUNC in Raleigh, NC and receives payment for this course. Ms. Cormell is also the owner of Dysphagia Seminars, PLLC. Ms Cormell has no non-financial relationships to disclose.
Selena Reece, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Selena Reece received a Master’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2003. She has worked in acute care, outpatient, and inpatient rehabilitation settings. She currently serves as the Director of Educational Resources for Carolina Speech Pathology, while carrying an active caseload providing mobile FEES services. She is a Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and a multiple ACE continuing education award recipient. Selena has been featured on Swallow Your Pride Podcast, presented on FEES at state and national conferences, and volunteers within ASHA, the American Board of Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders, and Speech Therapy Cambodia.
Disclosures: Selena Reece has the following financial relationship to disclose. She is a full-time salaried employee of Carolina Speech Pathology. Selena Reece has no non-financial relationships to disclose.
Course Completion:
Successful participation in this course includes 100% attendance. All participants who successfully completed this course will receive a certificate via email within one week of completion. If you would like your participation reported to ASHA, you must include that information upon registering for this course. The ASHA CE Registry processing time usually takes one week. During periods of heavy volume, processing time may be longer. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call 877-390-1887.
Cancellations/Tranfers:
If the course is cancelled on behalf of CSP, you will receive the cost of the course less the cost of the prerequisite self study course. Refunds are offered 30 days prior to the day one less the cost of the prerequisite course ($295), plus a $50 cancellation fee. If cancellations are less than 30 days from the course date, no refunds will be issued; however participants are welcome to transfer to another course (within twelve months of the original course date) with available seats for a $100 transfer fee.
NOTICES:
If you fail to complete the prerequisite online training prior to the in-person course, time will not be spent getting you up to date on course material.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Director of Education, Selena Reece ([email protected], 919-749-9159).
Product Disclosure:
Most of the FEES systems utilized in this course were provided by Altaravision, INC, maker of the NDOhd Portable FEES System. Other products may be utilized when available.
If an in-person course does not meet a participant's reasonable expectations, they must email [email protected] with details within 7 days of the course. The participant should receive a response within two business days. Participants will be given the option to attend another in-person course with open seats or receive a partial refund.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Johns Creek, United States
USD 650.00