OVERVIEW

#7337 Introduction to Sign Language for Healthcare Professionals - 3 Part Series 2026 is organized by MotivationsCEU and will be held from Jul 15 - 29, 2026.

Description:
This is a fun, interactive workshop intended to help healthcare professionals be better able to communicate with their patients who use signs and also prepare them to introduce new signs to children. It covers 120+ single ASL signs, the manual alphabet, and numbers 1-20. Participants will learn and practice the signs and learn tips to help them effectively use signs in their practice. Participants will learn how sign language encourages speech and language development, enhances overall communication and can reduce frustration for children who are not yet able to effectively communicate using speech. The information presented is based in research and backed by the instructor’s 30 years of experience. Course instruction methods include lecture, demonstration, videos, case studies and question/answers. (Introductory Level)

Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

Part 1:

Identify and demonstrate 40+ early signs
Demonstrate the letters of the manual alphabet and numbers 1-10
Explain the benefits of using sign language with children with speech and language delays and disorders
Describe how and when to begin signing with a child

Part 2:

Part Identify and demonstrate 80 single ASL signs (40 from webinar 1 + 40 from this webinar).
List specific ways to use signs in the classroom or therapy setting for elementary school-aged clients/patients.
Explain ways to use the Manual Alphabet for fingerspelling words as well as to reinforce spelling skills.

Part 3:

Identify and demonstrate 120 single ASL signs (40+ new signs plus signs introduced during webinars #1 and #2).
List 3 factors to consider when determining whether or not signing would be a good option for a client/patient as their AAC system.
Explain the difference between basic communication with Deaf patients vs. the need for a registered interpreter.
Summarize best practices when interacting with a Deaf patient and an interpreter.

KEY DATES

15 Jul, 2026

Event Start Date

29 Jul, 2026

Event End Date

ACCREDITATION & CREDITS

FORMAT: This is a 9-course hour course equivalent to 9 CEUs or 0.9 CEU’soffered as a live webinar. Instructors present this course content via an internet website displaying real time power points. Learners will receive a PDF of the course materials before the event. Instructors lecture through a phone conference call connection or your computer if you have audio capability on your computer. Questions may be asked during the webinar using the chat feature or the “raise hand” feature for live discussion.

PT CEU’s: Motivations Inc is an approved provider of Physical Therapy continuing education by these professional bodies: Texas Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association, ILDPR- Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Approved PT CE Sponsor, NY- New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions. Physical Therapy Board of California. Many state boards recognize these for pre-approval purposes. Contact us if you would like verification info on your state.

SLP CEU’s: This course is offered for 0.6 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Related Level).

OT CEU’s: Motivations Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Approved Provider #10601. This Distance Learning-Interactive or Distance Learning-Independent activity is offered at 0.9 CEUs, Intermediate Level, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery/Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEU’s does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

9 CEUs

0.9 CEU’s

9 Hours

SPEAKERS

Jill Eversmann

MS, CCC-SLPSpeech Language Pathology

TARGET AUDIENCE

Healthcare ProfessionalsPhysical TherapistsOccupational TherapistsHealthcare Management

SPECIALITIES

Healthcare Management

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

Cancellation Policy: Motivations, Inc. reserves the right to discontinue or reschedule a course from our listing of options. Should you have already registered, you will receive a full refund. Participants may receive a full refund when requesting cancellation 24 hours prior to the the webinar. After that time, a credit for a future Motivations event may be awarded.

Course Transfers:
Registrants may transfer to another course at any time without penalty.