Discounts
Submit this form to request a discount before checkout.
- Alumni, Clinical Fellows, Uniformed Service Members, and any Non-RMU Students are eligible for a 15% discount
- Current RMU MSSLP Students and Preceptors are eligible for a 100% discount
- All current RMU students and Faculty are eligible for a 50% discount
- All attendees to previous Hard to Swallow conferences are eligible for a 10% discount
Note: To inquire about group rates, please visit the FAQ page.
Important Conference Information
Hard to Swallow: A Catalyst for Change in Dysphagia Management
Theme: TBD
Event Dates and Times:
Friday, January 29 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Mountain Daylight Time (+2 EDT, -1 PDT)
Saturday, January 30 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Mountain Daylight Time (+2 EDT, -1 PDT)
- Event Format: Virtual via Zoom
- This event is offered LIVE. Recordings will not be available for CEUs after the event
- Tech Support Contact: con.ed@rm.edu
Description
This event combines didactic and interactive learning to explore novel and unique treatment methods for swallowing and swallowing disorders. In the spirit of innovation and advancing the field of SLP, Rocky Mountain University has invited various speakers to engage attendees in discussions on treatment modalities that may not have yet been considered within their clinical practice. The content will be intermediate to advanced level and relevant to SLPs with a wide range of clinical experience working with patients with dysphagia.
Completion Requirements: Attend courses and provide a brief reflection on the whole conference via the RMU PEAKS survey that is provided. The survey must be completed by the end of the day on Sunday, February 7, 11:59 PM MDT.
Pricing
| Early Bird | Standard Price | |
| One Day Only | $100 | $115 |
| Full Conference | $170 | $200 |
Credits
Eligible for up to 1.4 ASHA CEUs
Schedule
Friday, January 29 (All times listed in MDT)
| TIME (MDT) | PRESENTERS | TOPICS | ||
| AM | 8:00 | 8:10 | WELCOME | |
| 8:10 | 9:30 | Jessica Pisegna | ||
| 9:30 | 9:40 | Break | ||
| 9:40 | 11:40 | James Curtis | ||
| 11:40 | 11:50 | Break | ||
| 11:50 | 12:20 | Jessica Pisegna, James Curtis, and Tim Stockdale | FEES Discussion Panel | |
| PM | 12:20 | 12:30 | Break | |
| 12:30 | 2:00 | Debra Suiter | ||
| 2:00 | 2:10 | Break | ||
| 2:10 | 3:40 | Debra Suiter | ||
Saturday, January 30 (All times listed in MDT)
| TIME (MDT) | PRESENTERS | TOPICS | ||
| AM | 8:00 | 8:10 | WELCOME | |
| 8:10 | 9:30 | Jessica Gregor & Dr. Wilder | Esophageal Dysphagia part 1 | |
| 9:30 | 9:40 | Break | ||
| 9:40 | 11:10 | Jessica Gregor & Dr. Wilder | Esophageal Dysphagia part 2 | |
| 11:10 | 11:20 | Break | ||
| PM | 11:20 | 12:20 | Jessica Gregor, Dr. Wilder, Stephanie Watts, and Julie Huffman | Esophageal Discussion Panel |
| 12:20 | 12:30 | Break | ||
| 12:30 | 1:00 | Case segment | ||
| 1:00 | 1:30 | Case segment | ||
| 1:30 | 1:40 | Break | ||
| 1:40 | 2:10 | Case segment | ||
| 2:10 | 2:40 | Case segment | ||
| 2:40 | 2:50 | Break | ||
| 2:50 | 3:50 | David Zirlen, Nicole Forst, Aaron Padilla, and Mario Landera | Case Discussion Panel | |
Speakers
TBD
Sponsors
TBD
FAQ
What are our attendance requirements?
- We require you to sign off on attendance in the post-conference survey.
Do we allow Partial Credit?
- Yes, you can receive credit for each session you attend.
How do I request accommodations?
How far in advance do I need to submit for accommodations?
- Accommodation requests must be submitted 3 weeks before the Conference, on Friday, January 8, at the end of the business day.
Learner and Provider Cancellation/Refund Policy?
What is your complaint policy?
- Complaint Policy
- Submit a ticket for technical support at con.ed@rm.edu
Are there any prerequisites?
- There are no prerequisites that are required.
Are there any materials needed?
- There are no materials needed.
What is the deadline for the learner assessment?
- Sunday, February 7, 11:59 PM MDT
Non-discriminatory Practices
Code of Conduct?
Ethical practice for CE?
- ASHA CE Provider (Intermediate level) 1.4 ASHA CEUs. ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
Target Audience
Beginner, intermediate, and advanced-level speech-language pathologists who provide diagnostic and/or treatment services for patients with dysphagia