VRDM280
Disability Management and Return-To-Work
Getting people back to work after an injury or illness is key to any rehabilitation or disability management effort. In this course, you will learn proven strategies for planning and evaluating integrated, cost-effective disability management programs, as well as develop case management skills, including for early intervention and record keeping. As you learn to manage the return-to-work (RTW) process using person-centered methods, you will explore topics such as the RTW hierarchy, RTW plans, and graduated RTW, taking an inclusive, holistic approach to recovery. You will learn practical ways to navigate complex environments, engage with stakeholders, and manage insurance claims. Finally, you will assist employers in developing workplace accommodations, all within the context of advocating for workers with disabilities.
Overview
Location: Online
Duration: 6 weeks
Tuition: $749
Can be applied to:
Vocational Rehabilitation and Disability Management Certificate
Upcoming Offerings
- Tue, Sep 10 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, Sep 17 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, Sep 24 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, Oct 1 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, Oct 8 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, Oct 15 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, May 6 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, May 13 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, May 20 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, May 27 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, Jun 3 (self-paced all week)
- Tue, Jun 10 (self-paced all week)
What you will learn
After completing this course, you’ll be able to do the following:
- Promote return-to-work as a cost-effective risk management strategy for employers
- Explain the importance of documentation and records management to support and protect the employer
- Leverage return-to-work and early intervention to minimize the adverse impacts of disability on work
- Engage stakeholders and advocate for the worker to optimize recovery support efforts
- Select interventions to support early and safe return-to-work as part of the case management process
- Apply return-to-work strategies and processes to optimize the likelihood of successful return
- Develop an individualized plan that supports the individual’s recovery and return-to-work
How you will learn and be evaluated
- Prepare to spend 6–10 hours per week on coursework
- Expect reading and other assignments on a weekly basis
- Plan to access the course at least once every few days to keep up with your work and class discussions
- Connect with the instructor via email, online posts, and optional live Q&A Zoom sessions scheduled by the instructor (summaries/recordings available)
You will be evaluated on:
- Assignments (individual and group)
- Participation in online discussions and case scenarios
You will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis (minimum average grade of 75% required to pass).
Learning Materials
No textbook is required. We will provide all course materials online.
Technical Requirements
For online courses, you will need a computer with audio and microphone that is connected to the internet. Canvas is the online system that will be used for the course. For more information and online support, visit Online Learning.
Professional Development Credits
This course may meet the requirements for the following credential:
This course is also pre-approved for continuing education credits from the following organizations:
- Vocational Rehabilitation Association Canada – Continuing Education Units
- BC Association of Kinesiologists – Continuing Education Units
- College of Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals – Continuing Education Units