100841 - ACQUIRE

Overview

ACQUIREc Pediatric Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy is an 8-hour introductory, evidence-based micro-credentialing course on the ACQUIREc signature form of (PCIMT). The course content includes the history, foundational evidence, key behavioral learning techniques, and an overview of the ACQUIRE Framework used to operationalize and maximize the process of clinical delivery for occupational and physical therapists, therapy assistants, and students. This course bridges the gap between research and practice, and is a beginning-level credentialing process. The course can also serve as a first step in a more advanced-level certification pathway for therapists interested in mastering high-intensity, structured neurorehabilitation for children.

Agenda/Schedule

Course Content:

Introduction to ACQUIREc PCIMT

Developmental Disregard and Learned non-use

History of PCIMT-

Overview of Framework

Constraint

Purpose of Casting

Types of Constraint: cast and splint

Cast Description and Fabrication

Description of Cast Changes

Data supporting no negative side effects

Other constraints/bimanual approach

Principles of ACQUIREc Intervention

Shaping Behavior

Attention, interaction, and engagement: Reinforcement of the MR3 cycle and shaping

Shaping Movement

Progression, facilitation: physical, verbal, and positioning.

Movement progression

ADL’s

ACQUIREc Bilateral Treatment Process

ACQUIRE Principles: Live Webinar Discussion

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100841 - 566386B

2026

Available

ACQUIRE

Discussion

Aug 23, 2026 to Nov 19, 2026

566386B Registration

$250.00

Section Notes

The registration will open until Sunday, December 6th at 11:59pm. The live Zoom webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, December 9th. All the course materials will expire on Sunday, December 13th at 11:59pm. We recommend you save 8 hours to finish the Canvas course.

Cancellation Policy: Refund requests must be received 14 calendar days prior to the program start date. A $30 administrative fee will be deducted from all refunds. Requests should be sent by email or by initiating a drop request through the student portal in our online registration system. As an alternative to a refund, you may send a substitute at no additional cost. Please contact us at 540-231-5182 or e-mail cpeinfo@vt.edu to request a substitution. Please note: refunds will not be issued for no-shows or for cancellations received on or after the program start date. In the unlikely event that this program is cancelled or postponed due to insufficient enrollments or unforeseen circumstances, the university will fully refund registration fees but cannot be held responsible for any other expenses, including cancellation or change charges assessed by airlines, hotels, travel agencies, or other organizations.