Spinal Screening Certification
- Austin (Main Campus)
- 3.3 CPE Credits
- Free
In compliance with Health and Safety Code, Chapter 37, all children shall undergo screening for abnormal spinal curvature in accordance with the following schedule:
- Girls are screened two times, once at age 10 (or fall semester of grade 5) and again at age 12 (or fall semester of grade 7).
- Boys are screened one time at age 13 or 14 (or fall semester of grade 8).
This training provides certification for non-health related practitioners and health practitioners. Certificates will be issued to all participants who successfully complete the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) approved spinal screening program.
The continuing education (CE)credits do NOT apply to nursing credits.