LCLC: Lymphedema; Complete Lymphedema Certification (LCLC)
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Pre-requisites
Prerequisite: To attend our Complete Lymphedema Certification Course, as per the Lymphology Association of North America (LANA®) requirements, participants must have the following:
-Current, unrestricted licensure as an RN, LPN, OT, COTA, PT, PTA, MD, DO, ATC, DC or Massage Therapists who have completed 500 massage school hours and/or National Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Certification.
Course Objective
Each course participant will be trained in the four components of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) and the management of lymphedema affecting the upper and lower extremities, head and neck, exterior genitalia, trunkal swelling, pediatric lymphedema, lymphedema caused by chronic venous insufficiencies and other pathologies, post-surgical and post-traumatic edema, lipedema and more. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to differentiate between a variety of peripheral edemas and understand the medical indications and contraindications of CDT. Furthermore the therapist will be able to establish and perform a treatment plan for individuals with chronic extremity lymphedema and other conditions.
Course Topics
-Anatomy, physiology and pathology of the lymphatic system
-Basic and advanced techniques of MLD and CDT
-Treatment of primary and secondary lymphedema as well as related conditions
-Treatment of pediatric lymphedema, head/neck and genital lymphedema
-Lymphedema bandaging techniques for upper and lower extremities
-Decongestive exercises for lymphedema patients
-Measuring techniques for edema (volumetric and circumferential)
-Measuring techniques for compression garments (with certification) - CircAid, JUZO, Elvarex
-Home maintenance and self-treatment for lymphedema patients
-Hygienic skin and nail care for lymphedema
-Indications and contraindications for MLD and CDT
-Billing issues for lymphedema therapy
-Marketing issues for lymphedema therapists
-Up-to-date teaching tools and technologies are used during the course
-ACOLS provides free support of graduates (consulting services, therapist resource listing and more)
-ACOLS periodically offers advanced and review classes
Class Preparation
The Complete Lymphedema Certification Course consists of 135 hours. Students will first complete a 45-hour Home Study Program, followed by the 90-hour class for their live lecture and hands-on instruction. The classroom time is taught over 7 consecutive days. It requires only 5 working days and 2 weekends to complete. Participants can also split the course, attending the first 6 days, then returning within 6 months to finish the last 5 days of the course.
In preparation for the class you should complete the 45-hour home study and take the exam at the end of the program.
Supplies
Upon receiving your deposit, a confirmation package containing the course book and home study materials will be sent to you. The confirmation package will also contain information regarding the location of the course and any relevant travel and hotel information.
-Bring your manual and textbook with you to class.
-Two sheets to cover the treatment tables and draping.
-Pen/Pencil/Highlighters, as these may be useful for highlighting your manual.
All other class materials will be given to you on the first day of class.
Cancellation Policy
Contact ACOLS, acols.com; 800.863.5935 OR 772.589.3355
Meeting Site
TBD
Duration
The Complete Lymphedema Certification Course is a total of 135 hours. Students will first complete a 45-hour Home Study Program, followed by the 90-hour class for their live lecture and hands-on instruction. The classroom time is taught over 9 consecutive days. It requires only 5 working days and 2 weekends to complete. If necessary, participants can split the course, attending the first 5 days, then returning within 6 months to finish the last 4 days of the course.
Attire
Certain techniques that are practiced during classtime require direct contact with the skin. Please have the following items available for class labs:
Ladies: Bathing suits, halter-tops, sports bras, shorts
Gentlemen: shorts, or bathing suit.
It is recommended you wear these items under comfortable clothing. The days can be long, so we want you to be as comfortable as possible. You may also want to bring a light jacket with you to class. Classroom temperatures can be difficult to regulate.
Registration
Registration Requirements
1. Select the course date and location of your choice from our Schedule of Courses and register. Students MUST register for the course at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the course. This is to ensure the student has adequate time to complete the Home Study Program prior to attending the course.
2. Once the registration is received and processed, we will ship the necessary home study materials, along with the online portal access information to complete the 45-hour Home Study portion of the course.
3. Students prepare for the theoretical portion of the program using our Home Study/Online Portal. Our online portal contains 7 learning modules and a final exam. Students study each module and complete a practice exam at the end of each module. Once all modules have been studied, and the student is prepared, they will complete the final exam which is graded. Students must pass the final exam with a grade of 90% or better.
4. Prior to attending the 90-hour live portion of the course, each student must complete and submit a Student Application, along with a copy of their professional license. These documents can be faxed to us at (772) 589-0306.
5. Three additional exams are administered during the classroom time. If the student successfully completes the 135 hours of study and passes all of the exams, the student will be a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT).
The tuition for the Complete Lymphedema Certification course is $3150.00. A minimum deposit of $900.00 is required at the time of registration and will secure your spot in the course. The balance of the tuition is due thirty (30) days prior to the first day of class.
We offer an early registration discount of $250 if registered 60 days or more in advance. Financing options and payment plans are available if needed.
