University Training Opportunities
For Students and University Programs
Students are truly our future. With up to 1 billion people living with a neurological condition worldwide, we believe that it is critical to help prepare students with evidence-based treatments that work. Because of this, we allow students not only to attend our courses, but also to achieve their LSVT certification while they are students.
Students
If you are an SLP, PT or OT student interested in pursuing LSVT LOUD®, LSVT LOUD® for KIDS, or LSVT BIG® Certification yourself, you are welcome to register for any of our LSVT Training and Certification Courses at the student rate.
Professors
If you are a professor and have a group of students who may be interested in becoming LSVT Certified, we encourage you to read on about our university training opportunities.
The LSVT Global University Training Program has helped faculty from over 100 universities to enhance the academic value of their neuro coursework by giving speech, physical, and occupational therapy students the opportunity to become certified in LSVT LOUD or LSVT BIG.
Professors have the flexibility of choosing the learning timeframe and whether the students learn individually or together as they complete the self-paced online LSVT LOUD, LSVT LOUD for KIDS or LSVT BIG Training and Certification Course. Organizing a group requires minimal faculty time. Simply gather the names and emails of students and we do the rest!
Group Rates for University Training
$30 additional discount per student or resident with groups of five or more PT, PTA, OT, OTA, and/or SLP students. Faculty and affiliated clinicians can also qualify for discounted rates and need not be previously certified.
→ Student group rate: $295
→ Resident/fellow group rate: $435
→ Professional group rate: $555
*For every 10 students who register, one faculty member qualifies for the student group rate of $295, a savings of over 50% from the professional rate.
There are no additional fees or required training when students upgrade to professional status after they graduate.
How do students benefit?
- Increases students’ skills and confidence working with individuals who have Parkinson’s disease (PD) and other adult and pediatric neurological conditions affecting voice and movement.
- Students discover how to integrate principles of neuroplasticity and motor learning theories learned in the classroom into the treatment through LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG.
- Competitive edge when seeking internships and jobs.
- Reduced registration rates.
How does it work?
1. Share the opportunity with students and faculty in your program.
2. Simply Contact us to let us know you are interested in offering LSVT BIG or LSVT LOUD at your university. We will set up a call with you to discuss your preferred learning format and timeframe. We will take care of all the details related to registration, payment, and shipping, making it very simple for busy faculty and students.
Introductory Webinars and Other Courses on LSVT LOUD & LSVT BIG
Prior to offering the LSVT Training and Certification Courses to your students, you can take advantage of easy ways to inform students about LSVT LOUD, LSVT LOUD for KIDS, and LSVT BIG through short pre-recorded webinars, saving you hours of work creating a lecture.
If you are LSVT Certified yourself, we encourage you to utilize the informational lecture slides and videos found in your LSVT Clinician Account.
For Physical and Occupational Therapy Programs
Evidence-based Occupational & Physical Therapy (LSVT BIG): An Informational Webinar for OT and PT Students and Faculty (1-hour free webinar)
LSVT BIG OT Simucase “Judith” (Simucase)
A Primer in a Parkinson's-Specific Occupational Therapy Program (Medbridge)
Interprofessional Practice for Parkinson's: LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD (Medbridge)
For Speech and Hearing Science Programs
The Latest and The Greatest! New Applications of LSVT LOUD to Pediatrics, Swallowing, Machine Learning, and Global Impact (1-hour free webinar)
Interprofessional Practice for Parkinson's: LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD (Medbridge)
Childhood Motor Speech Disorders: Neuroplasticity and LSVT LOUD (Medbridge)
LSVT LOUD SLP Simucase “Judith" (Simucase)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I offer this to students any time of the year?
Yes. With the Online LSVT BIG, LSVT LOUD, or LSVT LOUD for KIDS Training and Certification Courses, you can offer them whenever it makes the most sense for your program.
Can LSVT Global faculty come to my university to give the course?
We recommend using the Online LSVT Training and Certification Courses, which are taught by the same instructors as the live course. The courses are designed to be very interactive and engaging. If you are interested in incorporating hands on practice and live discussion with your students, we can provide you with many ideas! We are also happy to arrange for a Q & A session on Zoom following the training.
If your university is interested in hosting a Virtual Live or In-Person LSVT Training and Certification Course that is not only for your students, but open for general professional and student registration, click HERE to learn more. LSVT Courses are typically scheduled at least 8 – 12 months in advance.
Can undergraduate students get certified in LSVT?
Students must be enrolled in professional graduate programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech and hearing sciences. We also allow second year PTA and OTA students to register. We recommend that students have some fundamental knowledge of Parkinson’s and neuro coursework before taking the LSVT Training and Certification Course.
Can students attend live courses?
Yes, students are welcome to attend any of our virtual live or in-person courses at the same discounted rate. Please contact us if you have a group of five or more students and/or professionals who would like to register for online, virtual live, and/or in-person courses. Course types can be mixed and matched.