Treatment of Bowel and Bladder Disorders: Evaluation and Treatment of Dysfunctional Voiding, Bedwetting, and Constipation. – FAQs

CEU/CUU’s Frequently Asked Questions

As of February 2023, the information contained in this FAQ is as accurate as we can find. Changes by state and accrediting agency are likely: please take the time to confirm information specific to your locale.

Information below is relevant only to

Treatment of Bowel and Bladder Disorders: Evaluation and Treatment of Dysfunctional Voiding, Bedwetting, and Constipation (Peds 1)

offered by Dawn Sandalcidi, kidsbowelbladder.com

What kind of credits are issued for this course: CEUs or CUUs?

Each state names and calculates their credits differently. Check with your state’s regulating agency to find out the name (CEU or CUU) and contact hour requirements for your licensing needs.

Who is ultimately responsible for determining if I can get CEUs from taking this course?

It is the responsibility of the participant to determine whether their state approves CEU/CUUs for this course. Dawn Sandalcidi has offered information as guidance with the caveat that all needs to be confirmed by licensee.

For which professions does this course offer CEUs?

Pediatric Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction is approved for continuing education credits for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants and other therapy professions.

Which states are pre-approved for CEUs for this course?

  • Arkansas – Approved for 17.6 hours by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.

  • California – CPTA #22-582 has been approved for 1.76 CEUs from 12/16/22 to 12/16/23.  *California requires a specific certificate. Please email admin@kidsbowelbladder.com upon completion for California Certificate with state specific approval information.

  • Hawaii – Approved for 17.6 CC Units from 1/1/23-12/31/24 by the Hawaii State Board of Physical Therapy. Course Index #23-050.

  • Illinois – 897-8748 Subject to self-study limitations 17.5 Continuing Education Hours for IL license renewals 12/1/2022 – 12/1/2023.  *Illinois requires a specific certificate. Please email admin@kidsbowelbladder.com upon completion for Illinois Certificate with state specific approval information.

  • Maryland – Course approval 2021-2772 for 1.85 Continuing Education Units through 3/1/2025.

  • Minnesota – Course Approval #6900 from 7/1/22-6/30/23 by Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy for 17.6 CE hours.

  • Nevada – Course Approved by Nevada Physical Therapy Board through 7/31/2023 for 17.6 hours.

  • New Jersey – Course approved by New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners course #2110-34 through 1/31/26 for 17.6 hours.

  • New Mexico – Approved through 5/4/23 by the New Mexico Board of Physical Therapy for 17.6 CEU hours.

  • Pennsylvania – Approved by Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy,  number PTPT015608 for 17.6 contact hours through 12/31/2024.

  • Ohio – Course Approval 23S0184. Approved by the Ohio Physical Therapy Association 17.5 CEUs from 1/1/22-1/1/24.  *Ohio requires a specific certificate. Please  email admin@kidsbowelbladder.com upon completion for Ohio Certificate with state specific approval information.

  • Oklahoma – Approved by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision for 17.6 hours. Course 202311670 through 1/31/24.

  • Texas – Course 45837, Approval 74261. Approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 17.6 CCUs for PTs and PTAs from 11/1/2022 to 11/1/2023.  *Texas requires a specific certificate. Please email admin@kidsbowelbladder.com upon completion for Texas Certificate with state specific approval information.

  • Utah – Approved by APTA Utah for 17.5 hours. Course #CEUL093169 through 5/8/2024.

  • Washington D.C. – Approved by the DC Board of Physical Therapy for 17.6 CEU hours.

  • West Virginia – Course Approved by West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy DSDPT-R23-01 for 17.5 contact hours through 12/31/23.

If my state has not pre-approved the course, can I still get credit for it?

Some states have a reciprocal agreement allowing licensees to receive credit hours for a course approved by a different state. While it is the responsibility of the licensee to confirm her state’s policies, the following list includes states with known reciprocal agreements. Whether the agreement is with all other states is up to the licensee to determine.

Alaska, Arizona, California, Delaware, Washington DC, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wyoming

Without a reciprocal agreement, can I take this course and receive credit from my state?

There are two other situations where licensees can get credit for a course offered in a different state:

States Not Requiring Course Pre-Approval:   Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Washington

States with No Continuing Education Requirements at this time:  Maine, Massachusetts

What if I do not see my state listed in any of the above tables?

You may still be able to receive credit even if we have not been able to confirm your state’s approval process. Please contact your regulating agency. Email the information you gather to: info@kidsbowelbladder.com, we can add it to the information to this page.

If my state has not approved this course, can I petition to receive credit?

Several states do allow an individual to seek approval for a course. Protocols vary across states: some need advanced notice; some allow for approval after the course has been completed. Check with your state’s regulating agency to find out if this is possible for you.