Dysphagia in ALS – Recording
Presented by: Kendrea L. (Focht) Garand, PhD, CScD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CBIS, CCRE
NOVEMBER 1, 2021 – NOVEMBER 1, 2026
After this webinar, you will be able to…
- Explain how ALS impacts swallowing safety and efficiency
- Explain the role of the SLP in assessment and management of dysphagia in ALS
- List components of a clinical examination to assess swallowing in ALS.
- Integrate appropriate rationale for targeted compensatory strategies for dysphagia in ALS.
- Describe best evidence available supporting use of exercise in ALS.

Can I get continuing education for this webinar?
After watching the webinar, you will need to pass a short quiz with at least 80% accuracy and attend the full webinar to obtain credit for your participation. The link to the quiz will be available to you after the presentation in the course area. Once completed, you will receive a certificate of completion inside your course area.
Speaker Information and Disclosures
Course Agenda
Agenda:
- 0-10 minutes: Introduction and Disclosures
- 10-30 minutes: Impact of ALS on swallowing function
- 30-50 minutes:Assessment of dysphagia in ALS
- 50-70 minutes: Dysphagia management in ALS
- 70-80 minutes: Oral health
- 80-90 minutes: Alternative nutrition
- 90-100 minutes: Ethical considerations
- 100-105 minutes: Conclusions
- 105-120 minutes: Q&A
Additional FAQs
Can I get ASHA CEUS for this Course?
After watching the webinar, you will need to pass a short quiz with at least 80% accuracy and attend the full webinar to obtain credit for your participation. The link to the quiz will be available to you after the presentation in the course area. Once completed, you will receive a certificate of completion inside your course area.
What is the Refund/Cancellation Policy?
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What can I do if I have a complaint?
Please contact us at info@medslpcollective.com
Who is this webinar appropriate for?
The target audience for this webinar is licensed speech-language pathologists. There are no prerequisite skills or knowledge needed beyond the basic speech-language pathology training and licensing.
What if I need special accommodations?
If you require accommodations to access these materials due to a disability, please email us at info@medslpcollective.com