For Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech Language Pathologists

Become a Certified Rehab Risk Specialist and Position Yourself for Advancement

Complete the 5-week CRRS certification alongside a structured cohort and gain the risk leadership skills organizations value.

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5 Week Certification | Includes 3 CE Hours | Official CRRS Designation

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The Only Risk Management Certification Built Specifically for Rehab Professionals

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Most risk management education is designed for general healthcare administrators, not frontline rehab clinicians.

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CRRS was created specifically for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech Language Pathologists who want to strengthen their professional positioning, expand their career opportunities, and develop leadership-level risk expertise

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  • Risk management training designed exclusively for rehab clinicians

  • Developed by The Note Ninjas and Michael Uzar PT, CPHRM, a nationally recognized healthcare risk consultant

  • Structured cohort format with guided weekly discussions and Q and A

  • Weekly knowledge checks to reinforce mastery

  • Lifetime access to all training materials and resources

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The Career Ceiling Most Therapists Do Not See

You can be an excellent clinician and still feel professionally stuck.

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  • Many therapists remain in the same role for years.

  • They are overlooked for leadership opportunities.

  • They feel unprepared during audits and avoid compliance conversations.

  • They lack formal training in risk strategy and leadership-level documentation systems.

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The therapists who advance understand more than patient care.

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They understand documentation strategy, compliance systems, liability prevention, and how to communicate risk confidently to leadership.

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CRRS was built to help you move beyond staff-level responsibilities and position yourself for advancement.

Advance Your Career. Strengthen Your Professional Authority.

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You became a rehab professional to make an impact.

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But advancement requires more than strong clinical skills.

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It requires understanding documentation strategy, compliance systems, and risk management at a leadership level.

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The professionals who step into leadership roles understand how to manage risk, not just treat patients.

  • Every patient interaction carries clinical, legal, and professional accountability

  • Strong documentation systems distinguish leaders from staff-level clinicians

  • Organizations promote professionals who understand compliance and liability exposure

  • Risk expertise increases both patient safety and professional credibility

The Certified Rehab Risk Specialist program equips you to:

  • Anticipate and mitigate risk before it escalates

  • Document with clarity and defensibility while staying efficient

  • Apply informed consent, HIPAA standards, mandated reporting, and discharge planning correctly

  • Communicate risk confidently with leadership and administration

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Inside the 5-Week Certified Rehab Risk Specialist Certification

Each week builds toward earning your CRRS designation and strengthening your professional authority.

Week 1 — Foundations of Rehab Risk

Master the core principles of rehab-specific risk management and understand how patient safety, compliance, and clinician protection intersect in clinical practice.

Week 2 — Malpractice & Liability in Therapy

Analyze real malpractice cases, identify documentation vulnerabilities, and implement proven strategies to reduce liability exposure.

Week 3 — Licensure Discipline & Accountability

Understand how state boards investigate complaints, identify common violations, and implement proactive strategies that strengthen professional accountability.

Week 4 — Consent, HIPAA, & Patient Rights

Master informed consent, navigate regulatory gray areas, and manage information requests confidently while upholding patient rights.

Week 5 — Adverse Events & Complaints

Develop structured communication strategies when outcomes do not go as planned, document effectively, and implement service recovery practices that build trust and reduce liability.

Self-Paced Course — Write It Right (3 CEUs)

A 3 CE hour, scenario-driven documentation course that teaches you how to document falls, refusals, adverse events, HIPAA compliance, consent, and more using structured prompts and decision trees to strengthen defensibility.

The CRRS Certification combines therapist-led education with nationally recognized healthcare risk expertise.

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Built by Therapists. Backed by National Risk Expertise.

Meet the Experts Behind the CRRS Certification

Stephanie Mayer, PT, DPT, CRRS

Nicole Poppert, MS, OTR/L, CRRS

Michael Uzar, MJ, PT, DPT, CPHRM

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Together, we created the CRRS certification to provide rehab professionals with the systems, strategies, and credential needed to lead in risk management.

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Michael Uzar, MJ, PT, DPT, CPHRM

is a nationally recognized healthcare risk management consultant and Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management. He has advised healthcare organizations nationwide on reducing liability exposure, preventing malpractice claims, and strengthening compliance systems.

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The Note Ninjas

Stephanie Mayer, PT, DPT, CRRS and Nicole Poppert, MS, OTR/L,CRRS are co-founders of The Note Ninjas and co-creators of Write It Right. They have trained thousands of rehab professionals in defensible documentation, compliance strategy, and clinical systems that strengthen both patient care and professional positioning.

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Everything Included in Your CRRS Certification

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5-Week Certified Rehab Risk Specialist Program

Led by Michael Uzar, MJ, PT, DPT, CPHRM and The Note Ninjas

  • Master the core pillars of rehab-specific risk management.

  • Identify documentation vulnerabilities, reduce liability exposure, conduct internal audits, and communicate risk confidently to leadership.

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Write It Right CEU Course

  • A 3 CE hour, scenario-driven documentation course designed to strengthen defensibility in real-world clinical situations.

  • Document high-risk scenarios such as falls, refusals, non-compliance, and adverse events with clarity and defensibility.

  • Apply HIPAA standards, informed consent requirements, and discharge or termination protocols correctly.

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CRRS Risk Management Manual

  • A comprehensive, implementation-focused reference manual for building and maintaining risk systems in clinical practice.

  • Includes structured checklists, audit tools, compliance frameworks, and quick reference guides you can use immediately in the clinic.

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Cohort-Based Learning and Ongoing Peer Support

  • Participate in a cohort-based learning experience with structured discussion under each weekly training.

  • Engage directly with Michael Uzar and The Note Ninjas through guided Q&A.

  • Connect with a network of rehab professionals committed to advancing their leadership in risk management.

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Your Credential: CRRS

  • Earn the Certified Rehab Risk Specialist designation

  • Use CRRS after your name on resumes, professional profiles, and applications

  • Receive a digital certificate verifying completion

  • Demonstrate advanced competence in rehab-specific risk management and compliance leadership

Your CRRS Certification Also Includes These Implementation Tools

These tools ensure your certification translates into real-world leadership and professional visibility.

Clinical Risk Response Toolkit

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A structured framework for leading post-incident reviews with confidence, clarity, and professional authority.

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Includes guided documentation prompts, interdisciplinary review frameworks, and prevention planning templates you can implement immediately following adverse events.

CRRS Career Advancement Pack

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Step-by-step guidance on positioning your CRRS credential for promotions, leadership roles, and expanded responsibilities.

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Includes resume positioning language, interview talking points, and strategic frameworks for presenting your risk expertise to leadership and administrators.

Official CRRS Directory Listing

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Upon certification, your name will be listed on Michael Uzar’s website as a Certified Rehab Risk Specialist.

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This public directory validates your credential and positions you as a recognized rehab risk specialist within the industry.

Enrollment Is Open for the Upcoming CRRS Cohort

The CRRS certification program is delivered in structured cohorts so participants move through the certification together.

Each week builds progressively, with guided discussion and interactive Q and A built directly into the course platform.

To preserve the integrity of the cohort experience, enrollment closes once the cohort begins. All participants start and complete the certification together.

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HOW it WORKS

Step 1: Enroll in the CRRS Cohort

  • Secure your spot in the upcoming CRRS cohort.

  • Once enrolled, you will receive immediate access details and clear next steps so you can prepare for the cohort start date of March 16.

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Step 2: Complete Weekly Training Modules

  • Each week, a new pre-recorded training module is released inside the course platform.

  • Move through the material at your own pace while participating in structured cohort discussions and guided Q and A within the platform.

  • You will maintain lifetime access to all training materials for continued reference.

  • Alongside the CRRS certification, you receive access to the 3 CE hour Write It Right course, which you can complete at your convenience.

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Step 3: Complete Requirements and Earn Your CRRS Credential

  • Complete the 5-week certification requirements and weekly knowledge checks to earn the Certified Rehab Risk Specialist (CRRS) designation, ready to add to your resume, professional profiles, and leadership applications.

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CRRS Certification FAQs

  • How do I know whether this program is right for me?

    • This certification is designed for rehabilitation clinicians (PTs, OTs, SLPs, and assistants) who work in all settings as well as rehab business owners who want to strengthen their documentation strategy, lead with greater risk awareness, and position themselves for advancement within their organization.

    • It is for those who want to gain a fresh, risk-management perspective on how to handle even your most challenging patient cases, while learning practical strategies to reduce legal and professional risk. Beyond protection, this certification helps you stand out among your peers by building advanced judgment and confidence that will elevate your career — wherever it takes you next

  • How do I earn the CRRS?

    • To earn the Certified Rehab Risk Specialist (CRRS) credential, you must complete all 5 weekly training modules, participate in required learning activities, and pass the knowledge checks within the program.

    • Once completed, you will receive your official CRRS digital certificate.

  • Are there renewal requirements for CRRS?

    • Renewal cycle: Every 3 years

    • Requirements: Completion of a short refresher module & quiz

    • Renewal fee: Free for our first cohort

  • Is this approved for CEUs?

    • Yes — The Write It Right course included in the CRRS program provides 3 CE hours. Complete the course and pass the quiz (80%) to receive your CEU certificate.

    • For OT and OTA this course has been approved for 3.25 CE hours by AOTA

    • For PT and PTA this course has been approved for 3 CE hours by the following entities: Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice, Ohio Physical Therapy Association, Texas Physical Therapy Association, and by Redefine Health Education, a recognized approval agency of the Physical Therapy Board of California.

    • Courses approved by other state boards in the following jurisdictions are likely accepted for licensure credit based on the state regulation:

    • AL | AK | AR | CO | CT | DE | GA | HI | ID | IN | IA | KS | KY | ME | MA | MI | MN |MO | MT | NE | NH | NC | ND | OH| OR | PA | RI | SC | SD | TN |TX| UT | VT | VA | VI | WA | WI | WY

    • Courses approved by other APTA chapters in the following jurisdictions are likely accepted for licensure credit based on the state regulation:

    • AZ | DC | MD | MS | NM

    • Please reach out to your state licensing board to confirm the currency and accuracy of this information. If you have a specific question about CEU approval for this course in your state, please direct your inquiry to info@redefinehealthed.com.

    • The following state is pending approval: NJ (This will be approved within the month.)

    • The following states are not pre-approved: LA, IL, MN, NY, NV, OK, WV

    • Participants licensed in states not pre-approved may file for individual approval using the instructions on this document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uINVSr-O7xE95OLRA5FjLYeAB3BjwxfS/edit

  • When does this certification start?

    • The next CRRS cohort begins March 16.

    • Enrollment remains open until the cohort start date (or until seats are filled). Once the cohort begins, registration closes so participants can move through the 5-week certification together.

  • How do I access the certification materials?

    • Once you enroll, you’ll receive a login to our certification platform, where you can access all the lessons, downloads, and scenarios. You’ll also receive reminder emails to help you stay on track.

  • Do I have to join right now?

    • CRRS enrollment is tied to the March 16 cohort start date. Once the cohort begins, registration closes so participants can progress together. If you're planning to earn your credential this spring, now is the time to secure your spot.

Step Into Risk Leadership. Become Certified in Rehab Risk Management.

The next CRRS cohort begins March 16.
Enrollment closes once the cohort begins so participants can progress through the 5-week certification together.

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If you're ready to strengthen your documentation strategy, elevate your professional authority, and earn the Certified Rehab Risk Specialist (CRRS) credential, this is your opportunity.

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5-Week Certification • 3 CE Hours • CRRS Credential • Official Directory Listing

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AOTA Approved Provider Statement: The Note Ninjas is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity approval ID #14150 . This Distance Learning-Independent activity is offered at .325 CEUs or 3.25 contact hours, Intermediate, Professional Issues. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

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  • Expand for AOTA Guidelines

    • Financial and Non-Financial Disclosures Statement

      • Stephanie Mayer, PT, DPT, Nicole Poppert, MS, OTR/L, and Michael Uzar, MJ, PT, DPT, CPHRM are the instructors and creators of this course. They have a financial interest in this professional development activity as they receive proceeds from course sales. No non-financial conflicts of interest have been disclosed. The content is designed to be evidence-based, practical, and free of commercial bias.

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    • Target Audience:

      • This course is designed for physical therapists (PTs), occupational therapists (OTs), speech language pathologists (SLPs) and assistants (PTAs and OTAs) who are looking to strengthen their clinical defensibility, documentation quality, and risk awareness across all settings.

      • The Educational Level of this course is Intermediate. Participants should have a foundational understanding of rehabilitation and be looking to deepen their skills with advanced strategies and documentation practices.

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    • Learning Outcomes:

      • Explain key principles of risk management within rehabilitation settings.

      • Recognize and implement strategies to mitigate situations that may lead to malpractice claims.

      • Describe licensure and disciplinary processes and identify methods to prevent common violations.

      • Apply best practices for obtaining informed consent and managing information release.

      • Respond effectively to patient complaints, adverse events, and poor outcomes

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    • The Rehab Risk Management Certification (RRMC) is a 5-week cohort-based continuing education program for PTs, OTs, SLPs, and assistants. This interactive training combines expert-led sessions with real-world case studies to help clinicians strengthen defensibility, streamline documentation, and deliver functional, patient-centered care.

    • Enrollment includes access to the Write It Right Course, a self-paced CE course that provides deeper instruction on defensible documentation and medical necessity. Together, these programs equip participants with practical tools, templates, and a complete documentation system designed to save time, improve outcomes, and protect professional practice.

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    • AOTA continuing education units (CEUs) and Contact Hours

      • The Write it Right Course has been approved for CEUs for Physical Therapists (PTs), Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), and Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs).

      • Participants who successfully complete the course will be eligible to receive .325 CEUs (3.25 contact hours) in accordance with approval from the appropriate accrediting organizations.

      • Please refer to your state or national licensing board for specific CEU requirements and acceptance. If you have any questions regarding CEU eligibility, please contact hello@thenoteninjas.com

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      Registration Information, Including Special Needs Requests

      • Registration for the Rehab Risk Management Certification is now open. Participants must complete the online registration form and submit payment to secure their spot. Upon successful registration, attendees will receive a confirmation email with event details and access instructions.

      • We are committed to ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all participants. If you require special accommodations due to a disability or have specific learning needs, please contact us at hello@thenoteninjas.com at least 14 days before the event to discuss available accommodations.

      • For questions regarding registration, group discounts, or payment options, please reach out to hello@thenoteninjas.com

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    • Completion Requirements

      • To receive continuing education units (CEUs) Write it Right, participants must meet the following requirements:

        • Full Attendance: Participants must watch all modules.

        • Knowledge Assessment: At the conclusion of the course, registrants must complete a comprehensive quiz covering key concepts from the modules.

        • Passing Score: A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the quiz and earn CEU certification.

        • CEU Certificate Issuance: Upon successful completion of the quiz, participants will receive their CEU certificate via email within 48 hours.

    • Participants who do not pass the quiz will have the opportunity to retake it once within 48 hours to achieve a passing score.

    • For any questions regarding completion requirements, please contact hello@thenoteninjas.com

    • AOTA Approved Provider Statement: The Note Ninjas is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity approval ID #14150 . This Distance Learning-Independent activity is offered at .325 CEUs or 3.25 contact hours, Intermediate, Professional Issues. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.