Professional Development Plans and Techniques Heartland AEA recognizes the need for continual development of professional skills. Staff is expected to plan their professional growth in alignment with Heartland's' mission and goals, discipline goals and objectives, and meet the needs of the individual therapist. Annual performance objectives are the foundation of an individual's professional development. Heartland provides a variety of opportunities such as, attending in-service training, state and national conferences, and staff development classes, to enable individuals to achieve their objectives. The occupational therapy and physical therapy service department has implemented a mentoring system, and recognizes other unique methods to meet the educational and training needs of therapists. Continuing Education Report Courses for Salary Schedule Advancement Meeting/Inservice/Conference Request New Staff Mentoring Professional Development Options Professional Licensure- Certificate of Attendance Updated 3-25-00

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