What is the purpose of the Licensee Assistance Program?

The Licensee Assistance Program is designed primarily to offer educational support and monitoring to professionals within the field. This program aims to assist individuals who may be experiencing issues that could affect their practice, such as substance use disorders or mental health issues. By providing educational resources and monitoring, the program promotes both recovery and professional development, ensuring that participants have the tools and support necessary to maintain competence and ethical standards in their practice.

Educational support may include workshops, seminars, or one-on-one mentoring, while monitoring involves regular check-ins to assess progress and compliance with treatment or educational plans. This comprehensive approach helps ensure that licensees can continue to provide safe and effective care to their clients while addressing personal challenges.

The focus on education and support differentiates this program from ones that may emphasize financial assistance, job placement, or treatment funding, which serve different purposes and audiences. The unique goal of fostering professional growth and recovery within a supportive framework is what establishes the Licensee Assistance Program's importance in the field of physical therapy.