Self-Directed Assessment

Where an activity is self-directed such as reviewing a book, video, article, participating in a study group, initiating a field trip or undertaking research an MTANS - CEU SELF-DIRECTED ASSESSMENT form must be completed for each such self directed activity. (A sample is attached to the end of this package.) A copy of the MTANS - CEU SELF-DIRECTED ASSESSMENT form must be submitted to MTANS within 30 days of your completing a self-directed activity in order to earn CEU credit(s) for that activity.

The following notes are intended to clarify what the CEU Committees expectations are with respect to each activity type.

BOOK - a literary composition of some length read in its entirety.

ARTICLE - a literary piece in a journal, magazine or separate section of a document or chapter(s) of a book.

VIDEO - of or pertaining to any visual media of some length, that can be rented purchased or borrowed,

STUDY GROUP - a minimum of three health care professionals working in a structured practical or theoretical model with a specific focus and intended outcome of study. Areas of study must be consistent with the scope of practice established by the Association and have significant content directly related to the practice of massage therapy. Examples of areas of study can include and are not necessarily limited to:

Regional anatomy review
Treatment protocols for specific regions of anatomy
Review/Learn methods of taking blood pressure and the implications of Hypertension
Muscle Length Tests
Orthopedic Assessments and special Tests

the "study group session" may be evaluated by the Continuing Education Committee on a random basis as part of a process to confirm the self-assessed credit. Therefore each member/participant of such a Study Group must complete a MTANS - CEU SELF-DIRECTED ASSESSMENT form., providing the name, designation ( RMT , DC , MD, etc.), and daytime telephone number of each participant.
The MTANS - CEU SELF-DIRECTED ASSESSMENT form allows for each participant to elaborate on how the activity was structured. Examples may include but are not limited to:
Hands-on practice on other participants or participants' clients/patients
Discussion of theory/hands-on practice
Lecture given by study group provider or guest speaker.
The MTANS - CEU SELF-DIRECTED ASSESSMENT form allows for each participant to describe what study aids or reference materials were used. Examples may include but are not limited to:
Manuals (include title, date of publication, ISBN #, publisher/distributor, etc.)
Texts (include title, date of publication, ISBN #, publisher/distributor, etc.)
Videos (include title, date of release or copyright distributor, etc.)

FIELD TRIP - visiting a site with a specific focus for a specific outcome in knowledge as a result of the field trip. For Primary Activity CEU consideration the focus activity at the host site must be consistent with the scope of practice established by the Association and have significant content directly related to the practice of massage therapy. It is generally expected that such activities are hosted by qualified interpreters. Examples of suitable field trips can include and are not necessarily limited to:

Cadaver Lab
Functional Rehabilitation Facility
Hydrotherapy Spa
Observer of other complimentary modalities.

the awarding of CEU credits for a FIELD Trip is subject to a the member submitting a proposal to the CEU Committee beforehand. The proposal must include anticipated answers to the SELF-DIRECTED Assessment form.
For Secondary Activity CEU consideration the proposed Field Trip must conform to a strictly reasonable interpretation of the definition of a "Secondary Activity," resulting in an outcome for the Member, which will have potential impact on client care indirectly.
A proposal for a FIELD TRIP must anticipate the questions outlined in the MTANS - CEU SELF-DIRECTED ASSESSMENT form with respect to:
- Why are you choosing this field trip?
- What will it be about?
- What do you expect to learn?
- How might you use this experience and information in your practice?
- Where is the field trip to?
- Who will it be facilitated/hosted by?
- What is the anticipated duration of the field trip?
- Do you consider the field trip a Primary or Secondary Activity?
- When do you intend to do the field trip?
As with any CEU Evaluation, the Member is required to submit the proposal in advance of the activity. The proposal will be reviewed by the Committee under the criteria outlined in the MTANS Continuing Education and Professional Development Policy, specifically Part 3b (Section 6) - Assigning Credit Values to Activities. In other words, allow six to eight weeks to receive a NOTICE OF APPROVAL for your proposed field trip.

RESEARCH - Specific guidelines for CEU evaluation of "RESEARCH" will be developed as Member interest in this area warrants. In the meantime, should a Member wish to undertake research or initiate a research project, with an intention of receiving CEU credit for the work, the Member is encouraged to submit a proposal to the Committee for their consideration. The proposal, at a minimum, must provide anticipated answers to the questions found in the MTANS - CEU SELF-DIRECTED ASSESSMENT form.

As with any CEU Evaluation, the Member is required to submit the proposal in advance of the activity. The proposal will be reviewed by the Committee under the criteria outlined in the MTANS Continuing Education and Professional Development Policy, specifically Part 3b (Section 6) - Assigning Credit Values to Activities. In other words, allow six to eight weeks to receive a NOTICE OF APPROVAL for your proposed research.

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