Brooks Institute of Higher Learning

Day two of AOTA Inspire is underway! ✨

It’s a Small World, but OT makes a Big Difference 🌎

Visit Booth 351 to learn how our OT Fellowship programs support advanced clinical development, mentorship, and specialty training and explore career opportunities with Brooks Rehabilitation across our system of care.

Stop by to connect with our team and enjoy some cotton candy while you’re there! 🍭

Day one of AOTA Inspire is underway in Anaheim, California! 🌴☀️

Visit Booth 351 to learn how our OT Fellowship programs support advanced clinical development, mentorship, specialty training, and explore career opportunities with Brooks Rehabilitation across our system of care.

Plus, stop by for fresh popcorn while you connect with our team! 🍿

Whether you’re exploring your next step or just want to say hello, we’d love to meet you.

📣 Applications Extended! 📣

Great news! The Brooks IHL Residency & Fellowship application deadline has been extended for select programs. If you’re a clinician looking to advance your skills, specialize your practice, and grow professionally, now is the time to apply!

🗓 New deadline: April 24, 2026 (rolling review – programs may close early once capacity is reached)

✅ Programs with extended deadlines include:
• Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency (Daytona)
• Neurologic Occupational Therapy Fellowship (Daytona)*
• Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency (Jacksonville & Orlando)
• Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency
• Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship
• Geriatric Physical Therapy Residency

👉 Apply today and take the next step in your professional journey: BrooksIHL.org

Upper-extremity orthoses are commonly used in neurological rehab, but knowing what to use, when to use it, and how it supports function can make all the difference in patient outcomes.

Join us for Clinical Application of Orthoses for Individuals with Neurological Conditions, a 2-day course designed specifically for OTs and OTAs working with neurologic populations.

🗓️ April 18–19, 2026
📍 Brooks Rehabilitation – Jacksonville, FL

Participants will:
• review indications for orthotic use across neurological diagnoses
• examine positioning and protection strategies for the upper extremity
• connect orthotic selection to functional goals and participation
• strengthen clinical reasoning for orthotic decision-making in neurologic populations.

Ideal for clinicians working in inpatient rehab, outpatient neuro, acute care, and post-acute settings.

Register here:
https://www.brooksihl.org/courses/2026-clinical-application-of-orthoses-for-individuals-with-neurological-conditions/

✨ Great news for Orlando clinicians! ✨

Seats are still available for Vestibular II: Management of Complex and Atypical Presentations happening in Orlando!

This advanced course dives deep into challenging vestibular conditions and equips you with the tools to confidently manage complex and atypical presentations.

📘 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ In‑depth assessment strategies for complex vestibular diagnoses
✔️ Advanced and applied vestibular anatomy
✔️ Emerging research on common and atypical presentations
✔️ Alternative assessments and interventions for atypical positional testing and unusual BPPV findings
✔️ Overview of less common vestibular-related diagnoses, clinical signs, exam findings, and treatment options
✔️ Hands‑on labs, case examples, and interactive learning to apply concepts directly to patient care.

This course blends didactic content with real‑world application, giving you the confidence to treat even the most challenging vestibular patients.

📍 Location: Brooks Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic - Osceola 1172 Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, Florida, 34741
📅 Course Dates: March 28-29
🔗 Details & Registration: https://www.brooksihl.org/courses/2026-vestibular-ii-management-of-complex-and-atypical-presentations/

Don’t miss your chance to join other passionate therapists and elevate your practice. Register today before the final seats fill!

📍 2026 Male Pelvic Health: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Treatment and Management

🗓️ March 7–8, 2026 | Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital - University Campus, Jacksonville, FL
🕒 1.5-day, live course
📚 14 contact hours

This course is designed to give the practicing clinician a comprehensive knowledge base in the pelvic physical therapy treatment of the male pelvic floor patient. Course content is evidence-based and will promote the use of the most reliable tests and validated outcomes measures. This one and a half day course will advance the skill and knowledge of physical therapists trained in the examination and treatment of lower urinary tract dysfunction status post prostatectomy, pre-rehabilitation for prostatectomy, chronic pelvic pain including groin, pe**le and testicular pain, and sexual health including erectile dysfunction.

Whether you’re building confidence in pelvic floor evaluations or expanding your intervention toolkit, this live, interactive experience will give you skills for immediate clinical application.

👉 Learn more & register: https://www.brooksihl.org/courses/2026-male-pelvic-health-pelvic-floor-dysfunction-treatment-and-management/

Day 2 at APTA CSM in Anaheim 💥🏰

If you’re exploring what’s next, we’re at Booth 1621.

We’re sharing information about:
✔️ Residency opportunities
✔️ Fellowship training
✔️ Career pathways at Brooks
✔️ Continuing Education

Whether you’re a student, new grad, or experienced clinician ready for growth, let’s talk about your next move.