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Course Sections/Outline
Pre-Test: Children's Metal Health Social Security Disability (SSD) Report Writing: A Guide to Enhanced Effectiveness
Foundations of Children’s SSI/SSD Mental Health Claims
Evidence-Based Assessment of Pediatric Mental Disorders
Standardized Cognitive and Neuropsychological Measures
Five-Step Sequential Evaluation Process for Children
Sources of Medical and Educational Evidence
Writing High-Impact Mental Health SSD Reports
Domain-Based Functional Analysis and Rating
Specialized Populations and Contexts
Ethical, Cultural, and Trauma-Informed Considerations
Telehealth and Digital Documentation in SSD Reporting
Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Advocacy
Case Studies and Applied Practice Exercises
Quality Assurance, Appeals, and Continuing Review
Future Directions, Emerging Research, and Policy Proposals
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
References
Post-Test: Children's Metal Health Social Security Disability (SSD) Report Writing: A Guide to Enhanced Effectiveness
Program Evaluation
Learn more about the training/licensure required for submitting Disability reports, with a focus on providing a fuller understanding of how mental health Social Security Disability (SSD) determinations are made for children.
Patricia A. Farrell, PhD
3 CE Credit Hours
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Healthcare providers across disciplines regularly treat children whose psychiatric conditions severely limit functioning, yet more than half of initial SSI/SSD applications citing mental disorders are denied because clinical records fail to translate findings into the Social Security Administration's language of functional impairment. This course addresses that gap by converting legal standards into a step-by-step documentation framework. Grounded in recent peer-reviewed research and authoritative policy guidance, this training supplies annotated exemplars, decision-grade checklists, and interactive case analyses. This activity develops competence in Patient Care and Systems-Based Practice through SSA-aligned documentation and interdisciplinary coordination. The goal is to foster defensible, high-impact reports capable of withstanding adjudicative scrutiny. Emphasis on ethical, culturally responsive communication further equips healthcare teams to advocate effectively for vulnerable pediatric populations while streamlining claim processing. This course is developed in collaboration with HealthForum Online (HFO), a leader in the field of continuing education for mental health professionals. HealthForum Online is known for its high-quality, evidence-based courses that meet rigorous standards set by multiple accrediting bodies, including: The American Psychological Association (APA) The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) The New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work The National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC)
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CE Credit Hour: 3 CE Credit Hours
Target Audience: Mental Health Professionals
Delivery Type: Online, Home Study Monograph
Faculty: Patricia A. Farrell, PhD
Cost:$29.00
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At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Explain the Social Security Administration's five-step sequential evaluation and six functional domains for pediatric mental health disability claims.
Analyze assessment data to synthesize DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria with functional findings in Social Security Disability reports.
Apply evidence-based techniques to document clinical findings using language that aligns with Social Security Administration regulations.
Implement ethical, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed principles when drafting disability documentation for pediatric populations.
Evaluate a sample Social Security Disability report for clarity, supportability, and consistency, justifying any proposed revisions.
PDF Course Download Link
Description
Learning Objectives
Course Sections/Outline
Pre-Test: Children's Metal Health Social Security Disability (SSD) Report Writing: A Guide to Enhanced Effectiveness
Foundations of Children’s SSI/SSD Mental Health Claims
Evidence-Based Assessment of Pediatric Mental Disorders
Standardized Cognitive and Neuropsychological Measures
Five-Step Sequential Evaluation Process for Children
Sources of Medical and Educational Evidence
Writing High-Impact Mental Health SSD Reports
Domain-Based Functional Analysis and Rating
Specialized Populations and Contexts
Ethical, Cultural, and Trauma-Informed Considerations
Telehealth and Digital Documentation in SSD Reporting
Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Advocacy
Case Studies and Applied Practice Exercises
Quality Assurance, Appeals, and Continuing Review
Future Directions, Emerging Research, and Policy Proposals
Conclusion
References
Glossary of Terms
References
Post-Test: Children's Metal Health Social Security Disability (SSD) Report Writing: A Guide to Enhanced Effectiveness
Program Evaluation
HealthForum Online is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. HealthForum Online maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
HealthForum Online has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7185. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. HealthForum Online is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Psychology as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the North Carolina Psychology Board, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Wyoming Board of Psychology, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online has been approved by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board as an Educational provider, provider approval #50-29605..
HealthForum Online is approved by the South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors and Therapists, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the West Virginia Board of Social Work, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Arkansas Board of Nursing as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing and Certified Nursing Assistant as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing as a provider of professional continuing education for health care professionals, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Mississippi Board of Nursing as a provider of professional continuing education for health care professionals, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the New Mexico Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by a healthcare regulatory board, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the South Carolina Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
The presenter and all members of the planning team have disclosed that they have no relevant financial commercial relationships to products or devices related to the content of this educational activity. Wherever possible, generic or non-proprietary names of medication have been used. Courses include expert peer reviews of the content where applicable.
CE Credit Hour: 3 CE Credit Hours
Target Audience: Mental Health Professionals
Delivery Type: Online, Home Study Monograph
Faculty: Patricia A. Farrell, PhD
Cost:$29.00
20-768091
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