Pathways Educational Programs
About Our Programs
Engaging. Expert-Led. Empowering
Step into a dynamic learning experience designed exclusively for healthcare professionals passionate about lymphedema care! Whether you prefer to join us in person or attend live online from the comfort of your home, our CEU-accredited programs deliver high-impact education that fits your schedule and learning style.
Led by nationally recognized experts, our courses blend clinical excellence with real-world application through interactive demonstrations, case-based discussions, and individualized guidance. You’ll gain advanced, hands-on skills and cutting-edge insights that immediately translate into better outcomes for your patients.
- Live, instructor-led training — online or in person
- Interactive, case-driven content
- One-on-one time with instructor
Don’t just earn CEUs—transform your practice. Join us and become a more confident, skilled provider in lymphedema management.
Lymphedema VS Edema: Recognizing The Differences
Denise is an esteemed international speaker who educates therapists and medical professionals on strategies for managing edema and addressing lymphatic dysfunction in patients.
Denise is also a distinguished national speaker with multiple engagements scheduled for 2025. She will be presenting at National Lymphatic Network conferences, both virtually and in-person, showcasing her expertise in the field.
Advanced MLD and Modalities
The course is designed for clinicians with prior lymphedema coursework and clinical experience treating patients with lymphedema and lymphatic diseases. The education will uncover advanced MLD techniques and modalities that maximize edema reduction and pain, restore functional movement, and aims to achieve the highest quality of life for individuals living with lymphedema. Material covered will include case studies, unilateral and bilateral MLD sequences, NPT (negative pressure therapy), vibration, US (ultrasound), LLLT (low-level laser therapy), kinesiology taping, and scar management.
8 contact hours (0.8CEUs)
Course Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the foundational principles of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and differentiate between three clinically recognized MLD techniques, demonstrating knowledge of their indications and therapeutic mechanisms.
- Identify and explain at least four precautionary conditions and four contraindicated comorbidities, demonstrating the ability to recognize clinical red flags and the need for interdisciplinary referral prior to initiating Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT).
- Demonstrate proficiency in performing two unilateral and two bilateral MLD sequences tailored to optimize lymphatic flow and promote decongestion in the upper and lower extremities.
- Apply three deep tissue fibrosis reduction techniques to improve integumentary health and lymphatic mobility with appropriate clinical rationale.
- Integrate critical thinking in the selection of adjunctive modalities during MLD treatment, ensuring safe and evidence-informed decision-making to enhance functional outcomes and quality of life (QOL) for individuals with lymphedema.
- Design and implement an individualized MLD treatment plan based on a complex case study, demonstrating clinical reasoning, sequencing strategies, and outcome-based goal setting
Pre-Recorded Playback Courses (Distance Learning – Independent)
Payment and Cancellation Policy – 100% of the course fee is due at the time of registration. – No refunds or transfers will be issued for pre-recorded courses under any circumstances.
On-Site and Hybrid Courses (Live and Distance Learning – Interactive)
Payment Policy – A deposit equal to 25% of the total course tuition is required at the time of registration. – The remaining 75% must be paid no later than 14 calendar days prior to the course start date. – Failure to pay the full balance by this deadline will result in forfeiture of your seat and loss of your deposit. – If registering within 14 days of the course start date, 100% of the tuition is due at the time of registration.
Accepted Payment Methods – Major credit cards – Debit cards – ACH transfers (subject to verification)
Refunds will match the original payment method.
Receipts and Reminders – Payment confirmations and reminders will be sent via email. Please retain all receipts for your records.
Alternate Arrangements – For extenuating financial circumstances, please email info@pathways411.com. Requests are reviewed individually and must be submitted in writing.
Pathways Educational Programs LLC is committed to delivering high-quality educational experiences across all formats. Please carefully review the following policies before registering.
Pathways Educational Programs LLC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any continuing education (CE) activity due to unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation by the provider, participants will be notified via email and will receive a full refund or the option to transfer registration to a rescheduled session
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Pathways Educational Programs LLC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any continuing education (CE) activity due to unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation by the provider, participants will be notified via email and will receive a full refund or the option to transfer registration to a rescheduled session.
Participants may cancel their registration up to 30 days prior to the course start date to receive a full refund, minus a $25 administrative fee. Cancellations received less than 30 days before the course are not eligible for a refund but may be transferred to a future offering of the same course, if available.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email to: info@pathways411.com
Cancellation/Refund Policy for On-Site and Hybrid courses
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Notice Period (Before Course Start Date)
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Refund/Transfer Policy |
| 30+ Days | Refund of 75% of the deposit, less a $25 administrative fee, or the deposit may be transferred to a future course (if available) allowing the registrant to retain the full deposit value. |
| 20–29 Days | Refund of 50% of the deposit, less a $25 administrative fee. |
| 15–19 Days | No refund of deposit. 100% of tuition may be transferred to a future course (if available) allowing the registrant to retain the full tuition value. |
| 6-14 Days | No refund of deposit. 50% of tuition may be transferred to a future course (if available) allowing the registrant to retain the 50% of tuition value. |
| Fewer Than 5 Days | No refunds or transfers; 100% of the tuition is non-refundable. |
Exception – Documented Medical Emergency
Requests for refund or transfer due to a verifiable medical emergency will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Acceptable documentation includes:
Physician’s note or discharge summary citing acute illness, injury, or hospitalization
- Positive COVID-19 test with official directive to isolate
- Emergency room visit record
- Obituary or death certificate for an immediate family member listing you as a surviving relative
Submission Requirements
- Documentation must state the date and nature of the emergency
- Must be submitted within 5 calendar days of the course start date
- Decisions are made at the sole discretion of Pathways Educational Programs LLC
Note: Routine medical appointments, work obligations, travel delays, or scheduling conflicts do not qualify as medical emergencies.
Submitting a Cancellation or Transfer Request
All requests must be submitted in writing to:
info@pathways411.com
Completion Requirements
To receive continuing education credit, participants must meet the following criteria:
– Attend the course in full (100% participation required for live events).
– Actively participate in all learning activities and discussions.
– Complete all required assessments (post-test).
– Submit a course evaluation form at the conclusion of the course.
Certificates of completion will be issued at end of course for live events and within 2 weeks of distance learning/hybrid events following the successful completion of all course requirements.
Financial / Nonfinancial Disclosures
Pathways Educational Programs LLC instructors have no financial interest in products discussed, supplied, nor mentioned during a training course. All PEP training courses primarily focus on evidence-informed and occupation-centered practice and not product or service promotion.
Requests for Accommodations or Special Needs
Pathways Educational Programs LLC is committed to providing accessible and inclusive learning environments for all participants. Individuals requiring accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or with other special needs are encouraged to contact us as early as possible, and no later than 14 days prior to the event, to ensure appropriate arrangements can be made.
Requests should be submitted in writing via email to: info@pathways411.com
Please include:
– The course name and date
– Specific accommodation(s) requested
– Any supporting documentation (if applicable)
All requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws and guidelines.
Non-discrimination Policy
Pathways Educational Programs LLC demonstrates high standards of professional conduct and does not discriminate against learners on the basis of gender, age, socioeconomic or ethnic background, sexual orientation, disability, or religion.