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CURRICULUM ADJUSTMENTS DUE TO THE PANDEMIC

Our traditional 135-hour course qualified graduates to sit for the certification exam offered by the Lymphology Association of North America (LANA). We support LANA’s efforts to establish standards for the profession. However, LANA certification is neither a requirement for practicing lymphedema therapy nor a guarantee of the quality of a therapist’s work. The exam can only test factual knowledge. Effective therapy depends principally on the integrity and skills of the individual therapist and the support of her healthcare facility to ensure that treatment is provided at sufficient frequency to ensure efficacy. The shorter courses we are offering during these unprecedented times do not qualify our graduates to sit for the LANA exam. For details about eligibility, visit clt-lana.org. LANA regrets that they are currently unable to offer flexibility but promise to explore, though not guarantee, the possibility of offering retroactive qualification to those therapists who are trained in less traditional formats during the pandemic. A final determination is not expected until early 2021. Klose Training will not compromise its integrity nor quality education; we will continue to ensure that we provide the education necessary to practice lymphedema therapy effectively and safely. For questions about Klose Training’s Lymphedema Certification courses, visit klosetraining.com, or call 303-245-0333. Guenter Klose, MLD/CDT Certified Instructor Executive Director Klose Training

“This has been by far the best class I have ever attended for CEUs. It is thorough in giving the foundation of knowledge for practicing as a CLT. The materials are high quality and the class gives ample opportunity to practice the practical skills. The resource materials available to graduates are amazing! It was a privilege to learn from Guenter Klose, a master in his craft!” -Laura S., OT

“Thank you for sharing your knowledge, for creating full color binders, top of the line website, and a full duffle bag of tools for practice. There are no words to describe your level of dedication, only actions that proved it! ” -Shannon L., PTA

“The best class I’ve taken in a long time! It is the second Klose course I’ve taken and both were excellent. Guenter sets a very high standard for other course instructors. Thank you! I’m looking forward to my next Klose Training course.” (PT)

"[The instructor] is an excellent educator. She is knowledgeable, clear, and patient. She makes the learning environment friendly open and positive. She is approachable and respectful of every person in the class. It was a great pleasure to meet her, learn from her, and to know she is out there to continue to be a great resource." (OT)

"The class information was extremely educational, thorough and helpful. I feel as if I am coming out of this course feeling confident that I can return to my clinic and be comfortable treating lymphedema patients." (PTA)