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A Deeper Commitment

To the Editor:

Your thought-provoking editorial in the November 1995 issue of Physical Therapy expressed concerns that I have had about certification but that I could not have articulated as effectively as you have done. I, too, have doubts about some of the areas being certified, and I am totally turned off by the high cost of the courses. I feel that if someone has special knowledge and skills that he or she believes will make other physical therapists better therapists, that person should be motivated to make the teaching of those skills and knowledge affordable.

I have participated in two half-day workshops in areas in which one can, with further "training," receive certification. The mind bending and charisma used to encourage a deeper commitment are subtle, but annoying.

I appreciate your critical thinking and leadership.

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