Based on the Bobath Concept
(The course was previously called Basic Paediatric NDT Course)
This multidisciplinary post-graduate course covers the assessment and treatment of children with cerebral palsy / cerebral motor disturbances.
It is presented under the auspices of the South African Neurodevelopmental Therapy Association
Course structure and dates of the 3 blocks that make up the course
Block 1: Online self-study modules:
Block 2: Live Zoom classrooms: This block consists of different modules spread over different dates and will be in the form of virtual Zoom classrooms. It will cover movement analysis, a problem-solving approach to the treatment and management of individuals with CP, as well as relevant aspects of occupational therapy and speech therapy. These live online classes will be in the form of lectures, video recordings and group discussions) Note the different dates:
6 – 8 Feb. 2023 (3 days), 3 – 6 April 2023 (4 days), 8 – 11 May 2023 (4 days) from 8am – 4 pm.
Block 3: Practical / clinical modules: (on site)
19 June – 7 July 2023 weekdays 8am – 4 pm (participants will be taught and practice handling and management and will do supervised clinical sessions assessing and treating children with cerebral palsy.
This practical face-to-face block will take place in Johannesburg and venue will be confirmed
Leave from work required for these 3 weeks.