Course Overview
Next Course: Abu Dhabi & Online | Starts Jan 25, 2025 (online + 37 days onsite)
The Basic Pediatric NDT- Bobath Course is an internationally recognized post graduate course in the Assessment and Treatment of Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Neurodevelopmental Disorders according to the principles of NDT- Bobath approach. It is a modular course and is based on the curriculum suggested by the European Bobath Tutors Association (EBTA) following the EBTA minimum standards.
From 2020 the official certificates of this course are sent electronically directly from EBTA after the successful completion of the course. Every participant receives his/her certificate by e-mail. The leader of the course is responsible for sending the names and all necessary info to EBTA, in order every participant to be included to the EBTA database.
The duration of the Course is 8 weeks with the minimum of 240 contact teaching hours (60 Minutes) or 320 contact teaching hours (45 minutes).
The Basic Pediatric NDT- Bobath Course is available to medical doctors, physiotherapists, occupational and speech therapists, with approximately 2 years postgraduate experience in the treatment of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
The theoretical teaching materials include PowerPoint lectures, video clips of children, relevant readings, and assignment guide. The practical part includes movement labs, practice between the participants, assessment and treatment sessions with children, case study presentations and live treatment demonstrations. Ongoing tutor support is provided to support and guide learning and assignment completion.
All Tutors and Senior Tutors of the teaching team are recognized members of the EBTA Association.
Course Instructors
 | MILIOTI STYLIANI PT, PhD, NDT-Bobath EBTA Senior Tutor |
 | VARDIT KINDLER SLP, Bobath EBTA Senior Tutor |
 | KIM CHUN HEI OTR, M.Ed, Bobath EBTA Senior Tutor |
 | SPYRIDAKI KATERINA PT, Bobath EBTA Tutor |
 | KYRIAKOS ATMATZAKIS PT, Bobath EBTA Tutor |
 | MOYSOGLOU EIRINI OT, Bobath EBTA Tutor |
Course Objectives
After the completion of the course the participants will be able to:
Understand and apply the principles of NDT-Bobath approach in clinical practice.
Achieve an in-depth knowledge of the human movement and expertise and expertise in analyzing movement, postural control, activity, and participation through the lifespan, form the basis for examination, evaluation, and intervention.
Understanding processes involved in typical and atypical sensory-motor development and its implication on Function and Participation enabling participants to differentiate between typical, delayed, and atypical development. Explores not only what infants are doing, but also how they are learning new skills and refining others.
Develop Observational and Analytical skills and the ability to use the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) model in a problem-solving approach to assess activity and participation, thereby to identify and prioritize relevant integrities and impairments as a basis for establishing achievable outcomes with clients and caregivers.
Apply in clinical practice the theoretical knowledge of the Neuroscience and Theories of Motor Control and motor learning.
Gain insight into Orthopaedic and Medical aspects from a therapist’s perspective.
Develop treatment strategies and interventions to promote the essential elements of development to maximize outcomes for their clients.
Develop individualized therapeutic handling, refining, adapting, and modifying their handling to different ages and severities.
Develop assessment and intervention skills necessary for function and participation through play, addressing issues in sensory processing and motor function.
Organize strategies to facilitate effective movement and posture to improve upper limb function for achieving children and families’ goals.
Use clinical reasoning for choosing the most effective aids, techniques, and assistive technology tools to promote functional independence and participation in everyday life.
Work within a multidisciplinary team. Planning intervention together with the family and/ or other caregivers will be emphasized to empower them in the day-to-day management and handling of their infant.