Neurodevelopmental Therapy
(NDT) Foundation Paediatric Course
South African Neurodevelopmental Therapy Association
This is an internationally recognized postgraduate course in the assessment and treatment of children with cerebral palsy and other neurodevelopmental conditions, presented under the auspices of the South African Neurodevelopmental Therapy Association (SANDTA).
Who is SANDTA?
SANDTA is a group of therapists with a special interest in Neurodevelopmental Therapy
SANDTA was established in 1976 as a way to support and equip therapists working with people living with cerebral palsy (CP) and other neuromotor conditions. Now a registered non-profit organisation, SANDTA has four interactive branches around South Africa.
What is Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT)?
Neurodevelopmental therapy (NDT) is based on the lifelong work of Karl and Bertha Bobath. The Bobath concept offers an interdisciplinary, problem-solving approach to the assessment, treatment, and management of any individual with a limited ability to participate in daily life due to an impairment of motor, sensory, perceptual, and cognitive function resulting from a central nervous system disorder such as cerebral palsy (CP).
The Bobath concept continues to evolve based on the evidence emerging through new theories, models, research and information in the neuro and movement sciences. The individual’s abilities and impairments are identified and addressed in relation to participation in functional activities. The NDT concept offers a hands-on, problem-solving approach with interventions involving handling and guidance of movement to optimize function for people living with central nervous system disorders such as cerebral palsy (CP).
Neurodevelopmental Therapy Foundation Paediatric Course
This is a postgraduate course in the assessment and treatment of children with cerebral palsy and other neurodevelopmental conditions presented under the auspices of the South African Neurodevelopmental Therapy Association (SANDTA). It is a modular course and is based on the curriculum suggested by the European Bobath Tutors Association (EBTA) together with input from the Australian Bobath Neurodevelopmental Therapy Association (ABNDTA). It has been modified to meet local conditions. SANDTA courses are recognised internationally.
Blocks 1 & 2: Self-Learning & Online Classes
Because NDT is a multidisciplinary approach, PTs, OTs, and STs are required to attend all six sessions (12 days).
BLOCK 1
Online self-study modules. September to November 2023
Reading and video materials will be sent to participants via email on the 1st of September. The course material on Neuroscience, Typical Child Development, Classification of CP, and the Bobath Concept will be available online over this 3-month period for participants to study in their own time. This will be interspersed with some evening live Zoom tutorials where certain aspects can be clarified. No leave from work is required for this section.
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.
Blocks 1 & 2 Schedules
Date
27 September 2023
25 October 2023
29 November 2023
1-3 December 2023
8-10 December 2023
15-17 December 2023
Time
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM (GMT)
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM (GMT)
7:00 PM- 9:00 PM (GMT)
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (GMT)
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (GMT)
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (GMT)
Topic
Study Session
Study Session
Study Session
Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Block 3: Face-to-Face Sessions
Because NDT is a multidisciplinary approach, PTs, OTs, and STs are required to attend all three sessions (15 days).
Block 3: Practical Sessions
Date
25 – 29 Jan. 2024
31 Jan. - 04 Feb. 2024
28 Feb. - 03 Mar. 2024
Time
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Topic
Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Fee structure:
Fully booked
For registration:
Fully booked
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