15-Day Basic Course on the Assessment and Treatment of Adults with Neurological Conditions – The Bobath Concept

IBITA-certified BOBATH course — get the post-graduate qualification. A quotable qualification approved by the Physiotherapists Board.

Instructor

Dr Rosanna Chau — DHsc, MSc(HC), MHSc(Geron); Bobath Instructor & Country Representative (HK), IBITA.

Schedule (3 modules, 15 days)

• Module I: 26–30 October 2026
• Module II: 30 November – 4 December 2026
• Module III: 18–22 January 2027
• Time: 08:30–17:30

Course Description

This is the core curriculum for the Basic Bobath course: The Evaluation and Treatment of Adults with Neurological Conditions – The Bobath Concept. The core curriculum includes four key aspects: Theoretical, Practical, Self-Directed Learning and Focused Topic components. A hallmark of the learning experience is the development of specific handling and facilitation skills via:

• Instructor-led patient demonstrations
• Course participant-led patient workshops
• Instructor supervised patient sessions
• Case Report Assignment

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the course, the participant will be able to:

1. Understand the history and ongoing development of the Bobath concept.
2. Integrate the principles of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) in their evaluation and treatment of adults with neurological conditions.
3. Analyse and facilitate efficient postural and movement control in preparation for and during functional activity.
4. Understand the functional consequences of lesions of the central nervous system.
5. Observe and analyse dysynergic and/or inefficient movement and function, and influence this through intervention.
6. Utilise the principles of motor control, motor learning, neural plasticity and muscle plasticity in their approach to treatment.
7. Understand the relationship between assessment and treatment, and implement the ongoing process of clinical reasoning.
8. Adapt and apply appropriate theoretical principles of treatment to the individual patient/client within his environment.
9. Develop effective handling skills and incorporate them with appropriate environmental and other influences in order to regain function.
10. Appreciate the importance of appropriate outcome measures to support evidence-based practice.
11. Continue learning through critical reading, self-evaluation and sharing with others.

Remarks

• Quotable qualification approved by the Physiotherapists Board.
• Course fee HK$32,000 covers all three modules; first-come-first-served.
• Refund is NOT applicable for the postponement of Modules II & III.
• Maximum absence limit for certification: 8 hours.

Enquiries: Tel 2380 2123 · WhatsApp 6892 6195 · Rejoicephysio@gmail.com