The NRH is pleased to offer Bobath Training Courses, hosted on our campus in Rochestown Avenue, Dún Laoghaire, and delivered in collaboration with the British Bobath Tutors Association (BBTA)
Bobath Course – Introductory Modules – 2027
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Course Title:
Rehabilitation of Postural Control and Functional Movement in the Neurologically Impaired Patient – The Bobath Concept
Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th January 2027: Module 1: Human Movement Analysis as a Basis of Clinical Intervention
Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st February: Module 2 2027: Postural Control and Recovery of Locomotion
Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th April: Module 3 2027: Postural Control and Recovery of Upper Limb Function
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Intended Audience and Course Aims for Bobath Introductory Modules:
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This course is intended for qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists. The course comprises three linked modules over three weekends to support healthcare professionals to participate and balance competing workloads. Delegates must be able to attend all three modules.
These modules are designed to introduce course participants to the assessment and treatment of adults with neurological dysfunction. The modules consist of theoretical and practical sessions and patient demonstrations.
Course Aims
The course will offer you the opportunity to;
– Gain an understanding of the neurophysiological basis underlying the current Bobath Concept.
– Develop your ability to use the current Bobath Concept in the assessment and treatment of patients with neurological dysfunction.
– Develop your skills of observation, analysis and facilitation of movement.
– Expand your clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
– Describe and measure consequences of neurological dysfunction and the impact that your rehabilitation intervention based on the Bobath Concept may have.
– Link the current evidence base and your clinical practice.
Who is this course suitable for?
Qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists registered with CORU or HCPC.
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Full details and booking information:
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Dates:
Module 1: Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th January 2027
Module 2: Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st February 2027
Module 3: Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th April 2027
Venue: National Rehabilitation Hospital, Rochestown Avenue, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin A96 RPN4
Time: Saturdays: 9.00am – 4.00pm; Sundays: 09.00am – 1.00pm
Cost: €600. Registration fee includes: course materials; lunch on Saturdays, morning refreshments on both days, and free parking.
Who should attend: This course is suitable for Qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists registered with CORU or HCPC.
Certification / Accreditation: Attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Booking Deadline: Closing date for bookings (subject to availability) – 15th December 2026. See booking form for option to pay a deposit with balance due by 1st October.
Confirmation: Bookings can only be confirmed once payment is received.
Please include a Purchase Order (PO) number
or Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) bank transfer receipt with booking form.
Payment: Payment can be made by debit or credit card. Alternatively, please include a Purchase Order (PO) number, or Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) bank transfer receipt with your booking form. Book Now
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations can be made up to seven working days prior to the event. Thereafter, substitution of delegates permitted only. please email academicdept@nrh.ie with any changes.
Facilitator: Course will be delivered in collaboration with Paul Johnson, Advanced Course Tutor, British Bobath Tutors Association (BBTA)
Places: There are 20 places available for this course. Please note, this course is in high demand, so early booking is advised.
More information and booking is available via the link: Bobath Introductory Modules 2027
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Local contact for further information: academicdept@nrh.ie