Paeds Level 1 unit D - 3days - the older child /adolescent, neurodiversity, 1 of 4 linked, BRISTOL, 5-6-7 Jun '25

This introductory level course is to help all osteopaths become better equipped to help infants and older babies with osteopathy.  Lots of anatomy and physiology, lots of osteopathic concepts, and integration of neurophysiology, fluids, development, motor- sensory dynamics, posture and movement.  The four linked programmes cover everything from intra-uterine through to young adulthood.  This is the FOURTH of four linked units, that can be done together, or as stand alone elements. 

It is designed for early career osteopaths, or those starting their paediatric journey, but as it is so packed with evidence and clinical insights, it will suit any osteopath, even if experienced in paediatric care.  The four programmes follow on from each other, but can be done as stand alone units. 

This FOURTH programme covers the ongoing development, discusses neurotypical, neurodiverse, health and immunity, viosceral and microbiome, social development and competence, body image and sense of self.  Continues to integrate somatic and physiological elements, looks at autoimmune conditions, scoliosis, lower limb dynamics, gait and more.  Considers the changes in puberty, challenges for movement and osseous / structural development, and how communicaiton and social interaction continue to be networked and ongoing brain function enhanced.  Gives many approaches to consider a range of common presentations for the young adult, and those with spensory processing and other special needs. 

Day one includes an introduction to ongoing movement and global development, day two body image, interoception, development of social skills, changing functions, health and nutrition demonds, day three considers puberty, structural development, sports and development of the social and emotional nervous systems.  Risks and benefits of oseopthic care are discussed.

The course uses extensive evidence base, introduces new concepts and does not rely on one treatment modality.  This course does not teach 'cranial', but instead teaches you how to interact with physiology and the emergent nervous system through applying traditional osteopathic concepts through touch and gentle tissue exploration.  Videos of hands on approaches are used.   For osteopaths - you will be asked for your osteopathic registration after enrolment.  Final year students can apply.  Exact venue details after enrolment.

These units form part of the face to face teaching componets of the Certificate and Diploma programmes in Paediatric Osteopathy, delivered by Caroline through her postgraduate College, the CNMO.  For details of that programme, click link for overview pdf on the main events page, or visit cnmo.co.uk