DATES
March 28th 2021
Course Description and Goals
The Functional Dry Needling (FDN) course has been written for the unique programming taught in our education. The purpose of this Level 1 training is to introduce clinicians to FDN programming and protocols. Participants will workshop each and every region of the body. Level 1 training includes proposed physiological effects/ benefits, soft tissue assessment, and regional treatment using the unique programming.
Level 1 Course Objectives
The primary objective of Level 1 is to develop an understanding of FDN and how to apply it into the full spectrum of musculoskeletal treatment approaches. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the FDN instruments, FDN treatments and potential effects and benefits
- Identify and discuss the indications, contraindications (relative and absolute) of dry needling
- Review and develop a better understanding of soft tissue injury, healing and potential reactivity to dry needling (therapeutic and adverse)
- Develop skill and competence in the application of dry needling to the major regions of the spine and extremities (covered in this course)
Level 1 Prerequisites
Level 1 participants should have a well-developed working knowledge of the human neuromusculoskeletal system and its major structures. Prior experience with manual therapy and manual soft tissue mobilization techniques are helpful.
Teaching/Learning Methods & Materials
Various teaching methods will be utilized consistent with the various levels of complexity of the learning objectives. These will include explanations, demonstrations, performance, feedback, teaching, supervised open practice and case troubleshooting. Teaching materials include the Level 1 PowerPoint/Keynote presentation, Level 1 Training Materials and video demonstrations.
Important Information
Manual therapy must be in the scope of practice in your licensed profession or you must be an active student undertaking a manual therapy course. Any tools purchased alongside your ticket will be shipped to the course location and available for pickup at the commencement of the course.
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PRACTITIONER
Certification
Secure your position in our 2-day Functional Dry Needling course.
$699
STUDENT
Certification
Secure your position in our 2-day Functional Dry Needling course.
$499
CLINIC (4 or more)
Certification
Secure your position in our 2-day Functional Dry Needling course.
$2400
Podiatry Pricing available
You will be asked to provide your active Student ID before your course commences.
PODIATRIST (1st DAY ONLY)
Certification
Secure your position in our 2-day Functional Dry Needling course.
$399
PODIATRY STUDENT (1st DAY ONLY)
Certification
Secure your position in our 2-day Functional Dry Needling course.
$249
Terms & Conditions
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25% fee for registration cancellations made less than 2 weeks before scheduled class date.
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Training may be canceled if a minimum number of trainees are not reached one month prior to training. All registrants will receive a full refund or immediate transfer to a future training.
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If a course has to be cancelled last minute, whether if the instructor has an emergency or the weather, we will do everything we can to notify you of any course cancellation.
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Wear loose clothing, shorts preferable.
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GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE: Every attempt is made to offer programs as announced. Smart Tools reserves the right to adjust program faculty, location, dates, times, and/or tuition to accommodate unanticipated occurrences, to limit seating, or to cancel due to insufficient enrollment. Smart Tools is not responsible for any expenses incurred by registrants due to program adjustments or cancellation. Only those who are preregistered can be notified in the event of changes/cancellation.
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Policy for Grievance Resolution: A full description of the grievance must be submitted in writing to the Smart Tools Education Coordinator (info@smarttoolsplus.com.au). Upon assessment of the circumstances surrounding the grievance, the Coordinator will make a determination as to the validity of the complaint and the degree (if any) of Smart Tools’ culpability.Resolution may include any of the following:- Tuition fees may be waived- Tuition fees may be reduced- Tuition fees may be refunded- A credit amount may be given toward another class- No action taken, tuition fees may stand as advertised.
