COURSES
We are excited to announce FUNDAMENTALS OF VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION: A COMPETENCY BASED COURSE – Hybrid version is being offered again in 2024!
FUTURE Dates:
DATES: this will be updated in the coming weeks!
Please check back or email us to be placed on the contact list.
LOCATION of Practical Component:
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Registration due date: coming soon!
For more information or to register, contact us at
karen[at]teachingvestibular.com
ADDITIONAL COURSES ARE IN PLANNING STAGES AND WILL BE ADDED IN 2024 so please check back!
For more information, contact us at
karen[at]teachingvestibular.com
Current course:
More information will be coming soon for 2024!
For more information, contact us at
karen[at]teachingvestibular.com
COURSES OFFERED by Karen:
NEW
- FUNDAMENTALS OF VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION: A COMPETENCY-BASED COURSE
- intended for practicing physiotherapists/physical therapists (must be on active roster with licensing body) who desire to increase their knowledge and skills in treating those with vestibular disorders
- 6 day course consisting of lectures, videos and practical labs
- NEW! Hybrid version: time-limited on-line learning complemented with 3 day weekend of practical labs and instruction
- small instructor to student ratio means you receive significant personal instruction
- 3 exams – (competency is determined at time of writing the exams and can not be guaranteed on an on-going basis. On-going competency is the sole responsibility of each participant)
- VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION: BEYOND THE FUNDAMENTALS
- intended for physiotherapists/physical therapists who have completed a competency vestibular rehab course
- THIS COURSE IS CURRENTLY BEING UPDATED! STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION AND A NEW FORMAT!
As demand increases future course dates will be scheduled in 2023.
The courses are “mobile” and can be offered in your location. If you would like to enquire regarding bringing a course to your area, please email:
karen[at]teachingvestibular.com
If you have questions or would like to be placed on a list of those to be contacted with course dates and locations, please email:
karen[at]teachingvestibular.com
COVID-19 and its associated restrictions changed the way continuing education courses are presented and offered. In-person instruction has been limited due to the previous and current climate of changing health restrictions as well as providing safe, healthy environments for learning. We are diligently exploring new and current options for remote learning. However, the very nature of competency based training requires “hands-on” learning and instruction in techniques and treatments. Regardless of the level of restrictions in place at the time, all participants should be aware that all in-person training or gatherings will follow strict health protocols that meet or exceed safety measures mandated by the various health departments within Canada and the provinces.
WEBINARS / PRESENTATIONS
Karen is passionate about vestibular physiotherapy and has over 27 years experience in this field of physiotherapy/physical therapy. She has given many presentations regarding vestibular disorders and/or vestibular rehabilitation to medical professionals, corporations and the general public. If you are interested in discussing the possibility of Karen presenting to your company or facility, please email:
karen[at]teachingvestibular.com
ABOUT
Karen graduated from the University of Manitoba (U of M), School of Medical Rehabilitation in Physical Therapy in 1995.
Early in her career, she developed a special interest in vestibular disorders. This led her to the USA for competency based training from leading vestibular researchers, such as Dr. S. Herdman, Dr. S. Whitney, Dr. R. Clendaniel, Dr. F. Horak, and others.
A desire to further pursue research in vestibular disorders led Karen to the Master of Science (Rehabilitation) degree. Her research was an innovative physiotherapy treatment protocol for those suffering peripheral vestibular disorders.
In 2004, Karen founded Physiotherapy ‘n Balance and the clinic was located at 1835 Corydon Avenue in Winnipeg, MB. Desiring to concentrate on research and teaching, she retired from the private practice. Physiotherapy ‘n Balance remains active at a new location and under new ownership of Aynsley Fraser Kiernicki since late 2020.
Although Karen retired from actively treating patients to concentrate on teaching vestibular rehab courses specifically for physiotherapists/physical therapists, she is now semi-retired and has returned to treating patients, part-time, at Pure Lifestyle in Winnipeg, MB. Mentoring physiotherapists who have completed the competency vestibular rehab training, speaking engagements, and consulting with other medical professionals in the area of vestibular rehab keep her busy. Additionally, Karen teaches in the Master of Physical Therapy program in the College of Rehabilitation Sciences at the U of M.
In 2016, Karen developed Fundamentals of Vestibular Rehabilitation: A Competency-Based Course and teaches throughout Canada. In addition, an advanced skills course entitled, Vestibular Rehabilitation: Beyond the Fundamentals was developed for those who have completed a competency-based vestibular training course and have been practicing for a minimum of one year.
CONTACT:
karen[at]teachingvestibular.com
