List of Continued Professional Development Certificates

 

Pursuing Excellence in Women's Health Physiotherapy and Beyond


As a passionate physiotherapist with a deep commitment to improving the well-being of women at all stages of life, I have dedicated myself to gaining specialized knowledge and skills in the area of women’s health physiotherapy. Recognizing the unique physical and emotional challenges women face, I pursued an array of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certificates to prepare myself for a career in this rewarding field.

In addition to my focus on women’s health, I have broadened my expertise by completing courses in neonatal care, professional development, and understanding the dynamics of personality and behaviors. These diverse certifications reflect my commitment to providing holistic care, whether I’m supporting new mothers in their postnatal recovery, helping women manage pelvic health, or offering insights into neonatal physiotherapy.

Each certificate represents a stepping stone in my journey to becoming a more well-rounded and empathetic healthcare professional, capable of addressing the needs of both women and their families. This collection of achievements showcases my ongoing dedication to professional growth, allowing me to provide evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of each individual.


TOTAL HOURS= 64.44 hours

A) WOMEN'S PELVIC HEALTH PROGRAMME- IBUKUN AFOLABI 

1. Overview of Women's Pelvic Health- 1 CPD hours - 29 June, 2025

2. Overview of Female Pelvic Floor Muscle Anatomy and Physiology- 1.2 CPD hours - 29 June, 2025

3. An Overview of Physiotherapy Assessment and Treatment of the Pelvic Floor- 1.2 CPD hours- 2 July, 2025

4. Common Women's Pelvic Health Conditions- 1.3 CPD hours - 2 July, 2025

5. Childbirth and the Pelvic Floor - 1.1 CPD hours - 3 July, 2025

6. Postpartum Pelvic Floor Considerations- 1.1 CPD hours - 3 July, 2025


B) MANAGING SACROILIAC AND PELVIC GIRDLE DYSFUNCTION USING THE PGM METHOD PROGRAMME- DEBORAH RICZO

1. Recognizing Pelvic Girdle Pain- 1.1 CPD hours - 9th July

2. Anatomy of the Pelvic Girdle-  1.1 CPD hours - 11th July

3. Biomechanics and Dynamics of the Pelvic Girdle- 1.1 CPD hours - 13th July

4. Introduction to the Pelvic Girdle Musculoskeletal Method- 1.2 CPD hours - 14th July

5. Pelvic Girdle Dysfunction Literature Review- PGM Method- 1.3 CPD hours - 14th July

6. Pelvic Balancing Exercises in the PGM Method- 1.1 CPD hours - 15th July

7. Sacroiliac Belt and Patient Education in the PGM Method- 1.4 CPD hours - 15th July

8. Core Activation and Pelvic Girdle Exercises in the PGM Method- 1 CPD hours - 15th July

9. Core Strengthening in the PGM Method- 1.2 CPD hours - 16th July

10. Diastasis Recti Abdominis and Pelvic Floor Muscle Dysfunction- 1.1 CPD hours - 16th July

11. Pelvic Girdle Dysfunction- case studies- 1.2 CPD hours - 16th July

12. Pregnancy and Postpartum Considerations in the PGM Method- 1.9 CPD hours - 16th July


C) FEONA HEALY

1. Current Guidelines and Recommendations for Postnatal Exercise- 1.3 CPD hours - 6 July

2. Facilitating Return to Exercise Postnatally Webinar- 1.2 CPD hours - 7th July

3. Practical Methods for Scar Mobilization in Caesarean Section Recovery Webinar- 1.3 CPD hours - 7th July

4. Rehabilitation Considerations for Return to Activity and Exercise following a Caesarean Section Webinar - 1.9 CPD hours - 8th July


D) NEONATAL HEALTH- KRISTA ESKAY 

1. Neonatal Physiotherapy Intervention- 1 CPD hours - 24th July

2. Neonatal Physiotherapy Assessment- 1.4 CPD hours - 24th July

3. The Newborn Infant Setting the Scene- 1.9 CPD hours - 25 July

4. Prematurity and High-Risk Infants- 2 CPD hours - 27 July


E) MENARCHE AND MENOPAUSE- Sue Piche - 1.2 CPD hours - 17 July


F) FEMALE PELVIC HEALTH THERAPY- DR. RINA PANDYA-  3 hours - 20 February


G) PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF CONSTIPATION WEBINAR- MANDY ROSCHER- 1.3 CPD hours - 24 July


H) VITAL BREASTFEEDING QUESTIONS EVERY HEALTHCARE PROVIDER SHOULD BE ABLE TO ANSWER- LINIE JACOBS - 1.3 CPD hours - 


I) GLUTEAL PAIN-  TANYA BELL-JENJE


1. Differentiating Deep Gluteal Pain Syndrome- 1.3 CPD hours - 17th July

2. Differentiating Gluteal Tendinopathy- 1.1 CPD hours - 17th July

3. Differentiating Sacroiliac Joint Disorders- 1 CPD hours - 17th July


J) PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION PROGRAMME- MARISSA FOURIE, JASON GIESBRECHT, SUE PICHE, MANDY ROSCHER AND RELAB-HS


1. Communication as the Most Potential Tool in the Box - 1.3 CPD hours - 14th July

2. The person behind the patient - 2.7 CPD hours - 15th July

3. Culture and Communication - 1.5 CPD hours - 18th July

4. Explanation and Planning - 1.1 CPD hours - 19th July

5. Gathering Biomedical Information in the Subjective Evaluation - 1.5 CPD hours - 19th July

6. Gathering Psychosocial Information in the Subjective Evaluation - 1.4 CPD hours - 19th July

7. Initiating the Medical Interview - 1.3 CPD hours - 19th July 

8. Communication in the Physical Examination - 1.1 CPD hours - 19th July

9. Modes of Communication - 1.1 CPD hours - 20 July

10. Principles of Confidentiality and Informed Consent - 1.1 CPD hours - 21 July

11. Impact of Self-Reflection, Values, and Implicit Bias on Patient Communication - 1.3 CPD hours - 21 July

12. Using Empathy in Communication - 1.1 CPD hours - 21 July

13. Closure of the Medical Interview - 1.6 CPD hours - 22 July 

14. Adapting Communication to Different Population - 1.3 CPD hours - 22 July

15. Leadership Skills and Effective Communication - 1.2 CPD hours - 22 July

16. Motivational Interviewing - 1.4 CPD hours - 22 July


K) PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOURS PROGRAMME- BENITA OLIVIER, YARA PETERKO, AND RELAB-HS

1. Foundation of Professionalism - 1 CPD hours - 10th July

2. Professionalism as an Individual and Part of a Team - 1 CPD hours - 11 July

3. Professionalism and Ethical Practice in Workplace - 1.1 CPD hours - 17th July

4. Master The Skill of Professionalism - 1.2 CPD hours - 18 July

5. Navigating Regulatory Documents for Professional Behaviour - 1.2 CPD hours - 18 July

6. Professional Behaviors in Critical Thinking - 1.1 CPD hours - 18 July


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