** Launceston Course now open for external registrations - only 3 places remain**
DATE: Sat 30th May & Sun 31st May, 2026
VENUE:
Launceston General Hospital
274-280 Charles Street
Launceston, 7250Tasmania
TIME:
Saturday: 7.45am – 5pm
Sunday: 8.00am – 4.30pm
COST:
$620 including GST
Catering not included, however fridges available for packed lunches and cafe across the road
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE:
15/5/26
PRESENTED BY:
Natalie Rando-Orr, APA Titled Neurological Physiotherapist/Assistant Professor of Physiotherapy, Bond University; Managing Director, Advanced Vestibular Clinics
Leia Barnes, APA Titled Neurological Physiotherapist/Consultant Vestibular Physiotherapist, Logan Hospital; Consulting Physiotherapist, Advanced Vestibular Clinics
COURSE SUMMARY: This course is a two-day event aiming to introduce physiotherapists to common vestibular disorders such as BPPV, vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis, Ménière's Disease, Bilateral Vestibular Hypofunction, Migraine Associated Dizziness, and central vestibular pathologies. By having practical components and video examples, the objective of this course is to equip delegates with the knowledge and skills to take a thorough history of the dizzy patient, perform a comprehensive objective examination and develop an up-to-date evidence-based management plan.
COURSE OUTLINE:
• Vestibular assessment and differential diagnosis
• Unilateral vestibular pathology: recovery mechanisms & implications for treatment
• Anatomy and Pathophysiology of BPPV
• Assessment and Management of BPPV
• Introduction to Central Vestibular Disorders
Pre-readings will be supplied via Dropbox prior to the course. Lecture and practical notes will be supplied in a manual on the day.
Please note, this course is designed for physiotherapists, however Medical Officers are welcome to register to also develop a stronger understanding of vestibular assessment and management.
REFUND POLICY: Vestibular Courses reserves the right to cancel if minimal participant numbers are not met or in case of external factors outside of our control. In the event the course does not take place, a full refund will be made. Vestibular Courses are not liable for any personal costs associated with flights/accommodation if a course needs to be cancelled. Self-cancellations before registration closing date will incur a $50 administration fee. Payments will be non-refundable for self-cancellations after registration closing date unless you are unwell with COVID-19 symptoms and medical certificate provided – in this case a full refund or course transfer will be applied.
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Registration fee is inclusive of GST. Payment via credit card only and required at time of booking.