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ForwardPrechtl Assessment of General Movements: Basic Training Course-Live (In-Person)
This course offers Live (In-Person) attendance only.
Allison Bauer, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS and Katrina Viet, MOT, OTR/L, BCP, SCFES
August 7 - 9, 2027 - Mayo Clinic, Siebens Building, Leighton Auditorium - Rochester, Minnesota
Mayo Clinic is proud to offer the Prechtl Assessment of General Movements: Basic Training Course. Research conducted in the last 20 years has shown that the qualitative assessment of spontaneous movement in the fetus, newborn, and young infant is an early and reliable indicator for diagnosis and prognosis of neurological disorders. Compelling evidence shows that qualitative assessment of general movements (GMs) — a specific type of spontaneous movement — under the age of five months is the best predictor of cerebral palsy. This course fulfills the standards specified by the General Movements Trust (www.general-movements-trust.info). The course consists of lessons, demonstrations, and discussions of video recordings. Lectures alternate with exercises in small groups discussing videos prepared by the tutors. At the end of the course, participants are required to take a final exam to receive a certificate of reliability in this method of assessment. Passing score of 80% or greater is required prior to administration of the assessment within clinical practice.
| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $950 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $950 |
| OTs with AOTA Membership | $855 |
| Course Packages | Coupon | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| AOTA Members | AOTA2026 | 10% off |
Target Audience
The intended audience includes occupational therapists, physical therapists, nurses, physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. This activity has been planned for healthcare professionals interested in early diagnosis of children with cerebral palsy.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Assess typically developing infants using the Qualitative Assessment of General Movements.
- Assess infants with brain lesions using the Qualitative Assessment of General Movements.
- Explain how to incorporate the Qualitative Assessment of General Movements technique into their clinical and research practices.
- Differentiate between typical and atypical general movements in developing infants using the Qualitative Assessment of General Movements.
- Apply knowledge from the course for written competency of understanding at the conclusion of the course.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
PROGRAM
Time (CST) | Session |
August 7, 2026 |
|
7:00-7:20 am | Registration/Coffee |
7:20-7:30 am | Welcome and introduction |
7:30-9:00 am | When, How and Perhaps Why Do We Start to Move? (L) |
9:00-9:30 am | BREAK |
9:30 am-12:00 pm | Normal General Movements: Preterm and Term Age (D, T) |
12:00 -12:30 pm | LUNCH |
12:30-2:00 pm | Abnormal General Movements: Preterm and Term Age, Poor Repertoire (D, T) |
2:00-2:30 pm | BREAK |
2:30-4:00 pm | Abnormal General Movements: Preterm and Term Age, Poor Repertoire (T) |
4:00-4:15 pm | BREAK |
4:15-5:45 pm | General Movements: Preterm and Term Age, Cramped Synchronized and Chaotic (D, T) |
August 8, 2026 |
|
7:00-7:30 am | Registration/Coffee |
7:30-9:00 am | Individual Developmental Trajectories: From Birth to the End of the First Month Postterm Age (T) |
9:00-9:30 am | BREAK |
9:30 am-12:00 pm | Fidgety Movements (D, T) |
12:00 -12:30 pm | LUNCH |
12:30-2:00 pm | Absence of Fidgety Movements (D, T) |
2:00-2:30 pm | BREAK |
2:30-4:00 pm | Abnormal and Absent Fidgety Movements (D, T) |
4:00-4:15 pm | BREAK |
4:15-5:45 pm | Fidgety Movements (T) |
August 9, 2026 |
|
7:00-7:30 am | Registration/Coffee |
7:30-9:00 am | Individual Developmental Trajectories: From Birth to the 5 Months Postterm Age (T)/GMs and Cerebral Palsy (L) |
9:00-9:30 am | BREAK |
9:30 am-12:00 pm | Individual Developmental Trajectories of Infants with Term Infants with Neonatal Encephalopathy (D,T) |
12:00 -12:30 pm | LUNCH |
12:30-2:00 pm | How to Study GMs (D)/ GMs at Different Ages (T) |
2:00-2:30 pm | BREAK |
2:30-4:00 pm | GMs at Different Ages (T) |
4:00-4:15 pm | BREAK |
4:15-5:45 pm | Reliability Testing |
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Allison Bauer, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS and Katrina Viet, MOT, OTR/L, BCP, SCFES
Guest Faculty
Colleen Peyton, PT, DPT, MSCI
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA:
AMA Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 25.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM per session. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Physical Therapy:
Sponsored by the Program in Physical Therapy, College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic. This course meets the criteria for up to 25.5 hours of Continuing Education Units per Minnesota Physical Therapy Rules 5601.2400, 5601.2500.
Occupational Therapy:
Mayo Clinic - Rochester Campus is an approved provider of continuing education by the American Occupational Therapy Association #5660. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by AOTA. At the conclusion of this conference, participants will be awarded a certificate for up to 25.5 contact hours or 2.55 AOTA CEUs.
General:
At the conclusion of this conference, participants will be awarded a certificate for up to 25.5 contact hours maximum based on actual contact hours. Please see your state specific requirements for licensure credits.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Date | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Friday | 8.5 hours PT/AMA. 8.5 Contact Hours AOTA |
| Saturday | 8.5 hours PT/AMA. 8.5 Contact Hours AOTA |
| Sunday | 8.5 hours PT/AMA. 8.5 Contact Hours AOTA |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 25.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 25.50 Attendance
- 25.50 AOTA Contact Hours
- 25.50 PT
Mayo Clinic recognizes these types of educational programs would not be possible without your support; however, Prechtl Assessment of General Movements: Basic Training Course is not able to offer any opportunities at this time.
Price
| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $950 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $950 |
| OTs with AOTA Membership | $855 |
| Course Packages | Coupon | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| AOTA Members | AOTA2026 | 10% off |
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Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled.
The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.
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