Hands-On Clinical Training
Join Dr. Jenn McKee for comprehensive Hands-On Clinical Training, where we offer immersive learning experiences designed for groups and multidisciplinary teams across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. What sets our training apart is our unique human-first approach, focusing on understanding the intricacies of the human body. Unlike courses that emphasize products or technology, we delve into anatomy and biomechanics to identify essential features crucial for providing optimal solutions in seating and supported supine positions.
"Jennifer was a thorough trainer, getting time to demonstrate and reflect with the information."
- Workshop Participant
Upcoming In-Person Training
October 17th - 18th in Grange, Co. Sligo
Join us for this two-day hands-on workshop in County Sligo, where we will take a deep dive into the seating and lying assessment including all the necessary measurements as per best practices using standardised language and methodologies. These workshops are a valuable opportunity for healthcare professionals and are particularly suited to multidisciplinary teams including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Tissue Viability Nurses, and Speech Language clinicians to deepen their understanding of 24-hour postural care, pressure care, and related function across all demographic and diagnostic groups.
This workshop is anchored in our HUMAN centred approach, as opposed to the approach that is commonly used which centres around the equipment or technology.
“The idea that good seating supports the body’s natural resting state was new and powerful for me. I also came to fully appreciate that visual observation is not enough, hands-on assessment in both sitting and supine is essential to truly understand a person’s posture.”
What’s Included:
“From Symptoms to Solutions” 4-part on-demand Series, available to view from 3rd October prior to the Hands-On Workshop (required viewing)
Access to 2-days in-person hands-on training in Grange, Co. Sligo
Tea/Coffee during the 2-days (lunch not provided)
Free parking, Wi-Fi access, Kitchen facilities on site
Demo of various related technology solutions during the 2-day training based upon participants expressed interest including seating systems, supported lying systems, moulding solutions, wheelchairs and buggies
Certificate of completion following completion of training
Investment: €400 per person
Closing Date for Registration: 1st October 2025
“Hands on training was amazing - massively increased my confidence in hands-on assessment, postural symptoms and causes.”
“This training made me reflect on how my understanding of seating and postural care has evolved. I realised I had unknowingly internalised a ‘fix-it’ mindset, thinking seating should always aim to correct asymmetries.”
Bespoke Training Options
If you are looking to upskill your team, we are available for 1-3 day hands-on workshops tailored to meet your needs. These workshops can be standalone or part of a package that includes didactic on-demand webinars or live webinars depending on your area of interest. Multi-day workshops are ideally schedule with 1-2 weeks between days.
One-Day Workshop: This workshop begins with an introduction and standardized language review, followed by the development of palpation skills. Engage in hands-on practice with seating assessments in both sitting and supine positions. Emphasis is placed on comprehending the why behind each step while providing the opportunity to feel landmarks on various bodies. One-day participants consistently report increased confidence in palpation skills and a deeper understanding of how the trunk and lower extremities impact the pelvis.
"Really enjoyed being able to feel palpate the muscles on others without fear of getting it wrong!" - Workshop Participant
Two-Day Workshop: Building upon the foundations of the one-day program, participants will have extended time to practice the supine assessment for seating. This includes considerations for supported supine positions and basic standardized measurements like the thigh-pelvic angle, thigh-trunk angle, and thigh-lower leg angle.
"Every part of the hands-on training will be useful in my day-to-day practice." - Workshop Participant
“With repeated practice, I was able to understand posture and movements better with different bodies." - Workshop Participant
Three-Day Workshop: The comprehensive three-day training adds further depth, allowing participants to explore key measures such as the frontal sternal angle and frontal pelvic angle. Attendees will have ample time to practice the entire assessment for seating in both sitting and supine positions, discussing considerations for translating findings into optimal solutions.
"Really supportive, great knowledge, and lots of things to use in my clinical practice." - Workshop Participant
"Great to put theory into practice and problem solve. Great to grow confidence." - Workshop Participant
Clinical Assessment Days: Alongside our hands-on workshops, we offer Clinic Days with a focus on 24-Hour Postural Care assessments. During these Clinic Days, clinicians can arrange for 3 clients to undergo assessments in a single day. Perfect for those who have completed the 2-week online course or recently participated in a hands-on workshop, these clinic days provide an advanced level of support during client assessments. Dr. Jenn McKee will be personally present to assist clinicians throughout the hands-on assessment, providing valuable support and insights for both the assessment process and the translation of findings into optimal seating solutions.
Maximizing Your Learning Experience
To ensure participants get the most from these hands-on training days, we recommend exploring our blogs and ideally completing our 2-week online course beforehand. During the hands-on workshops, we omit didactic training, focusing entirely on hands-on experience. Those who complete the 2-week course are better equipped to concentrate on honing their hands-on skills, as the rationale behind each step becomes clearer, enhancing clinical decision-making.
Post-Workshop Support
Following the hands-on workshop, clinicians are encouraged to join our 5-week mentorship program or attend weekly-monthly 1:1 virtual coaching sessions. Integration is key, and our comprehensive approach ensures that you not only acquire new skills and knowledge but also understand how to seamlessly apply them in your clinical practice.
Join us for these in-depth and transformative hands-on workshops, and let's embark on a journey to elevate your clinical practice.