Online Theory
Level 1 Online Theory Module
Online Theory and Registration $375
Required for the Level 1 Practical or, 40 hours of home study for CDP
Course fee AUD 375* includes:
* The course fee does not include the required textbook Dr Vodder's MLD, A Practical Guide. Wittlinger 2nd Ed. available from Google Books and other online booksellers
Level 1 Online Theory Module
Online Theory and Registration $375
Required for the Level 1 Practical or, 40 hours of home study for CDP
Course fee AUD 375* includes:
- Access to Dr Vodder Level 1 Online Theory course material
- Access to Moving Lymph Online study guides and tutorials
- History and context of the Dr. Vodder method
- Anatomy and physiology of the lymph vessel system
- Properties of loose connective tissue
- Pathological changes occurring as a result of impaired lymph flow
- Physiological effects of MLD
- Contraindications to MLD
- Step by step instruction on accessing the Dr Vodder material
- Course aims and learning outcomes for all topics
- Self-test quizzes
- Group discussion
- On-on-one virtual tutorials
- >100 hours of study in human anatomy and physiology
- Fundamental knowledge of
- circulatory system
- nervous system
- immune system
- Understanding of common medical terminology including anatomical directions and planes
- common pathologies such neuralgia, nephritis, seroma etc.
* The course fee does not include the required textbook Dr Vodder's MLD, A Practical Guide. Wittlinger 2nd Ed. available from Google Books and other online booksellers
Certificate Applied MLD (level 1&2)
Level 1 Practical
Four days of intensive hands-on training in MLD
Level 1 Practical
Four days of intensive hands-on training in MLD
- Required for Level 2, Level 3 and Advanced Aesthetician Courses
- Instruction in the fundamental skin movements of MLD
- Demonstration in sequences for the application of MLD to
- Neck and face
- Arms and legs
- Anterior and posterior torso
- Theoretical knowledge integrated into practical application
- Clearly explanation of the direct effects of MLD
- Principles and practice in the correct application of MLD
- Contraindications and treatment options
- Access to the online demonstration videos for 2-years
Level 2 Practical
Enrolment is open to therapists with an eligible occupation including
- Four days of intensive hands-on training in Applied MLD
- Level 1 Certificate required
- Instruction in the special techniques of MLD
- Instruction in the subtlety and precision in performing the MLD for
- Whiplash, migraines, tinnitus
- CRPS, stroke
- Sprained ankle, knee arthroplasty, cruciate ligament repair
- Adhesive capsulitis and hip pathologies
- Many other skeletal muscular and neurological conditions
- Understanding of treatment principles which can be applied to
- Any non-infected acute or chronic inflammatory condition where the lymph system remains intact.
- Access to the online demonstration videos for 2-years
Enrolment is open to therapists with an eligible occupation including
- Physiotherapy
- Remedial Massage Therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Registered Nurse
- For a full list of eligible occupations click here
Certificate in Combined Decongestive Therapy (level 1&3)
Level 1 Practical
Level 1 Practical
- Four days of intensive hands-on training in MLD
- Required for Level 2, Level 3 and Advanced Aesthetician Courses
- Instruction in the fundamental skin movements of MLD
- Demonstration in sequences for the application of MLD to
- Neck and face
- Arms and legs
- Anterior and posterior torso
- Theoretical knowledge integrated into practical application
- Clearly explanation of the direct effects of MLD
- Principles and practice in the correct application of MLD
- Contraindications and treatment options
- Access to the online demonstration videos for 2-years
Level 3 - Combined Decongestive Therapy
* The course fee does not include the required textbook Lymphedema Diagnosis and Therapy. Weissleder 4th Ed. Available from several online booksellers.
- Requires either a Level 1 or Level 2 Certificate
- Required for the ALA Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioner Program
- 2-days of advanced theoretical instruction in the pathogenesis and management of chronic oedema
- 8-days of intensive practical training in lymphoedema management with Koby Blanchfield^
- Complete set of bandaging materials
- Access to the online demonstration videos for 2-years
- Instruction in the correct application of
- MLD to redirect lymph flow
- Compression therapy (bandages & garments)
- Oedema exercises and skin care
- Applications include treatment of
- primary and secondary lymphoedema
- lipoedema and chronic venous insufficiency oedema
- There are practical assessments on MLD, bandaging techniques, and clinical reasoning.
* The course fee does not include the required textbook Lymphedema Diagnosis and Therapy. Weissleder 4th Ed. Available from several online booksellers.
Level 1 Review
The Level 1 Review day is required for all Level 2 and Level 3 Practical Course unless these courses are taken consecutively, or if you have a Level 1 Certificate dated not more than 6 months previously or a Level 2 Certificate dated not more than 12 months previously.
The Level 1 Review day is required for all Level 2 and Level 3 Practical Course unless these courses are taken consecutively, or if you have a Level 1 Certificate dated not more than 6 months previously or a Level 2 Certificate dated not more than 12 months previously.
training VenuE
Murdoch University Village
Training will take place in the Wattle Room C, see map below. Affordable accommodation is available for those of you that are travelling from a far, see short term accommodation information to the right. |
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