Training
Training in the INPP Method is being offered in South Africa for the first time, in connection with the INPP (International). The Institute for Neuro-Physiological Psychology (INPP) was established in 1975 by psychologist Peter Blythe Ph.D, as a private research organization to investigate the effects of immaturity in the functioning of the central nervous system in children with Specific Learning Difficulties and adults suffering from Agoraphobia and Panic Disorder; to devise reliable methods of assessment; and to develop, supervise and evaluate effective programs of remedial intervention. Since its inception 50 years ago, the INPP has treated many thousands of children and adults with problems linked to immaturity in the functioning of the central nervous system, as well conducting and publishing research into the efficacy of methods developed.
This is a postgraduate course (4 intensive weeks through the year, with individual learning and assignments between) that teaches the basis of the INPP approach to understanding and treating neurodevelopmental delay. Note that this is not specifically focused on neurodiversity, but is instead focused on the primitive and postural reflexes that are part of the neurology of all humans. Modules 1 and 4 are conducted online, with Modules 2 and 3 in person. At the end of the course, upon successfully completing the assessments and exams, qualified individuals are able to fully assess the vestibular, auditory, visual and reflex profiles, and put in place an individual therapy program to integrate the reflexes.
More information regarding this course can be found here. This is a postgraduate qualification that is recognised in the UK and can form credit towards certain Masters’ programmes.
Fees: R80,000 per participant.
Trainers: Pauline Shannon, INPP UK Principal (in-person), Christine Payard, INPP Australia Principal (online).
We are excited to announce dates for the first course to take place in South Africa!
Schedule for the INPP Practitioner’s Course
- Module 1 14th & 15th June 2025; 21st and 22nd June 2025 Online
- Module 2 25th - 29th August 2025 In person in Johannesburg
- Module 3 24th - 27th November 2025 In person in Johannesburg
- Module 4 2 days in the week of 9 Feb 2026 Examinations - Online
Entry requirements
The course is designed for anyone with a first degree and professional qualifications as well as a minimum of five years of experience in a field allied to Education, Medicine or Psychology, and to include Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech/Language Therapy.
A full curriculum vitae is required on application, along with supporting documentation.
Aims
- Introduce students to the differences between normal and delayed reflex development, including signs, symptoms and implications.
- Enable students to become competent in the identification and assessment of developmental delay related to retained primitive reflexes using the INPP Questionnaire and Diagnostic Assessment.
- Develop the student's ability to interpret and communicate test results, supervise a remedial program and assess ongoing progress.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify individuals who would potentially benefit from the INPP Individual Program.
- Administer and interpret the INPP Diagnostic Assessment results.
- Administer and interpret the INPP Diagnostic Assessment results.
- Administer and interpret the INPP Diagnostic Assessment results.
- Devise an appropriate remedial program based on assessment results.
- Perform follow-up assessments at regular intervals while a child is on the INPP Program.
- Supervise and amend the INPP Program.
Upon successful completion of the exams, and after one supervision session, participants are able to register to become an INPP Licentiate. Licentiates are expected to attend supervision on average every two years, of which one supervision every four years should be in-person. Registration as a Licentiate gives you access to the wealth of resource of INPP International, as well as being part of a supportive community of practitioners and researchers.