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Friday, September 5

Paediatrics: Daytime Mobility & Function + Practical Workshop (Auckland)

By Medifab's Professional Development Academy

Explore paediatric AT & car seat solutions. Gain real-world insights, hands-on experience & practical skills to boost confidence!

Date and time

Location

Novotel Auckland Airport

Ray Emery Drive Auckland, Auckland 2022 New Zealand

Agenda

8:45 AM - 9:00 AM

Attendee Arrival and Networking

9:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Daytime Mobility

This session will focus on prescribing Assistive Technology (AT) for children’s daytime mobility needs, including sitting, standing and walking. Participants will explore clinical theory, equipment c...

11:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Morning Tea

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Daytime Mobility - Car Seats

In this session, we’ll cover the importance of safe transportation for children with medical needs, focusing on selecting and using specialised car seats. We’ll explore the clinical considerations, s...

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Lunch Provided

1:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Practical Workshop

Participants will gain practical experience in assessing equipment and selecting the most suitable options for each child's needs. We’ll discuss the limitations of off-the-shelf products and highligh...

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Highlights

6 hours
In person
Free venue parking
Doors at 8:30 AM

About this event

Overview:

Join us for an engaging and interactive session focused on paediatric Assistive Technology (AT) and safe car seat solutions! We’ll explore prescribing AT for sitting, standing, stepping, and mobility—blending clinical theory with real-world insights on equipment choices.

Engage in a hands-on practical session to test techniques, plus learn how to collaborate with parents, caregivers, and kids for practical, daily-use solutions, including safe transportation. Don’t miss this chance to boost your skills and confidence!

Learning Objectives

Identify and describe different types of paediatric Assistive Technology (AT) equipment
Explain the clinical rationale behind equipment prescription
Enhance collaboration with families and caregivers
Assess the functional needs of children and recommend suitable AT solutions

About our Presentor:

Jamie's Bio:

BSc Physiotheraop, Paediatric Product Education - Medifab

Jamie Cockle is a trained physiotherapist and Medifab's Paediatric Clinical Educator and Seating and Positioning Specialist. With a passion for empowering therapists, product specialists, and families, Jamie provides expert training on Medifab’s paediatric equipment, ensuring practical knowledge that can be applied every day to optimise children’s health and happiness.

Jamie’s career began as a Paediatric Physiotherapist at Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital in Cardiff, followed by a role at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. It was in these settings that he developed his expertise in paediatric equipment, particularly for children with neurological conditions. He is driven by the belief that every child should have access to the right support, regardless of their abilities or diagnosis..

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Medifab's Professional Development Academy

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