McKenzie Courses and Events
The McKenzie method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
The McKenzie Education Programme provides four courses leading to the Credentialing Exam. Each course builds on the previous course, hence they need to be taken in the appropriate order. Each course is eligible for The NZ College of Physiotherapy points as follows:
- 20 College points are granted for Parts A, B and D (4 days)
- 15 College points are granted for Parts C (3 days)
- 10 College points are granted for Part E (2 days)
- 5 College points are granted for the Credentialed Therapists Study Day
Find out more about the different parts of the McKenzie Education Programme:
Part A |
Part B |
Part C |
Part D |
Part E
Upcoming McKenzie events in New Zealand
| Name | Date | Location | Fee | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part B: The Cervical and Thoracic Spine | 5 - 8 July 2008 (Sat-Tues) | Wellington | $525 members $650 non-members | Celia Monk |
| Part E: The Extremities | 19 - 20 July 2008 (Sat-Sun) | Wellington | $350 members, $475 non-members | Grant Watson |
| Credentialed Therapists Update day | 15 August 2008 (Fri) | Wellington | $200 members, $240 non-members, for package deal see below | |
| Seminar Day & AGM | 16 August 2008 (Sat) | Wellington | $200 members, $240 non-members, for package deal see below | |
| Part C: Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment: Problem Solving | 21 - 23 November 2008 (Fri - Sun) | Wellington | $475 members, $600 non-members | Graeme Nuttridge |
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Packages
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Parts A, B, C | $1350 |
| Parts A, B, C, D | $1750 |
| Cred Update Day & Seminar Day | $350 members, $410 non-members |
Course registration
To register for an upcoming course please download the registration form here. Once completed the form needs to be sent to the Course Co-ordniator with the appropriate payment - or a record of online payment. Registrations for each course need to be received by at least 4 weeks prior to the commencement of the course.
Credentialed Therapist's Update Day
Credentialing Examination
Prerequisites:
- Completion of Parts A, B, C and D
- Licensed or Registered practitioner
- Two years clinical experience
With the increase in requests for certified McKenzie practitioners, taking and passing the exam is strongly recommended. The exam consists of multi-level testing designed to assess the clinical knowledge and skills of the practitioner as developed throughout the curriculum of the McKenzie Institute education courses. In addition, a Clinical Competencies Manual is available to assist in preparation for the examination.
Why a do we have a Credentialing Exam?
- To identify and recognise the practitioner who has demonstrated competency in the McKenzie Method.
- To further establish standards in the application of the McKenzie Method.
- To ensure that educational opportunities are congruous and relevant to current practice techniques as advocated by the McKenzie Institute International.
- To help identify the continued educational needs of the individual practitioner.
- To develop a pool of practitioners for nationwide referral.
- To develop a pool of practitioners who can assist in research projects.
What are the benefits of being a Certified McKenzie practitioner?
- A referral source for the McKenzie Institute. Each year, the Administrative office of the Institute receives an increasing number of requests for certified practitioners of the McKenzie Method throughout the country. Those who pass the Credentialing Exam are added to a directory of qualified practitioners to receive potential referrals.
- Recognition of your expertise and enhancement of our professional status among your colleagues, your faculty, community, referring professionals, industry, and third party insurers.
- Requests for involvement with ongoing outcome studies and research projects.