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GLa:d ireland courses for physiotherapists

Courses

GLA:D training courses for physiotherapists are run 2-3 times a year in various locations around Ireland.​​

 

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The next course will be held in Castlebar Primary Care on Friday June 20th 2025. Registration details can be found here.

Course Format

Courses are delivered in a hybrid format with all theoretical content available online and practical components delivered face to face with GLA:D tutors over one day.

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Participants will have at least 2 weeks to complete 7-8 hours of online materials before the practical day.

**Completion of these components is a requirement to attend the practical day. 

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Course Fee: €330 per participant. 

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the latest research on the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis.

  • Understand the latest knowledge and evidence on osteoarthritis management strategies.

  • How neuromuscular exercises can be used in the context of osteoarthritic changes.

  • How to deliver the education components to patients with osteoarthritis including up to date presentation slides and handouts / resources to give your patients.

  • Processes for registering programme participants in the GLA:D® Ireland database.

  • Practical information on how to implement the programme at a clinic, in a hospital, or in another appropriate setting.

To learn more about what the GLA:D programme involves, please click here.

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To learn more about whether GLA:D is a good fit for your clinic and what is required to implement the programme, please click here.

Organise a Course

Interested in organising a course at your organisation or work setting? We can offer group training at a discounted price in a location that suits your team. Just get in touch with us for more information by emailing gladireland@ul.ie.

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GLA:D Ireland Course Attendee

“Practical component was excellent, deeply discussed the outcomes and treatment protocols. Highly recommend this course"
100% of physiotherapists agreed or strongly agreed that they were satisfied with the course.

GLA:D Ireland certified physiotherapist

"I think it gave patients a love for exercise and it showed them the benefits and gave them the tools to continue after the course, which was nice."
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