Introduction to managing Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) – 11 February 2026 AM

Master the Assessment and Treatment of BPPV

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common causes of dizziness and imbalance, significantly increasing fall risk – especially in older adults

This condition can greatly impact quality of life, but with the right skills, you can make a real difference.

Course objectives

Join our hands on practical course to help you demystify the physiology and management of BPPV. Our course focuses on practical skills and case scenarios which help you to gain the confidence to:

• Recognize signs and symptoms of BPPV
• Perform safe, accurate diagnostic manoeuvres such as modified Dix-Hallpike, Side Lying Test and Supine Roll Test.
• Identify nystagmus direction and interpret results correctly
• Apply evidence-based treatments including Epley, Semont and Gufoni manoeuvres
• Communicate effectively with patients about BPPV, its impact, and recurrence
• Know when dizziness is not caused by BPPV and how refer for appropriate further investigation

Who is this course for?

Any registered healthcare professionals who encounter patients with dizziness or balance issues but would benefit physiotherapists, occupational therapists, hospital doctors, GPs and nurses who will:

• Learn practical skills
• Improve patient outcomes
• Reduce fall risk

Date

Wednesday 11th February 2026

9:00am – 12:30pm

Eldon Court Education Centre

Booking

To book a place on this course go to Tickets at the bottom of the page.  Please note that this course has a pre-course assignment therefore tickets are available up to 4 weeks before the start of the course.

At checkout you can make an online card payment or enter a coupon code to make alternative payment arrangements.

Alternative payment arrangements include:

• requesting an invoice (INVOICE)
• your organisation is Newcastle Hospitals and you are arranging internal funding (NUTH)

Please see the Making payments & Coupons sections of the Help and FAQs.

Cancellation and refunds policy

Should you no longer be able to attend the event on the booked date, please contact the Academy as we may be able to offer an alternative date subject to an admin charge.

Should you still wish to cancel your booking, you or your employer will be charged as per the fees outlined below.  Please contact [email protected] to cancel your place.

If you do not attend on the day, you will be charged the full cost of the event place.

See our Terms & Conditions and Cancellations & Refunds pages for more details.