Neurodevelopment Across the Early Years: A Half-Day Clinical Workshop

A QPPCN Pre-Conference Workshop

The conference will take place in the Centre for Children’s Health Research (62 Graham Street, South Brisbane), in the level 5 seminar room. Tickets for both in-person and virtual attendance are available for this conference.

Join experienced clinician-researchers for a practical half-day workshop exploring contemporary neurodevelopmental assessment and early intervention from the neonatal period to school age. Using a journey-based framework (past, present, and future), this workshop translates the latest evidence and guidelines into real-world clinical practice.

Participants will gain updates on early diagnosis of cerebral palsy and other neurodevelopmental conditions, with a focus on new evidence for the General Movements Assessment (GMA) and Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination (HINE), alongside emerging tools such as MOS‑R and BabyOSCAR. These tools will be explored for their transdiagnostic application, supporting prediction of developmental outcomes beyond CP and providing earlier prognostic insight for infants at high risk of CP.

The session will also explore models of care that support timely, equitable early screening and intervention, including considerations for First Nations children, service accessibility, and culturally-responsive practice across healthcare settings.

Presenters:

• Dr Joanne George
• Dr Lynda McNamara
• Dr Rebecca Caesar
• Dr Carly Luke

Morning tea is included in the price, and lunch will be provided for those attending the afternoon session. Please indicate if you will be attending the afternoon session when checking out.

FAQs

What time should I arrive?

Please arrive at 8:00am for an 8:30am start.

What's the cancellation and refund policy?

To cancel your registration, you can request a cancellation through Eventbrite, or contact the PA Research Foundation: events@pafoundation.org.au / 07 3180 1840.

• If an attendee cancels their registration, refunds will be provided until midnight 08/05/26. No refunds will be provided after this date.
• If the workshop is cancelled by the organiser, attendees will receive a full refund.

Who do I contact if I have a question?

Questions about the course - Emma Flynn:

QPPCN@health.qld.gov.au

Questions about registration including cancelling registration - PA Research Foundation:

events@pafoundation.org.au / 07 3180 1840

How can I register and pay?

Please register online via Eventbrite and pay with a credit card (Visa/Mastercard/American Express).

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

A paper ticket is not required. Just have a copy of the ticket on your mobile to scan upon arrival.