Internationally Recognised Qualifications in Neuromotor Development Assessment and Intervention

We offer comprehensive training in the INPP Method developed by Peter Blythe in 1975. Our flagship one-year Practitioner Course is designed for professionals with a degree and five years' experience in education, medicine, psychology or allied fields. This in-depth programme equips practitioners to assess and treat neuromotor immaturity in both children and adults, using the proven INPP methodology.

For educators, our one-day Teacher Training course provides practical tools to identify signs of immature motor development in the classroom. Teachers learn to implement the INPP School Intervention Programme—a daily 10-minute movement routine that strengthens the physical foundations for learning. This evidence-based approach addresses the concerning statistic that 33% of children start reception without the necessary skills to succeed academically.

Find out more about each qualification below.

About the INPP Post Graduate Qualification

The INPP Post Graduate Course equips practitioners with comprehensive skills in the assessment and treatment of Neuromotor Immaturity (NMI). This internationally recognised qualification combines rigorous theoretical knowledge with practical clinical applications, allowing you to identify how immature neurological functioning impacts learning, behaviour and emotional development.

Through this course, you'll master standardised assessment techniques and develop expertise in implementing effective movement-based interventions that address the root causes of many developmental challenges. The programme's evidence-based approach has helped thousands of children and adults worldwide overcome learning difficulties, behavioural issues, and anxiety disorders. Established for over four decades and now taught across 15 countries, this qualification opens doors to a rewarding career helping clients achieve their full potential through neuromotor integration.

  • The INPP Practitioner Course is open to professionals with a first degree and at least five years of experience in a field related to education, medicine, or psychology. This includes, but is not limited to, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists.

    To apply, you will need to submit a full CV along with supporting documentation.

  • This course provides a comprehensive understanding of reflex development and its impact on learning and behaviour. By the end of the programme, you will:

    • Recognise the differences between normal and delayed reflex development, including key signs and symptoms.

    • Conduct assessments using the INPP Questionnaire and Diagnostic Assessment.

    • Interpret and communicate test results effectively.

    • Develop and oversee remedial programmes to support individuals with retained primitive reflexes.

  • Upon completing the course, you will be able to:

    • Identify individuals who may benefit from the INPP Individual Programme.

    • Administer and analyse INPP Diagnostic Assessments.

    • Provide clear, professional written reports based on your findings.

    • Design tailored remedial programmes based on assessment results.

    • Monitor progress through regular follow-up assessments.

    • Supervise and adjust the INPP Programme as needed.

  • The INPP Practitioner Course in the UK is led by Pauline Shannon BSc, an experienced professional licensed by INPP Ltd to deliver INPP-approved training.

    Pauline has a strong background in child development and support. She has worked with children facing challenges at home and in school, including roles in residential homes in Aberdeen and as an Assistant Unit Manager in a secure unit in Edinburgh. She later became a social worker specialising in learning disabilities in Musselburgh and East Lothian.

    After taking time to raise her three children, Pauline pursued further education in child development and education, including Waldorf teacher training. She has since run a successful INPP practice in Edinburgh for over a decade.

  • Graduates of the INPP Practitioner Course (4 modules) may be eligible to earn postgraduate credits through the School of Medicine at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).

    With additional assignments set by the university, students can receive up to 60 credit points towards a Master’s degree. This process incurs additional fees, payable directly to UCLan.

    For more details, contact PGMed@uclan.ac.uk.

About the INPP |One-day Teachers Course

The INPP One-Day Teacher Training Course offers a practical solution to the growing challenge of children starting school without the physical foundations needed for learning success. This accessible, hands-on programme equips educators with simple yet effective tools to identify signs of neuromotor immaturity in the classroom - a frequently overlooked factor in focus, behaviour and academic difficulties.

During this engaging course, you'll learn to implement the evidence-based INPP School Intervention Programme - a daily 10-minute movement routine that strengthens children's neurological development. Designed specifically for busy classroom environments, this approach requires minimal resources while delivering measurable improvements in attention, coordination and learning readiness. Perfect for teachers, SENCOs and educational professionals seeking practical strategies to support all learners, particularly those who may otherwise be labelled as having behavioural or learning difficulties.

  • Recent research from the Centre for Young Lives and Child of the North (2024) found that one in three children start school without the foundational skills needed for success—rising to 45% among children eligible for free school meals. Additionally, more children are being identified with special educational needs (SEN), leaving many teachers feeling unsure of how to identify the underlying causes or provide targeted support.

    One key factor affecting classroom performance is immature motor development, which can impact a child’s ability to sit still, focus, coordinate movements, and engage in learning.

    This one-day training course provides teachers with practical tools to recognise signs of motor immaturity and implement a simple, daily movement programme designed to support the physical foundations for learning.

  • Children with underlying motor development delays may struggle with:

    • Sitting still and maintaining focus

    • Coordination (e.g., getting changed for P.E.)

    • Self-regulation and impulse control

    • Managing transitions and following routines

    • Classroom behaviour and school engagement

    • Writing, reading, spelling, and numeracy

  • This course is designed for teachers implementing the INPP School Intervention Programme or the play-based movement programme for ages 4–6.

    Morning Session (3 hours)

    • Identifying movement-related challenges in the classroom

    • The role of movement in sensory perception and coordination

    • Links between motor development and learning difficulties

    • Understanding Neuro-Motor Immaturity (NMI)

    • The importance of primitive reflexes as indicators of neurological maturity

    • Training in the INPP Screening Test for children aged 4–7+ years

    Afternoon Session (2.5 hours)

    • Hands-on training in conducting INPP screening tests

    • Group participation in implementing the INPP Developmental Movement Programme for schools

    • Guidance on using the daily play-based movement programme for younger children

  • To successfully integrate the INPP programme in schools, the following is required:

    • Teacher Training – A staff member who has attended this course should lead the programme.

    • Screening & Assessment – Each child should be assessed at the start and end of the programme (15 minutes per child).

    • Daily Activities – Teachers supervise activities for 10 minutes per day, 5 days a week, over a full academic year.

    • Flexible Delivery – The programme can be used with entire classes or selected groups as needed.

    The INPP Developmental Movement Programme is specifically designed for use in schools and should not be applied to individual children out of context.

    • Course Fee: £250 per person

    • Training Manual: £68.95 (required for all attendees, available for purchase from Wiley)
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    This training is based on the evidence-based INPP model for neuromotor development screening and intervention, rigorously evaluated in research and practice. The course and manual provide access to:

    • Standardised neuromotor screening tests

    • A structured developmental movement programme

    • Online observation and scoring sheets

    • Paid access to INPP video demonstrations