Everything you need to know

Eligibility & Prerequisites

• Who is this course designed for?

  This course is designed for licensed healthcare professionals including Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), Registered Dental Hygienists (RDHs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Physicians (MD/DO), and Dentists (DDS/DMD). All attendees must hold an active professional license in their respective field.

• Are there prerequisites for enrollment?

  Participants must hold an active professional license (SLP, RDH, OT, PT, MD/DO, or DDS/DMD). No prior orofacial myology training is required. The course is designed to take you from foundational knowledge through clinical competency over four intensive days.

• Can students or graduate students attend?

  The course is designed for licensed professionals. Graduate students in their final clinical year may apply with a letter from their program director. Contact us to discuss eligibility.

Continuing Education & Certification

• Is this course approved for CEUs?

  This course is an IAOM Affiliate Course eligible towards active IAOM membership and is AGD/PACE approved for 28 CE hours for dental professionals. SLPs should verify CEU acceptance with their state licensing board.

• Does this course satisfy CEU requirements for SLPs?

  SLPs should verify CEU acceptance with their state licensing board. We provide documentation of attendance and course content to support your submission.

• Will I receive a certificate of completion?

  To successfully complete this continuing education activity and receive a Certificate of Completion, participants must: attend 100% of the scheduled instructional hours; complete daily attendance verification through the sign-in and sign-out process; actively participate in lectures, demonstrations, hands-on laboratory activities, case discussions, and small-group learning experiences; successfully complete all required learner assessments demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes; complete the course evaluation; and indicate their intent to earn CEUs, if applicable.

• Does this course qualify me to become a Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM)?

  This course provides the foundational training required to pursue COM certification through the IAOM. Certification requires additional supervised clinical hours and a written examination. Our instructors, several of whom are IAOM Board members, can guide you through the certification pathway.

Schedule & Structure

• What does the four-day schedule look like?

  The course runs Thursday through Sunday, October 23–26, 2026 at the Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown, 475 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown, NY. Each day combines didactic instruction with hands-on clinical labs. Day 1 covers foundational anatomy and assessment; Days 2–3 focus on treatment protocols and case studies; Day 4 includes advanced techniques and clinical competency review.

• How many participants are in each cohort?

  Cohorts are intentionally kept small — typically 20–30 participants — to ensure meaningful instructor access and hands-on lab time. This is a clinical training course, not a lecture series.

• What materials are included?

  Registration includes the full course manual, clinical reference materials, access to post-course digital resources, and all lab supplies. Meals and hotel accommodations are not included but a hotel room block is available at a discounted rate.

• Is the course offered online or virtually?

  No. Perspectives in Orofacial Myology is an in-person, hands-on clinical training. The hands-on lab components are central to the curriculum and cannot be replicated in a virtual format. The October 2026 course takes place in Westchester County, NY.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

• What is the cancellation policy?

  Cancellations received 60 or more days before the course start date are eligible for a full refund minus a $150 administrative fee. Cancellations between 30–59 days prior receive a 50% refund. Cancellations within 30 days of the course are non-refundable. Substitutions are permitted at any time.

• Can I transfer my registration to a colleague?

  Yes. Registration transfers to another qualified professional are permitted at any time at no charge. Please notify us in writing with the name, credentials, and contact information of the substitute attendee.

• What happens if the course is cancelled by the organizers?

  In the unlikely event we must cancel the course, all registered participants will receive a full refund of their registration fee. We are not responsible for non-refundable travel or hotel costs, so we recommend purchasing travel insurance.

Location, Hotel & Travel

• Where is the course held?

  The October 2026 course is held at the Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown, 475 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown, New York 10591, approximately 30 minutes north of New York City.

• Is there a hotel room block?

  Yes. A discounted room block is available at the Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown, the same property as the course venue. Details and the booking link will be included in your registration confirmation.

• How do I get to the venue from major airports?

  Westchester County is accessible from three major airports: Westchester County Airport (HPN, 15 minutes), JFK International (45–60 minutes), and LaGuardia (30–45 minutes). Detailed travel instructions will be provided with venue information.

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