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Offering programs to the chiropractic professionals looking to improve their technical excellence and reach mastery in chiropractic adjusting.

Welcome to the Peak Potential Institute

Elevating the Art and Science of Chiropractic

The Peak Potential Institute (PPI), founded by Drs. Martin Rosen and Nancy Watson, offers advanced chiropractic education for practitioners dedicated to clinical mastery. With over 80 years of combined experience, PPI provides a comprehensive learning platform rooted in the art of chiropractic adjusting, specializing in spinal and cranial techniques that enhance neurological function, biomechanical integrity, and long-term patient outcomes.

Recognized internationally as the home of Chiropractic Cranial Adjusting, PPI offers in-depth training in pediatric and prenatal care, Sacro Occipital Technique® (SOT®), TMJ correction, and CMRT soft tissue protocols through online modules, hands-on seminars, and certificate programs. CEUs are available for both our online and hands-on programs through Life West University.

Trimester Enrollment Schedule

Fall Trimester	Begins late Aug/early Sep (Enroll May–Aug)
Winter Trimester	Begins early Jan (Enroll Oct–Dec)
Spring Trimester	Begins late Apr/early May (Enroll Feb–Apr)

Who Should Enroll

Chiropractors seeking to master spinal and cranial neurologically based adjusting techniques
Practitioners serving pediatric, prenatal, or life-time care populations
Doctors interested in implementing both structural (HVLA) and meningeal/tonal chiropractic techniques into their practices
Clinicians looking to improve their patient’s functional outcomes
Students and professionals committed to advancing their hands-on chiropractic education

What’s Included

Full PDF Workbooks & Transcripts
Practical Demonstrations
Monthly Live Q&As (during active trimesters)
Video Modules
Evaluation & Technique Presentations
Email Access to Drs. Rosen & Watson

Coming Soon: Dr. Lilian Aliberti will be offering a Peak Potential Institute online course series in Portuguese Learn More >

Available Courses

Browse our available courses, organized by category to help you find the right program for your professional goals.

Premier Pediatric Certification Program

SOT® Pediatric Online Certificate Program

Our program is one of the most comprehensive spinal and cranial evaluation and adjusting programs in the chiropractic profession. You will learn a complete pediatric evaluation system for spinal and cranial dysfunction as well as meningeal, tonal, and structural adjustment procedures applicable to all your pediatric patients. Be confident, be successful, be able to produce the results you promise and create a fulfilling, lifetime-centered waiting list practice.

Neurological Integration & Cranial Dynamics

Evaluation and Corrections for Vagus Nerve Involvement

Vagus Nerve Evaluation and Correction Protocols

This course provides chiropractors with a comprehensive understanding of vagus nerve involvement and its impact on the nervous system, autonomic function, and overall health.. Covers upper cervical, cranial, and dural protocols to restore autonomic balance.

Sphenobasilar Mechanism: Assessment & Correction

This online course provides an in-depth exploration of the sphenobasilar mechanism (the key to the cranium), focusing on its anatomy, physiology, common distortion patterns, and effective correction techniques. Participants will gain practical skills to evaluate and adjust the sphenobasilar junction, enhancing patient outcomes and expanding their chiropractic expertise.

Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF): Lifeblood of the CNS

Understand CSF physiology and into the critical role of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the central nervous system. Learn chiropractic cranial adjusting techniques to improve CSF flow and neurological regulation.

Atlas/Axis Dural Meningeal Restriction

This online course focuses on the detection and correction of dural meningeal subluxations in the upper cervical spine. Participants will learn to evaluate and correct these subluxations, which can affect the entire dural meningeal system.

Evaluation & Correction of the Vestibular System

This comprehensive online course delves into the anatomy and functionality of the vestibular system, emphasizing its role in balance, posture, coordination, and sensory processing. Participants will learn to evaluate and identify deficits and imbalances affecting overall health and functional capacity as well as adjusting protocols to address these issues.

Balancing the Sacro-Occipital Respiratory Motion (SOR)

This course explores the sacro-occipital respiratory (SOR) motion and its critical role in neuromusculoskeletal balance and dural integrity. Restore rhythmic motion between sacrum and occiput to improve CSF dynamics, postural balance, and structural integrity.

Foundational Chiropractic Systems & Structural Adjusting

SOT®: The Three Categories

This course provides chiropractors with an in-depth understanding of the SOT® (Sacral Occipital Technique) Three Category System. Participants will learn to identify, evaluate, and correct Category I, II, and III subluxation patterns using SOT® adjusting protocols.

Occipital Fiber Analysis & Soft Tissue Reflex Techniques (CMRT)

This course offers a deep understanding of the neurological and reflexive relationships between the occipital fibers and organ function. Participants will learn to evaluate, analyze, and apply soft tissue reflex techniques to address systemic dysfunctions.

Scoliosis: Adjusting Protocols & Home Care

This course covers the various types, causes, evaluation protocols, measurement procedures, and ancillary methods of adjustment and management of scolisos. Participants will learn non-invasive techniques to manage and reduce abnormal spinal curvatures.

Specialized Population & Functional Assessment

Chiropractic Care for the Pregnant Patient

This course provides chiropractors with specialized training in caring for pregnant patients, emphasizing the unique biomechanical and physiological changes during pregnancy. Participants will learn SOT®-based techniques, including blocking procedures, sacral corrections, and ancillary procedures to support maternal and fetal health.

Tongue-Tie & Palate Evaluation Procedures

This comprehensive course delves into the evaluation and management of tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) and palate function, emphasizing their impact on speech, feeding, swallowing, breathing, and cranial development. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the tongue and palate, learn to assess their function, and apply specific chiropractic cranial adjusting techniques to address related dysfunctions.

Upcoming Courses

We base our course offerings on student interest. Take a look at our upcoming courses and join the waitlist to help shape what we offer next.

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New Program

New Visual Analysis – It’s Role in Determining Cranial Distortion/Subluxation Patterns

This online seminar with Dr. Martin Rosen introduces the essential skill of visual cranial analysis—a foundational tool for identifying cranial distortion and subluxation patterns. Learn how to detect subtle asymmetries and visual indicators that reflect deeper neurological imbalances and structural compensations. Whether you're new to cranial work or refining your observational skills, this training will enhance your precision and clinical confidence.

New Program

New The Roll of Primitive Reflexes in Neurological Organization

In this online seminar, Dr. Courtney Neill explores how retained or aberrant primitive reflexes influence motor coordination, postural control, sensory processing, and overall neurological organization. Whether you're working with infants, children with developmental challenges, or adults with chronic compensatory patterns, understanding these early neurological milestones is essential for delivering effective, lasting chiropractic and cranial care.

New Program

New Understanding Cranial Bone Movement

Unlock the mechanics behind chiropractic cranial adjusting with this online course, “How Cranial Bones Move”. You’ll learn the 4 specific motion patterns of the cranium and how they impact each cranial bone, tools to assess the proper movement of the cranium, and what these subtle shifts can have on the growth and development of the cranium.

Opening in August

New Portuguese Course Series by Lilian Alberti

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Lilian Aliberti, DC, CSPP, CACCP of Instituto Inata in Brazil will be teaching a new series of specialized online classes for the Peak Potential Institute! These advanced chiropractic courses, developed in collaboration with Dr. Martin Rosen, will be fully translated into Portuguese and are designed to expand your clinical skillset with techniques that are immediately applicable in practice.

Cranial Facial Distortions and Their Impact on Childhood Development

In this online program Drs. Rosen and Watson will walk you through an understanding of normal childhood growth and development and the structural distortion patterns to look for that may be signs of developmental challenges.

Chiropractic Cranial Adjusting Immersion Program

Chiropractic Cranial Immersion Program

Ready to elevate your practice and transform patient outcomes? Our 38-week ONLINE Cranial Immersion Class offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn chiropractic cranial adjusting SM protocols from A to Z. Designed for practitioners eager to master the art and science of cranial work, this immersive course will guide you through every aspect—from foundational anatomy to advanced correction techniques.

Dr. Martin Rosen Demonstrates Adjusting Techniques for Patients Suffering from Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction

Mastering TMJ Dysfunction: A Comprehensive Chiropractic Approach for the Adult and Pediatric Patient

Unlock your potential to work with patients suffering from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. This course is designed to equip you with the clinical anatomy, physiology, and functional knowledge necessary to address and correct TMJ dysfunction using chiropractic cranial adjustingSM techniques.

Evaluation & Corrections for Plagiocephaly and Flat Head Syndrome

In this online program, you will learn the clinical evaluation and corrective protocols for Plagiocephaly, Brachycephaly (aka as Flat-head syndrome), and Scaphlocephaly. Learn the intrinsic and extrinsic factors that contribute to these cranial distortion patterns, how to measure and monitor the patient’s progress and the treatment protocols to help resolve these cranial distortion patterns.

Introduction to Chiropractic Cranial Adjusting (CCA)

In this 3-month chiropractic cranial adjusting class, you will learn the functional anatomy and physiology of cranial bone motion, cerebrospinal fluid mechanics, and specific cranial landmarks and indicators to facilitate both your understanding and application of cranial adjusting techniques.

Removing Cranial Dural Stress Patterns Through The Sutural System

Course description to be determined.

SOT® Pediatric Certificate Membership

Members will have access to an unparalleled learning experience, with availability to a range of educational resources, tools, and opportunities that support their individual needs and goals. They will have the opportunity to connect with an exclusive community of like-minded individuals, who are equally dedicated to their personal and professional growth.

The SOT® Train the Trainer Program

The Peak Potential Institute is excited to announce our “Train the Trainer” program. For those people who want to rise to the next level of mastery, to be able to effectively communicate these techniques, and to teach this work, we have set up standards for you to reach these goals.

SOT® In-Person Pediatric Certificate Program

Join us for an exclusive, hands-on experience led by renowned Drs. Martin Rosen and Nancy Watson. This immersive training offers a rare opportunity to deepen your expertise in pediatric chiropractic care through direct instruction, practical application, and clinical insights from two of the leading authorities in the field.

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Online Courses

Welcome to the Peak Potential Institute

Elevating the Art and Science of Chiropractic

Trimester Enrollment Schedule

Who Should Enroll

What’s Included

Available Courses

Premier Pediatric Certification Program

Neurological Integration & Cranial Dynamics

Foundational Chiropractic Systems & Structural Adjusting

Specialized Population & Functional Assessment

Upcoming Courses

All Upcoming Courses - Join the Waitlist

SOT® In-Person Pediatric Certificate Program

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