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Instructor:
Drs. Rosen & Watson
Location:
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Enrollment Deadlines:
Regular:
December 22nd
Program Starts:
Dec 29, 2025
Seminar Dates:
April 11-12, 2026, June 20-21, 2026

SOT® Pediatric Certificate Program – Halifax

More than ever qualified pediatric chiropractors are in demand. Families are desperately looking for health care providers that are informed, experienced, able to communicate and have the practical skills to address the myriad health care challenges facing their children. With over a combined 80 years of clinical experience, Drs. Rosen and Watson’s premier SOT ® Pediatric Certificate Program is answering the call.

In this comprehensive pediatric spinal and cranial evaluation and adjusting program, you will not only acquire the skills to become the go-to pediatric chiropractic in your area, but you will build your confidence, up your game and acquire a level of expertise second to none.

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.

Skills You Will Learn

✓ Pediatric neurological and nervous system developmental

✓ Creating a pediatric case history and exam for pre-ambulatory infant and 3+

✓ Rationale for pediatric care

✓ Specific indicators for spinal and cranial corrections: tonal, meningeal, intra-oral and external techniques

✓ Occipital fiber analysis: determine a vasomotor or viscersomatic subluxation

✓ Complete cranial examination and indicators for specific Chiropractic Cranial Adjusting ™ protocols, including intra-oral and external techniques

✓ Cranial anatomy, physiology, visual analysis, and condition techniques

✓ Pediatric TMJ, plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, tongue-tie evaluation and correction protocols

✓ Evaluating the pediatric palate

✓ Primary Reflexes

Resources Provided

✓ Hands-on training from Dr. Rosen and PPI team

✓ Evaluation & technique presentations

✓ Practical demonstrations

✓ Practice with Calls to Action (CTA)

✓ Connect with Like-minded Practitioners

✓ In-depth Q&As with Instructors

✓ Interactive private Facebook group

✓ Available Select Dates and Locations

✓ Earn Continuing Education Credits ($50/seminar): See pre-approved states below.

The educational aspects of the course cover:

  • Identify the primary development stage of brain growth.
  • Determine which areas of the brain have the highest rate of development in the first 2 years of life.
  • Understand the importance of removing or limiting interference to the developing nervous through chiropractic care.
  • Understand the role environment plays on the developing brain.
  • Understand the global effect of the subluxation on childhood development.

The clinical aspects of the course cover:

  • Identify the primary development stage of brain growth.
  • Determine which areas of the brain have the highest rate of development in the first 2 years of life.
  • Understand the importance of removing or limiting interference to the developing nervous through chiropractic care.
  • Understand the role environment plays on the developing brain.
  • Understand the global effect of the subluxation on childhood development.

Program Schedule

DEC 29, 2025

Online Course Starts

APR 11, 2026

Seminar Day 1: Comprehensive Pediatric Spinal and Adjusting Protocols and Pediatric Cranial Exam and Cranial Adjusting Protocols

APR 12, 2026

Seminar Day 2: Comprehensive Pediatric Spinal and Adjusting Protocols and Pediatric Cranial Exam and Cranial Adjusting Protocols

APR 13, 2026

Online Course Continues

JUN 20, 2026

Seminar Day 1: Comprehensive Pediatric Cranial Adjusting Protocols and Common Conditions in the Pediatric Practice

JUN 21, 2026

Seminar Day 2: Comprehensive Pediatric Cranial Adjusting Protocols and Common Conditions in the Pediatric Practice

Locations: Apr 11th – 12th

Future Inns Halifax Hotel & Conference Centre

30 Fairfax Dr, Halifax, NS B3S 1P1

Future Inns Halifax Hotel & Conference Centre

30 Fairfax Dr, Halifax, NS B3S 1P1

Call (902) 443-4333 or (800) 565-0700 and provide dates & block code: 2604DRMART for discounted rates.

Locations: Jun 20th – 21st

Future Inns Halifax Hotel & Conference Centre

30 Fairfax Dr, Halifax, NS B3S 1P1

Future Inns Halifax Hotel & Conference Centre

30 Fairfax Dr, Halifax, NS B3S 1P1

Call (902) 443-4333 or (800) 565-0700 and provide dates & block code: 2606DRMART for discounted rates.

Online Course Contents

21 Modules | 21 CTAs

Class 1 – Nervous System Development – Part 1

Class 2 – Nervous System Development – Part 2

Class 3 – Influences on Development – Subluxation

Class 4 – Dural Meningeal System

Class 5 – Cranium and Dural Membranes

Class 6 – Cranial Bone Motion and CSF

Class 7 – Reprogramming the CNS

Class 8 – The Infant Spinal Case History

Class 9 – Spinal Exam Protocols and Demonstration

Class 10 – Anatomy and Physiology of Cranium

Class 11 – Cranial Exam Anatomy

Class 12 – Cranial Visual Analysis

Class 13 – Cranial Examination Protocols and Demonstration

Class 14 – Practice Management Blueprint

Class 15 – Confrontational Tolerance

Class 16 – Your Practice Triad

Class 17 – Making a Change

Class 18 – How to Make a Positive Change

Class 19 – Practice Development Tools

Class 20 – Office Procedures

Class 21 – Intensive Adjustment Protocols

Seminar Contents

15 Topics | 2 Seminars

Evaluation and Adjusting Protocols for the Pediatric Spine

Complete Spinal Examination Protocols

Determining the Primary Subluxation

Ascending or Descending, Meningeal or Structural

Specific Indicators to Determine Subluxation and Listings

Specific Adjusting Protocols for All Areas of the Spine

Tonal and Structural Techniques

Evaluation for the Pediatric Cranium

Specific CSF Balancing and Movement Adjustments

Symptom Specific Techniques to Use in Your Daily Practice

Evaluation and Adjusting Protocols for the Pediatric Cranium

Sphenobasilar Motion and Correction of Distortion Patterns

Specific Cranial Bone Imbalances/Subluxations (Correct Occipital, Temporal, Frontal, Parietal and Other Cranial Bone Distortions)

Correcting Palate Imbalances

Condition Specific Protocols: Vagus Nerve Involvement, Tongue-tie, Plagiocephaly, Pediatric TMJ issues (Nursing, Latching, and Swallowing Issues), Abnormal Palate Development, Digestive Issues, Allergies

Continuing Education Credits

Below are currently pre-approved states for continuing education credits. For other states, notify [email protected] 90 days prior to seminar Date.

Apr 11-12, 2026: CO, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, MA, MD, MI, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ (DC Only), OH, OR, RI, SC, UT, VA, VT, WA, WY, Puerto Rico, Canadian Provinces (except AB & SK)

Jun 20-21, 2026: CO, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, MA, MD, MI, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ (DC Only), OH, OR, RI, SC, UT, VA, VT, WA, WY, Puerto Rico, Canadian Provinces (except AB & SK)

Meet the Instructors

Dr. Martin Rosen, DC, CSCP, CSPP & Dr. Nancy Watson, DC, CSP

As early as first quarter in chiropractic school they were attracted to each other’s commitment to chiropractic and the pursuit of excellence.  Their combined 80 years of personal and clinical and teaching experience, in delivering the chiropractic adjustment is unparalleled in the chiropractic profession.  Their international outreach through teaching, writing and lecturing has been a driving force in their personal and professional careers since their first seminar taught together as students, in 1979.

Their years of experience have taught them what works and what does not work to create a successful practice and lifestyle. The more competent and comprehensive your expertise you will find that more patients will seek your services and your practice will grow exponentially.

Feedback from Our Students


  • Peter Kevorkian, DC
  • Bryant Harris, DC
  • Breanna Herink, DC
  • Dr. Rachel Steiner

    “I decided to take this course because my office is becoming very populated with children. While I have taken numerous pediatric seminars, I still felt like I needed more hands on and a more intense program. When signing up for the program, my goal was to have a better understanding of the pediatric spine through exam and treatment and to feel more confident in doing so.

    My three takeaways:
    1. If you want hands on, this is it! I love all the hands-on time.
    2. If you want to go back to your office with more confidence and understanding of the pediatric spine, this is the program for you.
    3. If you do not know where to start, start here! There is so much information but each seminar coming back, I have a better grasp of the techniques, and I am able to implement things slowly into my practice.

    This program professionally has allowed me to see patients with confidence that I am doing a proper examination and technique that is very specific to my findings. Personally, I feel since starting the seminars in January I am taking my skills to the next level which is very rewarding for me personally and I know my husband is beyond proud of the time and effort I have put forth to do so. I have been doing a lot of palate work since the second seminar series and have seen a lot of improvement with post tongue tie patients and those who are having a hard time latching. Breastfeeding success has improved greatly. This is simply amazing as many women struggle and give up and to see them and their baby thriving is so rewarding.

    Yes, I would highly recommend this program to others. Fresh out of school or years into practice, I feel like the information is delivered in a way that everyone will learn and benefit. This course is intense; I am not going to put it lightly. But I appreciate all the hands-on and help we have while in seminar. The notes are so clearly delivered, and the slides allow me to go home and review without feeling like I need to be back in the seminar to further my learning. If a chiropractor wants to treat children, I feel this program is an absolute must. I wish it was taught in school! I think it is great and I appreciate all your hard work in teaching others! I have been to many seminars where I go thinking I am going to learn, and it is mostly stories about the instructor’s personal success stories, and I leave feeling like I almost wasted my time. Not here! Thanks again! See you soon!”

  • Jennifer Vannoy, DC

    “My three takeaways:
    1. Comprehensive Pediatric Spine Evaluation and Correction: The program provided an in-depth understanding of how to properly evaluate and correct the pediatric spine, enhancing my ability to address spinal issues in children effectively.
    2. Early Adjustment for Optimal Development: I learned the critical importance of adjusting children from birth to support maximum brain and neurological development, emphasizing the need for early chiropractic interventions.
    3. Invaluable Cranial Adjusting Techniques: The cranial adjusting techniques taught in the program have significantly improved my results, particularly for pediatric patients with neurological issues, highlighting the value of specialized cranial care in pediatric chiropractic practice.

    Personally, the program has enhanced my understanding and passion for pediatric chiropractic care. It has deepened my appreciation for the vital role early adjustments play in children’s neurological and overall development, reinforcing my commitment to providing the best care possible for young patients. This knowledge has also strengthened my confidence in treating pediatric cases, knowing that I can make a significant positive impact on their health and well-being from an early age. Professionally, the program has been transformative. It has equipped me with advanced skills and techniques for evaluating and correcting pediatric spines, as well as invaluable cranial adjusting methods. These enhancements have improved my clinical outcomes, particularly for children with neurological issues. As a result, I am now able to offer more comprehensive and effective care to my pediatric patients, setting a higher standard in my practice and distinguishing myself as a specialist in pediatric chiropractic care.

    A personal experience that highlights the impact of the program on my practice involves a six-year-old boy with severe autism who was experiencing daily seizures. When he first came to see me, we focused on his gut health through functional medicine, and although we saw some positive results, his progress eventually stalled. While I was taking this program, I began using the pediatric adjusting techniques I learned. Almost immediately, there were noticeable improvements. The most significant changes happened when I started implementing the cranial adjusting techniques taught in the program. The transformation was remarkable. His seizures decreased significantly, from daily occurrences to once every two weeks. The boy, who had been very aggressive, became calm enough that his mother could reason with him. He stopped biting and pinching his mother multiple times a day. His balance also improved significantly, and he went from struggling to walk properly to having much better coordination. Now, he happily comes to see me and lays on the table calmly while I adjust him, without screaming. And it only took six weeks to see these substantial results. This experience underscored the immense value of the skills and techniques I gained from the program. It has made a substantial difference in my practice and, more importantly, in the lives of the children and families I work with.

    I would highly recommend this course to other chiropractors who work with children or desire to work with children. The program provides an invaluable set of skills and techniques that can significantly enhance your practice. Through this course, I gained advanced knowledge in evaluating and correcting the pediatric spine, as well as cranial adjusting techniques that have made a substantial difference in my clinical outcomes. The practical applications of these techniques have been transformative, as evidenced by the remarkable progress of my patients, like a six-year-old boy with severe autism whose seizures and aggressive behaviors dramatically improved. This course equips you with the tools needed to make a profound impact on the health and well-being of your young patients, ultimately elevating the standard of care you can provide. If you are dedicated to advancing your expertise in pediatric chiropractic care and achieving outstanding results for your patients, this course is an essential investment in your professional development.

    I can’t wait to take it again and again! I desire deeply to be an expert in this arena. Thank you so much for bringing this education to us!”

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