Sacroiliac Joint Specialist Certification

Sacroiliac Joint Specialist Certification

Innovative treatment methods for every type of lumbopelvic dysfunction

Why This Workshop Matters

Low back, pelvic girdle and hip pain are often driven by sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD) are among the most stubborn, costly and disabling presentations across rehab and musculoskeletal care. The Hesch Method offers a gentle, evidence-based, whole-body approach that helps most sacroiliac and lumbopelvic-hip patients recover within just 1–3 visits, restoring strength, range of motion and confidence in daily movement. This certification gives you a clear, repeatable framework to assess motion, treat common patterns, and deliver fast, drug-free outcomes.

Learning Outcomes

By completing this certification training, you will be able to:

• Integrate a neuro-biomechanical model to evaluate and treat sciatica, low back, pelvic girdle and hip pain. 

• Perform and interpret 17 spring (recoil) tests to assess SIJ and lumbopelvic motion. 

• Apply manual therapy principles and targeted interventions to resolve hypomobility / hypermobility and improve outcomes within a few visits.

• Identify and treat the most common sacroiliac and pelvic patterns e.g., sacral torsion, vertical pubic joint dysfunction, upslip / downslip, group patterns. 

• Educate clients in an effective home exercise program to sustain gains and reduce recurrence.

What’s Covered

Across self-paced modules, labs and case studies you’ll explore:

• Introduction to the Hesch neuro-biomechanical model and key literature.

• Pelvic/SIJ anatomy, function and motion.

• Palpation skills, pain mechanisms and medical screening.

• Spring testing: lab demonstrations and step-by-step application.

• Manual therapy principles and treatment dosing.

• Most common lumbopelvic-hip patterns and how to correct them.

• Special considerations: birth/trauma, ADLs and exercise prescription. 

  
  

Who Should Attend

• Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists and Rehabilitation Professionals

• Chiropractors, Osteopaths and Sports/Manual Therapists

• Nurses, Case Managers and Aged-Care Practitioners

• Fitness professionals working with clients experiencing low back/hip/pelvic pain

• Counsellors/coaches in pain, rehabilitation or functional-independence contexts seeking informed interdisciplinary knowledge (scope aware)

Delivery Details

This certification is delivered online (self-paced) via PESI with video modules, downloadable handouts and interactive discussions. Access on web or mobile; stream or download for offline viewing. Certification exam link is provided upon completion. 

Optional Nexus CPD Verification:Participants wanting Nexus College CPD recognition can book a Live Online Assessment Interview to validate learning and contextualise for Australia/Asia-Pacific practice. Successful participants receive a Nexus College Certificate of Attendance confirming demonstrated competencies. 

Investment & CPD Points

• Delivery: Online, self-paced (with optional Live Nexus CPD Assessment)

• Duration: Approx. 11–12 hours total learning (PESI notes up to 11.25 CE hours) 

• CPD Recognition: Up to 11 CPD hours (on completion; locally verified via Nexus assessment)

• Investment: Standard PESI enrolment fees apply; Nexus CPD Assessment optional (charged separately)

  
  

Certification

• Credential: Certified Sacroiliac Joint Specialist (Hesch Sacroiliac Practitioner – HSP)

• Process: Complete course → pass exam (≥75%) → certificate issued immediately in portal; certification valid for 2 years (recertification via Hesch Institute). 

  
  

Accreditation Partners

Delivered in collaboration with PESI and the Hesch Institute. Nexus College Australasia provides CPD verification and certification for the Asia-Pacific region.

Begin your journey today!