General Questions

  • Who are UP Edu and Universal Practice?

    UP Edu (pronounced "Up E.D.U") is the education arm of Universal Practice, delivering evidence-informed professional development for movement-based health professionals. Universal Practice is a Melbourne-based physiotherapy and allied health business known for combining clinical rigour with practical, real-world application.

  • Who are UP Edu courses designed for?

    Our courses are designed for movement-based health professionals who prescribe and coach exercise, and want a deeper, more usable understanding of how to apply it in practice. Depending on the course, this can include physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, and exercise science professionals. We also welcome allied health degree students who are approaching or completing their final year of study.

  • What prerequisites do I need to enrol?

    The prerequisite across all our courses is tertiary-level anatomy study. Some courses may have additional prerequisites, which will be listed on the relevant course page.

  • Are UP Edu courses accredited, and what does accreditation mean?

    Our Clinical Mat & Reformer Pilates course syllabus was accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council in 2018. Accreditation means the course has been formally reviewed against an external set of standards, and recognised as meeting those requirements.

  • Do UP Edu courses count towards CPD, and do I receive a certificate?

    Yes. UP Edu courses count towards CPD, and you will receive a certificate of completion. Your certificate will include the stated course hours.

  • I am still a student, can i enrol?

    We welcome final year students who are completing a tertiary health profession qualification. If you are unsure, feel free to email us [email protected]

In-person Course Questions

  • Do you offer early bird pricing?

    Yes. Early bird pricing is available until one month before the in-person course start date. Visit the information page of the course to source the early bird coupon code, which you can use at checkout.

  • Do you offer payment plans?

    Yes. You can choose to pay the course fee in 2 equal instalments over 2 consecutive months. Early bird pricing still applies, and will be deducted from your first payment. If the in-person course is commencing in one month or less, payment in full is required. If you are purchasing on behalf of someone else, eg for your employee, payment in full is required.

  • Can I pay on behalf of someone else?

    Yes. If you wish to purchase the course for someone else, eg for your employee or as a gift, please tick the 'This is a gift' box at checkout. You will be prompted to enter the name and email of the person you are purchasing for. You can also include a small custom message. The person will be emailed with course access details. Please note, gift purchases must be paid for in full (instalments are not available) and you can still access early bird pricing.

  • What should I bring or wear for the practical intensive?

    Wear comfortable clothing you can move in, and bring a water bottle and anything you like to take notes with. A manual will be provided on the first day of your practical, which you are welcome to take notes in. If there’s anything else required for your intake, we’ll confirm it in your pre-course email.

  • Do I need prior Pilates experience to attend?

    No prior Pilates experience is required for our foundational mat and reformer courses. These courses are designed to build your understanding from foundational principles through to practical application, assuming tertiary-level anatomy knowledge. Some of our more advanced courses require foundational knowledge in pilates; this will be specified on the course details page

  • Will the course cover clinical reasoning and exercise prescription?

    Yes. A key focus is clinical reasoning, movement analysis, and exercise prescription, so you can choose, modify and progress exercises with clear intent.

  • Is there a limit on class size?

    Yes. The cap for the in-person Clinical Mat & Reformer Pilates course is 26 participants.

  • What is included in the course manual, and when will I receive it?

    The manual includes written content plus exercise breakdowns and analysis, including cueing, modifications, progressions and prescription guidance. You will receive it upon arrival at your in-person intensive.

  • What is your cancellation, refund and transfer policy?

    You can view our Cancellation Policy by clicking the link at the bottom of the course information page, or by visiting https://education.universalpractice.com.au/pages/cancellation-policy


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