Olav Gjelsvik Memorial Award
Olav Gjelsvik was an IBITA Instructor and close friend and associate of the members of BBTA. In recognition of this relationship and his interest in the education and development of therapists working in the field of neurological rehabilitation the Olav Gjelsvik Memorial Award was established in 2008.
The Olav Gjelsvik Memorial Award will be financed by the British Bobath Tutors Association to provide £500 towards attendance at a BBTA Advanced Bobath Course.
Retrospective applications for funding cannot be considered.
An individual may receive only one award.
To be eligible for consideration applicants must:
- Be a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist and be HPC registered or equivalent
- Be working in the United Kingdom or Ireland
- Have clinical responsibility for adults with neurological conditions
- Have completed a Basic Bobath Course
Application Criteria and Selection Process
Applicants must complete the appropriate application form in full and are to provide:
- A copy of your curriculum vitae with details of your postgraduate education
- A supporting statement (maximum 250 words minimum font size 12) to outline how attendance on a BBTA Advanced Bobath Course would influence:
- Your personal and professional development
- Your clinical application and understanding of the Bobath Concept
- Your career progression / professional standing
- The further education and development of others
- A reference from your manager in support of your application
Applications must be submitted by 30th September to:
BBTA
PO Box 564
York
YO30 1WY
The award will be finalised by 1st December.
A single award of £500.00 will be made available to the successful applicant.
The successful applicant will be notified in writing.
