Interactive Metronome for Pediatrics & Adults Course Materials

Virtual Certification Course Materials: Public Course (Version 10.L)

IMPORTANT! MUST READ IMMEDIATELY!

If you will be using your own IM Pro equipment (NOT Loaner Equipment) during the course and are on a previous version of IM Pro Universe (9.0 or 9.1), you must provide us the Serial # for your MCU (Blue & White IM Pro box). You will not be able to participate in this course if we do not receive this information.

Please email support@interactivemetronome.com the following information:

  • Registered Participant’s Name

  • Course Date

  • MCU Serial #

    *NOTE – YOUR MCU MUST BE CONNECTED TO OBTAIN THIS INFORMATION

    How to locate your serial # from the IM Pro 9.0 & 9.1 software

          1. Open your IM Pro Software
          2. Plug in your MCU* (Blue & White IM Pro Box) *Your serial # will not populate unless your MCU is plugged in.
          3. Select “Options” from the Main Navigation
          4. Choose “Authorize Hours”
          5. Your Serial # will Start with “NBB” and Appear on the Next Screen

If you have received IM loaner equipment, you may ignore this step.

Course Agenda

Total TimeDescription
1 hour, 30 minutes

*IMPORTATNT: To be completed at least 2 business days BEFORE the course begins. NO EXCEPTIONS
Homework: Pre-Course Lab- Introduction and Science

*You MUST complete the pre-course homework at least 2 business prior to the course. This allows time for troubleshooting with Technical Support, if needed.
30 minutes Registration, Software Installation and Equipment Set-Up Help
30 minutesCourse Begins: Instructor Introduction, CE Disclosure and Meet & Greet
45 minutesTech Hour: WebEx, Hardware Set-Up and Software Set-Up
15 minutesBreak
30 minutesResearch, Case Discussion and IM Assessments
1 hour, 30 minutesSoftware Features and Software Feedback Tutorial
30 minutesLunch Break
1 hour, 30 minutesIM Assessment, IM Training Phase 1 & 2 Instruction and Labs
45 minutesIM Training Phase 3 Instruction and Labs
15 minutes Break
45 minutesIM Training Phase 4 Instruction and Labs
15 minutesClosing Thoughts and Post-Test
Total Live Course Time: 7.5 hours*Includes 1 hour for breaks. Does not include registration time.
Total Course CEUs: 8 Contact HoursOnDemand Content=1.5 hours • Live Content=6.5 hours

**It’s imperative that you complete each of the steps below in order.**

Be prepared! Print out pre-course and day of course materials prior to the course.

Many of the course handouts are long documents (over 30 pages). Please ensure that you have plenty of paper and ink for printing.

Please contact us with any questions, comments, or concerns throughout your certification:
Support Hours:
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.EST

Interactive Metronome, Inc.
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Sunrise, FL 33323

Phone: 954-385-4660
Fax: 954-385-4674

Clinical Support:
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Education Support:
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Technical Support:
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1) Pre-course Lab

Watch/Listen to: IM Introduction and Science Module (45 minutes)

Pre-Course materials contain the following files:

  • Pre-Course Lab Audio Only MP3
  • Pre-Course Lab Video
  • Pre-Course Powerpoint File
  • Pre-Course PowerPoint PDF Printout

2) Equipment & Software Setup

You MUST complete this step PRIOR to the live course date.

You will be using the IM Pro equipment and software during your course. It is imperative you download the software and test the equipment before the live course date. This will ensure the course remains on time with the agenda. Follow the Equipment Set-Up instructions, which can be found in the link below.

Please note, the IM Pro 10.L software requires your IM username & password to authenticate the license. This is located at the top of your registration email.

Please contact support@interactivemetronome.com if you incur any issues or need assistance.

3) Day of Course

Course PowerPoint & Videos

Day of Course Materials link includes the following files:

  • Day of Course Powerpoint (PPTX File)
  • Day of Course PowerPoint PDF Printout
  • Appendix PDF
  • Day of Course Videos

Exercise #1 - Both Hands

Stand with both hands comfortably in front of your torso area and several inches apart from each other. On the beat, clap lightly, and then continue simultaneously moving your hands around in opposite circular motions, allowing them to come together exactly in the middle of the circle on each consecutive beat. Do not stop the motion after each clap, for it should be continuous.

Exercise #2 - Right Hand

Stand with your right arm hanging down several inches from your right side. On the beat, tap the trigger against your side and then around in a circular motion to tap your side again on each consecutive beat. This motion should be continuous and fluid, not jerky, back and forth, or ballistic.

Exercise #3 - Left Hand

Stand with your left arm hanging down several inches from your left side. On the beat, tap the trigger against your side and then around in a circular motion to tap your side again on each consecutive beat. This motion should be continuous and fluid, not jerky, back and forth, or ballistic.

Exercise #4 - Both Toes

Stand facing the foot trigger with both feet a few inches back from it. On the beat, smoothly tap the toes of your right foot on the trigger and then return them to the starting position. On the next beat, repeat this motion with the toes of your left foot. The alternating motions should be continuous for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #5 - Right Toe

Stand facing the foot trigger with the heel of your right foot planted and the toes hovering slightly above the trigger. Your left foot should remain firmly planted a few inches back from the foot trigger. On the beat, tap the trigger with the toes of your right foot and then return them to the hovering position. Continue this motion for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #6 - Left Toe

Stand facing the foot trigger with the heel of your left foot planted and the toes hovering slightly above the trigger. Your right foot should remain firmly planted a few inches back from the foot trigger. On the beat, tap the trigger with the toes of your left foot and then return them to the hovering position. Continue this motion for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #7 - Both Heels

Stand facing away from the foot trigger and a few inches away from it. On the beat, smoothly tap your right heel on the trigger, and then return it to the starting position. On the next beat, repeat this motion with the left heel. The alternating motions should be continuous for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #8 - Right Heel

Stand facing away from the foot trigger with the toes of your right foot planted and the heel hovering slightly above the trigger. Your left foot should remain firmly planted a few inches away from the foot trigger. On the beat, tap the trigger with your right heel and then return it to the hovering position. Continuing this motion for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #9 - Left Heel

Stand facing away from the foot trigger with the toes of your left foot planted and the heel hovering slightly above the trigger. The right foot should remain firmly planted a few inches away from the foot trigger. On the beat, tap the trigger with your left heel and then return it to the hovering position. Continuing this motion for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #10 - Right Hand/Left Toe

Stand facing the foot trigger and a few inches away from it with your right arm hanging down several inches from your right side. Place your left foot with the heel planted and the toes hovering slightly above the trigger. On the beat, tap the hand trigger against your right side, and on the next beat, tap the foot trigger with the toes of your left foot. To keep the motion fluid, sway back and forth. Continue this alternating motion for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #11 - Left Hand/Right Toe

Stand facing the foot trigger and a few inches away from it with your left arm hanging down several inches from your left side. Place your right foot with the heel planted and the toes hovering slightly above the trigger. On the beat, tap the hand trigger against your left side, and on the next beat, tap the foot trigger with the toes of your right foot. To keep the motion fluid, sway back and forth. Continue this alternating motion for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #12 - Balance Right Foot, Tap Left Toe

Stand balancing on your right foot while holding your left foot a few inches above the foot trigger. On the beat, tap the toes of your left foot on the foot trigger and then return them to the starting position. You may bend the knee of the tapping foot but do not bend the ankle. Try not to hold anything unless you lose balance. Continue this motion for each consecutive beat.

Exercise #13 - Balance Left Foot, Tap Right Toe

Stand balancing on your left foot while holding your right foot a few inches above the foot trigger. On the beat, tap the toes of your right foot on the foot trigger and then return them to the starting position. You may bend the knee of the tapping foot, but do not bend the ankle. Try not to hold on to anything unless you lose balance. Continue this motion for each consecutive beat.

Optional Printouts: Additional Tools & Materials

*Course Disclosure: You must pass the post test and complete the evaluation to receive your Certificate.

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