Q: What does BWKE mean?

BWKE stands for Movement, Perception and Communication as a Unit – an integrated, kinaesthetics-oriented movement concept for nursing, therapy and rehabilitation.

Question 1

What does BWKE mean?

Accepted Answer

BWKE stands for Movement, Perception and Communication as a Unit – an integrated, kinaesthetics-oriented movement concept for nursing, therapy and rehabilitation.

Question 2

What does the BWKE course cover?

Accepted Answer

Ways to achieve gentle mobilisation with people who have movement and perception impairments, the use of patients' own resources, and the prevention of overload for carers and therapists.

Question 3

How long is the course?

Accepted Answer

24 teaching units over 3 days; in-depth parts, e.g. on specialised positioning or rehabilitation, are possible.

Question 4

What is the BWKE concept based on?

Accepted Answer

The curriculum is based on over two decades of experience as a certified kinaesthetics trainer in acute, intensive and long-term care as well as in rehabilitation and prevention.

Question 5

How do completion and certification work?

Accepted Answer

BWKE certificate of participation from CareLend-Bildung / Mitteldeutsche BewegungsSchule after active participation in the course.

Question 6

Where does the course take place?

Accepted Answer

Feldstr. 4a, 06667 Weißenfels or, by arrangement, at your facility nationwide (in-house).

Question 7

Are there registration deadlines?

Accepted Answer

Registration deadline: 8 weeks before the course starts. Cancellation: 2 weeks before the course starts.

Question 8

How long is each day's teaching?

Accepted Answer

8 teaching units plus breaks, usually 8:15–15:15.

Question 9

Who is the BWKE course for?

Accepted Answer

For nursing staff, physiotherapists, specialists in rehabilitation and prevention as well as family carers – regardless of age.

Question 10

What language level do I need?

Accepted Answer

At least B1, ideally B2.

Question 11

What sets your service apart?

Accepted Answer

Decades of experience in acute and long-term care, practical supervision and the qualification of international nursing staff as well as specialists in rehabilitation and prevention.

Question 12

Can I find accommodation in Weißenfels?

Accepted Answer

We help you find accommodation.

Question 13

Is there an age limit?

Accepted Answer

No. Kinaesthetic work benefits people of any age – ageing with dignity applies to both professional and private life.

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