BEGINS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 6TH, 2027
Core Concepts of OMT is an introductory training program designed to provide clinicians with a strong, structured foundation in orofacial myofunctional therapy. This course blends theory with practical application to support the development of clinical confidence and competence in OMT principles and treatment approaches.
Delivered over 12 weeks, the program combines self-paced online learning with guided instruction and live virtual clinical support, creating a balanced and supportive learning experience for busy healthcare professionals.
What to Expect:
- 12-week structured introductory course designed for progressive learning and clinical integration.
- Online, self-paced video modules for flexible study.
- 50 hours of comprehensive recorded lectures covering core concepts in OMT and clinical application.
- 12 live virtual weekly content-review sessions Wednesday evenings at 7pm (EST Standard time) to review material, discuss cases, and support integration into practice, ongoing guidance and clarification. All sessions recorded for ongoing access.
- Interactive clinical learning, including exposure to recorded live patient sessions for observational learning and clinical reasoning development.
- Downloadable resources, handouts, and practical tools for clinical use
- Guest experts from multiple healthcare disciplines. Live sessions, case study presentations and guest speakers.
- Access to a private online community of peers and mentors for collaboration and support
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Real patient case studies and clinical presentations.
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 10 hours of patient therapy sessions
70+ exercise demonstration videos.
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 Immediate access to the TIED 2 MYO Community
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 Monthly Case & Coffee clinical discussion and support. Opportunities to bring your own cases and questions
Graduate With:
- Certificate of Completion – Core Concepts in OMT
- Foundational clinical skills to begin integrating OMT into practice with confidence
- ELIGIBLE FOR IAOM CERTIFICATION Upon successful completion, you will have completed 50 educational hours and will be eligible for enrollment toward certification through the International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM).
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COURSE CONTENT INCLUDES:
WHAT'S INSIDE THE 12-WEEK CORE CONCEPTS PROGRAM?
This program is designed to go beyond theory.
You’ll learn how to understand, assess and begin integrating myofunctional therapy into your clinical care — while developing the clinical reasoning needed to recognize functional concerns and determine when collaboration or referral is appropriate.
MODULE 1 — Introduction to Myofunctional Therapy
- Understand the foundations of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
- Recognize common myofunctional disorders and dysfunctions
- Understand the connection between oral function, breathing, airway health and development
- Identify how oral habits can impact swallowing, facial development and function
- Explore the relationship between myofunctional therapy, speech and swallowing
- Begin recognizing signs of dysfunction in everyday dental interactions
MODULE 2 — Dental Anatomy & Development
- Review key dental, intraoral and extraoral landmarks
- Understand orofacial muscles and relevant cranial nerves
- Recognize common tongue conditions and variations
- Understand how structure, posture and muscle function influence airway health
- Explore early development and breastfeeding in relation to oral function
- Learn about infant motor development, milestones and primitive reflexes
MODULE 3 — Oral Ties & Functional Restrictions
- Understand lingual, labial, buccal and mandibular restrictions
- Learn why function — not appearance alone — is essential when assessing oral ties
- Recognize compensatory patterns associated with restrictions
- Understand the functional impact of tongue and lip restrictions
- Learn the importance of pre- and post-release myofunctional therapy
- Review real frenectomy cases and outcomes
- Explore collaboration between release providers and myofunctional therapists
MODULE 4 — Intake & Clinical Consultation
- Conduct an effective patient intake and consultation
- Develop stronger clinical questioning and communication skills
- Identify concerns requiring further assessment or referral
- Analyze patient histories, documentation and clinical findings
- Recognize patterns of airway, oral habit and muscular dysfunction
- Develop clinical reasoning through real patient case studies
MODULE 5 — Clinical Functional Assessment
- Complete a comprehensive functional assessment
- Use standardized documentation and clinical photography
- Observe and interpret real patient assessments
- Assess virtual patients using clinical documentation and visual records
- Analyze swallowing patterns through real patient videos
- Learn TRMR measurement and classification of tongue restrictions
- Connect clinical findings to functional concerns and treatment planning
MODULE 6 — Collaborative Approach to Care
- Understand the importance of interdisciplinary care
- Build a functional healthcare team around your patients
- Learn how bodywork can support posture, mobility, breathing and muscular balance
- Understand the roles of osteopaths, physiotherapists, pedorthists and chiropractors
- Develop a more comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care
MODULE 7 — Treatment Planning & Presentation
- Turn assessment findings into a structured treatment plan
- Identify key areas of dysfunction and prioritize treatment goals
- Develop appropriate recommendations and referrals
- Confidently present findings and recommendations to patients
- Understand informed consent and financial agreements
- Learn foundational billing considerations
- Discover practical strategies for integrating myofunctional therapy into your practice
MODULE 8 — Therapy Program Development + 10 Hours of Patient Sessions
- Structure a complete myofunctional therapy program
- Understand active vs. passive exercises
- Build programs based on age, function and individual patient needs
- Modify programs for tongue and lip tie patients
- Explore therapy tools and supportive appliances
- Understand appointment structure, documentation and progress tracking
- Observe multiple real patient therapy sessions
- Learn to troubleshoot and modify exercises
- Understand progress reviews, maintenance and discharge considerations
MODULE 9 — Myofunctional Exercise Review
- Understand the purpose and application of foundational exercises
- Develop nasal breathing and breathing awareness
- Establish proper tongue resting posture
- Improve tongue mobility, coordination, strength and endurance
- Strengthen lip seal, tone and mobility
- Address facial and buccal musculature
- Support oropharyngeal function and airway stability
- Improve chewing and swallowing function
- Access a library of 70+ exercise demonstration videos
MODULE 10 — Frenectomy Protocols
- Learn structured pre- and post-frenectomy protocols
- Understand lingual and labial release preparation
- Learn pre- and post-release stretches
- Understand post-operative care and healing considerations
- Review labial, buccal and lingual rehabilitation exercises
- Understand how therapy supports healing, mobility and functional integration
- Observe recorded patient sessions throughout the frenectomy process
MODULE 11 — Therapy Essentials: Airway, Breathing & Sleep
- Understand nasal breathing vs. chronic mouth breathing
- Recognize the functional impact of mouth breathing
- Explore strategies to support nasal airflow and manage congestion
- Recognize signs of sleep-disordered breathing in children and adults
- Understand the relationship between sleep, airway function, development and wellness
- Learn about sleep testing and interdisciplinary sleep care
- Understand foundational Buteyko breathing principles
- Explore breathing retraining strategies that can complement myofunctional therapy
