Certification as “Specialist in Craniofacial Therapy”(two levels)

The physical therapists, speech therapists and dentists listed on the CRAFTA^® website have successfully completed one of the CRAFTA^® certification pathways and passed the corresponding examinations.

The CRAFTA^® examination consists of questions from the fields of anatomy, pathology, dentistry nomenclature, pain physiology, cognitive behavioral therapy, neurodynamics, neurological examination, clinical reasoning, phylo- and ontogenesis, clinimetrics and documentation of clinical patterns, as well as physical examinations and treatment strategies for the temporomandibular and craniofacial region based on evidence-based medicine.

The aim of the CRAFTA^® certification system is to ensure high quality standards in the clinical application of craniofacial therapy.

Levels of Expertise

CRAFTA^® recognizes two levels of professional expertise.

CRAFTA^® Foundation Practitioner (CFP)

After completing the CRAFTA^® Foundation Course, participants may take the online written examination. Upon successfully passing this exam, they receive the professional status of CRAFTA^® Foundation Practitioner (CFP).

Therapists at this level have demonstrated competence in the assessment, treatment and management of general neuromusculoskeletal disorders of the head, face and cervical region, using evidence-based clinical reasoning and the CRAFTA^® clinical framework.

CRAFTA^® Master Practitioner (CMP)

The CRAFTA^® Master Practitioner (CMP) represents the highest level of certification within the CRAFTA^® educational system.

Therapists who achieve this level have completed the entire CRAFTA^® educational program and passed the final examination, which includes both theoretical and practical components. They are qualified as craniofacial-cervical specialists and receive the professional title CRAFTA^® Specialized Therapist.

After successfully passing the examination, therapists are entitled to use the CRAFTA^® trademarks as part of their professional qualification and may be listed on the CRAFTA^® website under “Find a CRAFTA^® Specialist.”

Quality Assurance and Continuing Education

The CRAFTA^® Master certification system also serves as a quality assurance mechanism for patients and for interdisciplinary collaboration with other healthcare professionals. To maintain certification, therapists are required to participate in continuing professional development, such as advanced courses and continuing education activities within the CRAFTA^® accreditation system.

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