Musculoskeletal Management of the Upper Quadrant
Introduction
This module is aimed at physiotherapists specialising in musculoskeletal conditions particularly working with upper limb rehabilitation. These aims are in line with the requirements for membership of the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists.
Benefits of taking the module
The aims of the module are to enhance your expertise and innovative management of neuro-musculoskeletal dysfunctions of the upper quadrant and to develop your advanced clinical skills within neuro-musculoskeletal conditions of the upper quadrant.
What you learn will be supported by face to face teaching sessions including workshops and practical sessions. In order to prepare for the teaching sessions learning materials and specific tasks will be delivered via distance learning.
General areas covered
- Critically evaluate and reflect on comprehensive management of upper quadrant neuro-musculoskeletal dysfunctions and its impact upon therapeutic services
- Critically evaluate and reflect on the theory and evidence that underpins and challenges contemporary concepts of neuro-musculoskeletal management, and clinical practice
- Demonstrate your ability to use advanced clinical skills for the upper quadrant and critically justify and reflect on their application within clinical practice
Skills gained for the workplace
You will develop your practice in line with requirements for registration with the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MACP). You will be able to pass on your gained knowledge to others, improving overall effectiveness and patient outcome.
The MACP is the UK based specialist interest group within the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT).
Fees and Funding for 2023/24
| Indicative price for stand-alone module |
Home student: £1,655 EU / International students: £2,735 - this is part-time study and therefore cannot provide sponsorship for Tier 4. |
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| How to apply |
To apply for a self-funded place, please complete and return the application form below: To apply for a Workforce Development / Workforce Transformation funding WDF/WTF funded place, please complete and return the relevant application form below Further information and Workforce Development Funding / CPD Funding online application form |
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Entry requirements
- BSc Hons Physiotherapy with at least 2 years recent post graduate clinical experience in neuro-musculoskeletal practice
- Where English is not your first language you must supply IELTS scores
The above must be evidenced in your application form
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Attendance
Delivery Method:
This module is delivered at our Collegiate Crescent Campus
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Provisional timetable
The next available intake starts September 2024. Below are the teaching dates:
- 19th September 24
- 20th September 24
- 10th October 24
- 11th October 24
- 6th November 24
- 7th November 24
- 8th November 24
- 4th December 24
- 5th December 24
- 6th December 24
Assessments are 2nd January 2025
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Assessment
Module assessment is made up of one or more assessment tasks. The assessment task(s) for this module are:
- Written Assignment
Successful completion of this module will earn you 30 level 7 credits
Further details
For further information please contact the module leader Joe Palmer - j.palmer1@shu.ac.uk or contact the student experience team: