Master's Degree Rehabilitation science for healthcare professionals

Program Overview

The Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Science for Healthcare Professionals at UniSR University Vita-Salute San Raffaele is a two-year program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to work as physiotherapists. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical placements to prepare students for a successful career in physiotherapy. Graduates are in high demand due to the increasing need for physiotherapists to help people with motor impairments improve their quality of life.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

• The Master's Degree in Rehabilitation science for healthcare professionals at UniSR University Vita-Salute San Raffaele is a two-year, 120 ECTS program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work as physiotherapists.
• Physiotherapists treat motor function conditions and the pain symptoms of the musculoskeletal system using therapeutic exercise, the application of physical devices, and manual techniques.
• The program's primary mission is to improve the quality of life of patients with motor impairments by minimizing their disability.

Objectives:

• To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the basic and clinical sciences relevant to physiotherapy, including physiology, pathophysiology, movement, and rehabilitation techniques.
• To develop students' skills in functional assessments, physiotherapy treatments, and treatment evaluation.
• To prepare students for a career as a physiotherapist in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centers.

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, and clinical placements.
• Lectures provide students with the theoretical foundation of physiotherapy, while tutorials and practical sessions allow them to apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
• Clinical placements give students the opportunity to work with patients under the supervision of experienced physiotherapists.

Faculty:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced physiotherapists and researchers.
• Faculty members are actively involved in research and clinical practice, which ensures that students are exposed to the latest advances in the field.

Unique Approaches:

• The program has a strong focus on evidence-based practice.
• Students are taught to critically evaluate research findings and apply them to their clinical practice.
• The program also emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, which is essential for providing comprehensive care to patients with motor impairments.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Graduates of the program can work as physiotherapists in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and sports medicine facilities.
• They can also work as researchers or educators in the field of physiotherapy.

Opportunities:

• Graduates of the program are in high demand due to the increasing need for physiotherapists to help people with motor impairments improve their quality of life.
• There are many opportunities for career advancement, including specialization in a particular area of physiotherapy, such as sports physiotherapy or neurorehabilitation.

Outcomes:

• Graduates of the program are well-prepared for a successful career as a physiotherapist.
• They have the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to provide high-quality care to patients with motor impairments.