Musculoskeletal Practice in Primary Care

Program Overview

The Musculoskeletal Practice in Primary Care program prepares experienced practitioners for First Contact Musculoskeletal Practice roles. Through blended learning, it equips graduates with knowledge, skills, and experience to manage complex musculoskeletal conditions in primary and community care settings. The program emphasizes critical thinking, inter-professional collaboration, and continuous professional development, aligning with HEE FCP/ACP Roadmap Stage 1 requirements.

Program Outline

Degree Overview: Musculoskeletal Practice in Primary Care

Overview:

This postgraduate course is designed to prepare experienced musculoskeletal practitioners from various disciplines for transitioning into First Contact Musculoskeletal Practice (FCMP) roles within primary and/or community care settings. The curriculum aligns with the HEE FCP/ACP Roadmap Stage 1 requirements, paving the way for graduates to seek recognition as FCPs upon successful completion of the course and the Stage 2 requirements.

Objectives:

• Equip MSK practitioners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to manage complex clinical scenarios involving musculoskeletal conditions.
• Foster critical thinking and complex clinical reasoning abilities.
• Enhance inter-professional collaboration and communication skills.
• Facilitate the development of work-based learning strategies and cultivate self-reflection for continuous professional development.

Description:

The Musculoskeletal Practice in Primary Care program comprises a blended learning approach, incorporating online resources, interactive face-to-face sessions, seminars, and work-based learning opportunities. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and lifelong learning, fostering both professional and personal growth.

Outcome:

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to effectively manage a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions in primary and/or community care settings. They will be prepared to assume FCMP roles, collaborating effectively within inter-professional teams and contributing to improved patient outcomes.

Outline:

Content:

The program delves into various aspects of musculoskeletal practice, including:

• Telehealth and Remote Consultations: The course explores the use of telehealth and remote consultation services in musculoskeletal care, covering topics such as digital capabilities framework, professional standards, and considerations for setting up and conducting remote consultations.
• Assessment and Treatment Planning: In-depth exploration of assessment techniques, treatment planning strategies, and considerations for managing complex clinical scenarios.
• Audit and Quality Improvement: Understanding the role of audit in evaluating and improving the quality of musculoskeletal care, including audit standards, frameworks, and implementation strategies.

Structure:

However, it is mentioned that the program comprises 10 weeks of blended learning, suggesting a structured schedule with a combination of online activities and on-campus sessions.

Modules:

The program includes three modules, each focusing on specific aspects of musculoskeletal practice:

• Module 1: Initiatives Supporting Telehealth - This module delves into the various initiatives and frameworks supporting telehealth implementation in musculoskeletal care.
• Module 3: The Use of Audit as Part of Remote Consultations - This module explores the role of audit in evaluating and improving the quality of remote musculoskeletal care services.

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning outcomes, including:

• Written assignments
• Case studies
• Presentations
• Portfolios
However, it can be inferred that assessments will

UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man Total Cost | £1,800 International Total Cost | £2,862