Advanced Professional Practice (Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation) PgCert, PgDip and MSc
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-18 | - |
| 2024-09-19 | - |
Program Overview
This 1-year part-time Advanced Professional Practice (Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation) program equips physiotherapists with advanced clinical reasoning, assessment, and evidence-based management skills for treating musculoskeletal patients. It fosters proficiency in writing, analytical, and evaluative skills, preparing graduates for leadership roles in various healthcare settings globally. The program aligns with the NHS England national Advanced Clinical Practice framework, ensuring graduates develop essential skills for advanced clinical practice.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
This Advanced Professional Practice (Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation) course is designed for physiotherapists seeking to advance their skills and expertise in various clinical settings. Through this 1-year part-time program starting in September, you'll gain advanced clinical reasoning skills in assessment and evidence-based management for treating and rehabilitating musculoskeletal patients. The program focuses on developing advanced theoretical and clinical understanding along with enhancing cognitive skills like writing for improved communication with other professionals and research purposes. You'll also hone analytical and evaluative skills to become a competent practitioner and future leader within your field. This course aims to equip physiotherapists with the skills and knowledge required to confidently navigate various global healthcare settings and effectively address the needs of patients with musculoskeletal conditions.
Program objectives:
- Develop advanced clinical reasoning skills in assessment and evidence-based management.
- Enhance knowledge and expertise in treating and rehabilitating musculoskeletal patients.
- Foster proficiency in writing skills for communication and research purposes.
- Hone analytical and evaluative skills for competent clinical practice and leadership potential.
- Become adept at utilizing evidence-based approaches to manage patient care in diverse healthcare settings.
Outline:
Program structure:
- 1-year part-time program starting in September.
- Induction on 18th and 19th September 2024 online.
Program content:
This program follows a patient-centered approach with a strong focus on clinical practice. It incorporates a multidisciplinary perspective essential for advanced clinical practitioners to succeed in various healthcare systems globally. You'll explore a wide range of rehabilitation services and how to enhance service provision and improve patient care and experience in different settings worldwide. Additionally, you'll learn about holistic patient care, clinical leadership skills, and effective utilization of research and evidence-based practice for informed decision-making. This program aligns with the NHS England national Advanced Clinical Practice framework encompassing four main pillars:
- Clinical Practice
- Leadership and Management
- Education
- Research This framework ensures that graduates develop essential skills required by advanced clinical practitioners in various NHS and other clinical environments.
Course schedule:
Year 1:
- Compulsory modules:
- Clinical Leadership
- Teaching and Learning
- Evidence-based Practice & Research
- Optional modules (select to define specialization in MSK rehabilitation):
- Advanced Musculoskeletal Imaging
- Critical Appraisal & Application of Research
- Independent Prescribing
- Pain Science in Rehabilitation
- Sports & Exercise Medicine
- Work-related Upper Limb Disorders & Hand Therapy
Please note:
All modules are subject to change. This program provides a thorough foundation for advanced practice in various settings. You'll gain the necessary skill set to succeed and potentially take on leadership roles within your profession and specialization, while contributing meaningfully to service development, academic research, or education at regional, national, or international levels.
Assessment:
Assessment methods:
This program utilizes diverse assessment methods to gauge student learning, including:
- Examinations
- Critical essays
- Portfolios
- Oral presentations
- Dissertation The specific approach adopted for assessing each module will align with the intended learning outcomes and ensure a balanced evaluation. This assessment strategy aims to assess knowledge, competence, and deeper analytical approaches to learning effectively.
Teaching:
Teaching methods:
This program utilizes diverse teaching methods to engage students actively in their learning. These methods include:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Seminars
- Workshops This approach aims to cater to various learning styles and enhance understanding through active participation.
Faculty:
Students benefit from the expertise of renowned academics from the established health sciences department. The faculty consists of practicing healthcare professionals with extensive clinical and research experience. This ensures students receive relevant and up-to-date knowledge from professionals who understand the demands of the field firsthand. The faculty's involvement in research and professional guideline development further strengthens the program's curriculum, providing students with access to the latest advancements and expert guidance.
Unique teaching characteristics:
- Interdisciplinary perspective through multi-professional learning environment.
- Patient-centered focus with clinical application emphasis.
- Expertise from practicing healthcare professionals and active researchers.
Careers:
Career prospects:
This program prepares you for advanced leadership roles as an MSK rehabilitation professional. Graduates typically progress to senior clinical leadership positions within various healthcare settings. Many assume prominent positions in service development, academic research, or education at regional, national, or international levels. This program equips graduates with the necessary expertise to thrive in a globalized healthcare landscape, offering excellent career progression opportunities in the UK and beyond. The program caters to senior clinicians and clinical leads seeking to advance their clinical careers or venture into leadership, management, or academic and educational pursuits within their specialty.
Other relevant information:
2024/25 UK £11,550 full-time International£24,000 full-time
