The Upper Quadrant module is designed for qualified physiotherapists who have already successfully completed 7HSK0331/0075 (Lower Quadrant – Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) and want to further develop their skills in the management of patients with musculoskeletal dysfunction of the cervicothoracic spine and upper limb. It is an expectation that you will have MSK experience (and an existing caseload) of patients with upper quadrant dysfunction to facilitate application and consolidation of learning and for the assessment process. You will be expected to work together to explore and share your clinical experience.
Module aims
The aim of this module is to build on your existing knowledge and skills, to facilitate a critical approach to musculoskeletal physiotherapy theory and practice, from an evidence-informed perspective and to apply advanced clinical reasoning and practical skills to the assessment and management of upper quadrant dysfunction.
Content
On this course you will explore, debate and share your clinical experiences to illustrate issues of patient assessment and management in the following areas:
Course Notes
Teaching will be a blend of on-line delivery requiring access to a reliable PC & internet connection, plus practical classes that will take place in a newly refurbished laboratory at College Lane Campus, Hatfield. This module is equivalent to 300 hours of student effort including 11 taught days and 1 assessment day.
All applications are considered on a first come, first served basis. Once the module is full the application portal will close, so early application is advised.
Attendance Dates:
All teaching days are normally 9am – 5pm. Students are expected to attend all teaching dates.
Day 1 - Monday 2nd October 2023, (on-line)
Day 2 - Tuesday 3rd October 2023, in-person (on campus)
Day 3 - Tuesday 7th November 2023, in-person (on campus)
Day 4 - Wednesday 8th November 2023, in-person (on campus)
Day 5 - Tuesday 5th December 2023, in-person (on campus)
Day 6 - Wednesday 6th December 2023, in-person (on campus)
Day 7 - Tuesday 16th January 2024, in-person (on campus)
Day 8 - Wednesday 17th January 2024, in-person (on campus)
Day 9 - Tuesday 13th February 2024, in-person (on campus)
Day 10 - Wednesday 14th February 2024, in-person (on campus)
Day 11 - Tuesday 5th March 2024, in-person (on campus)
Assessment Dates:
Essay hand-in date – Tuesday 3rd April 2024 on-line
OSCE assessment date – Tuesday 23rd April 2024, in person on campus (9am to 6pm)
Refer/Defer Assessment Dates:
Essay hand-in date Wednesday 10th July 2024
OSCE assessment date - Monday 22nd July 2024, in person on campus
Qualified Physiotherapists with BSc Honours in Physiotherapy (or equivalent) qualification and at least one year’s post-qualification experience in a musculoskeletal physiotherapy setting, currently working in an appropriate area of practice. Physiotherapists who undertake work-based/clinical skills modules should have HCPC registration (or equivalent). If students are undertaking a Master's Programme normally they will need to successfully complete 7HSK0331/0075 (Lower Quadrant – Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) prior to undertaking this module.
The assessment is a combination of a written essay (submitted on-line) and a practical examination (OSCE) (taken on campus).
Learning Outcomes: Skills and Attributes
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£1650.00
The price quoted above is per 30 credits and relates to students assessed as UK/home self-funded for fee purposes. Prices may differ for students that are assessed as EU Overseas/Overseas. Fees status will normally stay with the student for the remainder of their course. Here you can find further details along with, costs and when your fees need to be paid. You may be able to obtain a Post Graduate student loan, for which you must sign up for the whole MSc programme and not just individual modules or a Post Graduate Diploma, further details can be found at Gov.uk Master’s Loan