Executive Development Programme in Optimizing Hand Therapy Practices
-- viewing nowThe Executive Development Programme in Optimizing Hand Therapy Practices is a comprehensive certificate course designed to enhance the skills of healthcare professionals working in hand therapy. This programme emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice, advanced clinical reasoning, and innovative therapeutic techniques to optimize patient outcomes.
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• Hand Anatomy and Physiology: Understanding the anatomy and physiology of the hand is crucial for optimizing hand therapy practices. This unit covers the bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves of the hand, as well as the vascular and lymphatic systems.
• Assessment Techniques: This unit covers various assessment techniques used in hand therapy, including range of motion, strength, sensation, and functional assessments. It also discusses the importance of patient history and clinical reasoning in the assessment process.
• Clinical Reasoning in Hand Therapy: This unit focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making skills required for effective hand therapy practice. It covers the clinical reasoning process, including problem identification, goal setting, intervention planning, and evaluation.
• Evidence-Based Practice in Hand Therapy: This unit covers the importance of evidence-based practice in hand therapy, including how to locate, evaluate, and apply research evidence to clinical practice. It also discusses the role of clinical expertise and patient values in evidence-based decision-making.
• Hand Therapy Interventions: This unit covers various hand therapy interventions, including exercise prescription, orthotic fabrication, wound management, and scar management. It also discusses the importance of patient education and motivation in the rehabilitation process.
• Upper Extremity Conditions and Injuries: This unit covers common upper extremity conditions and injuries treated in hand therapy, including fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, nerve injuries, and arthritis. It also discusses the latest treatment approaches and research findings for each condition.
• Pediatric Hand Therapy: This unit covers the unique considerations and challenges of pediatric hand therapy, including developmental considerations, play-based interventions, and family-centered care.
• Hand Therapy in the Workplace: This unit covers the role of hand therapy in occupational health and safety, including workplace assessments, ergonomic interventions, and return-to
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- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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