Microcredential Rehabilitation & Technology: The Basis

Starts on 16.09.2024

Physiotherapie

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Tags: kinesitherapie, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, rehabilitation, revalidatie, technology, anatomy, diagnostic imaging

Description

Rehabilitation Technology includes devices and systems designed to prevent or help individuals recover from physical, mental, or cognitive impairments. If necessary, these technologies aim to restore function, improve mobility, and enhance the quality of life for individuals undergoing rehabilitation.

Human Sustainable Technology refers to technologies and programs that are designed to maintain and improve human capital. The goal is to ensure that individuals have the resources and support needed to thrive and contribute effectively to society.

Integration of Rehabilitation and Human Sustainability with a focus on creating patient-centered technologies that also contribute to human capital development. This means developing devices and systems that not only aid in rehabilitation but also support long-term health.

Curious about the Postgraduate programme? You can find it here.

Admission requirements

  • A secondary school diploma
  • Good ICT skills
  • A healthy dose of interest in programming and computer science

Courses

One of the objectives of this micro-credential is that the student is becoming acquainted with, and will learn how to use technology to measure, analyse and objectify functional capacity e.g. to measure position, motion-range, movement, activity (gait) and speed, use this data for analysis, clinical reasoning, diagnosis and prognosis. The student will learn of advanced technologies and golden standards and the flaws of wearables and easy- accessible tools for physiotherapists.

Next to this the micro-credential also focusses on musculoskeletal complaints, advanced anatomy, diagnostic imaging, the related medical engineering behind the imaging and the analysis of the results. We will link both parts using clinical case studies and this evidence based clinical reasoning will be used to structure and guide student's trough both modules within this micro-credential.

Through case studies, we will also provide an introduction in the thought process regarding user centered technology.

Introduction of technology in physiotherapy 1 (10 ECTS)
Musculoskeletal imaging, analysis and model building in clinical reasoning part 1 (6 ECTS)

The programme is organised in the first semester

The micro-credential consists of 16 credits

Micro-credentials

What are micro-credentials?

Micro-credentials are small academic-level courses that focus on specific competencies. They often consist of one or a few courses, or parts of them, that are usually also taught in a university undergraduate or graduate program. Usually the classes are taught for a few hours spread over one semester or one academic year. They are literally 'micro courses'.

If you pass the micro-credential, you receive a certificate as proof that you have acquired the competencies. So you also acquire real official credits. This is where micro-credentials differ from other continuing education courses, study days or lectures. The credits and competencies you obtain with a micro-credential are recognized in your further career, also internationally, and can for example lead to exemptions from continuing education at other institutions and organizations.

Micro-credentials are important for lifelong learning. After all, in our rapidly changing society, it is essential that everyone continues to work on renewing their own competencies. Obtaining a diploma is not the end of learning, but rather the beginning. Micro-credentials are blocks that you can stack and combine throughout your life and career to further direct your own pathway.

There are several advantages to taking micro-credentials. They are short courses and they are specific, teaching you only what you need to further your education or specialization. In addition, the certificate guarantees your acquired competencies and the credits are transferable and often recognized abroad. You can also endlessly combine and stack micro-credentials according to your needs and interests. They are a great asset on your CV.

Are classes compatible with work and personal life?

We put maximum effort into blended education, a combination of online classes and classes on campus. This way, students don't necessarily have to be on campus if they don't need to, but we also believe in the added value of physical teaching moments. Usually classes are taught for a few hours spread over one semester or one academic year. If there is mandatory attendance for a particular course, it will be clearly communicated in advance. You can always view the class schedules for the current academic year. In the class schedule you can find out whether a course is online, on-campus or via lecture recordings. If a course does not appear in the timetable, it can be followed via recordings. The best way to view the schedule is on a course-by-course basis. That way you can estimate whether it can be combined.

Documents needed

What documents do you need to follow this micro-credential? Find out here!

Deadlines

Check here when you can register for the next academic year at the latest.

Cost

All information about the cost of this micro-credential can be found here.

You enrol to this micro-credential by way of permanent training

Contact our micro-credential coordinator

Daytime and evening classes

You can take this course in a blended programme of daytime and evening classes. Some lessons will also be pre-recorded so you can watch them at your own pace. Working sessions will only be live to practice your skills. Next to this you will need to practice at your own pace without guidance to be able to follow the proceedings of the course.

Any questions?

Do you have questions or do you want more information about this micro-credential? Feel free to contact Prof. Dr. Matthias Eggermont.

More info on the VUB website

Type:
Short- en long-term programmes, Micro-credentials
Area of interest:
Physiotherapie
Language:
EN
Academic year:
2024 - 2025
Starting date:
16.09.2024
Contact person:
matthias.eggermont@vub.be
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