Program Overview

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Musculoskeletal Injection Therapy

This module focuses on the development of knowledge, advanced reasoning, and practical skills pertaining to the use of joint and soft tissue injections in the management of upper and lower limb musculoskeletal conditions.

About

The module aims to address the training needs of health professionals working in musculoskeletal medicine. It is ideally suited to doctors working in orthopaedic, rheumatology, sports medicine, and general practice settings, as well as allied health professionals such as physiotherapists and nurses working in advanced practice/musculoskeletal triage roles.

Skills and Knowledge

Upon completion of this module, participants will gain skills in:

• The injection of specific peripheral joint and soft tissue structures
• Knowledge of safety, legal, and professional issues
• The ability to appraise relevant scientific literature pertaining to the use of injection therapy in musculoskeletal conditions
• Indications for the use of injection therapy in the management of musculoskeletal conditions

Suitable for

This course is suitable for:

• Doctors working in orthopaedic, rheumatology, sports medicine, and general practice settings
• Allied health professionals, such as physiotherapists and nurses, working in advanced practice/musculoskeletal triage roles

What You Will Learn

The module covers:

• Review of relevant musculoskeletal anatomy
• Principles of injection therapy techniques
• Clinical decision-making
• Pharmacology of joint and soft tissue injection therapy
• Professional, legal, and safety issues
• Appraisal of research evidence

Course Information

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning in relation to the rationale for and evaluation of injection therapy in the management of musculoskeletal conditions
• Demonstrate knowledge of the evidence base for the use of injection therapy as a singular or adjunctive therapy
• Demonstrate safe, effective, and competent practice in the technical application of injection therapy
• Understand the ethical, legal, health, and safety issues regarding the use of injection therapy

Schedule

The module comprises four onsite days over two months, along with additional online materials.

Assessment Format

• 2,500-word written assignment related to musculoskeletal injection therapy (40%)
• Practice placement portfolio (2,000 words) demonstrating evidence of clinical reasoning related to the use of injection therapy (60%)

Accreditation and Recognition

RCSI is a recognized University of the National University of Ireland (NUI). Recognition by Ministries and bodies in other jurisdictions must be determined by the individual applicants.

Admissions

Entry Requirements

This module is ideally suited to doctors and allied health professionals working in specific settings. Applicants must demonstrate proof of registration with their registration/professional bodies, provide evidence of currently appropriate indemnity insurance, and provide written evidence of an agreement with a mentor/supervisor for the learning in-practice components of the course.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

If applicants do not meet the minimum academic requirements, they may still be eligible to apply through RPL. RPL is the assessment of knowledge, skills, and competence previously acquired.

English Language Requirement Exceptions

If English is not the first language, applicants will also need to supply a copy of an academic IELTS examination or equivalent, with an overall score of at least 6.5 and no individual band below 6.5.

Fees and Funding

• Total fee: 1,350 (+ 50 non-refundable application fee)
• Fee includes all resources and access to the online learning portal
• RCSI accepts no obligation to refund any fee, or part thereof, in respect of a student who chooses to withdraw from a programme

Program Details

Award

• Micro-credential

Duration

• 30 hours

Mode of Delivery

• In person - Part-time

Credits

• 10 ECTS

Next Start Date

• TBC 2027