Neuroscience Program

The Neuroscience program is designed to develop students' knowledge and understanding of how clinical neuroscience relates to motor function and behavior, and interplays with cognitive and sensory functions.

Program Overview

• The program is a micro-credential offered by RCSI School of Physiotherapy.
• It is a Level 9 award on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
• The program focuses primarily on neuroscience related to motor function and behavior, and the interplay with cognitive and sensory functions.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system motor and sensory functions.
• Demonstrate critical understanding of current concepts of neuroplasticity, motor control, and motor learning; and apply this knowledge to clinical practice.
• Demonstrate critical understanding of pain neuroscience, and apply this knowledge to the assessment and management of pain for people with neurological conditions.
• Explain the pathophysiology of disorders of tone; evaluate the impact of hypertonia on the control of sensorimotor function, activity, and participation in people with neurological conditions; and apply this understanding to practice.
• Analyze and explain the neuroscience and biomechanics of normal gait and balance, and critically evaluate gait and balance dysfunction in people with neurological conditions.
• Explain the neuroscientific basis of cognitive and perceptual disorders following central nervous system injury, and demonstrate understanding of how they affect function.

Program Structure

• The program is delivered part-time in a hybrid model, with online material for participants to access in their own time and prior to workshops/classes.
• The program includes four in-person half days for students to attend.
• The program runs from September to December.

Assessment

• Students who successfully complete this module and pass the assessment will receive a certificate detailing the academic award and credits received.
• The assessment format includes a combination of written assignments, case studies, and presentations.

Entry Requirements

To be considered for entry into the program, applicants must:

• Be a healthcare professional.
• Hold a bachelor's degree. If you don't hold a bachelor's degree, please see the recognition of prior learning pathway.
• Experience working with people with neurological conditions is desirable, but not essential.
• If English is not your first language, you 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

• Fees: €1,350 (to be paid on acceptance of the course).
• ECTS credits: 10.
• The fee includes all resources and access to the online learning portal.

Faculty

The program is led by experienced faculty members, including:

• Prof. Frances Horgan (Course Leader), with a background in physiotherapy and expertise in neurology and care of the elderly.
• Dr. Ailish Malone, with clinical experience in disability and rehabilitation, and research interests in rehabilitation and participation in physical activity by people with neurological conditions and physical disability.

Recognition and Accreditation

• The program is accredited by the National University of Ireland (NUI).
• Recognition by ministries and bodies in other jurisdictions must be determined by the individual applicants.

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