Assessment of the Hand and Upper Limb - Level 7 (LBR)
When can you start this module? |
Learning Beyond Registration
Learning Beyond Registration (LBR) is a vital part of developing competent, capable health service practitioners prepared to deliver a dynamic, flexible, quality, client-focused service. If you're employed by the NHS in the East Midlands then you may be eligible for fee-free access to our LBR modules and/or programmes. You'll need to supply evidence of approval from your line manager and Trust Education Lead when you apply.
About this module
During this module you will become familiar with standardised and non-standardised hand and upper limb assessments, as well as techniques for assessing hand injuries and conditions, so that you can make informed decisions regarding assessment and treatment evaluation in your hand therapy.
You will study mainly by distance learning and one week at our Kedleston Road site.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:
- Investigate and evaluate standardised and non-standardised hand assessment methods.
- Evaluate the benefits and limitations of these methods of hand and upper limb assessment.
- Critically reflect on your own current professional practice and the use of these assessment tools.
- Critically reflect upon the content, delivery and evaluation of a Hand Therapy related teaching package.
Which profession is this module aimed at?
Occupational TherapyAbout this module
- Module level: 7
- Module credits: 20
When can you start?
September, January or April.
