On completion of this course you should be able to:

• Critically evaluate current variations in hand therapy protocols for hand injuries
• Demonstrate a critical understanding of the application of anatomy, physiology and  biomechanics of the upper limb
• Critically analyse how medical or surgical interventions and psychological status impact on hand therapy protocols/guidelines and the progress of the client during rehabilitation
• Identify areas of limited evidence based practice and formulate protocols/guidelines for current therapy based on theory and research