Contents
The programme is structured around two thematic axes: pathology and assessment and intervention.
It will be divided into two subjects, each including an intrinsic Evaluation component of the knowledge acquired, and another component consisting of a total of 4 modules (two per subject) aimed at presenting, reasoning, evaluating, and intervening in a clinical case, which will be presented during the final seminar.
| Subject | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
Normal and pathological development in early childhood; main conditions affecting the pediatric population. |
15 ECTS |
Obligatory |
Role of the pediatric physiotherapist in different settings: assessment and evidence-based intervention |
15 ECTS |
Obligatory |
Specific skills
- KT01: Explain the functioning of motor development in childhood.
- KT02: Distinguish indicators of anomalies in the child's functioning.
- KT03: Recognize the main pathologies that affect the child's function.
- KT04: Describe the physiotherapists role in different work settings.
- ST01: Use communication appropriately when working with children and their families.
- ST02: Identify relevant parameters and information in the child's assessment process.
- ST03: Plan an intervention suitable for the child's profile and pathology.
- ST04: Select appropriate technical aids for the child's difficulties.
- CT01: Select evaluation procedures in pediatric physiotherapy with proven validity and reliability.
- CT02: Plan the most efficient pediatric physiotherapy intervention; monitor and assess responses using scientific evidence.
- CT03: Systematize the Physiotherapy Intervention Plan according to the principle of user individuality, using specific therapeutic tools of Pediatric Physiotherapy.
- CT04: Compile knowledge about the child's development, learning, and movement control, as well as the most common childhood pathologies.
Title obtained
Specialization Diploma in Paediatric Physiotherapy