A comprehensive and practical Postgraduate certificate that will allow you to learn everything you need to work as a physiotherapist in early care in a realistic and direct way”

Developmental pathologies in children are severe and long-lasting problems that can affect their adult life. That is why early intervention is the best way to prevent future problems. In this line, child physiotherapy seeks to provide treatment and care to newborns, children and adolescents who may need it, and to prevent future pathologies. It also trains parents to be able to continue with the exercises at home.  

Based on the above, it is essential to have a program that encourages professionals to continue their studies in the field. With this in mind, the Postgraduate certificate in Physiotherapy in Pathological Patients in Early Pediatric Care has been developed by experts in the field to delve into its most important aspects and provide students with the most updated knowledge. 

This program will address the most common pathologies in pediatric patients and the related risk factors. Key elements such as etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations and evolution will be addressed, along with some of the therapeutic intervention techniques.  

The extensive experience of the teaching staff and their training in the field of child physiotherapy, both nationally and internationally, positions this program above others on the market, so graduates will have an excellent reference. Both the course manager and the professors on the program will put their knowledge and professional experience at the disposal of students in a practical manner. Therefore, this course will provide students with fast-track knowledge on all aspects related to Physiotherapy in Pathological Patients in Early Pediatric Care. 

A 100% online Postgraduate certificate that provides students with the ease of being able to study it comfortably, wherever and whenever suits them best. All you need is a device with Internet access to take your career one step further. A modality in keeping with the current times and all the guarantees to position physiotherapists in a highly demanded sector. 

Cutting-edge training created to propel you toward greater competitiveness in the job market”

This Postgraduate certificate in Physiotherapy in Pathological Patients in Early Pediatric Care offers the advantages of a high-level scientific, teaching, and technological program. These are some of its most notable features:

• The latest technology in online teaching software
• Intensely visual teaching system, supported by graphic and schematic contents, easy to assimilate and understand
• Practical cases presented by practicing experts
• State-of-the-art interactive video systems
• Teaching supported by telepractice
• Continuous updating and recycling systems
• Autonomous learning: full compatibility with other occupations
• Practical exercises for self-evaluation and learning verification
• Support groups and educational synergies: questions to the expert, debate and knowledge forums
• Communication with the teacher and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
• Supplementary documentation databases are permanently available, even after the program

An effective and reliable Postgraduate certificate that will take you through an interesting learning process, so you acquire all the knowledge of an expert in the field"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

A unique opportunity to specialize and stand out in a highly in-demand sector for professionals"

With a real practical objective, this Postgraduate certificate will allow you to achieve your educational goals while boosting your CV to a higher level of excellence"

The syllabus has been designed based on the principles of Physiotherapy in Pathological Patients in Early Pediatric Care, following the guidelines proposed by the teaching team of this program. As such, the syllabus consists of modules that offer a broad perspective on the muscular and sensory pathologies that children may suffer. From module 1, students will see their knowledge broadened, which will enable them to develop professionally, knowing that they can count on the support of a team of experts.

A comprehensive and well-structured program that will take you to the highest standards of quality and success”

Module 1. Pathologies in Childhood

1.1. Critical Periods in Child Development and Cause of Childhood Pathology 
1.2. Neuromuscular Diseases 

1.2.1. Etiology and Incidence
1.2.2. Types
1.2.3. Treatment
1.2.4. Physiotherapy Treatment

1.3. Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

1.3.1. Etiology and Incidence
1.3.2. Types
1.3.3. Treatment 
1.3.4. Physiotherapy Treatment 
1.3.5. Genetic Therapy

1.4. Congenital Muscular Torticollis and Plagiocephaly

1.4.1. Etiology and Incidence
1.4.2. Clinical Manifestations
1.4.3. Treatment 
1.4.4. Physiotherapy Treatment 

1.5. Spina Bifida and Obstetric Brachial Palsy

1.5.1. Etiology and Incidence
1.5.2. Clinical Manifestations
1.5.3. Treatment 
1.5.4. Physiotherapy Treatment 

1.6. Preterm Infants 
1.7. Achondroplasia

1.7.1. Etiology and Incidence
1.7.2. Clinical Manifestations
1.7.3. Treatment
1.7.4. Physiotherapy Treatment

1.8. Arthrogryposis

1.8.1. Etiology and Incidence
1.8.2. Clinical Manifestations
1.8.3. Treatment
1.8.4. Physiotherapy Treatment

1.9. Hearing and Visual Impairment
1.10. Congenital Heart Pathologies

1.10.1. Etiology and Incidence
1.10.2. Clinical Manifestations
1.10.3. Treatment
1.10.4. Physiotherapy Treatment

A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed units, oriented toward a high impact learning and training experience”