A 6-month postgraduate certificate that will update you in Dysphagia and Feeding"

Nowadays, physicians are increasingly specializing in the early detection and early treatment of any type of feeding difficulties in patients with dysphagia, in order to ensure a healthy development in the future. For this reason, many professionals show great interest in the cause and comprehensive approach to this problem, working in collaboration with other health professionals.

In this way, significant advances have been made in the adaptation of foods for Dysphagia, whether in liquid or solid form, in the use of appropriate medications, as well as in the techniques employed to prevent malnutrition, dehydration and mortality. These advances have led TECH to develop the postgraduate certificate in Dysphagia Treatment.

This program focuses on delving into the most recent research on this disorder, its management in patients with acquired brain injuries, craniofacial anomalies or respiratory diseases, among others. In addition, special attention will be given to safety, efficacy and interdisciplinary decisions in the Feeding of patients with dysphagia. 

This program is presented in a 100% online format that brings together a series of excellent teaching materials. All these elements are consolidated in a virtual library available at any time and place, without restrictions. This methodology, in combination with the application of the Relearning approach developed by TECH, will ensure that students acquire knowledge efficiently and obtain outstanding results, minimizing their effort to the maximum. In addition, it will give professionals the flexibility to manage their time and carry out their daily activities since they will not be subject to fixed schedules.

You will learn about advances in the approach to Dysphagia and diet classification"

This postgraduate certificate in Dysphagia and Feeding contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Otorhinolaryngology and Speech Therapy  
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice 
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will delve into clinical cases that will allow you to identify the signs and symptoms of Dysphagia and provide guidelines for swallowing"  

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational 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 education programmed to learn 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 educational year. This will be done with the help of an innovative system of interactive videos made by renowned experts.

If you have a digital device with an Internet connection you will be able to access this 100% online program whenever and wherever you want"

You can delve into the rheological characteristics of the thickened liquid at any time"

The objective of this Program is to provide professionals with the most outstanding scientific discoveries in the field of Dysphagia Feeding, as well as its practical and direct application in the clinical setting. To this end, participants will have at their disposal teaching resources of excellent quality, in which TECH has used the latest technologies used in higher education systems.

A program that will provide you with the most recent and rigorous lines of research on Dysphagia and Feeding"  

General Objectives

• Update theoretical and practical knowledge about Dysphagia  
• Develop clinical assessment skills  
• Design and implement treatment plans according to the most current procedures 
• Delve into the most up-to-date technologies and techniques  
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration

Specific Objectives

• Delve into the effects of Dysphagia on Feeding 
• Delve into changes in the consistency of foods and liquids 
• Identify adaptive Feeding techniques 
• Identify nutritional and hydration challenges

This program will bring you up-to-date on the most advanced clinical assessment techniques in Feeding for patients with Dysphagia"