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Graduate Certificate in Neurological Rehabilitation
Edith Cowan University (ECU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00279B
This course extends the skills and knowledge of health and exercise professionals currently working with individuals with a range of neurological conditions. Students will develop an understanding of how research findings and current guidelines, along with their client's values and preferences and their own clinical experience, can be incorporated into effective, evidence informed, management. The program is open to a range of professionals including practising Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, and Registered Nurses wanting to expand their knowledge in the area of neurological rehabilitation. The course is available online, and students have the opportunity to progress their studies further and move into a Graduate Diploma and then Master of Neurological Rehabilitation to further explore implementation science research avenues.
Structure
- 3 Units
- 60 Credit Points
Subjects
- Translational Science
- Understanding Neurological Rehabilitation
- Neural Plasticity and Rehabilitation
Standard entry requirements
University admission requirements apply. All applicants are required to be a registered health professional i.e. Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Rehabilitation Nurse, Medical Practitioner, or be graduates from a nationally-professionally accredited program (e.g., Speech Pathologist, Dietitian, Exercise Physiologist). All applicants must maintain this registration/professional accreditation for the duration of this course, and have a minimum of one year full time (or equivalent) clinical experience in a relevant area of clinical practice and have worked with clients with neurological conditions undergoing rehabilitation.
Study pathways
Further Studies: Master of Neurological Rehabilitation; Graduate Diploma in Neurological Rehabilitation
