Postgraduate Certificate Musculoskeletal Practice (Hand Therapy) at University of Essex

Programme overview

Postgraduate Certificate Musculoskeletal Practice (Hand Therapy) is a part-time CPD pathway enabling clinicians specialised in Hand Therapy to develop their practice through clinical decision-making, clinical service quality improvement, research methods and clinical skills such as injection therapy. It is taught within the School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences at the Colchester Campus. Accredited by the British Association of Hand Therapists (BAHT) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).

Department: School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences | Duration: 1 to 5 years part-time | Intake: October 2027 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Two 30-credit optional modules chosen from the available list.

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Entry requirements

A relevant first degree, or relevant professional experience or qualifications demonstrating ability to study at Level 7; at least 1 year of post-registration experience and relevant musculoskeletal experience; current registration with the relevant UK or equivalent professional body (HCPC or equivalent, for example GMC or NMC; non-radiographer sonographers must evidence their qualification). Not available to students who require a Student visa. English language: IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 450/200.

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 1 to 5 years part-time

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