Postgraduate certificate Skin for Physiotherapists

The skin is the most visible and extensive human organ. It fulfills several basic functions for the human being and is exposed to factors such as weather conditions or the sun. Moreover, precisely because it is such an extensive organ, it represents an essential feature of each person's identity. Therefore, the skin is a fundamental element in terms of aesthetics and health in contemporary societies. For that reason, specializing and offering new treatments applied to the skin to patients is a priority task for health professionals such as Physiotherapists, who have a great opportunity to become great experts in the field thanks to this program.

University certificate

duration

24 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price(first year)

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The world's largest faculty of physiotherapy”

Introduction to the Program

Study the skin in depth and offer the best services to your patients with this Postgraduate certificate"

In the human body, there are organs whose importance is fundamental for life, such as the heart, liver or pancreas. However, there are others that are also involved in social processes, since appearance is a fundamental aspect of personal identity and therefore affects relationships between people. For this reason, the skin is an organ of great importance, as it must be cared for not only for health but also for other personal reasons.

In this way, to be able to offer the best aesthetic techniques applied to this organ, it is convenient to have the most complete and adequate knowledge, since this can mean giving a good treatment to patients, immediately increasing the prestige of the professional.

For this reason, this Postgraduate certificate in Skin for Physiotherapists is the best way for Physiotherapists who want to provide the best service to their patients and users in terms of skin care to specialize and achieve excellence.

Specialize in skin care and become a prestigious physiotherapist”

This Postgraduate certificate in Skin for Physiotherapists 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 Dermatology and Physiotherapy
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 process of self-assessment can be used 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

There have been multiple advances in skin care techniques in recent years. This Postgraduate certificate will keep you up to date"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector 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 course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Skin care is a growing field in Physiotherapy. Do not be left behind and update your knowledge"

With this program, you will be the best valued physiotherapist in your field"

Syllabus

The contents of this Postgraduate certificate in Skin for Physiotherapists have been designed by great experts in the field, who not only master all dermo-aesthetic issues related to this organ, but are aware of all the techniques and treatments applied to the skin. Therefore, Physiotherapy professionals who take this program will be able to apply all these techniques directly in their practices, producing an immediate impact on their careers.

The contents that you are looking for are here. Enroll now and become a physiotherapist specialized in skin care"

Module 1. Skin

1.1. Skin Anatomy and Structure of the Skin
1.2. Skin Appendages

1.2.1. Hair
1.2.2. Nails
1.2.3. Sebaceous Glands
1.2.4. Sweat Glands

1.3. Skin Functions and Elementary Lesions

1.3.1. Protection
1.3.2. Metabolism
1.3.3. Temperature Regulation
1.3.4. Sensory
1.3.5. Excretory
1.3.6. Energy Reserve

1.4. Skin Care in the Different Stages of Life: Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric, Pregnancy

1.4.1. Neonatal
1.4.2. Pediatric
1.4.3. Adolescent
1.4.4. Adult
1.4.5. Geriatric
1.4.6. Pregnancy

1.5. Embryology of the Skin and Skin Appendages

1.5.1. Skin Development
1.5.2. Hair Development
1.5.3. Nail Development
1.5.4. Skin Gland Development

1.6. Skin Types

1.6.1. Density
1.6.2. Skin Emulsion
1.6.3. Skin Phototype
1.6.4. Status

1.7. Skin Hygiene
1.8. Skin Hydration

1.8.1. Manual Techniques
1.8.2. Materials and Technical Methods
1.8.3. Specific Cosmetics
1.8.4. Equipment

You will know everything about skin and be able to offer the best service to your patients"

Postgraduate Certificate in Skin for Physiotherapists

If you are a physiotherapist and want to learn how to identify and treat various conditions present on the skin, TECH's Postgraduate Certificate is ideal for you. With us, you will learn how to heal wounds, scars or dermatitis. In addition, you will learn how to apply bandages and dressings to promote the healing of skin lesions. By gaining this knowledge, you will improve your daily practice, in order to provide patients with the best care, helping them to recover their well-being, improve their quality of life and prevent possible complications. Join us and enroll now in the most complete Postgraduate Certificate in Skin for Physiotherapists!