You will develop skills for Assessment and Intervention in Dysphagia in adult and pediatric patients in the educational setting"

Functional diversity requires teaching professionals capable of responding effectively to the needs of the student within the educational environment, in terms of the difficulties manifested by the presence of dysphagia. Dysphagia is not an uncommon disease, on the contrary, this difficulty in swallowing, which occurs in neurological and pathological situations, which can lead to malnutrition or dehydration problems, respiratory, among others, in a generalized way. 

Its evaluation and timely intervention is essential to prevent the worsening of the quality of life of those who suffer from it. In this sense, it is imperative that there are trained professionals in the area with advanced skills and knowledge to make the appropriate assessment and exploration. 

With this postgraduate certificate in Assessment and Intervention in Dysphagia, TECH has proposed a unique and updated syllabus that will provide the graduate with the necessary skills to intervene effectively in the rehabilitation of Dysphagia. Through the application of compensatory and rehabilitative techniques, implementation of the appropriate diet or other methods such as application of Botulinum Toxin, Neuromuscular Bandage, Electrotherapy in swallowing and management of new technologies. 

An exclusive compendium of topics that have been chosen by the most prestigious teachers in the current online pedagogical market. In addition to the methodology and technology available on the virtual platform that will facilitate the natural progression of the student towards the academic goal.

You will be able to perform an adequate speech therapy assessment of Dysphagia in a specialized way according to the latest scientific evidence"

This postgraduate certificate in Assessment and Intervention in Dysphagia contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. Its most notable features are: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in NSpeech Neurorehabilitation and Orofacial Therapy 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical content with which they are created,
• provides scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential
• for professional practice
• Practical exercises where 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 

You will be able to perform an adequate speech therapy assessment of Dysphagia in a specialized way according to the latest scientific evidence"

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.

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

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, in which the professional will have to try to solve the different professional practice situations that will arise throughout the academic course. This will be done with the help of an innovative system of interactive videos made by renowned experts.

You will intervene practically in the rehabilitation of Dysphagia with compensatory techniques, giving precise guidelines to the patient and the family"

You will freely combine your daily activities with the new academic challenge. It is 100% online and contains all the resources that will facilitate a natural and progressive learning process"

TECH has developed this syllabus with the most relevant aspects and novelties about the most relevant aspects of Dysphagia Assessment and Intervention, to address a condition that affects the quality of life of the patient and causes serious consequences, in case it is not properly treated in time. The graduate will learn, among other topics, the functional basis of Dysphagia, how to classify it, and will know the pathologies associated to this alteration, as well as its approach and care. 

Take advantage of the opportunity to get up to date with the most modern rehabilitation techniques for cases of child and adult dysphagia in only 6 weeks"

General Objectives

• Develop a broad body of knowledge of the anatomical and functional basis of the central and peripheral nervous system 
• Study the anatomy and function of the organs involved in basic functions such as respiration, phonation and swallowing 
• Acquire knowledge in both assessment and speech therapy intervention 
• Delve into rehabilitation techniques supported by clinical practice 
• Develop intervention skills acquired from complementary disciplines such as neuropsychology, physiotherapy and psychology 
• Become proficient in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of neurofunctional and logopedic disorders in specific groups with neurodevelopmental or syndromic disorders 
• Know various approaches and intervention programs in neurological and speech therapy neurorehabilitation

Specific Objectives

• Learn the anatomy and physiology of swallowing
• Provide anatomical and physiological knowledge of the structures involved in normal and pathological swallowing
• Learn the functional basis of dysphagia to classify it and know the pathologies associated with this disorder
• Know the scales of assessment, exploration and instrumental techniques
• Develop strategies to assess dysphagia before, during and after speech therapy intervention
• Learn how to assess the nutritional status of patients with dysphagia and the consequences of poor hydration and malnutrition
• Learn compensatory techniques as opposed to rehabilitative techniques
• Train in the comprehensive approach to dysphagia of neurological origin

You will accurately determine the difference between Structural Dysphagia vs. Neurogenic Dysphagia, its symptoms, signs and ways to address it"