Electrotherapy Diploma
Course Basics
Duration
The practical training lasts 1 week (5 days).
Course Fee: £890
This includes provision of all core textbooks, notes and light refreshments during practical training. Examination fees are payable at time of application.
Course Dates and Venues
For all course dates, please see course calendar
For our training venue, directions & local accommodation, please see venue information
To Enrol
Please forward your (non refundable) deposit of £170 to Sports Therapy UK by clicking the button to the right..
Please also ensure you complete the on line booking form whereupon we will confirm receipt and your place on the course. The balance will be payable either in full on the first weekend of practical training, or by equal interim payments over the 3 weekends.
Course Details
The course is intended for those qualified and experienced in treating injuries and particular emphasis will be given to the application of ultrasound, interferential and combination therapy in sport. This course is a natural progression for those who already have good "hands on skills" and a working knowledge of sports injuries. The successful graduate will be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the use of electrotherapy for the management of injuries in a safe and professional manner. They must be fully aware of the effects and contraindications of electrotherapy.
What are the entry requirements?
Graduates of Sports Therapy UK's Diploma in Sports Injuries course will be eligible to enrol. All other applicants must hold a recognised sports injury qualification to be accepted on to this course. When applying, please submit a copy of your injury treatment qualification along with details of the course syllabus and a note of your experience since qualifying. You must be physically able to do the work, have good communication skills and be at least 18 years of age.
Course Syllabus
- Physics in relation to Electrotherapy
- Utrasound
- Interferential
- Laser
- Combination therapy
- Pain modulation
- Clinical applications
- Nerve stimulation and physiological effects of electrical current
- Indications and contra indications
- Electrotherapy applications in sports
- Bio-feedback
Course Structure
Home Study
Approximately 200 Study hours
Each lesson, question paper and clear instructions are sent for you to complete. It is essential that you complete at least the first three question papers prior to your practical training, so that you have the necessary foundation knowledge on which to build your practical skills and further your understanding.
Core Texts
Therapeutic Modalities for Athletic Injuries, the course text provides a clear perspective of the physics and physiological responses to the modalities discussed, and the new edition also prepares readers for the challenges arising in the ever-changing health care system.
Practical Training
32 Contact Hours
The practical training takes place over a total of four days (comprising two weekend modules) from 9am to 5pm each day. Practical training dates are shown under our Course Calendar page and further information about our location is shown under Training Venues.
The training includes a balance between lectures, expert practical tuition and practical workgroups. The latter consists of case histories, and clinical application using a full range of electro-medical equipment. All aspects of sporting injuries to each part of the anatomy will be covered, placing particular emphasis on student participation and practical application. Consideration will be given on how to combine treatment appropriately with other therapies at the various stages of rehabilitation.
Once you have completed your practical training you will be eligible to sit the written theory examination.
If you require accommodation during practical training details are shown under Accommodation.
Numbers attending: 6 - 12 students
Assignments & Examinations
Practical
An assessment of your knowledge combined with practical skills in the application of electrotherapy and your ability to assess injuries will be carried out during the practical course. A personal Course Record will show that the required tasks, skills and knowledge have been achieved before receiving your Diploma.
Project
During the course you will be required to complete a project to investigate the use of electrotherapy in sport. You will be asked to select a project title and the feasibility of your chosen area of research will be discussed during the practical training. You will then be required to collate data, study research papers and support conclusions to your project. This research project is an important part of your assessed course work and must be completed within 12 months of finishing your practical training in order to qualify. Professional Indemnity Insurance for students may be arranged during this period so that you are able to carry out treatments towards your research project.
Theory Examinations
Once you have completed your practical training and case study you may apply to sit the theory examination on any of the dates offered in January, April, July, or October each year. The examination lasts 2 hours and is based on the practical application of your subject. The pass mark is 65%.
Course Completion
All elements of your course must be passed no later than eighteen months after completing your practical training. We require you to maintain your membership of Sports Therapy UK for the duration of your training.
Diploma
Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the Diploma in Electrotherapy. This will provide you with the knowledge and skills to practise the safe and professional application of electrotherapy within a Professional Code of Ethics. Professional Indemnity Insurance may be arranged through Sports Therapy UK.