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Certificate Course in Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy

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  • Conduct exercise testing and prescription specific to individuals with cardiorespiratory conditions
  • Clinical case studies provide a treatment-based approach
  • Expert talk videos give clinical insights into cardiopulmonary diseases
  • Animated videos provide insights into the practical aspects of physiotherapy

₹15,500*

Course Description

The Certificate Course in Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy is a comprehensive course that includes but is not limited to physical and breathing exercises, risk factor modification, and counseling designed to improve the physical and psychological condition of individuals with cardiorespiratory conditions. With the rising prevalence of cardiorespiratory diseases and a recent emergence of post-Covid syndrome, more patients will need to be rehabilitated by therapists with the knowledge and skills required to meet meaningful endpoints.

The Certificate Course in Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy is intended for healthcare professionals like you who want to gain the essential competencies required to practice cardiorespiratory physiotherapy.

The course covers:

●  Assessment tools to evaluate the physical and functional impairment and stratify risk.
●  Breathing Facilitation Exercises and Techniques to expand the lung capacity.
●  Individually Tailored Exercises to control breathing patterns, build muscle strength and endurance.
●  Psychological Counselling to promote behavioral and lifestyle changes.

The Medvarsity Learning Design framework (Certificate, Advanced Certificate, and Fellowship) is based on Kirkpatrick’s model of e-learning and allows the systematic consumption and application of the content.

We at Medvarsity strive to equip every physician with the ability to fast-track their career and enable them to better serve the communities in which they practice. Join us and let us impact healthcare through education.

Eligibility:  Physiotherapists/ Physiotherapy Interns/Trainees,  Nurses, and Clinical Attendants.

Course Validity: 4 months. There will be an extra charge for the extension of the course validity.

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Course Outline
Introduction to Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
  • Introduction, Importance, Indications for Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology
  • Heart and Circulatory System
  • Common Cardiac Disorders
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Risk Evaluation
  • Functional Capacity
Pulmonary Anatomy and Physiology – Physiotherapy
  • Respiratory Structure and Function
Assessment and Treatment Technique in cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
  • Evaluation of the Chest; Breathing Exercises and Exercises to Mobilize the Chest
  • Coughing
  • Postural Drainage
Fitness and Health
  • Physical Activity and Fitness
  • Musculoskeletal Fitness
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Benefits of Exercise
Role of Exercise in Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
  • Exercise Protocols
  • Exercise Testing in Chronic Heart Failure, Coronary Heart Disease and Valvular Heart Disease
Assessment and Exercise Prescription in Low-Risk Cardiovascular patients
  • Assessment of Low-Risk Patients
  • Prescription for Aerobic Endurance and Dynamic Resistance Training

FAQs

  • Is this course recognized by MCI?
    • Medical Council of India does not recognize courses that are offered through online or blended learning platform. In collaboration with leading industry experts, we provide you with the best state-of-the art learning content with an endeavor to train you to become well-equipped and proficient in-patient care through this course.

Physiotherapists/ Physiotherapy Interns/Trainees,  Nurses, and Clinical Attendants.

  • Hands-on training means training in an environment that permits each student to have experience performing tasks, making decisions, or using equipment appropriate to the job assignment for which the training is being conducted. The student assigned for these programs will be observing all procedures performed by the consultant and depending on the student’s abilities and skill set displayed at the hospital, he/she will get to assist the consultant.
  • How to access the course material online?
    • To access the course, click on kite.medvarsity using the login ID and password provided to you or click on “LOG IN USING YOUR ACCOUNT ON Google” and enter your Email ID: Gmail ID (Only if Gmail ID mentioned in the Application) & Password. In case you don’t have access to login ID and password, write to us at support@medvarsity.com & quote your registered email ID.
  • What If I am unable to open/access the course?
  • Are the scheduled dates for the exams mandatory or not?
    • It is Optional, however if you have to complete all Modules and final exam before the Course Expiry date you will receive your certificate on time.
  • Session expired and it is showing as unauthorized user?
    • If the page is left idle for more than 60 seconds session will expire automatically. Refresh the page periodically to avoid.
  • If session is expired, what to do?
    • It will start from the same question where the session expired.
    • While you are attempting exam, error pops up and exam is halted – site will display as attempted (1)
      Ignore the message as attempted – The attempt is only completed when it displays Finished (1).
  • When will the final exam get activated?
    • If 1 month Course (1-week prior Course expiry).
      If 3 Month Course (15 days prior Course expiry).
      If 6 Month Course (45 Days prior Course Expiry).
      If 1 Year Course (2 Months prior Course Expiry).
  • What is the procedure if Course is expired?
    • You have to pay re-activation fee, for details Contact Toll free 1800-103-6006 or write to support@medvarsity.com
  • What if I don’t qualify in modules or final exam?
    • You have to pay Re-exam fee, for details Contact Toll free 1800-103-6006 or write to support@medvarsity.com
  • When will I get my certificate?
    • We have now gone online, once you successfully pass your final exam and below conditions are met:
      • Contact program Completed (if Applicable).
      • Viva to be cleared (if Applicable).
      • Logbook / Project Submission (if applicable).
      • Course duration to be complete.
      • Necessary documents should be submitted in full.
      • If the above credentials are fulfilled, your E-Certificate will be mailed to your registered E-Mail ID.
  • Will I get the certificate before the course duration?
    • Even in case you complete all the online modules and exams much before your course end date, the certificate can be made available only after the course duration is complete. In other words, invariable of how early you complete the course, certificate shall be made available only when the course duration is over.
  • Do you provide any placement assistance?
    • We do not provide any placement guarantee as an outcome of the course. On a case-to-case basis we will introduce your profile to specific recruiting partners, but no job guarantee is provided.
  • What if I have any concerns regarding the program delivery or what if I have any suggestions to improve the quality of the course?

Next Batch Start Date 23rd Jan 2023

Learning Path

You will get individual certificates for each course.

Course Duration

3 Months

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