Assessments

Listed below are the assessments for every module on the Diploma. They are a mixture of:

  • Practicals

  • Posters

  • Reports

  • Worksheets

Please make sure you familiarise yourself with the assessments and the assessment process before coming on our qualification courses. Each modules have clear assignment remits and assessment criteria that need to be met in order to complete the module and your work is graded like a Degree programme (1st, 2:1, 2:2 etc..)

You will be expected to use the Harvard Referencing system (Taught in Pre-course module) to gain top marks and to show evidence of reading around the subject area (in addition to the course resources).

Our assessments are extensive and will make sure that you show competence in every aspect of assessment, decision making and exercise design and delivery.

Course Handbook

Preparation

Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise

Phase 1: Fundamentals

Case History Taking and Introduction to Pain Neuroscience Education
Case History Taking and Introduction to Pain Neuroscience Education Remit
Case History Taking and Introduction to Pain Neuroscience Education Assessment Criteria
Tissue Healing and Therapeutic Interventions
Tissue Healing and Therapeutic Interventions Remit
Tissue Healing and Therapeutic Interventions Assessment Criteria

Phase 2: Introduction to Clinical Skills

Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Knee
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Knee Remit
N1 - Video
N6 - Video
N2 - Video
N7 - Notes
N3 - Video
N8 - Video
N4 - Video
N9 - Poster
N5 - Video
N10 - Video
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Hip
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Hip Remit
N1 - Video
N6 - Video
N2 - Video
N7 - Notes
N3 - Video
N8 - Video
N4 - Video
N9 - Poster
N5 - Video
N10 - Video

Assignment remit

Module Description

Introduction to Research Methods - Assignment Remit & Criteria
Introduction to Research Methods
Principles of Exercise Remit & Criteria
Principles of Exercise
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Ankle and Foot
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Ankle and Foot Remit
N1 - Video
N6 - Video
N2 - Video
N7 - Notes
N3 - Video
N8 - Video
N4 - Video
N9 - Poster
N5 - Video
N10 - Video
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Shoulder
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Shoulder Remit
N1 - Video
N6 - Video
N2 - Video
N7 - Notes
N3 - Video
N8 - Video
N4 - Video
N9 - Poster
N5 - Video
N10 - Video
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Elbow, Wrist and Hand
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Elbow, Wrist and Hand Remit
N1 - Video
N6 - Video
N2 - Video
N7 - Notes
N3 - Video
N8 - Video
N4 - Video
N9 - Poster
N5 - Video
N10 - Video
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Spine
Clinical Assessment and Early Stage Exercise Rehabilitation: Spine Remit
N1 - Video
N6 - Video
N2 - Video
N7 - Notes
N3 - Video
N8 - Video
N4 - Video
N9 - Poster
N5 - Video
N10 - Video

Phase 3: Application of Skills

Functional Movement Assessment
Functional Movement Assessment Remit and Criteria
Exercise Coaching and Planning
Exercise Coaching and Planning Remit and Criteria
Sports First Aid
Sports First Aid Remit and Criteria
Pitchside/Trackside Event
Pitchside/Trackside Event Remit and Criteria
Neurological Testing for the Therapist
Neurological Testing Remit and Criteria
Introduction to Strength and Conditioning
Introduction to Strength & Conditioning Remit and Criteria
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Massage (IASTM)
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Massage (IASTM) Remit and Criteria
Kinesiology Taping
Kinesiology Taping Remit and Criteria
Advancing Manual Therapy - Introduction to DermoNeuroModulation (DNM)
Advancing Manual Therapy - Introduction to DermoNeuroModulation (DNM) Remit and Criteria

Phase 4: Advancing Clinical Skills

Shockwave Theraopy and Management of Tendinopathies
Shockwave Therapy and the management of Tendinopathies Remit and Criteria
Joint Manipulations
Joint Manipulations Remit and Criteria
Pathology for Therapists
Pathology for Therapists Remit and Criteria
Pharmacology for Therapists
Pharmacology for Therapists Remit and Criteria
Biomechanics of Exercise
Biomechanics of Exercise Remit and Criteria
Introduction to MSK Sonography (Medical Imaging)
Introduction to MSK Sonography (Medical Imaging) Remit and Criteria

Education Director

Movement Therapy Education

  • Description text Mike Grice is a renowned Clinical Musculoskeletal Specialist, Shockwave Expert, and Clinical Anatomist with over two decades of expertise in the Health and Fitness sector. With a passion for education and therapy, Mike founded Movement Therapy Education in 2003, a leading institution dedicated to health, fitness, and manual therapy training.

    His academic contributions are notable. Mike has been an esteemed lecturer for both the FdSc and BSc Sports Therapy programs at University College Birmingham. Moreover, he has shared his insights as a guest lecturer across prestigious institutions in the UK, USA, and Europe.

    Serving as a lead tutor and advisor, Mike's expertise extends to affiliations with renowned institutions such as Movement Therapy Education, Elite Therapy Education, RockTape, and NAQI. His extensive knowledge is sought after by Premier League and Championship football clubs where he conducts specialised training sessions.

    In the corporate sector, Mike has provided valuable consultancy to industry leaders like Boots, Pera Products, Startrite, and MicroScooter via Brytespark. His innovative approach was instrumental in advancing patient education systems in collaboration with Convatec.

    A regular on the conference circuit, Mike has been a featured speaker at events like Therapy Expo, FitPro, International Fitness Showcase, and Good Health Show. His notable presentation at the 2014 IOC World Conference for Injury Prevention in Monaco underscores his global influence.

    A testament to his dedication to education, Mike authored "Anatomy for Shockwave Users", a specialised course for Kinas Medical. He also serves as a trusted educator for the esteemed Shockwave Academy based in Atlanta, Georgia.

    Committed to continuous learning, Mike is presently immersing himself in an PG Cert in Medical Ultrasound. This venture promises to add sonography to his already vast repertoire of clinical practices and anatomy teachings.

    As the Clinical Director at Movement Therapy Clinics in Birmingham, Mike exemplifies the principles and techniques imparted by Movement Therapy Education, ensuring patients receive top-tier care rooted in the latest research and methods.goes here