Postgraduate Diploma in Hand Therapy
This learning qualification enables qualified occupational therapists and physiotherapistsis to broaden their knowledge of therapy and to expand on their application of prior knowledge in this specific field of clinical practice.
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Qualification type
Postgraduate Diploma
Credits
120
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of Pretoria
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Preventive Health
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2024-06-30
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
Official SAQA text formatted for easier reading.
Purpose and rationale
This learning qualification enables qualified occupational therapists and physiotherapistsis to broaden their knowledge of therapy and to expand on their application of prior knowledge in this specific field of clinical practice.
This qualification will provide therapists for a field of practice that has been growing rapidly, internationally and nationally.
The qualification aims to provide South Africa with expertise in the field of hand therapy to offer and promote rehabilitation services for people with hand conditions and injuries. It contributes to the continued development of knowledge and expertise comparable with international standards in the field.
Entry requirements and RPL
Entry Requirements
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, NQF Level 7.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
- Obtain advanced knowledge of different assessment and treatment approaches and techniques in the remediation and rehabilitation of hand injuries and conditions.
- Maintain and expand practical competencies in clinical application of therapy to clients with hand injuries and conditions in acute and post-acute phases.
- Show a continued interest in new developments in the specialist field as a life long learner.
- Communicate in various forms with a wide range of clients, referral sources and co-workers.
- Identify and use appropriate and therapeutic technology in the assessment and management of rehabilitation services, taking into account cultural and environmental factors in the design and manufacture of hand orthoses, assistive devices and the choice of treatment modalities.
- Adhere to the professional code of conduct, ethical rules of the Professional Board.
- Maintain and develop competencies in hand therapy as a life long learner.
Associated assessment criteria
Learners to demonstrate
- Foundational competencies through integrating knowledge of ergonomics, patho mechanics into the treatment as evidenced in discussions of selected topics as well as written and practical examinations.
- Practical competencies through the design and manufacture of hand orthoses of complex design and application of treatment modalities as evidenced in the presentation of case studies and practical examinations.
- Reflexive competencies through group discussions and case study presentations as well as written and practical examinations.
Integrated Assessment
Formative Assessment.
- Portfolios (case studies).
- Work-place assessments (clinical work).
- Written examinations.
- Oral examinations.
Summative Assessment
- Practical examinations, presentations e.g. case studies seminars.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Horizontal Articulation
- Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy, NQF Level 8.
Vertical Articulation
- Master of Occupational Therapy, NQF Level 9.
International comparability
This qualification compares with the following international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered.
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
NOTES
N/A
Providers currently listed
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