Business School
Back Care Management
MSc/Diploma/Certificate MSc: 2-3 years part-time. Diploma: 1-2 years part time. Certificate: approximately 1 year part-time
The programme is based on the curriculum framework for back care advisors. Its objectives are to provide the knowledge and skills necessary for the new, multidisciplinary role of effectively managing the problems and risks associated with work-related back injuries, and to establish a qualification that recognises nationally the holders’ abilities.
The programme takes a broad, practical, problem solving approach to the management of back care and load movement, one appropriate to the needs of practitioners. It provides the knowledge and skills to initiate back care programmes and to evaluate the products and services that are on offer. It should be seen as an essential step in the development of the Back Care Advisor/Manual Handling Co-ordinator role.
Compulsory Modules
- The Scientific and Organisational Bases of Back Care Management
- Essential Applied Ergonomics
- Safe Manual Handling
- Advanced Applied Ergonomics (Diploma & MSc only)
- Behavioural Change (Diploma & MSc only)
- Research Project (MSc only)
Optional Modules Include
- The Role of the Back Care Advisor in the Perioperative Environment
- The Role of the Back Care Advisor in Paediatrics
- The Management of Handling Issues in Bariatrics
- Risk Management of Musco-skeletal Issues in Transportation
Assessment
Coursework and work-based project.
Entry Qualification
Degree, or corporate membership of a British chartered profession or institution, or other qualification approved by the University in a field relevant to the programme.
These are in addition to the General Entrance Requirements.
Selection
Admission criteria are flexible. Candidates with non-conventional qualifications may be invited for interview.