Neurology & Concussion

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Course Curriculum

**Neurology**

Module 1: Introduction to Neurology

• Neurology and Neurologists
• Neuroanatomy
  
  
  • The Nervous System
  • What are Neurons?
  • Introducing the Human Brain
• Summary

Module 2: Neurological Disorders

• What are Neurological Disorders?
• Significant Neurological Disorders
  
  
  • ADHD/ADD
  • Anxiety and Ptsd
  • Schizophrenia
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Epilepsy
  • Migraine
  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Brain Tumors
• Summary

Module 3: Visual Disorders

• Sensory Systems: The Visual System
• Visual Field Loss
  
  
  • Homonymous Hemianopsia
  • Central Scotoma
• Diplopia
• Nystagmus
• Summary

Module 4: Disorders Of Hearing

• Sensory Systems: The Auditory System
• Hearing Impairment
• Hyperactive Disorders of The Auditory System
• Abnormal Perception of Sounds
  
  
  • Hyperacusis
  • Recruitment of Loudness
  • Phonophobia
  • Misophonia
• Summary

Module 5: Spinal Cord Disorders

• The Spine
• The Spinal Cord
• The Spinal Nerves
• Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries
  
  
  • Traumatic SCI
  • Non-traumatic SCI
  • Pathophysiological Consequences of Spinal Cord Injury
• Summary

Module 6: Peripheral Nervous System Disorders

• Motor Neuron Diseases
  
  
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
  • Progressive Muscular Atrophy
  • Bulbar Palsy
• Summary

Module 7: Child Neurology

• Developing the Senses
• Challenges with Motor Skills
• Signs And Symptoms
  
  
  • Agitation and Confusion
  • Back Pain
  • Specific Motor Delay
• Summary

Module 8: Neurological Assessments

• Brain Scanning Techniques
• Computed Tomography (CT)
  
  
  • CT Neuroimaging
  • Procedures For A Head CT Scan
  • Tissue Density Differences
  • Hydrocephalus
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Importance of Neurological Assessments
• Summary

Module 9: Medications

• Lifestyle Drugs
• Neurology Medicines and Their Side-effects
• Levodopa based drugs - Co-careldopa/ Co-beneldopa
• Dopamine agonists - Ropinirole/ Pramipexole/ Rotigotine
• Phenytoin
• Pyridostigmine
• Prednisolone
• Propranolol
• Verapamil
• Amitriptyline
• Baclofen
• Summary

**Neuroplasticity: How To Rewire Your Brain**

Unit 01: Basics of Neuroplasticity

• Introduction to Neuroplasticity
• Neuroplasticity: How does it work

Unit 02: Neuroplasticity Exercises

• Exercise for Mindfulness
• Physical
• Emotional
• Social
• Spiritual

Unit 03: Neuroplasticity in Special Conditions

• Neuroplasticity Exercises for Anxiety and Depression
• Neuroplasticity Exercises for Procrastination
• Neuroplasticity Exercises for Changing Bad Habits
• Neuroplasticity Exercises to Improve Memory
• Neuroplasticity Exercises for Kids

**Concussion and Brain Injury Awareness**

Introduction To Brain Injury

• Introduction To The Module
• The Human Brain
• Types Of Brain Injury
  
  
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
• Prevalence of Brain Injury
• Importance Of Awareness
• Summary

Concussion Awareness

• Introduction To The Module
• Defining Concussion
• Causes of Concussion
• The Signs And Symptoms of Concussions
  
  
  • Concentration
  • Irritability
  • Fatigue
  • Depression And Anxiety
  • Memory Problems
  • Headaches
  • Visual Problems
• Summary

Acquired Brain Injury

• Introduction To The Module
• Understanding Acquired Brain Injury
  
  
  • Classification
  • The Hidden Disability
• The Effects Of ABI
  
  
  • Physical Problems
  • Emotional And Behavioural Problems
  • Cognitive Problems
  • Social, Personal And Practical Problems
• The Common Causes Of ABI
  
  
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Brain Stroke
  • Brain Tumours
• Summary

Sports-related Concussion And Brain Injury

• Introduction To The Module
• Concussions In Contact Sports
• Second Impact Syndrome
• Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
• Recognising Sports-related Concussion
• Summary

Rehabilitation

• Introduction To The Module
• Introduction To Rehabilitation
  
  
  • Cognitive Rehabilitation
  • Physical Rehabilitation
  • Rehabilitation Of Behavioural And Emotional Disorders
  • Communication And Swallowing
• Summary

Prevention

• Introduction To The Module
• Important Preventive Techniques
  
  
  • Prevention Of TBI
  • Prevention Of TBI In The Elderly
  • Prevention Of TBI In Children And Adolescents
  • Prevention Of Sports-related TBI
• The Need For Early Intervention
• Summary

Certification

After studying the course materials, there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim one pdf certificate for free. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £8.

This course on Neurology can assist you in securing the position you want in the area. Regardless of where you are in your profession, the training will advance it. This course is suitable for-

• Healthcare Support
• Research Assistant
• Clinical Psychologist
• Medical writer
• Physician Assistant
• Neurologist

This course was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC’s, Mac’s, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection.

This bundle covers the theoretical part, and with further training and degrees, you could explore various career options -

• Neurologist
• Neurology Consultant
• Rehabilitation Assistant
• Healthcare Support
• Clinical Fellow in Neurology

The average salary for a Neurologist is £88,900 gross per year. A Neurologist can expect an average starting salary of £38,000. The highest salaries can exceed £200,000.