Level 3 Online

 

This course includes instruction in Anatomy, Physiology, Pathomechanics & Systemic Disease, Custom Molded Shoes, Subtalar Control Foot Orthoses, Patient Management Implementation and Practice Management. Modules are self paced and must be completed before final certificate is issued. Final examination is required.
 

  
Module

Description
Human Anatomy During this module, the student will  gain an advanced knowledge of the tissues and organs that affect the foot and ankle including Dermal Anatomy, Neural Anatomy, Arterial Anatomy, Venous Anatomy, Muscle Anatomy, Skeletal / Joint Anatomy and Ligament Anatomy. Multimedia Flash Lecture. Lab. Self assessment.
Human Physiology During this module, the student will gain an advanced knowledge of the physiology of the Nervous, Lymphatic and Cardiovascular systems of the body and how they affect the foot. Multimedia Flash Lecture. Lab. Self assessment.  
Practice Management During this module, the student will gain knowledge of basic management skills needed in order to maintain a successful pedorthic practice. It includes Sources of Medical Referrals, Developing Referring Professionals, Communicating Patient Information, Education, Team Approach to Foot Care, Pricing and Billing, Insurance and Facility Management. Multimedia Flash Lecture. Lab. Self assessment.  
Patient Management During this module, the student will gain knowledge and ability to instruct a patient on the potential effectiveness of the pedorthic treatment protocols, and related fees, using clear communication to help a patient understand and accept realistic goals. It will also enable the pedorthist to know what initial questions they should ask of a patient, understand the importance of listening skills, know what type of information may be revealed in an initial patient interview, and show concern for the patient’s problem.  Multimedia Flash Lecture. Lab. Self assessment.  
Pathomechanics Case Studies During this module, the student will gain knowledge and ability to identify and solve pathomechanics problems through case studies that include Subjective and Objective information from patient interviews and assessments. The student is required to determine the related pathology through Assessment and formulate a Plan of Treatment. Lab. Self assessment.  
SCFO

During this module, the student will gain knowledge and ability to identify indications, use casting techniques for and fit / adjust a Subtalar-Control Foot Orthosis, or SCFO. Multimedia Flash Lecture. Lab. Self assessment.
Custom Shoes During this module, the student will gain knowledge and ability to identify indications, use casting techniques for and fit / adjust Custom Molded Shoes. Multimedia Flash Lecture. Lab. Self assessment.