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FOUNDATION/ACCESS COURSE PROSPECTUS (MChiro Programme Only) Validated by the University of Wales Foundation/Access 2011 1 FOUNDATION / ACCESS COURSE Course Objective The objective of this course is to provide access to a range of health studies programmes. It also provides an alternative route for those students who do not meet the current standard entry criteria for Chiropractic course. Specifically, it aims to provide students with the basic science background needed to begin a degree course together with a recognised manual qualification. Aims The aims of the course are: To expose students to scientific principles and basic concepts in the areas of Human Physiology, Anatomy, Chemistry and Biophysics To demonstrate the academic rigour required to study at degree level To familiarise students with college resources during independent and group activities To expose students to clinical thinking in the context of observation of demonstrations To provide a means by which the student is able to judge his/her ability to succeed on the chiropractic degree course To provide a professional qualification that allows the student to practice as an Holistic Massage therapist. In addition to the McTimoney College certificate, which guarantees an interview for the MChiro programme, students will gain a massage certificate which provides a hands-on skill for immediate use. Foundation/Access 2011 2 Teaching and Learning Experience The course design is based on individual learning with an emphasis on the development of the basic concepts required for any health studies programme, but particularly the Chiropractic degree. Teaching and learning is formally undertaken through lectures, practical sessions, individual and small group assignments and home study. Course Content The course comprises the following elements: Study Skills Clinic Studies The World of Chiropractic Human Chemistry Human Anatomy and Physiology Neuroanatomy & Neurophysiology Human Biophysics Practical Massage The scientific content can be effectively divided into three parts which progress from the smallest blocks to complete systems: Atoms to Molecules Cells to Tissues Organs to Systems Practical massage is taught predominantly in the second half of the course, usually as whole day sessions, and includes anatomical knowledge specific to the practise of massage. Foundation/Access 2011 3 Detailed Course Content Atoms to Molecules Introduction to Immunology Atomic Structure Feedback systems Neurons Atomic Bonding The CNS Molecules - Small molecules of life Salts Sugars Amino acids - Intermediate molecules of life Complex carbohydrates Fats - Large molecules of life Proteins DNA The PNS - Sympathetic - Parasympathetic The higher functions - Memory - Emotion Cells to Tissues Biophysics Scales, SI units, accuracy and error Scientific numbers and their manipulation Force Membranes Bio-materials Protein synthesis Levers Basic Metabolism Cell replication and gene expression Epithelia The chiropractic profession Muscle Running a practice Organ structure examples Clinic observation Microbiology Treatment demonstrations Organs to Systems Chiropractic Study Skills The bones Time management The joints Study techniques The muscles The heart The vessels Control of CV and muscle contraction The endocrine system Holistic Massage Technique The urogenital system Professional Conduct The tubes Business awareness The lungs Control of breathing Digestion Skin Foundation/Access 2011 Massage Surface anatomy and detailed muscle anatomy 4 Course Texts (available for purchase at 10% discount from College Bookshop). It is recommended that students should not purchase texts before starting on the course, as your lecturers will advise you of the essential purchases An Introductory guide to Anatomy & Physiology, Tucker Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, Tortora and Grabowski, 12 th ed, Wiley † Principles and Practice of Physical Therapy, 4th ed, W. Arnould-Taylor An Holistic Guide to Massage, Tina Parsons Chemistry for Biologists, Instant Notes, Fisher and Arnold 2nd Ed, Bios Publishing † also a course book for Year 1 of the MChiro course Length of Course There are three intake dates for the Access Course: Intake 1 March/April As well as the necessary anatomy and physiology to gain entry to the MChiro programme, this intake gives students an ITEC qualification in massage. It is ideally suited to those who prefer a less intensive mode of study, and will be completed in time for students to start the MChiro in September (or January the following year). Intake 2 June/July This intake is a more intensive study programme, it is also a route for entry on the September MChiro (or the January intake the following year). A McTimoney College certificate in massage provides the essential hand skills required for the MChiro programme, as well as a qualification that can be used in future practice. Intake 3 September This intake provides an intensive course in anatomy and physiology essential for the January intake of the MChiro programme. Students will complete their McTimoney College massage qualification concurrent with the first year of the MChiro programme. 2011 5 Course dates for 2011 Dates available on application. 2011 6 Fees An initial application fee of £50 should be submitted with the completed application form. This fee is non-refundable. A College registration fee of £45 is to be paid on enrolment. Should students progress from the Foundation / Access course to the full degree, then an equivalent reduction will be made from the degree registration fee. A Criminal Records Bureau fee (currently £52) is to be paid on enrolment. Students will not have to pay this again when they enrol onto the MChiro course, although there may be a requirement for another check prior to entering the Clinic year. The course tuition fees for 2011 are normally payable in full prior to the start of the course. Intake 1 £1,495 Intake 2 £ 850 Intake 3 £ 850 There may be certain circumstances in which the fees for the course may be treated as a tax deduction although the general rule is that the costs of acquitting a skill set to enable you to commence a profession are not allowable against tax. The principal ones circumstances would be either where you are employed and being sponsored through the course (in which case your employer may be able to set off the fees against tax) or else where you are already qualified and practicing in a closely allied field. The school/college cannot give any guarantees as to whether a tax claim may exist in any given circumstances but further information may be obtained, free of charge, from our business module lecturer, Michael B Bennett. [email protected] 2011 7