Program overview
The College of Advanced Healthcare Sciences (CAHS) Professional Master’s in Advanced Functional Movement and Human Performance (Healthcare / Rehab Pathway), combines a continually updated, peer-reviewed, and rigorously researched evidence-based approach to the assessment, identification and treatment of dysfunctional movement patterns.
This course utilizes content from Functional Movement Systems (FMS) Professional Certification Programs designed by Gray Cook and Dr. Lee Burton.
AFMHP (Healthcare / Rehabilitation) is a comprehensive professional Master’s program empowers healthcare and rehabilitation practitioners to accurately analyze movement and prescribe evidence-based corrective rehabilitative strategies.
AFMHP (Healthcare / Rehabilitation) focuses on correcting the underlying causes of dysfunction and their impact on the body. It centres on the idea that we have inherent movement designed for maximal efficiency and optimal function. When people deviate from this, they do so in, identifiable and correctable patterns.
This course is designed for regulated healthcare practitioners who are licensed to assess. It can be taken by any healthcare professional interested but you will not qualify for the professional certification in FMS - SFMA 1 or 2.
After successful completion of the Master’s content, you will also have earned 8 FMS Professional Certifications.
This 60 ECTS Professional Master's program consists of content from:
- CAHS - Evidenced-Based Health Care course. (10 ECTS)
- 12 Core Functional Movement Systems (FMS) courses. (50 ECTS)
AFMHP Masters’ incorporates a LEARN & APPLY methodology requiring students to apply their newly learned skills by conducting patient / client evaluations and or critical appraisals of research.
Mandatory Course:
- CAHS - EBHC
All CAHS Masters Programs require you to complete our Evidence-based Health Care course.
There is an enormous amount of information, misinformation, poorly constructed and or poorly executed research studies related to healthcare. It can be extremely daunting to know which way to turn for accurate and relevant information.
This course will arm you with the critical thinking and appraisal skills necessary to identify, analyze, critique and effectively utilize evidenced-based research to further your healthcare practice.
This will be the first course you will complete in your program.
Core Courses:
You will then complete the 12 core PHS courses in your program:
- Selected Functional Movement Assessment 1
- Selected Functional Movement Assessment 2
- Quick Screen
- Functional Movement Screen 1
- Functional Movement Screen 2
- YBT: Y Balance Training
- Functional Wellness Intro
- Screening and Assessing Breathing
Clinical Integration Bundle (4 Courses):
- The LBP Solution Masterclass
- The Shoulder Pain Masterclass
- Approach into the classification and management of Patients with Cervical Pain
- Approach into the classification and management of Patients with Lower Extremity Pain
Course Content & Learning Objectives
(Click on the link above for the full course content details and learning objectives)
Helpful Links
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The CAHS Master’s Advantage:
CAHS Master’s programs are designed for ambitious healthcare professionals seeking to upgrade their academic skills, knowledge, and professional confidence.
Our advanced, practical curriculum equips you with the latest evidence-informed tools and therapeutic approaches allowing you; to remain innovative and stay current, to significantly improve patient outcomes, and set yourself apart from the competition.
Advanced Practical Study:
All CAHS Masters Programs require you to apply your newly acquired knowledge. Students are asked to complete Critical Appraisals of Research and if / where applicable - Patient / Client Evaluations.
Admission Requirements and Application Process
Eligibility
• Any healthcare professional (Chiropractor, Physiotherapist, Kinesiologist, Osteopath, Naturopath, Psychologist, Homeopath, Podiatrist, Chiropodist, Medical Doctor, Nurse, or Nurse Practitioner).
• Proof of healthcare designation and a university or college degree is required.
Credit Transfer
• Already completed a certification related to your Master's program? You may be eligible for credit transfer. We'll verify this with you during the application process.
• A maximum of 10 credits may be awarded at the discretion of our Admissions Team.
Why CAHS?
Developed by Healthcare Providers, For Healthcare Providers
• Earning a living as a healthcare professional is never easy, and there is never enough time in the day.
• Our programs are all online and asynchronous - allowing you to learn where and when you want.
• You can also apply for credit transfer if you have taken (and completed) any of our content previously.
Same Time and Effort - Triple the Payoff
Our innovative online Master’s program is built for efficiency and impact.
You'll simultaneously:
- Complete continuing education (CE) requirements
- Gain industry-recognized professional certifications
- Earn your Master’s degree
No extra time. No separate programs. Just one streamlined path to elevate your expertise and credentials.
Win. Win. Win. It's That Simple
• Enhance your career and practice opportunities.
• Completely customise your program.
• Study on your terms. Start when you want. Work at your pace. Work when and where you want.
Master’s Awarding Institution
This Professional Master’s (Maestria in Spanish) for this program is awarded by Western Europe University (WEU), a European higher education institution.
The College of Advanced Healthcare Sciences (CAHS) delivers the academic curriculum, faculty instruction, and student learning experience in partnership with WEU.
This Master’s program is created under a university framework, which allows universities to develop specialized professional postgraduate degrees designed for advanced practical education.
For additional information and the credential structure, please click here. You can also visit the Western Europe University website.
Understanding CAHS Credentials:
Scope and structure of CAHS advanced professional master’s programs:
- Advanced Professional Development: Our programs are designed as post-graduate education to help you practice at a higher level of expertise within the scope of your current regulated license.
- Licensure Clarification: Our professional master's degrees provide advanced academic qualifications and professional certifications; however, they do not award a new or independent regulated healthcare license.
- Seamless Integration: This curriculum equips you with practical, high-impact tools and knowledge that integrate seamlessly into your practice, enabling you to elevate your standard of patient and client care and outcomes.
