Anatomy & Physiology Cert.

£179.00

This course will give students a valuable introduction into Anatomy and Physiology. Starting from the very basics students will gain all the required knowledge before progressing onto further studies.

Entry requirements:

There are no previous skills or qualifications required to register for this study programme.

Support:

All students will be assigned a personal tutor with whom they may correspond with via email. Tutors are assigned upon receipt of your first assignment 

Duration:

All students have one year to complete this course from date of enrolment. Average study of 80 hours.

Provided materials: 

  • Course Manual
  • A4 Folder
  • Pen, Pencil and Ruler
  • Paper
  • Freepost Envelopes
  • Unlimited email support Monday to Friday
  • College Certification
This course comes complete in a college bag for real flexibility

Course syllabus:

All about anatomy and physiology

Evolution of the human body
Similarities and individual differences in the human body
Definitions in anatomy and physiology
Common prefixes and suffixes
Levels of biological organization
The interdependence of the body’s systems
Main biological functions
Anatomical terms and features
Assessing the client

Unit 1: Cells and tissues

The structure and properties of cells
Cell metabolism and nutrition
The basic principles of homeostasis
Types and functions of epithelial tissue
Types and functions of connective tissue
Types and functions of bone tissue
Types and functions of muscle tissue
Types and functions of membranes
Disorders and diseases of cells and tissues
Cells and tissues and the ageing process

Unit 2: The skin, hair and nails

The structure and functions of the skin
The layers of the epidermis
The structures found in the dermis
The subcutaneous layer
The structure of the hair
The hair growth cycle
The structure of the nail

Unit 3: The skeletal system

The structure of the skeleton
Functions of the skeleton
Ossification and growth
Types of bone tissue
Classification of bone
Types of joints
The structure of synovial joints
Movement at joints
Cartilage, ligaments and tendons
Disorders of bones and joints
Effects of ageing on the skeletal system
 
Unit 4: Muscles and the muscular system 

Types of muscle tissues: voluntary, involuntary and cardiac
The functions and structure of voluntary muscle
The structure and functions of tendons
Chief muscles of the shoulders
Chief muscles of the upper and lower limbs
Chief muscles of the anterior and posterior aspects of the trunk
Muscle contraction
Muscle fatigue
Variations in muscle performance
Effect of treatments on muscle performance
Diseases and disorders of muscles
Effects of ageing on the muscular system

Unit 5: The blood circulatory system

The functions of the circulatory system
The composition of blood
The types and functions of blood cells
The functions and structure of blood vessels
The circulation
The heart
Pulse rate and blood pressure
Diseases and disorders of the blood circulatory system
Ageing and the blood circulatory system

Unit 6: The lymphatic system

Components of the lymphatic system
Functions of the lymphatic system
The lymphatic pathway
The major lymph nodes in the body
The spleen
The tonsils and adenoids
The thymus gland
Disorders and diseases of the lymphatic system
Ageing and the lymphatic system

Unit 7: The respiratory system.

The organs of respiration
Gaseous exchange (the process of respiration)
The process of breathing
Different types of breathing
The effects of pollution on the respiratory system
Common disorders of the respiratory system
Ageing and the respiratory system

Unit 8: The nervous system

The structure and function of a nerve cell
The structure and function of the central nervous system (CNS)
The structure and function of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)
The sensory system
The structure and function of the autonomic nervous system (ANS)
The nature of a reflex action
Disorders and diseases of the nervous system
The effects of ageing on the nervous system

Unit 9: The endocrine system

The names and positions of the main endocrine glands
The names of the functions of the major hormones
How the pituitary or ‘master gland” regulates the other glands
Diseases and disorders of the endocrine system
The effects of ageing on the endocrine system

Unit 10: The digestive system

The organs and structure of digestion
The process of digestion from ingestion to elimination
The metabolism of food including absorption and utilization of nutrients
The functions of enzymes
The storage and breakdown of adipose tissue
The absorption and elimination of water

Unit 11: The excretory and urinary system

Regulation of body fluids
Regulation of salts
Maintenance of pH
The structure and function of the urinary system
The location, structure and function of the kidneys
Urine production and excretion
The location, structure and function of the large intestine
The composition and elimination of faeces
The absorption and elimination of water in the digestive system
The structure and function of sweat glands
Diseases and disorders of the excretory system
The effects of ageing on the excretory system

Unit 12: The reproductive system 

The structure and function of the male reproductive system
The structure and function of the female reproductive system
The menstrual cycle
Fertilisation, pregnancy and birth
The process of meiosis
The menopause
The function and structure of the female breast
Diseases and disorders of the reproductive system
The effects of ageing on the reproductive system

Examination:

No examination is necessary

Assessment method:

This course is completed using continual assessment, allowing your tutor to closely monitor your progress every step of the way. Therefore no examination is required.

Qualification: 

Anatomy and Physiology Certificate issued by the UK Open College

 

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