Module 1: Basic Science of the Spine
This challenging module covers the fundamental science of the spine knowledge that spine surgeons need to become the best. It provides an in-depth overview of the basics of spinal disorders and constructs the base of knowledge for other modules of the eccElearning Diploma in Spine Surgery.
It takes 2-3 months to complete with a study commitment of 7-9 hours per week.
Course Features
Course Structure: 22 online lectures, each with pre- and post- learning assessments, additional learning materials and a Module Examination.
Tuition language: English
Study Commitment: 7-9 Hours of study per week
Duration: 3 Months Access - expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
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Editors: Prof Norbert Boos and Prof Mazda Farshad
Pricing & Enrolment
Select a package below to enrol and to see what's included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately.
Module 1 - Essential Package
Enrolment Fee: €449
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The Essential Package of Module 1 includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference Material Abstracts
- Online Module Examination
It does not include:
Downloadable Reference Material
Duration 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
Module 1 - Deluxe
Enrolment Fee: €549
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The Deluxe Package of Module 1 Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference list and Abstracts
- Downloadable Reference Material
- Online Module Examination
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
What you will cover in Module 1 Basic Science of the Spine
This module provides an in-depth overview of the basics of spinal disorders and constructs the base of knowledge for other modules.
The summary of history of spinal disorders allows understanding of how developments occurred.
The knowledge on Spinal Biomechanics and Cell Biology are important in understanding of diseases and treatment strategies in spine surgery.
Pathways of Spinal Pain, genetics of spinal disorders and age-related changes are important in every aspect of understanding treatment strategies that are discussed in further modules in more detail.
Principles of spinal balance and development of spinal dys-balance are reviewed and summarised.
Basic technical concepts of biomechanics of spinal instrumentation, biologics in fusion, and also epidemiological concepts such as predictors of treatment outcome and spinal registries are provided.
The pre-operative evaluation of the patient, including history and physical assessment, imaging studies and neurological investigations are summarised. Anaesthesiological aspects before, during and after a spine surgery are described in a very understandable and efficient way.
Learning Objectives
- Know the main steps in the history of spinal disorders
- Understand principles of spinal biomechanics and biomechanics of spinal instrumentation
- Know the concepts of cell biology in spine, and the biology of spinal fusion
- Understand spinal balance and dys-balance
- Have an overview about the epidemiology of spinal disorders, predictors of treatment outcomes and the function of spine registries
- Know the principles of pre-operative assessment of a patient, including spinal imaging and neurological investigations
- Understand the concepts of anaesthesiological management of a spine patient before, during and after surgery
Lectures in this Module
You can browse the individual Lecture in this Module below, or download a PDF of our Diploma Lecture List.
Testimonials of our Module 1 Lectures
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Module 1: Basic Science
Pricing & Enrolment
Select a package below to enrol and to see what's included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately.
Module 1 - Essential Package
Enrolment Fee: €449
More information
The Essential Package of Module 1 includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference Material Abstracts
- Online Module Examination
It does not include:
Downloadable Reference Material
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Skills Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
Module 1 - Deluxe Package
Enrolment Fee: €549
More information
The Deluxe Package of Module 1 Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference list and Abstracts
- Standard Package Downloadable Reference Materials
- Online Module Examination
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Skills Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is an eccElearning Module?
A: eccElearning Modules are in-depth surgical education courses focused on a specific area of expertise - for example, Spine Trauma or Spine Tumours. They contain 13-23 online spine surgery Lectures and all materials associated with them, including narrated Lecture presentations, assessments, downloadable references (Deluxe Package only), and the Certificate Examination. You can work towards the full Spine Surgery Diploma by completing all the relevant Modules.
Q: What does a Module include?
A: Modules are made up of 13-23 online spine surgery Lectures relevant to the Module area. This means you get all online Lecture Presentations, downloadable references (Deluxe Packages only), pre- and post- learning assessments, and the Module Examination. You will have access to all these materials for 3 months - if you buy subsequent Modules, access will extend up to a maximum of 24 Months.
Q: Is there a final exam?
A: All our Modules have a final 1-hour Multiple-Choice Question Examination. The Examination is only able to be taken once all the Lecture Assessments for that Module have been completed successfully.
Q: Is there a time limit for completing a Module?
A: Yes, you have a study period of 3 Months, though typical completion time is 2 Months. If you buy subsequent Modules within this time, your access will be extended by a further 3 Months per Module, up to a maximum of 24 Months.
Q: Can I request an extension?
A: Extensions are possible in justifiable circumstances. Contact us via our feedback/enquiry form to discuss your case.
Q: Can I try before I buy?
A: Yes. A free trial Lecture is available for you to review. Just register at www.eccelearning.com and navigate to Your Free Demo Lecture.
Q: What payment methods are accepted?
A: All major credit and debit cards.
