Introduction

The cerebrum is the largest anatomical area of the human brain. Its major functions include controlling voluntary movements of the body, sensation, memory, emotions, and executive functioning. The cerebral cortex is the outer layer of the cerebrum. It represents the grey matter of the cerebrum and is involved in many functions, including motor function, planning and organisation, personality, processing sensory information and language. By understanding the function and processing power of the cerebral cortex, rehabilitation professionals will be better able to interact and effectively manipulate cues and motor input during therapeutic interventions.

This course provides an introduction to the cerebrum and cerebral cortex and discusses clinical syndromes associated with various regions of the cerebral cortex.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course you will be able to:

• discuss the key features of the anatomy and function of the cerebrum and cerebral cortex
• compare the basic functions of the four lobes and two hidden lobes of the cerebrum

Target audience

This course is aimed at rehabilitation professionals, students and assistants including but not limited to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Rehabilitation Doctors, Rehabilitation Nurses, Prosthetists, Orthotists, Psychologists, Audiologists, Dietetics, Social Workers. Community Health Workers, Nurses or Medical Doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.

Practicalities

• Availability - this course is online and can be completed on your own schedule.
• Hours of Learning - No deadlines are applied to this course and it can be started and completed in your own time according to your personal schedule. We expect the required elements to take around 1-1.5 hours depending on your schedule and learning style. Additionally there are many optional resources provided and if you choose to review these the course could take longer to complete.
• Types of Activities - This course includes instructional and/or practical videos, reading activities, AI supported learning activities, reflection, evaluation forms, a quiz and additional resources.
• Certificates - At the end of the course, when you have completed all of the required elements, you will be able to download a certificate of completion and 1 Plus points will be added to your personalised learning dashboard.

Instructor financial and non-financial disclosures

No relevant relationships disclosed by instructor.

Accessibility and Non-Discrimination Policy

Physiopedia Plus is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, disability, military status, sexual orientation or age in any aspect of our continuing education services. We are dedicated to ensuring that all learners can fully participate in our programmes. Participants who require accommodations or have special needs are encouraged to contact us with details so that we can make all reasonable efforts to meet these requirements.