The Kinesiology Taping online course combines many different kinesiology taping techniques. In the Kinesiology Taping online course, you will learn how skeletal muscles can be kinesiologically taped and how to correctly apply kinesiology tape in a muscle-based way. The main aim of muscle-based techniques is to reduce the tension in the skeletal muscles and thereby positively affect the joints and the body as a whole. When using muscle-specific techniques, the kinesiology tape is applied without stretching from the origin of the skeletal muscle to the point of insertion or vice versa while stretching the client's skeletal muscles. In addition to muscle-based techniques, the online course will also cover 'continuation' techniques: typically, a kinesiology tape is applied to the human body with stretching tension to partially change the position of the joints (and also the bones) to ensure better posture or joint stability, to prevent injuries, etc. The difference between the techniques is that while the muscle-based techniques are applied primarily by stretching the skeletal muscles, the so-called 'continuation' techniques are more characterized by the opposite situation: the kinesiology tape ensures that the skeletal muscles are strengthened. However, these are not the only 'continuation' techniques, as lymphatic circulation techniques, ligament techniques, pain point techniques, etc., are also discussed in the Kinesiology Taping online course.
1. Title of the Curriculum
Kinesioteipimine (e-kursus)
2. Curriculum Group
Therapy and rehabilitation
3. Learning Outcomes and Objective
Objective: anda e-kursusel osalejale ülevaade kinesioteipimise erinevatest tehnikatest.
Learning outcomes and their assessment
Participant of the Kinesiology Taping online course:
- is familiar with the different techniques of kinesiology taping;
- understands the basics of kinesiology tape application;
- be able to independently locate skeletal muscles origins and insertions with the aid of the learning material;
- be able to measure the correct length of kinesiology tape and, if necessary, cut kinesiology tape to a proper shape;
- be able to correctly apply the kinesiology tape in a muscle-based way, based on the given situation;
- can adjust the client's posture, then optimize the stretching tension of the kinesiology tape and apply it to the skin using the basic principles of a specific kinesiology taping technique.
The following assessment methods are used to assess the achievement of the learning outcomes:
- sub-module tests (4 in total);
- lühiküsimustele vastamine neljas erinevas moodulis;
- valikvastustega lõpptest (30 küsimust);
- praktiline arvestus (iseseisev praktiliste ülesannete sooritamine): personaalse kinesioteipimise konspekti koostamine – kinesioteipide paigaldamine erinevate situatsioonide põhiselt.
Õpiväljundite hindamine toimub iga alamooduli lõpus. Kirjalikele ülesannetele antakse kirjalikult tagasisidet, mis võib võtta aega 1–3 tööpäeva; alles seejärel, kui iseseisev töö on üle vaadatud ja tagasiside antud, saab liikuda järgmise (ala)mooduli juurde.
4. Conditions for Starting Studies
There are no prerequisites to participate in the Kinesiology Taping online course; applying the kinesiology tape is not a difficult process, so we did not find it necessary to set additional prerequisites.
5. Total Volume and Structure of Study
The Kinesio Taping online course has a total of 20 academic hours, all of which are independent work (including e-learning). One academic hour is equal to 45 minutes.
The Kinesiology Taping online course consists of four main modules:
I. General Theory
The first module provides an overview of the basic principles of kinesiology taping, including different techniques and their applications. It explains how and when to use the various techniques, how to apply kinesiology tape correctly, and more. This module introduces the fundamentals of kinesiology taping and provides a solid foundation for the following modules, which will be more practical.
II. Kinesiology Taping of the Upper Extremities
The second module focuses on the upper extremities, covering the kinesiology taping techniques that can be used in this area. Guidance and explanations are provided on how to most effectively use kinesiology taping on the hand, forearm, upper arm, and shoulder girdle area.
III. Kinesiology Taping of the Lower Extremities
The third module follows a similar structure to the second. It focuses on the kinesiology taping of the lower limbs, including the pelvic girdle, thigh, lower leg, and foot. Guidance is also provided on what to do and what to avoid to ensure effective kinesiology taping.
IV. Kinesiology Taping of Other Areas
The final module reviews other body areas that can be taped using kinesiology taping techniques.
6. Content of Study and Learning Methods
The Kinesiology Taping online course includes the following topics:
- the history of kinesiology tape and kinesiotaping;
- an overview of kinesiology tapes;
- the advantages and disadvantages of different kinesiotaping techniques;
- misconceptions about kinesiotaping;
- the range of creativity acceptable in kinesiotaping;
- main indications and contraindications of kinesiotaping;
- the way kinesiology tape works and its effects compared with other fields;
- the shapes, colors, cost, and price of kinesiology tape;
- the basics of application and removal of the kinesiology tape;
- skeletal muscles correct stretching;
- the role of breathing when kinesiotaping;
- major versus minor skeletal muscles and skeletal muscle cooperation;
- skeletal muscles names, their origins, and insertions at the base level;
- the duration of time the kinesiology tape stays on the skin and its correct removal;
- application of kinesiology tape to the muscles of the arm, forearm, upper arm, shoulder girdle, thigh, pelvic tilt, shoulder blade, neck muscles, etc;
- knee and ankle kinesiotaping; foot arches kinesiotaping;
- kinesiotaping of the pelvis and back; kinesiotaping for scoliosis;
- shoulders position correction; affecting smaller joints (e.g., the thumb joint) with kinesiology tape;
- kinesiotaping for pregnant; kinesiotaping for swelling;
- so-called "pain point" kinesiotaping;
- modified kinesiotaping;
- other body regions that could be kinesiotaped.
Kinesioteipimise e-kursusel kasutatakse õppemeetoditena videopõhist õpet, visuaalset õpet, probleemõpet, praktilisi harjutusi, analüüsi, iseseisvat õpet, kirjalikke ülesandeid ja teste ning praktilise töö esitamist.
7. Description of the Learning Environment
E-kursus toimub veebipõhises õpikeskkonnas, kuhu osalejal on ööpäevaringne ligipääs. Õppeks on vajalik kiire internetiühendus ja seade, mis võimaldab vaadata videoid ning esitada iseseisvaid töid. Soovitatav on kasutada arvutit, kuid kursuse saab enamasti läbida ka nutiseadmega (näiteks telefoniga).
8. Conditions for Issuing Graduation Documents
The Kinesiology Taping online course assesses the achievement of learning outcomes. To achieve the learning objectives, participants have to successfully pass multiple-choice tests and various written tasks (answering short questions, etc.), as well as the final test and the written examination. A certificate will be awarded upon achievement of the learning outcomes. If not all learning objectives are achieved, a notice will be issued. The notice is issued on condition that at least 70% of the online course has been completed.
Tunnistus või tõend väljastatakse elektrooniliselt. Juhul kui soovite tunnistust või tõendit paberkandjal ja postiga saadetuna, on selle trükkimine ja saatmine Eestimaa piires 15 eurot; kaugemale saatmine toimub vastavalt kokkuleppele. Tasu tunnistuse või tõendi trükkimiseks ja saatmiseks on kehtestatud lihtsal põhjusel: kulu spetsiaalsele paberile, trükkimisele, ümbrikule ja saatmisele ning aeg, mis kogu protsessiks kulub. Soovime hoida põhifookust kursuste korraldamisel, mitte kulutada ülemäära aega formaalsele poolele. Elektrooniliselt tunnistuse või tõendi väljastamine võtab aega umbes 5 minutit, kuid paberkandjal kordades rohkem. Samas mõistame, et osa õppijaid soovib tunnistust või tõendit paberkandjal, mistõttu on see võimalus meie poolt tagatud mõistliku tasu eest.
9. Description of the Course Instructor’s Qualification, Learning or Work Experience Required for Conducting the Course or Studies
Koolitaja peab olema õppinud kinesioteipimist kursuseformaadis ning omama põhjalikke teadmisi inimese anatoomiast ja füsioloogiast. Koolitajal peab olema ka bakalaureuse- või magistrikraad erialal, mis toetab venitustehnikate mõistmist ja õiget juhendamist, näiteks sporditeaduse magistrikraad. Soovituslik on ka massaažialane taust, kuna see aitab paremini tajuda skeletilihaste paiknemist ja rühimuutusi ning seeläbi kliente oskuslikumalt juhendada. Samuti on soovitatav ka varasem töökogemus meditsiinisektoris või mõnes muus seotud valdkonnas, mis toetab erinevate haiguste ja terviseseisundite mõistmist. Lisaks peab koolitajal olema vähemalt 5-aastane kogemus täiskasvanute õpetamisel ja e-õppe korraldamisel.
10. Kus saab registreerida kinesioteipimise e-kursusele? Kaua saab e-kursust läbida?
You can enroll in the Kinesiology Taping online course here.
The Kinesiology Taping online course can be accessed for one year after enrolment. As the online course is based on recorded video lectures, you can complete it at a time and pace that suits you.