PhD in Neuropsychology: Cognitive Assessment and Rehabilitation

The PhD in Neuropsychology focuses on the relationship between the brain and behavior, with a special emphasis on the diagnosis and intervention of cognitive deficits. The program offers advanced training in neuropsychological assessment methodologies and the design and implementation of rehabilitation programs for individuals with brain injuries, neurodegenerative diseases, or neurodevelopmental disorders.
Aimed at psychologists and healthcare professionals, the course aims to train specialists with high clinical and scientific competence, capable of developing original research that contributes to the effectiveness of cognitive rehabilitation practices and to improving patients' quality of life.
🎯 Course Objectives
Deepen knowledge about the neurobiological bases of cognitive functions.
Master advanced neuropsychological assessment techniques for different populations.
Design, implement and evaluate evidence-based cognitive rehabilitation programs.
To train researchers and clinicians capable of innovating in the practice of neuropsychology.
📘 Curricular Structure The curriculum matrix was designed to integrate theory, clinical practice and research:
Neuroanatomy for Neuropsychologists
Models of Cognitive Functioning
Neuropsychological Assessment in Adults and the Elderly
Neuropsychological Assessment in Children and Adolescents
Neuropsychology of Executive Functions and Memory
Neuropsychology of Language and Perception
Cognitive Rehabilitation Techniques
Neuropsychopharmacology
Case Studies and Supervised Clinical Practice
Research Methodologies in Clinical Neuropsychology
Preparation of the Doctoral Thesis
📌 Note: The curriculum structure can be adapted according to the student's academic background and research interests. The course duration may be reduced depending on the student's performance and progress.
💻 Learning Modality: Available online and/or in-person, with full academic support. A modern platform with interactive content, discussion forums, individual tutoring, and access to a digital library. Flexible schedules adaptable to the student's personal and professional life.
📜 Certification and Recognition : Institutionally recognized Doctoral Degree issued by FAITEF. The diploma can be issued with the Hague Apostille, facilitating the validation and recognition process in over 100 countries that are signatories to the convention. All diplomas are issued with a European notary seal. Our academic secretariat provides the necessary support for international documentation procedures.
👥 Target Audience Psychologists, physicians (neurologists, psychiatrists, physiatrists), speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals who wish to specialize in cutting-edge neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation.
📞 Applications and Information For more information, visit the official FAITEF website and fill out the contact form. Our team is available to provide personalized support and answer any questions you may have.
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