Mar 17, 2026  
University of Alberta Calendar 2026-2027 
    
Catalog Navigation
  Calendar Home
  Academic Schedule
  Colleges and Faculties
  University Regulations
  Undergraduate Admissions
  Undergraduate Programs
  Graduate Admissions
  Graduate Regulations
  Graduate Programs
  Course Listings
  About the University
  About the Calendar
  Inquiries
HELP
University of Alberta Calendar 2026-2027

REHAB 542 - Advancing Practice in Stroke Rehabilitation

Course Career Graduate
Units 3
Approved Hours 3-0-0
Fee index 15
Faculty Rehabilitation Medicine
Department Rehabilitation Medicine
Typically Offered either term or Spring/Summer

Description
The goal of this course is to develop a proposal that could be implemented into a work environment that incorporates advanced/best practices in stroke rehabilitation. Students will choose a project based on the knowledge gained in the previous courses and on needs that they identify within a practice setting. Students will gain knowledge and experience in organizational change management while working collaboratively with a host site. Students will gain skills in the area they choose for their proposal through tailored mentoring. The mentor will facilitate the process of moving evidence into practice by providing content expertise in implementation of best practice in stroke rehabilitation in a clinical setting. Additionally, this process is expected to provide students with valuable professional contacts. Prerequisite: REHAB 541.