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Master’s in Continuing Education in Ultrasound and Percutaneous, Transcutaneous, and Transcranial Nerve Stimulation
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- ModalityHybrid learning format
- LanguagesSpanish
- Credits60
- DateSeptember 14, 2026
- Ending DateJune 11, 2027
- Planning
In-person sessions: Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Online sessions: Monday to Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Places30
- Location
Blanquerna-URL - Carrer Padilla, 326-332. 08025 Barcelona
- Faculty
Blanquerna School of Health Sciences
Presentation
The Master’s in Continuing Education in Ultrasound and Percutaneous, Transcutaneous, and Transcranial Nerve Stimulation provides advanced training for health science professionals who wish to deepen their knowledge of the clinical and applied use of neuromusculoskeletal ultrasound and key peripheral and central nerve stimulation techniques.
The program combines a solid foundation in neurophysiology with intensive practical training, focused on integrating these techniques into clinical, healthcare, and research settings.
Who is it for?
The Master’s in Continuing Education in Ultrasound and Percutaneous, Transcutaneous, and Transcranial Nerve Stimulation is aimed at graduates in Physiotherapy and Medicine.
Program Objectives
- Provide advanced knowledge in neuroanatomy and neurophysiology applied to peripheral and central nerve stimulation.
- Train students in the use of ultrasound as an assessment and guidance tool in clinical procedures.
- Educate in the safe and rational application of percutaneous, transcutaneous, and transcranial nerve stimulation techniques.
- Promote the integration of these techniques into the overall therapeutic plan, based on scientific evidence and clinical reasoning.
- Encourage critical thinking and analytical skills in clinical practice and applied research.
Competències
- Apply neurophysiological knowledge to interpret the effects of peripheral and central nerve stimulation.
- Identify neuromusculoskeletal and nerve structures using high-resolution ultrasound.
- Perform ultrasound-guided procedures safely and efficiently.
- Select and apply nerve stimulation techniques according to therapeutic goals and clinical context.
- Integrate quality, safety, and ethical criteria in the use of health-related technologies.
- Critically interpret scientific evidence and participate in applied clinical research projects.
Why choose this master’s program?
Specialized master’s in ultrasound and nervous system stimulation in a blended learning format. The 60 ECTS credits provide advanced and integrated training, covering both fundamental concepts and practical application, enabling students to use neuromusculoskeletal ultrasound and percutaneous, transcutaneous, and transcranial nerve stimulation techniques rigorously in their professional practice.
Training oriented towards real clinical practice, with a significant focus on in-person seminars, practical workshops, clinical simulations, and supervised practice.
Program grounded in neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and current scientific evidence, allowing for appropriate clinical reasoning when applying the learned techniques.
Teaching team composed of professionals with extensive clinical, teaching, and research experience in ultrasound, neurophysiology, rehabilitation, and nerve stimulation, with a clear focus on evidence-based practice.
Flexible teaching model that combines online theoretical instruction with in-person sessions, facilitating compatibility with professional activity while maintaining continuing education.
News

July 12, 2023
Interview to Helena López, alumni from the bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy, in La Revista de Blanquerna
July 7, 2023
Congratulations to all of our master's and postgraduate graduates from the School of Health Sciences!

July 5, 2023
Dr. Arturo Goicoechea, godfather of the Graduation Ceremony of master's and postgraduate degrees of the School of Health Sciences
Academic information

Calendar
You can download the calendar for the 2026-2027.
Curriculum
Module 1: ANNUAL Subjects
Neurophysiology (8 ECTS)
- Neurophysiology of neurons, glia, and neural networks
- Plasticity and neuroimmune communication
- Neuroanatomy of CNS and PNS
- Neurophysiological basis of electrical and magnetic stimulation
Simulations (8 ECTS)
- Ultrasound applied to the upper limb
- Ultrasound applied to the lower limb
- Ultrasound applied to the trunk and spine
- Transcranial stimulation and clinical application
Module 2: FIRST SEMESTER Subjects
Physical Agents: Fundamentals and Application (5 ECTS)
- Microcurrents, radiofrequency, and high voltage
- Shockwaves and ultrasound-guided percutaneous electrolysis
- Peripheral magnetic stimulation
- Clinical reasoning in the use of physical agents
Neuromusculoskeletal Ultrasound and Electrical Stimulation of the Upper Limb (8 ECTS)
- Ultrasound anatomy of the upper limb
- Cadaver dissection and approach
- Transcutaneous and percutaneous nerve stimulation
- Clinical applications in pathophysiology
Neuromusculoskeletal Ultrasound and Electrical Stimulation of the Lower Limb (8 ECTS)
- Ultrasound anatomy of the lower limb
- Cadaver dissection and approach
- Ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve stimulation
- Clinical applications in specific contexts
Module 3: SECOND SEMESTER Subjects
Neuromusculoskeletal Ultrasound and Electrical Stimulation of the Trunk and Spine (8 ECTS)
- Ultrasound anatomy of trunk and spine
- Cadaver dissection and approach
- Ultrasound-guided nerve stimulation (cranial, intercostal, and lumbar nerves)
- Interdisciplinary clinical applications
Transcranial Approach and Assessment (5 ECTS)
- Electroencephalography and functional neuroimaging
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation (static and dynamic)
- Transcranial direct and alternating current stimulation
- Applications in clinical and research contexts
Clinical Reasoning and Advanced Neuromodulation Strategies (4 ECTS)
- Clinical reasoning in nerve stimulation
- Vagus nerve stimulation and spinal neuromodulation
- Deep brain stimulation
- Emerging neuromodulation strategies
Module 4: Master’s Final Project (6 ECTS)
- Design and execution of an applied research project
- Preparation of a supervised scientific report
- Oral defense of the project
- Integration of master’s program knowledge
Fees for the 2026-2027 academic year
Discounts available for master’s and postgraduate studies
*Discounts apply to official master’s degrees, lifelong learning master’s programs, and proprietary degrees, and are not cumulative: only one discount can be applied.
15% - Blanquerna Alumni Discount
Blanquerna alumni from any study program associated with a previous paid enrollment. Offered only once for each different type of qualification in which the alumnus/a wishes to enroll.
15% – Partner Companies Discount
Companies with which there is an external internship agreement.
10% – Professional Associations Discount
With all professional associations that have a valid collaboration agreement in place. Proof of membership is required.
10% – University Institutions Discount
Faculty, administrative staff, students, and alumni of university institutions with which there is a study/exchange agreement, for example, Universitat Ramon Llull or Emerson College.

Pain management, rehabilitation, and physical medicine.
Participation in multidisciplinary teams using non-invasive and ultrasound-guided nerve stimulation techniques as a complement to conventional treatments for chronic pain, sensorimotor impairments, and dysfunctions of the peripheral and autonomic nervous system.
Clinical neurorehabilitation.
Use of non-invasive transcranial stimulation and peripheral nerve stimulation techniques to support rehabilitation programs for patients with neurological damage, including stroke, movement disorders, and other central nervous system pathologies.
Sports and functional re-adaptation.
Ultrasound assessment of injuries, monitoring of recovery processes, and application of electrical stimulation techniques in the context of functional re-adaptation, post-injury recovery, and relapse prevention in sports settings.
Applied clinical research and knowledge transfer.
Collaboration on clinical research projects, trials, and applied studies related to ultrasound, nerve stimulation, and neurophysiology, as well as participation in innovation and knowledge transfer initiatives in healthcare.
Healthcare technology and medical devices industry.
Participation in clinical support, use validation, and advisory tasks related to ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and neuromodulation devices.

A direct link to your future career
Our work doesn't finish the moment you graduate. The Alumni department will support you to enable us to achieve an employment rate of 90% of students in the first year after graduation
Faculty
Ramírez García, Inés |
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Picañol, Javier |
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Sartori, Francesco |
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Morral Fernández, Antoni |
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Rodríguez Luna, David |
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Puig Diví, Albert |
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Sebastián, Carolina |
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López Plaza, Pedro Victor |
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Application process
To access the master degree and/or university specialization diplomas, you must hold an official Spanish university degree, or a degree from another country in the European Higher Education Area. These studies are also open to students with a degree issued by an education system outside the European Higher Education Area, who do not need to have it approved, provided that the level of training is equivalent to that of an official Spanish degree and that, in the country of origin, the degree gives access to graduate studies. However, admission does not in any case imply the convalidation of the degree or any other type of recognition beyond allowing the student to access master and graduate studies at the University.
Furthermore, these courses are open to people who do not have a degree but who, due to their professional or personal background, are considered qualified to take them. In these cases, the degree they will obtain will be a university extension.
The application process consists of two parts:
- Pre-enrollment
- Enrollment
Pre-enrollment
Students can pre-enroll online (by accessing Pre-enrollment | Blanquerna or the pre-enrollment option for each course). It can also be done in person at the School.
During the process, the candidate must submit the requested documentation:
- ID card, passport or NIE residence card.
- Certified photocopy of the qualification that gives the student access to the course or documentary proof that the relevant document has been requested.
- Copy of the official academic transcript with grades for the courses taken and the average mark of the qualification justifying admission.
- Students with studies qualifying them for access completed outside Spain: certificate issued by the relevant body (university, embassy, consulate) confirming that the studies qualify the student to undertake master degree or graduate studies in the country of issue. Students who come from a foreign university must provide details of the grading system used at their university, as well as the aforementioned documentation, which must comply with the requirements for translation and legalization established in current regulations.
- Payment of €50 in terms of pre-registration fee. The amount of the application will only be returned in case of cancellation of the course by the center. The amount will be returned during the course in which pre-registration has been made, upon presentation of the corresponding receipt. Payment is by credit or debit card using a secure and confidential process.
Once the pre-registration is completed, the candidate will be offered a date for an interview with the master’s program director or coordinator, who will assess their suitability and address any questions about the course they wish to enroll in. Student selection will take into account:
- Personal interview (60%)
- Professional experience / CV and motivation letter (40%)
After the assessment, the student will be informed of the interview outcome and the steps to follow to complete enrollment, if applicable.
Enrollment
Enrollment is the final step in the procedure to access the master degree or graduate studies. Each student will be informed in the letter of admission of his/her enrollment date. When enrollment is complete, with payment of the corresponding fee, the student will have definitively secured a place. If the student leaves the course, the enrollment fee will not be refunded in any case. The School reserves the right to cancel any courses for which the required minimum number of enrolled students has not been reached. In this case, the amount paid for enrollment will be refunded in full.
Documentation to be provided:
- Certified photocopy of the degree certificate or certified photocopy of the university studies completed.
- Official academic certification (list of subjects studied with their grade).
- Current account number for direct debit in case of payment by installments.
When students enroll, they will have two business days to pay the total cost of enrollment, by bank transfer, credit card or barcode. Studies can be paid in full or in installments, without any interest, by bank transfer.
If payment by installment is selected, students will have two business days following completion of enrollment to pay 33.3% of the total cost of the enrolled credits, using their chosen form of payment; this payment cannot be made by direct debit. The remaining 66.4% is split into two monthly installments, in January and March, payable by direct debit using the bank account number provided upon enrollment.
School alumni are given a 15% discount on the enrollment fee (non-cumulative discount). Distinctions obtained in the fourth academic year of the bachelor degree are not eligible for a discount in own master degrees and graduate studies. Prices are updated each academic year. Once enrollment is complete, the amount paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
When a student enrolls, a contract for the provision of teaching services is formalized between the student and the Blanquerna Foundation, which is legally binding from the time of payment. Payment includes the corresponding insurance and, for students under the age of twenty-eight, compulsory academic insurance. If a student declines to take up a place, he/she will lose in full any amount he/she has paid.
The student accepts the rules for the use of computer services established by the Blanquerna Foundation. The student's personal data will be included in an automated file under the responsibility of the Blanquerna Foundation, so that this contract can be maintained and fulfilled. Students should note that their data may also be used to inform them about the future activities of the Foundation, or for the institution to send them publications.
In accordance with the provisions of Organic Law 15/1999 on the protection of personal data, students have the right to access their data to update, rectify or cancel them, or object to their use, by sending a letter, indicating which right they want to exercise.
This section is a summary of the general conditions for enrollment. It is only for guidance and therefore has no contractual value. In the event of any discrepancy, the provisions of the general conditions for enrollment specified in the receipt generated at the time of enrollment will prevail; this receipt formalizes the contract between the student and the Blanquerna Foundation; students can consult it on the intranet whenever they wish.
Foreign students
The School reserves the right to ask candidates with qualifications outside the EES for a letter from their university, embassy or consulate to certify that their studies enable them to pursue a master degree or graduate studies.
Students are responsible for having all the official documentation necessary for their stay in Spain while studying at the School. Applicants can ask for a pre-acceptance document attached to the pre-enrollment receipt to initiate applications for visas or scholarships or carry out any other administrative procedure. Under no circumstances does this document guarantee a place if all the access and admission requirements are not met. Once applicants have been accepted and enrollment is complete, they can request a letter of admission from the Academic Secretary, if required, by paying the corresponding fees.
Contact us
For more information, please contact the prospective students department [email protected]
Master’s Final Project, 6 ECTS
Integrative module of the entire master’s program, starting with a group in-person tutorial (20 h) and followed by the assignment of a tutor to conduct four individual tutorials aimed at preparing a research project, which must be presented as a scientific article, along with an oral presentation and defense session.
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The practical components of this training will be conducted in a simulation format, in the classroom.
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