Physiotherapy Studies 200

Course aim

The aim of this course is to provide an opportunity for students to develop an understanding and application of specific physiotherapy skills.

Course content

Relating the use of specific physiotherapy skills to the ICF framework. Electrophysical agents of heat/cold and ultrasound theory and practice. Principles of infection control applicable to included techniques. An introduction to subjective and objective examinations. An understanding of the theory and practice of manual handling and gait aid prescription and use. Code of conduct and safe practice in the use of all included techniques. Guidelines and practice for teaching other health workers in the use and safety of manual handling and gait aids.

Textbook(s)

Robertson, V, Ward, A, Low, J & Reed, A 2006, Electrotherapy explained: principles and practice, 4th, Butterworth Heinemann Elsevier, Sydney

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
HLTH 1030	Human Anatomy 101
REHB 1027	Physiotherapy Studies 101
REHB 1026	Physiotherapy Studies 100

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Practical	3 hours x 13 weeks
Practical	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Group presentation, Practical skills test, Written Test

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.