Physiotherapy Studies 200

Course aim

To develop knowledge of musculoskeletal conditions requiring physiotherapy input, and assessment and management skills for selected conditions across the lifespan.

Course content

Theory, assessment and management techniques for selected musculoskeletal conditions across the lifespan, Principles and techniques related to infection control and informed consent, and application of principles to practice. Theory and safe and professional use of electrophysical agents.

Textbook(s)

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

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

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

Assessment

Skills demonstration, Test

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
To determine the fee for this course as part of a Commonwealth Supported program, go to:
How to determine your Commonwealth Supported course fee. (Opens new window)

Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
International students and students undertaking this course as part of a postgraduate fee paying program must refer to the relevant program home page to determine the cost for undertaking this course.

Non-award enrolment
Non-award tuition fees are set by the university. To determine the cost of this course, go to:
How to determine the relevant non award tuition fee. (Opens new window)

Not all courses are available on all of the above bases, and students must check to ensure that they are permitted to enrol in a particular course.

* 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.