Advanced Physiotherapy Practice Theory

Course aim

The aim of this course is to provide physiotherapists with advanced knowledge and analytical clinical reasoning skills for the application and evaluation of complex conditions that aim to improve patient health.

Course content

Role of foundation sciences in advanced clinical physiotherapy. Principles and processes of culturally competent approaches and prioritising cultural safety and cultural respect. Evidence based practice to support clinical decision making, Reflections on practice, recognising limits of clinical expertise and management. Integrated knowledge of pathology, anatomy, physiology and other core biomedical sciences relevant to human health and function, encompassing function, encompassing either cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, neurological and other body systems within the context of physiotherapy and the client’s needs. Theoretical concepts and principles relevant to physiotherapy practice in health promotion and facilitation of client self management strategies to enhance their health and well being.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

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

Assignment, Portfolio

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.250
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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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.