Course overview
The aim of this course is to develop an understanding of principles and implications of biopsychosocial physiotherapy practice. Biopsychosocial models underpinning and influencing individual and community health behaviors, behavior change processes and physiotherapy assessment, planning and practice; communication skills for identifying and clarifying biopsychosocial cues for action within client encounters; Physiotherapy oriented introductory skills in behaviour change approaches, cultural competence and inclusive practice; Relationships between thoughts, beliefs and behaviours specific to health, how these inform psychological strategies (cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, stress management) and implications for physiotherapy practice; Relationships between social factors and health of specific populations including Aboriginal and The aim of this course is Torres Islanders, how these inform culturally responsive strategies and implications for physiotherapy practice.
Course learning outcomes
- Explain current thinking concerning the biopsychosocial framework.
- Explain how biopsychosocial factors influence them as trainee health professionals and future physiotherapists.
- Describe how psychological and social factors influence the health of individuals and communities.
- Demonstrate an ability to identify psychological and social cues within a patient assessment.
- Identify and communicate a plan for appropriate behaviour change and culturally responsive practice within a physiotherapist-client interaction.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 55363
Section LE01
Size 200
Available 109
Class number 55366
Section WS01
Size 25
Available 0
Class number 55367
Section WS02
Size 25
Available 20
Class number 55368
Section WS03
Size 25
Available 23
Class number 55369
Section WS04
Size 25
Available 17
Class number 55370
Section WS05
Size 25
Available 4
Class number 55371
Section WS06
Size 25
Available 14
Class number 55372
Section WS07
Size 25
Available 8
Class number 55373
Section WS08
Size 25
Available 23
Whyalla
Class number 55364
Section LE01
Size 10
Available 10
Class number 55365
Section WS01
Size 10
Available 10
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