Course overview
The aim of this course is to develop advanced knowledge of clinical syndromes of the musculoskeletal system and their underlying biopsychosocial constructs and proficiency in the autonomous assessment and management of individuals presenting for a physiotherapy service. This course provides direct, best practice experience of a private health service delivery model. Students will be responsible for organising and managing all aspects of patient care including an evidence based approach to clinical assessments and interventions, monitoring of progress using appropriate outcome measures, education, and decision-making regarding continuation or cessation of care or on-referral. Students will perform administrative tasks (appointment booking, statistics, etc.,) consistent with requirements of private health service delivery.
Course learning outcomes
- Plan and implement an efficient, effective, culturally responsive and client-centred physiotherapy assessment, demonstrating proficiency in clinical reasoning.
- Educate, motivate and empower the client and relevant others to take control of their health, to maintain wellness and implement effective self-management strategies.
- Demonstrate comprehensive evidence-based physiotherapy management skills (techniques, exercises, interprofessional liaison, referral) and administrative skills (appointment booking, record keeping, and review of client satisfaction with care).
- Implement advanced communication skills including the use of interactive technologies recognising the culture, level of language and technology proficiency, health literacy and comprehension ability of the client and relevant others.
- Evaluate their learning needs, engaging in relevant knowledge and skills development and recognising situations that are outside their scope of expertise or competence and when to seek professional support.
- Demonstrate professional, culturally appropriate and ethical behaviour consistent with the requirements of an entry level physiotherapist in the practice setting and consistent with Australian Physiotherapy Association's and Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency's Code of Conduct.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 24236
Section CL01
Size 20
Available -1
Notes:
Class number 24235
Section CL02
Size 20
Available 3
Notes:
Class number 24234
Section CL03
Size 20
Available 4
Notes:
Class number 22326
Section LE01
Size 60
Available 6
Notes:
Class number 26596
Section PR01
Size 60
Available 6
Class number 24237
Section TU01
Size 60
Available 6
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 54170
Section CL01
Size 20
Available 1
Notes:
Class number 54169
Section CL02
Size 20
Available 10
Notes:
Class number 54168
Section CL03
Size 20
Available 8
Notes:
Class number 54167
Section CL04
Size 20
Available 20
Notes:
Class number 52490
Section LE01
Size 80
Available 39
Notes:
Class number 56384
Section PR01
Size 80
Available 39
Class number 52491
Section TU01
Size 80
Available 39
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