Course overview
The aim of this course is to develop and apply advanced evidence-based clinical knowledge of childhood conditions and child development to undertake safe and effective physiotherapy assessment and management of children using family-centred practice principles. Application of advanced evidence-based clinical knowledge and skills required for paediatric physiotherapy practice using family-centred principles, relevant to a variety of contexts and service-delivery models of care. Causes and mechanisms of activity limitations and participation restrictions in children. Pathophysiology and sequelae of a range of congenital, chronic, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological and degenerative conditions requiring physiotherapy management during childhood and adolescence. Physiotherapy evaluation procedures, outcome measures and management planning relevant to these conditions.
Physiotherapy management including specific therapeutic techniques, exercise, application of principles of motor learning, functional mobility, postural control, gait, use of orthoses, mobility aids and other assistive devices, equipment and technology, cardiorespiratory fitness/physical activity management. Caregiver engagement/support/education. Support for inclusion in childhood settings, programming for a variety of settings. Culturally responsive care; Social and emotional issues relating to disability, Occupational health and safety issues especially manual handling. The role of other team members within the management team, models of service delivery and advocacy.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding and application of knowledge relevant to childhood conditions requiring physiotherapy assessment and management
- Apply knowledge of typical childhood development and demonstrate precision in the execution of assessment tools in the child's evaluation and physiotherapy management
- Apply clinical reasoning skills to conduct an appropriate and holistic evaluation, establish a physiotherapy management plan, and critically evaluate and measure the effectiveness of the management
- Critically examine the role of physiotherapy as an advocate, and as part of the interprofessional management of children in various environments and service-delivery models
- Implement safe, effective and evidence-based physiotherapy management of children
- Apply family-centred practice principles, including engaging, supporting and educating caregivers in the prevention and management of children's activity limitations and/or participation restrictions
- Demonstrate professional, culturally responsive and ethical behaviour required of an entry level physiotherapist when working with children and families that is consistent with Australian Physiotherapy Association's and Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency's codes, policies and guidelines.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 26598
Section CL01
Size 25
Available 5
Notes:
Class number 26600
Section CL03
Size 25
Available 8
Notes:
Class number 26599
Section CL02
Size 25
Available 10
Notes:
Class number 26597
Section LE01
Size 75
Available 23
Notes:
Class number 23204
Section PR01
Size 75
Available 23
Class number 26601
Section TU01
Size 25
Available 5
Class number 26602
Section TU02
Size 25
Available 10
Class number 26603
Section TU03
Size 25
Available 8
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 56385
Section CL01
Size 25
Available 10
Notes:
Class number 56386
Section CL02
Size 25
Available 8
Notes:
Class number 56387
Section CL03
Size 25
Available 8
Notes:
Class number 56391
Section TU03
Size 25
Available 8
Class number 56389
Section TU01
Size 25
Available 10
Class number 56390
Section TU02
Size 25
Available 8
Class number 56388
Section LE01
Size 75
Available 26
Notes:
Class number 53254
Section PR01
Size 75
Available 26
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