Course overview
The aim of this course is to provide opportunities for physiotherapists to apply and practice advanced knowledge, skills and clinical/professional reasoning in examination and evidence based management of patient/client problems relevant to a specific area of physiotherapy practice. Acquisition and clinical application of advanced physiotherapy theory, practical and professional skills, within an evidence based practice framework.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply advanced knowledge and understanding of wellness, health promotion and preventative care relevant to physiotherapy practice.
- Demonstrate advanced assessment and management skills relevant to the student's specific area of physiotherapy practice.
- Demonstrate advanced skills in fostering the patient or stakeholder-therapist alliance, within the context of health promotion, prevention and management.
- Demonstrate advanced professional reasoning in assessment and management of patients and/or stakeholder groups.
- Demonstrate the ability to keep clear and concise records of physiotherapy practice.
- Demonstrate the ability to liaise and work collaboratively with other health care professionals and/or stakeholders as indicated to promote wellness and manage existing health conditions.