Course overview
The aim of this course is to develop specialised knowledge of biopsychosocial constructs underpinning conditions requiring rehabilitation input across the lifespan, advanced assessment and management skills for selected conditions, and specialised knowledge in theoretical framework of movement. Students will learn the causes and mechanisms of abnormal movement, the pathophysiology and sequalae of a range of congenital, chronic and degenerative conditions requiring physiotherapy input.
Knowledge of safe, effective and patient-centred assessment and management techniques appropriate for rehabilitation settings.
Skills in assessment (including use of appropriate outcome measures) and management of conditions requiring physiotherapy input across the lifespan.
Theory and application of culturally responsive, ethical and legal physiotherapy practice related to disability and aging in a simulated environment.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the biopsychosocial factors related to selected conditions requiring physiotherapy input in rehabilitation settings.
- Demonstrate a critical knowledge of selected assessment and intervention strategies required for effective physiotherapy practice in rehabilitation settings.
- Demonstrate the safe and effective practice of selected assessment and management strategies for physiotherapy practice in rehabilitation settings.
- Apply clinical reasoning skills to accurately interpret physiotherapy assessment findings and plan and execute a safe and effective intervention in rehabilitation settings.
- Demonstrate professional, culturally responsive and ethical behaviour consistent with the Australian Physiotherapy Association, and Physiotherapy Board of Australia's codes, policies and guidelines.