Advanced Practice in Physiotherapy GE

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
REHB 6002
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Course ID
204849
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
12
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Course level
6
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to develop advanced professional leadership and clinical skills required to be ready to commence work as an autonomous physiotherapy practitioner within interdisciplinary teams. Integrated advanced clinical reasoning and self reflective skills for person centred care in acute and rehabilitation practice. Integration of evidence into assessment and management (including education) of clients with complex presentations, interprofessional communication and teamwork skills, workload prioritisation, professional leadership skills, requirements for initial and ongoing registration and employability.

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply safe and effective assessment and management of clients with complex presentations
  • Integrate evidence based practice, advanced clinical reasoning, person centred assessment and management and high level self reflection skills into clinical practice
  • Use advanced communication skills to operate effectively in an inter-professional team.
  • Demonstrate professional leadership, culturally responsive and ethical behaviour as required of an entry level physiotherapist that is consistent with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia's codes, policies and guidelines.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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