Doctor of Physiotherapy

Curtin University

The Doctor of Physiotherapy is an Extended Masters degree that offers a fast-track pathway to becoming a physiotherapist. Through a series of coursework units, you will learn foundational knowledge in the broad range of specialist and practical areas that encompass the physiotherapy profession. In this course, you will complete case studies and clinical placements to help you apply your knowledge to make well-informed clinical decisions. Furthermore, your studies will emphasise evidence-based practice and encourage you to think critically.What you'll learnCritically appraise and synthesise appropriate evidence to ethically apply physiotherapeutic strategies for individuals and groups across the lifespanCompetently and confidently apply and lead physiotherapeutic practice in diverse and changing environments and across a range of practice areas for improved healthcare outcomes at individual and/or group levelCommunicate confidently and effectively to advocate for and educate individuals and groups of diverse cultural, linguistic, ability and gender backgroundsCompetently and innovatively use digital technologies that enhance healthcare deliveryBe curious, creative, and responsive to emerging evidence and practice change, and engage proactively and reflectively in lifelong learningDemonstrate knowledge of socio-politico-cultural influences on health care in a local and global context and an ability to respond to the national and international healthcare environment and broader healthcare prioritiesDemonstrate cultural capability and implement culturally appropriate interventions to improve healthcare outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoplesDisplay leadership and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders in interprofessional teams to achieve optimal client/patient outcomesAll practising physiotherapists must be registered with Physiotherapy Board of Australia which is part of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). This course is accredited by the Australian Physiotherapy Council. Graduates are eligible for registration in any state or territory of Australia. Registration in New Zealand is available under the terms of the Trans-Tasman agreement. Graduates applying for licensure in the United States of America, United Kingdom or Canada will be required to provide details of their program of studies to the relevant bodies and sit a licensing examination.

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