Courses & Units
Physiotherapy Practice 2 CXA709
Introduction
This professional experience placement unit brings together core foundational physiotherapy practice knowledge and skills and requires students to apply them to work in supervised practice with clients who present with musculoskeletal or neuromuscular conditions. There is a retained focus on the application of core theoretical knowledge and threshold concepts related to person and client centredness, biopsychosocial models of practice, clinical reasoning, self-reflection, critical thinking, cultural safety and awareness, pharmacology and evidence-based practice to direct client care. . Students will further develop knowledge and skills, at a developing-proficient level, related to . clinical assessment and treatment skills for physiotherapy in the management of movement disorders. Students will learn to evaluate, quantify and interpret motor and sensory impairments, activities of postural control and gait, and develop skills in motor retraining for neurological and musculoskeletal dysfunctions.
Summary
| Unit name | Physiotherapy Practice 2 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CXA709 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Neil Tuttle |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Cradle Coast | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Critically evaluate the evidence base that supports the assessment and management of musculoskeletal and/or neuromuscular, disorders.
- Assess and interpret movement dysfunction in relation to underlying impairments and use clinical reasoning to plan and implement physiotherapy interventions related to retraining motor skills, strengthening and stretching.
- Perform safe manual handling and sensory test for electro-physical agents.
- Collaborate interprofessionally and communicate clinical information to patients/clients, carers, other healthcare practitioners and other stakeholders.
- Apply critical self-reflection and the attributes of life-long learning, inquiry and relate to ongoing professional development.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 061701 | $1,002.00 | $1,002.00 | not applicable | $2,402.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CXA707 Physiotherapy Practice 1Co-requisites
CXA708 Integrated Physiotherapy 1Teaching
| Assessment | Public Communication Video (30%)|Physiotherapy Skills Performance (40%)|Applied Clinical Reasoning (30%)|Assessment of Physiotherapy Practice |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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