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Paediatric Physiotherapy Theory (PHTY90013)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Overview
Availability | February - Dual-Delivery |
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Fees | Look up fees |
This subject will comprise theoretical knowledge and discussion of current advances in physiotherapy in the areas of paediatric cardiorespiratory, neurological and orthopaedic physiotherapy. Study of bioscience pertaining to these areas will form the basis for the management of common paediatric conditions. This subject involves a two-week intensive theory block. Students will complete a class presentation and submit two written assessment tasks during the subject.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students are expected to be able to:
- Apply knowledge and skills of advanced clinical physiotherapy practice integrated with new information about the assessment and management of paediatric conditions, family-centred practice and current theories of movement development
- Develop effective written and oral communication skills to convey knowledge gained about evidence-based paediatric physiotherapy practice
- Apply an advanced understanding of the international context and sensitivities of paediatric physiotherapy practice particularly in relation to ethics, professional behaviour and research
Generic skills
On completion of the subject, students will be expected to be able to demonstrate:
- Application of theory and research to clinical scenarios.
- Clear communication skills to promote evidence-based practice.
- Well-developed problem solving skills.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
For Postgraduate Certificate students:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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PHTY90040 | Physiotherapy Professional Portfolio |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
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25 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Class presentation
| End of the teaching period | 25% |
Written assignment
| Mid semester | 25% |
Written assignment
| End of semester | 50% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- February
Coordinator Tara Fitzgerald Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 14 February 2022 to 25 February 2022 Last self-enrol date 16 February 2022 Census date 11 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 1 April 2022 Assessment period ends 25 April 2022
Time commitment details
Students are expected to undertake a number of hours of self directed learning in this subject. Approximately 70 hours of self directed learning is suggested.
Additional delivery details
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Paediatrics) - Links to additional information
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024