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Paediatric Physiotherapy Theory (PHTY90013)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
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Overview
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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
- March
Coordinator Tara Fitzgerald Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 20 March 2023 to 31 March 2023 Last self-enrol date 22 March 2023 Census date 14 April 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2023 Assessment period ends 29 May 2023
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.
What do these dates mean
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- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
- And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
Additional delivery details
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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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