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Physiotherapy A science-based healthcare profession Kate Logan and Claire Prenter Final Year Physio Students 2011 Physiotherapy: what is it? Emphasises use of physical approaches in: – The promotion – maintenance and – restoration of an individual’s • • • • Physical Psychological Social well being Taking into account the individuals changing health status What do I need? • You must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass in English Language at Grade C or above (or equivalent). You must also have obtained a GCSE pass in Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent). Course requirements: • A level • Grades BBB to include one science subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Double Award Applied Science (BB). Irish Leaving Certificate • Grades B2B2B3B3B3 at higher level, to include two subjects from Maths, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. English and Maths Grade D at Higher Level or Grade C at Ordinary Level. • BTEC National Diploma • Successful completion of a science related BTEC National Diploma with a DDM profile. Access/Diploma in Foundation Studies Pass with overall average of 70% to include 70% in each final year module. Final year modules must include 2 from the following:- Maths*, Biology, Physics, Chemistry. *Maths to be presented at level 3. Satisfactory performance in the HPAT selection test is also required. More information on the Health Professions Admissions Test (HPAT) can be found at www.hpatulster.acer.edu.au HPAT Test: • End of January each year on University campuses (2011 test was on 29th January, there is only one test per year) • 3 hour test with 3 sections – Interpersonal understanding (multiple choice) – Critical reasoning (multiple choice based on comprehension) – Written communication (2 essay tasks, one based on evidence given in test, other on a topical theme) • Allied Health Professional applicants • Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) • Fee £95 – Results valid for 2 years Hpat linked web-site • Application alongside UCAS process • Details available on university website http://www.ulster.ac.uk and http://www.hpat.org.uk • All applicants must complete the ACER test to be considered for entry to University of Ulster Allied Health Profession programmes • Applicants should note that, as they will be engaged in ‘regulated activity’ involving children or vulnerable adults as part of their course, there is a compulsory, legal requirement to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from Access NI or other relevant authority. There is a cost for this service. More information on Enhanced Disclosures may be accessed at http://www.accessni.gov.uk/ (for NI) or http://www.crb.homeoffice.gov.uk/ (for GB). • • • • • • Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree programme Full time 3 year course Modular Formal lectures and practical sessions The successful student will undertake intensive study, approximately 27 hours per week – Ongoing progressive home study is essential equal to that spent in lectures and practical sessions • Students will undertake a research dissertation as part of their course • Dress code for practical sessions • Lectures and practical sessions delivered by a diverse teaching team including: – – – – – – Physiotherapy lecturers Visiting physiotherapy lecturers Biologists Psychologists Occupational Therapists Nursing lecturers • Clinical placements (currently 5, 6 week blocks) – in-service training Topics on course..... • • • • • • • • Anatomy Physiology Communication Assessment Musculoskeletal Respiratory Neurological Conditions commonly encountered as a physiotherapist • Rheumatological conditions eg OA, RA... • Respiratory conditions; these include chest, heart and lungs • Neurological conditions e.g. CVA, MS, GBS, Parkinson’s disease.... • Surgical • Paediatrics • Reduced mobility • Elderly care • Fractures • Moving and handling of patients • First aid • To become a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (MCSP) 1000 hours of supervised clinical practice must be completed • 1060 hours is built in to the programme over 5 clinical placements of 6 weeks in duration • Assessment of learning include written and practical examinations • A portfolio of learning is recommended, this is an important reference for later registration and/or employment – Provides evidence of ongoing learning – Continual Professional Development (CPD) Physio work areas: • National Health Service • Hospital – – – – – – – Wards Neurology Respiratory Rehabilitation Elderly Care Day Hospital Out Patient • • • • • • Paediatric Sports Medicine Occupational Health Community care Domiciliary Research – Important aspect of physiotherapy • Private practice • Sports Teams Useful web-sites: http://www.ulster.ac.uk http://prospectus.ulster.ac.uk/course/?id=7881 http://www.hpat-ulster.acer.edu.au/ http://www.science.ulster.ac.uk/courses/health/ BSc_PhysioG150.pdf Questions?