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Professional in physiotherapy (includes internship 8,5 ECTS)Laajuus (15 cr)

Code: TF00BC03

Credits

15 op

Teaching language

  • Finnish

Responsible person

  • Mari Tuppurainen

Learning objectives

After completing this study unit, students will be able to
- describe the key areas in the core competences of a physiotherapist and evaluate their own professional competences and development during their studies
- evaluate the methods and practices used in their field based on evidence-based information - describe service structures used in their field and evaluate the importance of management, self-management and work community skills for professional growth
- deploy various methods of physiotherapy in practical client situations based on research, evaluation and observations
- guide patients in a versatile manner, considering the patient's functional capacities and resources, as well as their personal ergonomics and body control

During their clinical training (8,5 ECTS), students will
- act in client situations in accordance with the ethical principles of physiotherapy
- draw conclusions regarding a client’s examination information and make a physiotherapy diagnosis - draw up concrete and measurable physiotherapy goals and select appropriate physiotherapy methods
- implement physiotherapy methods in different individual and group situations and operating environments
- draw on the feedback they receive and carry out self-assessment

Content

- Evidence-based physiotherapy
- Management in physiotherapy
- Professional growth and development on the way to becoming a physiotherapy professional
- Deepening and training of physiotherapy methods
- Clinical training, in-depth
- Patient ergonomics