This one-year Physiotherapy Assistant course introduces students to rehabilitation principles and the treatment
of clients with limited mobility due to illness, injury, disability, or age. It provides skills to support therapy programmes and help restore mobility.
Core modules:
− Physiotherapy Assistant Practice
− Physiotherapy Assistant Theory
− Care Support
− Work Experience
− Communications
− Infection Protection and Control
− Anatomy and Physiology
− Exercise and Fitness
− Kinesiology
− Body Massage and Figure Analysis
Certification:
*Level 5 Health Service Skills 5M3782 *ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage *PatientHandling
| Course Location | Dunboyne, Meath |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Course Start Date | 1st September 2026 |
| Course End Date | 31st May 2027 |
| Course Duration | 1 Year |
| Course Time | Full time |
| Entry Requirements | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or; • Mature Students or; • Other equivalent qualifications All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications. Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie |
| Career Path | This course allows graduates to progress to a Level 6 award and then apply for the Level 8 Physiotherapy degree at the Royal College of Surgeons. Students can also pursue a sports or science-related Level 8 degree and progress to Level 9 Physiotherapy at UCD. There are multiple pathways to study physiotherapy in the UK, as well as opportunities to apply for other Level 7 and 8 degrees in Irish universities, ITs, and private colleges. The The Phsyiotherapy Assistant course also provides a strong foundation for direct employment. Graduates can progress to related undergraduate degrees in Ireland, such as Sports Rehabilitation or Athletic Therapy, and later apply for Physiotherapy Master’s programmes at UCD, UCC, UL, Portobello Institute, or UK universities. They may also apply directly to undergraduate Physiotherapy degrees at Ulster University and select UK institutions. |
| Course Code | 5M3782 |
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