Physiotherapy Assistant Theory QQI L5 Online

Participant Profile:
This programme module aims to facilitate the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work effectively and offer support to a physiotherapist in a clinical environment. NOTE: This course is class based NOTE: IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE THEORY AND PRACTICE COURSES ARE TAKEN TOGETHER NOTE: Skills to Advance funding is available for eligible applicants in employment to upskill. Contact mulgravesta@lcetb.ie for more information NOTE: Learners undertaking online courses must have basic IT skills and have access to the necessary ICT equipment, software and broadband capability to enable them to undertake an online course.

Programme Description:
• Summarise the roles and responsibilities of a physiotherapy assistant and of a chartered physiotherapist • Explain the role of important anatomical systems and how to recognise a range of common medical conditions • Identify the skills required to support therapeutic handling in a range of physiotherapy interventions • Practice therapeutic handling in a range of physiotherapy interventions • Reflect on relationships with client relatives and multidisciplinary team members and interpersonal issues that arise in physiotherapy interventions • Reflect on personal effectiveness as a physiotherapy assistant to include own strengths and weakness • Demonstrate the ability to plan and provide enhanced quality care and support.