306920 v.1 Master of Clinical Physiotherapy

Introduction

This course has been developed to provide graduates with the opportunity to continue their professional development as a life long learner. Students are provided with advanced theoretical knowledge, contemporary clinical practice and clinical research opportunities.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

An appropriate entry level qualification in Physiotherapy. A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in physiotherapy from a recognised tertiary institution including a minimum of two years of relevant clinical experience at a postgraduate level. These applicants must either be registered physiotherapists in Western Australia or be eligible for temporary registration from the Physiotherapists Registration Board of Western Australia.

Specific Requirements

Students are required to be registered with the Physiotherapist Registration Board of Western Australia if they undertake a unit involving clinical practice within Australia. Evidence of successful completion of an approved course in (CPR) first aid is required before an award is granted. Prospective applicants are advised that the program requires full participation in laboratory classes where practical skills and topics are presented. Essential learning strategies demand that all students disrobe appropriately to act as subjects for their peer group.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Successful applicants may apply for recognition of prior learning of up to four (4) full units based on 24 months of full-time relevant clinical experience.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study and is also offered externally.

Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the 'Graduate Certificate in Clinical Physiotherapy' or the 'Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Physiotherapy' may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that awardsubject to approval of the Head of School/Department. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under the General Information section in the Curtin Courses Handbook.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.