Physiotherapist: career information
What is a physiotherapist?
A physiotherapist assesses, treats and works to prevent disorders of movement caused by injury or illness.
What does a physiotherapist do?
Physiotherapists work directly with patients to:
- assess physical conditions of patients
- diagnose problems and plan suitable treatment strategies
- use a range of techniques to strengthen and stretch muscles
- use equipment such as an ultrasound and electrotherapy to ease pain
- re-train patients to walk
- plan and implement community fitness initiatives
- maintain patient records
What pathways will enable me to become a physiotherapist?
What other jobs can a career in physiotherapy lead to?
Physiotherapists can expand their careers into other health areas including
- chiropractic
- massage
- occupational therapy
- osteopathy
How can I gain employment as a physiotherapist?
To quallify for employment as a physiotherapist you will be required to complete a Bachelor degree in Science (Physiotherapy).
This is a 4 year course that is currently being offered at Curtin University and Notre Dame University.
To enrol in these courses you will be required to complete Year 12, attend an admissions interview, or complete a mature-aged STAT exam.
Additional information
The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations provides programs, training and support for Indigenous students.
Curtin’s Gunada Centre for Aboriginal Studies located in Bentley, Perth can be contacted on (08) 9266 7091 or go to www.gunada.curtin.edu.au
University of Notre Dame’s Student Services can be contacted on (08) 9433 0580 or go to www.nd.edu.au
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