Training and qualifications
Most physiotherapists undergo a 3 or 4 year undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy; this course is run by several universities and included placements in a clinical setting as well as academic work. Most courses require 3 good A-level results as well as minimum grade c GCSE maths and English. Usually A-levels should be science-based and many courses specify a minimum grade requirement for biology. Competition for places is often considerable.
Some people go on to follow a postgraduate Master’s degree in Physiotherapy; this usually takes a year to complete. There are also opportunities to follow an accelerated course for those who have qualifications in related subjects such as osteopathy and medicine.
Physiotherapy Guide Index:
- What is physiotherapy? An overview
- What does Physiotherapy involve?
- How to find a Physiotherapist
- What conditions can physiotherapy treat?
- Physiotherapy and Sport
- What happens in a physiotherapy session?
- Does physiotherapy hurt?
- Are there any side-effects of physiotherapy?
- How long does a physiotherapy session last?
- Training and qualifications
- How much will physiotherapy cost?
- What is the difference between physiotherapy, chiropractic treatment and osteopathy?
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