pty4nep physiotherapy for neurological dysfunction
PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR NEUROLOGICAL DYSFUNCTION
PTY4NEP
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Students will learn core knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to physiotherapy management of common neurological problems. The emphasis will be on evidence-based assessment and intervention of neurological patients across the lifespan and various health care settings. Using an enquiry-based learning approach, case examples will include, but not be limited to, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease and Cerebral Palsy. The World Health Organisation International Classification of Function Disability and Health will provide a framework to demonstrate the need for person centredness. Students will be taught in a blended approach, with face to face classes supported by teacher guided online activities.
SchoolAllied Health, Human Services & Sport (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJoanne Wittwer
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted in one of the following course codes: HZHSPP, HZHSPB, HZPHPP, HZPHPB and must have passed: HBS3PAP or [HBS3PCY and HBS3PBD] and [HBS3AUN or HBS3ANP] and [PTY3EHW and PTY3STM or PTY2PDA and PTY3PDB]. OR must be admitted in one of the following course codes: HMPYP, HMPYPB
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Clinical outcome measurement in adult neurological physiotherapy
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorHill, K, Denisenko, S, Miller, K, Clements, T & Batchelor, F
Year2010
Edition/Volume4TH EDN
PublisherNATIONAL NEUROLOGY GROUP AUSTRALIAN PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSOCIATION, MELBOURNE.
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Physical Management for Neurological Conditions.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorLennon, S, Ramdharry, G and Verheyden, G
Year2018
Edition/Volume4TH EDN
PublisherELSEVIER
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
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Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLouise Geary
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Some will be provided in an online and/or collaborative fashion
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Preparation for these classes will include students participating in ~1.5 hours per week directed study and peer-learning in response to online learning materials. In class assessment in week 8.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 hour written exam (1000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Practical Skills Stage 1 Assessment (600 words equivalent)Week 6. | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Practical Skills Advanced Assessment (900 words equivalent)Taken during official examination period.Hurdle requirement: When the raw scores of both practical assessment tasks are totalled, students must score 50% or greater. | N/A | N/A | Yes | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Case-based written assignment undertaken in pairs (750 words per student) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Critical reflection (500 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoanne Wittwer
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
six will be provided in an online and/or collaborative fashion
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Preparation for these classes will include students participating in ~1.5 hours per week directed study and peer-learning in response to online learning materials. In class assessment in week 8.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 hour written exam (1000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Practical Skills Stage 1 Assessment (600 words equivalent)Week 6. | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Practical Skills Advanced Assessment (900 words equivalent)Taken during official examination period.Hurdle requirement: When the raw scores of both practical assessment tasks are totalled, students must score 50% or greater. | N/A | N/A | Yes | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Case-based written assignment undertaken in pairs (750 words per student) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Critical reflection (500 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO5 |