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30-Hours Diploma in Treatment and Movement of a Patient in Physical Therapy

Credit hours

3

Moving patients safely is central to rehabilitation work. Units cover the principles of physical therapy, anatomy relevant to movement, patient assessment and care planning, and safe handling techniques. Learners also explore assistive and transfer equipment, positioning, bed mobility, gait training and infection control, making it useful for therapy assistants and care staff.

What you'll cover

  1. 01Introduction to Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Principles
  2. 02Anatomy and Physiology Relevant to Movement and Mobility
  3. 03Patient Assessment and Care Planning
  4. 04Safe Patient Handling and Manual Techniques
  5. 05Use of Assistive Devices and Transfer Equipment
  6. 06Therapeutic Positioning and Bed Mobility
  7. 07Mobility Training and Gait Assistance
  8. 08Infection Control and Workplace Safety in Therapy Settings

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30-Hours Diploma in Treatment and Movement of a Patient in Physical Therapy