Course Details in 2026/27 Session

Module Title	LI Patient-centred physiotherapy practice
School	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Department	Physiotherapy
Module Code	02 38023
Module Lead	Carolyn Roskell
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-22 hours Seminar-11 hours Practical Classes and workshops-35 hours Guided independent study-132 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module will aim to prepare students for their first experience of practising as a physiotherapist, introducing a patient-centred model of practice as a framework for ‘Becoming a Physiotherapist’. The context of healthcare will be explored with reference to professional regulation and standards, defining the expectation of a registered healthcare professional, and students will be challenged to examine their own professional values and behaviour. Practical skills underpinning ability to work effectively and professionally with patients, carers, and other staff members, centred on effective empathic communication and good working relationships, will be developed through simulation activities involving role play with actors. A strong theme will focus on developing greater understanding of diversity within our communities and an ability to respond sensitively and with respect to the needs of others.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Discuss the legal, ethical and professional basis of healthcare practice and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of appropriate professional behaviour Demonstrate fitness to practice related to competent completion of the mandatory skills and practical preparation required for practice education experience Discuss the importance of CPD to professional practice and demonstrate ability to utilise CPD strategies effectively Demonstrate knowledge and skill in working within a patient-centred model of care Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how psychosocial issues may influence practice and can be applied to enhance equality of care, quality of life and patient, carer and practitioner well-being Demonstrate knowledge and skills in effective communication in healthcare contexts and apply to support effective therapeutic relationships
Assessment	38023-01 : Portfolio - Written Assignment : Coursework (50%) 38023-02 : Practical Exam : Practical (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Portfolio, 1500 words (50%) Communication Skills Exam, 15 mins (50%) Reassessment: Resubmit portfolio Resit Exam
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