Physiotherapist
Performs core professional/technical/service tasks characteristic of physiotherapist, within the relevant organizational and regulatory context.
06 · Qualifications & training you need
Undergraduate, postgraduate, or apprenticeship degree is necessary, along with ongoing training.
Where people train for this
03 · Education pathway
Relevant tertiary professional education; clinical/regulated training where applicable.
04 · Lifestyle
Physiotherapists typically have a normal working week, although some clinics open in the evening and on weekends.
04 · Location
Most therapists work in hospitals, nursing homes, doctor’s surgeries, in the community, and sometimes in schools.
21 · The realities
Treating patients over several weeks or months can be physically and mentally demanding, but rewarding when patients show improvements.
07 · Graduate route
Before starting to practise physiotherapy, you will need an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in physiotherapy, followed by registration with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Physiotherapy assistant ★★★★★ Consultant physiotherapist ★★★★★