Faculty: Health Sciences This major focuses on assessing, treating, and managing physical impairments and disabilities through physiotherapy interventions. Students develop skills in musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, preparing for careers as physiotherapists in various healthcare settings. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand fundamentals of physiotherapy and rehabilitation sciences. - Develop skills in assessing and treating physical impairments. - Learn techniques for planning and implementing rehabilitation programs. - Explore principles of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. - Analyze and interpret patient data and rehabilitation outcomes. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and clinical skills. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation** - Overview of key concepts and practices in physiotherapy and rehabilitation. - Fundamentals of human anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology. 2. **Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation** - Principles and techniques for managing musculoskeletal disorders. 3. **Neurological Rehabilitation** - Principles and techniques for managing neurological conditions. 4. **Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation** - Principles and techniques for managing cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. 5. **Pain Management** - Principles and techniques for managing acute and chronic pain. 6. **Patient Education and Health Promotion** - Principles and techniques for educating patients and promoting health. 7. **Clinical Practicum** - Real-world experiences in physiotherapy settings. 8. **Research Methods in Physiotherapy** - Principles and techniques for conducting physiotherapy research. 9. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying skills in rehabilitation. **Assessment Methods:** - Rehabilitation plans, projects, studies, pain management plans, patient education initiatives, clinical practicum reports, research papers, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation" by various authors. - "Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation" by various authors. - "Neurological Rehabilitation" by various authors. - "Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation" by various authors. - "Pain Management" by various authors. - "Patient Education and Health Promotion" by various authors. - "Research Methods in Physiotherapy" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and an interest in rehabilitation sciences. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree. For advanced practice, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree is often required, which typically takes an additional 3 years. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications from organizations like the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or specialized certifications in areas like orthopedics or neurology. **Target Audience:** Aspiring physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, and healthcare professionals seeking careers in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and sports settings. This major equips students with the clinical, diagnostic, and rehabilitative skills needed to excel in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, supporting careers in various healthcare settings.