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Physiotherapy
As a Physiotherapist, you help patients who have lost mobility to relieve pain, improve muscle strength, respiratory and mobility functions to become as independent as possible in their physical activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess pain, injuries and other physical dysfunctions experienced by service users.
- Develop and monitor treatment programmes that improve or restore movement.
- Educate clients and their caregivers on techniques to improve movement and physical function independently.
- Collaborate with other social service professionals to provide customised physiotherapy services.
Education Requirements
| To be a/an | Minimum Requirements |
Recommended Programmes |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Physiotherapist | Bachelor in Science (Physiotherapy) |
• SIT’s Honours Degree in Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy • Refer to Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) for list of recognised qualifications available local and overseas |
• For mid-careerist, refer to Career Conversion Programme for Physiotherapist (CCPPT). • The Professional Council – Singapore Physiotherapy Association (SPA) |
Career Progression
Possible Workplaces
- Community Health Centres
- Early Intervention Centres
- Special Education Schools
- Hospitals
- Nursing Homes
- Preschools
- Senior Day Activity Centres
- Vocational Rehabilitation Centres
Here's how you can get started
Career Conversion Programme
This programme equips you with the skills and knowledge to become a qualified social service professional in social work, physiotherapy, speech-language therapy, or as an Early Intervention teacher.
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Tribe Experience for Students
Explore ways to experience how it is like working in social service alongside like-minded professionals
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Training and Development
Whether you’re in social service, a new entrant or mid-careerist, training programmes and grants are available to equip you with the skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the social service sector.
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Volunteering Opportunities
Gain exposure to social service, and start acquiring the skills to work effectively with people who have different needs and abilities.
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