Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy)
Allied Health
A course by
AUT
A one-year (full-time) postgraduate diploma designed for registered physiotherapists to develop advanced knowledge and critical analysis skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced musculoskeletal physiotherapy skills
Enhance assessment, diagnosis, and management of musculoskeletal conditions using evidence-based practice.
Apply critical analysis in clinical settings
Critically evaluate and apply research for advanced clinical reasoning in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
Prepare for IFOMPT membership
Meet the educational requirements for membership with the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) at AUT equips registered physiotherapists with advanced specialist knowledge and clinical reasoning in the assessment and management of musculoskeletal conditions. The programme is suitable for physiotherapists seeking to elevate their practice in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, critically engage with current research, and prepare for IFOMPT membership or further master's-level study. Flexible delivery includes both on-campus and online learning.
Course Content
- PHTY801 Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- RHAB817 Biomechanics
- RHAB818 Pain: Mechanisms and Management
- A relevant postgraduate health science course (by approval)
- Choice of Research: HEAL811 Research Design and Methods OR HEAL840 Critical Enquiry for Evidence Based Practice OR PUBH810 Pacific Health Research and Design OR MAOH801 Māori Health Research Practice
- Choice of Professional Practice: HEAL812 Health Professional Practice OR HEAL813 Practice Reality OR MAOH803 Effective Supervision in Māori Health
What you need to know first
Registered physiotherapist
Evidence of a minimum of two years’ postgraduate experience working in musculoskeletal physiotherapy for enrolment in PHTY801
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Physiotherapy
Allied Health Services
Rehabilitation
Future employment opportunities might be
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Specialist
Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist
Further advancement in physiotherapy practice