Professional Practice for Veterinary Physiotherapists

Program Overview

This online veterinary physiotherapy program combines off-site work-based learning with guided independent study to develop transferable and employability skills, including those for management positions. It emphasizes professional maturity, career planning, and continuous development, and is assessed through a Professional Practice Portfolio showcasing work-based experiences and professional learning. The program is delivered by experienced veterinary physiotherapists and aims to enhance career prospects in the field, particularly in management roles.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This online course with off-site work-based learning focuses on developing relevant transferable and employability skills, including those applicable to management positions.
It provides a platform to enhance industry-relevant practical skills and case management abilities.
• Objectives: The program aims to develop professional maturity in chosen sectors within the profession, recognizing the need for career planning and continuous development, and their impact on individuals and organizations.

Outline:

• Course Structure: The program involves 300 hours of work-based practice off-site and 30 hours of guided independent study.
• Course Content: Topics covered include role descriptors, case studies, reflective statements, professional practice portfolios, and contributions to online discussions and activities.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: Knowledge and understanding are assessed through a Professional Practice Portfolio, which showcases work-based practice experiences and demonstrations of professional learning.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program is delivered online with a combination of guided independent study materials, such as set readings, background readings, skill practice, Moodle discussion participation, e-portfolio contributions, and relevant site visits.
• Faculty: Experienced qualified veterinary physiotherapists provide formative feedback and mentoring throughout the work-based practice.

Careers:

• Career Paths: The program is designed to enhance career prospects for Veterinary Physiotherapists, particularly in management positions within the field.