Physiotherapy

Pori
Fysioterapeutti (AMK), Bachelor of Health Care
Sosiaali- ja terveysalan ammattikorkeakoulututkinto, 210 ECTS credits

The Degree Programme in Physiotherapy opens opportunities to work within the field of rehabili-tation. Studies are grounded on ten modules and practical studies are integrated with theoreti-cal studies. Clinical practice can take place both in Finland and abroad and is tutored by quali-fied instructors. Students’ professional growth is supported by the production of a thesis, plan-ned in collaboration with the producers of physiotherapy services.

We provide modern learning facilities, a first-class scientific library, expertise in teaching and guidance and a friendly and open atmosphere. On the campus we provide 24/7 access both to computer rooms and a gym.

Your studies
• start with basic studies like languages, communication studies, bases of physiotherapy and rehabilitation
• will continue with professional studies like structure and function of the human body and met-hods of physiotherapy
• include Clinical physiotherapy practice and a Bachelor’s thesis

Goals of the studies
• you will be able to examine and treat human movement disorders and your therapy is based on physiotherapeutic examination
• you will have good theoretical knowledge which you can apply in practice and evaluate your action
• you will be able to provide high-quality physiotherapy services based on up-to-date knowledge
• you will have good interactive and educational skills

This is where you can work
You can work within the field of rehabilitation, both in the private and in the public sector. Most common employers are hospitals, health centers, private practice, industry, sport clubs and clinics and non-governmental organizations. You can work with people of all ages.

Intake
Pori 16

Further information:
Maija Kangasperko
Degree Programme Coordinator
Phone: + 358 2 620 3466, + 358 44 710 3466
E-mail:
www.samk.fi/apply