Overview:

The Diploma in Vocation (D.Voc) in Assistant Physiotherapist program is a three-year course divided into six semesters, which is offered by several institutions to develop competent physiotherapist assistants. This program comes in handy in preparing students to work alongside professional physiotherapists in treating patients that have disabilities or other physical ailments.

Assistant Physiotherapists are quite important in the rehabilitation process to enable patients to start walking, reduce pain and lead productive lives. They are usually coordinated with the licensed physiotherapist to offer exercises, manual therapy, and other treatment methods for the patients. They are integral members in different healthcare facilities such as hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and sports facilities.

Course Curriculum:

The D.Voc in Assistant Physiotherapist program covers a wide range of subjects designed to provide students with a solid foundation in physiotherapy. Key topics include:

1. Human Anatomy and Physiology
2. Introduction to Physiotherapy
3. Therapeutic Exercises
4. Manual Therapy Techniques
5. Electrotherapy
6. Exercise Therapy
7. Orthopaedics and Traumatology
8. Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
9. Rehabilitation Techniques
10. Clinical Practices
     

Practical experience is also obtained during the academic period by undertaking clinical practice placements, where simulation of practical experience is given to the students by experienced practitioners.

Career Opportunities:

The prospects of the candidates with D. Voc in Assistant Physiotherapist are huge having a lot of career avenues in the healthcare field. With the increasing demand for physiotherapy services, assistant physiotherapists are needed in various sectors, including:

• Hospitals
• Rehabilitation Centers
• Sports and Fitness Centers
• Physiotherapy Clinics
• Nursing Homes
• Community Health Centers
• Home Care Services
• Schools and Special Education Institutions

After the completion of the course, the graduates can start earning anywhere between Rs 15000 to Rs 35000 per month based on the location, the institute they have done their course from and the experience they gain.