Building on previously learned knowledge and skills, this course focuses on the practical skills required to successfully assist the Physical Therapist and their clients. The course emphasizes physiotherapy treatments to promote functional mobility, balance and strength for clients with neurological conditions and injuries.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- 1. Introduction to neurological rehabilitation and various treatment approaches
- 2. Muscle tone management
- 3. Functional mobility in the neurological client including bed mobility, standing, manual transfers, wheelchair use, and ambulation activities
- 4. Strength, balance and coordination in the neurological client
- 5. Altered sensation in the neurological client
- 6. Altered cognition and the PTA in neurological rehabilitation
- 7. Physiotherapy treatment techniques for neurological clients
- 8. Complications post neurological injury
- 9. Functional outcomes post spinal cord injury
- 10. Management of progressive neurological disorders
- 11. Professional behaviour
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.