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[Lübeck University Model for Physiotherapy]
Annette Bretin1, Kirsten Großmann1, ArndtPeter Schulz1
1Studiengang Physiotherapie, Universität zu Lübeck, Lübeck.
Gesundheitswesen (Bundesverband Der Arzte Des Offentlichen Gesundheitsdienstes (Germany))
|February 20, 2018
Summary
This paper details a new physiotherapy bachelor's degree in Germany, integrating academic and vocational training from the start. This innovative academic physiotherapy program aims to enhance scientific and practical skills for future professionals.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Allied Health Sciences
Background:
- Traditional physiotherapy training in Germany lacked a strong academic foundation.
- A need existed to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and vocational practice in physiotherapy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development of an innovative physiotherapy bachelor's degree program.
- To establish physiotherapy as a fully academic course within a medical department in Germany.
- To integrate scientific and vocational knowledge from the outset of the study.
Main Methods:
- Development of a novel curriculum linking scientific and vocational physiotherapy training.
- Inclusion of lectures promoting interprofessionality.
- Full integration of practical vocational training within the academic program.
- Implementation of a comprehensive quality management system for monitoring.
Main Results:
- A unique academic physiotherapy program model has been established in Germany.
- The curriculum successfully integrates theoretical knowledge with practical skills.
- Interprofessional learning opportunities are provided through dedicated lectures.
- The program's exemplary concept is supported by robust quality management.
Conclusions:
- The developed physiotherapy program serves as a model for academic physiotherapy education.
- This approach aligns with expert recommendations for physiotherapy training.
- The program enhances the academic standing and professional development of physiotherapists.
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