Assist Therapist in Client Assessment

Course Overview

This module is designed to equip therapy support staff with ability to assist therapists in performing client assessment

Course Objectives

1. Discuss basic knowledge about bones, joints, muscles and its function to human movement.
2. Describe common medical terms and language used in therapy setting.
3. Differentiate roles and responsibilities of a therapy assistant and therapists.
4. Apply communication strategies in the interaction with client during therapy.
5. Carry out systematic check of physical environment and therapy equipment prior to therapists’ assessment.
6. Describe the types of services and different assessment measures within relevant work settings.
7. Use proper body mechanics and transfer techniques to ensure safe care during therapy.
8. List down infection control practices relevant to therapy setting.

Training Hours

8

Sedfrey (Tom) Atienza

Senior Trainer

Course Fees

The full course fee is $280.00 (before GST).

For learners working in eligible community care organisations (CCOs), the course fee subsidy is as follows: