You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
University
You can do a degree in physiotherapy approved by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
You may be able to do a 2-year postgraduate course if you’ve got a degree in a relevant subject like:
- biological science
- psychology
- sports science
Entry Requirements
You’ll usually need:
- 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, including biology for a degree
- a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study
Apprenticeship
You can do a physiotherapist degree apprenticeship.
Entry Requirements
You’ll usually need:
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, preferably including biology, for a degree apprenticeship
Work: You could work as a physiotherapy assistant and study part time for a degree to qualify.
You’ll need the following skills:
- knowledge of medicine and dentistry
- sensitivity and understanding
- to enjoy working with other people
- customer service skills
- patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- analytical thinking skills
- knowledge of psychology
- to be flexible and open to change
- to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
You’ll need to pass enhanced background checks, as you may be working with children and vulnerable adults.
