INSTRUCTORS:
Bob Goldwasser
Assistant ProfessorDr Howard Kea
ProfessorAddress
3000 Danforth, Toronto. Canada View mapCategories
bachelor degreeCourse Outline
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) is a professional undergraduate degree designed to prepare students with scientific knowledge, clinical skills, and ethical values required to assess, diagnose, and treat physical impairments, functional limitations, and movement disorders. The program integrates theory, laboratory practice, and supervised clinical training.
Program Duration
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Including mandatory clinical internships
Total Credit Hours
120–130 Credit Hours (varies by institution)
Program Objectives
Graduates of the BPT program will be able to:
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Demonstrate strong knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics
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Assess and manage patients with physical dysfunctions
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Apply evidence-based physiotherapy techniques
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Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams
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Practice ethically and professionally in diverse healthcare settings
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Promote rehabilitation, prevention, and wellness
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, students will be able to:
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Perform comprehensive physiotherapy assessments
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Design and implement individualized treatment plans
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Apply therapeutic exercises, electrotherapy, and manual therapy
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Manage neurological, orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and pediatric conditions
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Interpret diagnostic reports and clinical findings
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Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Course Structure
Year 1: Basic Medical Sciences
Semester 1
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Anatomy I
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Physiology I
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Biochemistry
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English for Health Sciences
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Introduction to Physiotherapy
Semester 2
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Anatomy II
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Physiology II
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Psychology
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Sociology & Ethics
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Basic Biomechanics
Year 2: Core Physiotherapy Foundations
Semester 3
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Pathology
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Pharmacology
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Exercise Therapy I
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Electrotherapy I
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Biomechanics & Kinesiology
Semester 4
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Exercise Therapy II
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Electrotherapy II
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Microbiology
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Research Methodology
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Clinical Observation
Year 3: Clinical & Specialized Physiotherapy
Semester 5
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Orthopedic Physiotherapy
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Neurological Physiotherapy
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Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
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Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis
Semester 6
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Pediatric Physiotherapy
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Geriatric Physiotherapy
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Sports Physiotherapy
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Community-Based Rehabilitation
Year 4: Advanced Practice & Internship
Semester 7
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Rehabilitation Sciences
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Manual Therapy
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Physiotherapy in Women’s Health
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Health Care Management & Ethics
Semester 8
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Clinical Internship (Rotational)
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Orthopedics
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Neurology
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Pediatrics
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Cardio-Respiratory
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Community Health
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Research Project / Thesis
Teaching & Learning Methods
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Lectures & seminars
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Laboratory practicals
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Case-based learning
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Clinical demonstrations
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Supervised hospital internships
Assessment Methods
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Written examinations
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Practical & viva exams
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Clinical performance evaluations
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Research project submission
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as:
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Physiotherapist (Hospitals & Clinics)
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Sports Physiotherapist
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Rehabilitation Specialist
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Pediatric or Geriatric Physiotherapist
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Community Health Practitioner
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Academic or Research Assistant




