CONTINOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - PASA

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is an essential aspect of the professional growth and development of physiotherapists. PASA recognises this, and as a result, we offer a range of CPD courses and programs to help members stay up to date with the latest trends, research, and developments in physiotherapy.

Our CPD programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of physiotherapists at different stages of their careers. Our CPD programs are an integral part of the association's commitment to advancing the profession of physiotherapy in South Africa. Through these programs, we provide our members with the tools and knowledge they need to enhance their skills, remain competitive, and provide the highest quality of care to their patients.


Course/Module Name Description Cost Date Mode Location
Sports Rehabilitation This course is focused on the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries. topics such as injury prevention, specialised treatment techniques, and working with athletes of all levels. TBA TBA TBA TBA
Pain Management This course is focused on the assessment and treatment of pain in patients. The module covers topics such as pain physiology, different types of pain, evidence-based treatments, and interdisciplinary pain management. TBA TBA TBA TBA
Geriatric Rehabilitation This course is focused focused on the assessment and treatment of older adults with functional decline, balance disorders, and chronic conditions such as arthritis. The module covers topics such as falls prevention, exercise prescription, and managing complex medical conditions. TBA TBA TBA TBA
Neurological Rehabilitation This course is focused on the assessment and treatment of patients with neurological conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease. The module covers topics such as neurological assessment, gait and balance training, and the use of technology in rehabilitation. TBA TBA TBA TBA
Manual Therapy This course is focused on advanced manual therapy techniques such as spinal manipulation, joint mobilisation, and soft tissue techniques. The module covers topics such as indications and contraindications for these techniques, clinical reasoning, and practical application. TBA TBA TBA TBA
Legal,Regulatory,Governance and Complaince Frameworks in South Africa. This module covers the legal and regulatory frameworks that define the scope of practice for physiotherapists in South Africa. This includes the various pieces of legislation that govern physiotherapy practice in the country, such as the Health Professions Act, COIDA,etc. This module also covers the various regulatory bodies that govern physiotherapy practice in South Africa, including the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). TBA TBA TBA TBA
Ethical and legal considerations in physiotherapy practice This module covers the ethical and legal principles that guide physiotherapy practice in South Africa, including informed consent, confidentiality, and duty of care. The course covers how to navigate legal and ethical dilemmas that arise in the course of physiotherapy practice. TBA TBA TBA TBA
Medical legal aspects of physiotherapy: This module covers the legal issues that arise in the context of physiotherapy, such as malpractice claims, negligence, and liability. The course also covers how to manage risk and avoid legal problems in the course of physiotherapy practice. TBA TBA TBA TBA

POPULAR & RECOMMENDED MODULES

SPORT REHABILITATION

This course is focused on the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries. topics such as injury prevention, specialised treatment techniques, and working with athletes of all levels.

PAIN MANAGEMENT

This course is focused on the assessment and treatment of pain in patients. The module covers topics such as pain physiology, different types of pain, evidence-based treatments, and interdisciplinary pain management.

GERIATRIC REHABILITATION

This course is focused focused on the assessment and treatment of older adults with functional decline, balance disorders, and chronic conditions such as arthritis. The module covers topics such as falls prevention, exercise prescription, and managing complex medical conditions.


NEUROLOGICAL REHABILITATION

This course is focused on the assessment and treatment of patients with neurological conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease. The module covers topics such as neurological assessment, gait and balance training, and the use of technology in rehabilitation.

MEDICAL LEGAL ASPECTS OF PHYSIOTHERAPY

This module covers the legal issues that arise in the context of physiotherapy, such as malpractice claims, negligence, and liability. The course also covers how to manage risk and avoid legal problems in the course of physiotherapy practice.p>

MANUAL THERAPY

This course is focused on advanced manual therapy techniques such as spinal manipulation, joint mobilisation, and soft tissue techniques. The module covers topics such as indications and contraindications for these techniques, clinical reasoning, and practical application.


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