LEARN TO MOVE-MOVE TO LEARN

Physiotherapy is a science which is used to improve movement dysfunction, to promote the functions of human body and optimal health. It involves the maintenance, assessment, restoration of the physical functions and body performance. Physiotherapy is mainly recommended for the physically challenged people, the people suffering from degenerative disorders like arthritis, neurological disorders and sports people. Specializations include Geriatrics, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Sports physical therapy, Neurological and Cardio - pulmonary Rehabilitation.
As physiotherapist can treat a wide range of disorders, they are highly in demand today making career physiotherapy very attractive. Bachelor of Physiotherapy(BPT) course is approved by Paramedical council, Govt. of Kerala and is affiliated to University of Calicut.

Career Prospectus

In India, Physiotherapy is a flourishing career option. There are ample employment opportunities for the physiotherapists in Government and private sectors. There are numerous clinics, hospitals, health departments, private nursing homes and rehabilitation centers in India where the physiotherapists are employed. They can get self employment by starting private practice. The physiotherapists can opt for research and development works and also can select the teaching option. They are employed in the schools for mentally retarded and physically disabled children, defense medical establishments and rehabilitation centers for the handicapped. The physiotherapists can get excellent jobs in countries like USA, Australia, and Canada.

Admission Proceedure

Duration Of Course

4 years  full time graduate programme with six months compulsory internship.

Elgibility

The candidate who have passed Higher Secondary Examinations or Equivalent with 50% marks in Biology separately and 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology put together are eligible.

Fee Structure

Students are liable to pay the fees fixed by the Government of Kerala at the time of admission.