Physiotherapy

The group of study fields: Health Sciences
Field of study program: Rehabilitation
Code of study program: 6531GX027
Type of study program: Undergraduate (college higher education) study programme
Cycle of study program: Professional Bachelor degree programme

Language of study program: Lithuanian, Russian, English (for ERASMUS+ only)
Credits and form of study program: 180 credits, Full- time studies- 3 years.

The program is implemented by the Department of Rehabilitation and Social Welfare of the Faculty of Medicine.

Qualification to be awarded: Professional Bachelor of Health Sciences, qualification of Physiotherapist.

Advantage. Studies. The uniqueness of the study programme is based on a modular - cyclical system of studies, applying elements of problem-based learning. Problem-based learning is learning based on a specific learning technique, which highlights the individual learning potential of each student.The studies are organised in the full-time study form. Practical training is carried out in sub-groups, which allows for a combination of study and work.

Advantage. Real experience. Students work in small groups and analyse selected problems. This learning is characterised by systematic independent cognitive activity - the acquisition of new knowledge and ways of doing things by solving practical problems. The main advantages of the course are: consolidation or improvement of quality basic knowledge, teaching of cognitive methods, early involvement of students in kinetic practice, and collaboration. Participation in social projects, teaching healthy lifestyle skills, professional competitions, EPHNE activities. Enabling students to combine study and work. During their studies, students carry out professional practices in various rehabilitation institutions in Utena, Anykščiai, Druskininkai, Birštonas, Vilnius, etc.

Advantage. Experience abroad. Students go to Greece, Cyprus, Latvia, etc. for study and practice.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Physiotherapy study programme will be able to work in all levels of health care in personal health care institutions, social rehabilitation and abilities, education and training institutions, care and nursing institutions, health and fitness centres and clubs, and in private practice. Upon successful completion of the Kinesiotherapy study programme, individuals will acquire the competences to perform complex work independently and to make the right decisions in the following areas of activity: the provision of disease and injury prevention, health promotion, treatment, rehabilitation, abilitation, education and social services, to foster social integration and to improve the quality of life, guided by a holistic approach, a system of knowledge, professional principles and values.

Possibilities for further studies. After completing physiotherapy college study and obtained the Health Sciences professional bachelor's degree, graduates can continue their studies in Lithuanian and foreign higher education institutions.

Employment opportunities. Graduates of the study program work in both the private and public sectors. The employment rate according to the acquired qualification reaches ~ 60%.

For students admitted from 2024

The aim of the study programe is to prepare physiotherapists who can independently or as part of a rehabilitation team provide services in disease and injury prevention, health promotion, habilitation, rehabilitation, and education, as well as foster social integration and improve the quality of life.

Expected learning outcomes are:

Knowledge and ability to apply it. A graduate is

1.1. able to apply knowledge of ethics, health law, biomedical sciences, and principles of information technology use in physiotherapy practice, considering national healthcare policies.
1.2. able to apply knowledge of patient assessment, evaluation, and treatment methods related to movement, physical, and functional activity across all age groups, following the principles of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF).

Research skills. A graduate is

2.1. able to plan, conduct, and disseminate quantitative and qualitative research in physiotherapy aimed at addressing individual rehabilitation issues, advancing professional practice, and implementing innovations in healthcare and rehabilitation.

Special abilities. A graduate is

3.1. able to identify potential pathologies and assess patient needs when planning and conducting physiotherapy assessments; formulate physiotherapy diagnoses and prognoses, determining when physiotherapy competence is sufficient for treatment and when a referral to another healthcare professional is necessary.
3.2. able to select and apply appropriate techniques, tools, and methods for functional and physical assessment, develop an individualized physiotherapy plan based on the physiotherapy diagnosis and patient/client (group, community) needs, and maintain and analyze professional documentation.
3.3. able to integrate evidence-based practice steps into professional activities by independently performing physiotherapy procedures, critically evaluating their effectiveness, and collaborating with the patient and their family, ensuring equal opportunities and professional accountability.
3.4. able to develop healthy lifestyle skills for patients, families, and communities by applying health-preserving measures and conducting preventive activities.

Social skills. A graduate is

4.1. Express thoughts clearly in spoken and written communication, engage and collaborate effectively in professional and multicultural environments.
4.2. Work responsibly as part of a team, take responsibility for the quality of their work and that of subordinate employees, and adhere to professional ethics and principles of civic responsibility.

Personal abilities. A graduate is

5.1. Critically evaluate their professional practice, independently solve problems and act in specific situations while ensuring equal opportunities and recognizing diversity, and demonstrate moral responsibility for the societal, economic, cultural, and environmental impact of their professional activities.

For students admitted from 2022

The aim of the study programe is to train professionals who can provide, independently or in collaboration with a team of rehabilitation professionals, services for the prevention of illness and injury, health promotion, treatment, rehabilitation, abilitation, education and social services, to foster social integration and to improve the quality of life.

Expected learning outcomes are:

Knowledge and ability to apply it. A graduate:

1.1. They are able to apply knowledge of physiotherapy, including professional ethics, communication and collaboration, work organisation and national health and rehabilitation policy;

1.2. They are able to apply knowledge of methods of examining, assessing and treating the client or patient concerning movement, and physical and functional activities at all ages following the principles of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).

Research skills. A graduate:

2.1. To plan, conduct and disseminate practice-oriented empirical research in physiotherapy to solve problems in rehabilitation, develop professional activities, and innovate in healthcare and rehabilitation.

Special abilities. A graduate:

3.1. Recognise potential pathologies and assess the needs of the client or patient when planning and implementing a physiotherapy assessment; formulate a physiotherapy diagnosis and prognosis, assessing when the physiotherapist's expertise is sufficient to treat the patient, and when the patient needs to be referred to another health care professional;

3.2. Select and apply appropriate techniques, tools and methods for functional and physical examination of the individual, developing an individual physiotherapy plan based on the physiotherapeutic diagnosis and the needs of the patient/client (group, community);

3.3. To complete, compile and analyse professional documentation legally and ethically;

3.4. They can integrate the steps of evidence-based practice into their practice by independently carrying out and critically evaluating the effects of physiotherapy treatments in collaboration with the patient/client and their family members;

3.5. They can promote healthy lifestyles for patients, families and the community by applying health-saving measures and preventive activities.

Social skills. A graduate:

4.1. They can express themselves orally and in writing, and communicate in a professional environment in both Lithuanian and foreign languages;

4.2. They can communicate and collaborate with clients or patients, the community, and colleagues and work responsibly as part of a team, taking responsibility for the quality of their performance and that of their subordinates, in a manner that is guided by professional ethics and civic responsibility.

Personal abilities. A graduate:

5.1. They can critically evaluate their professional practice, problem-solve and act independently in a specific clinically defined situation, guided by the principles of equality of opportunity, acceptance of diversity, and the development of a relationship of mutual trust with the patient/client;

5.2. They can collect and organise information, use advanced technologies and information systems in practice, and deal appropriately with confidential information.

1st year (Since 2024)	1st semester		2nd semester
	Module	Credits	Module	Credits
	I MODULE. PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT	18	III MODULE. BASICS OF PRECLINICAL STUDIES	24
	Physiotherapy Services Administration	3	Anatomy, Physiology	3
	Practical Philosophy / Health Sociology	3	General physiotherapy	6
	Professional Language and Intercultural Communication	6	Science of Movements	6
	Health Psychology	3	Massage	3
	Healthcare Technologies	3	Fundamentals of Rehabilitation	3
	II MODULE. BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES	12	Fundamentals of Public Health	3
	Anatomy and Physiology	6	General Physiotherapy Practice	6
	Pathophysiology and Pathoanatomy	6

2nd year	3rd semester		4th semester
	Module	Credits	Module	Credits
	IV MODULE. PHYSIOTHERAPY IN CASES OF INTERNAL DISEASES AND GERIATRICS	15	VI MODULE. PHYSIOTHERAPY IN CASES OF NERVOUS SYSTEM DISEASES	12
	Active and Passive Physiotherapy	3	Nervous Disease and Physiotherapy	6
	Pharmacology and Phytotherapy	3	Alternatively chosen subjects. Aesthetic Phyto and Aromatherapy/ Acupressure	3
	Fundamentals of Nursing and First Aid	3	Alternatively chosen subject. Sleep Therapy/ Music and Dance Therapy	3
	Therapeutic and Geriatric Physiotherapy	6
	V MODULE. PHYSIOTHERAPY IN CASES OF DISEASES OF LOCOMOTOR APPARATUS	15	VII MODULE. PHYSIOTHERAPY OF WOMAN AND CHILD	18
	Surgical, Orthopaedic, Traumatological Physiotherapy	6	Obstetrical and Gynaecological Physiotherapy	3
	Basic of Rehabiliatation	3	Physiotherapy Methodologies	3
	Therapeutic and Geriatric Physiotherapy Practice	3	Paediatric Physiotherapy	3
	Surgical, Orthopaedic, Traumatological Physiotherapy Practice	3	Neurological Physiotherapy practice	6
			Paediatric Physiotherapy Practice	3

3rd year	5 semester		6 semester
	Module	Credits	Module	Credits
	VIII MODULE. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER DESIGNING	30	IX MODULE. FINAL MODULE	30
	Special and Gerontological Physiotherapy	6	Special and Gerontological Physiotherapy practice	6
	Health Law, Business and Career Designing	3	Supervision and Final Professional Practice	15
	Applied Research, Communication Information and Statistics	6	Final Thesis	9
	Alternatively chosen subject. Basics of Sport Medicine / Basics of SPA Industry	6
	Optional subject	3
	Optional subject	3
	Optional subject	3

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