Physiotherapy Assistant Theory
This programme module aims to facilitate the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work effectively and offer support to a physiotherapist in a clinical environment.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 weeks, Monday 18.45 -21.45
Further information
Our September 2025 courses commence week beginning 15th September 2025.
There are three ways to enrol:
Online: Visit collegeofFET.ie/mulgrave, scroll down to the part-time evening listing, select your chosen course, hit ‘APPLY’ and follow the steps. Or click the Application Link below
In-Person: Drop in to our campus and speak with a member of our Information and Guidance Support Team. They will help you enrol for your chosen course.
By Post: Send a completed application form with payment (cheque, bank draft, or postal order made payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board) to Evening Programmes, College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus, Limerick City, V94 P232.
Please note: for security reasons, we cannot accept cash payments.
Tuition FEE €240
Discounts
20% discount on tuition fees can be availed of by individuals in receipt of Full Job Seekers Allowance/ Benefit, Disability Allowance or One Parent Family Payment –
20% discount can also be availed of on tuition fees for all full-time College of FET LCFE Mulgrave Street Campus Learners,
20% discount is available on tuition fees for all senior citizens
ID and Paper Evidence Required on application at Mulgrave Street Campus Office ONLY.
NOTE: Skills to Advance funding is available for eligible applicants in employment to upskill.
Contact lcfesta@lcetb.ie for more information
Course Description
• Summarise the roles and responsibilities of a physiotherapy assistant and of a chartered physiotherapist
• Explain the role of important anatomical systems and how to recognise a range of common medical conditions
• Identify the skills required to support therapeutic handling in a range of physiotherapy interventions
• Practice therapeutic handling in a range of physiotherapy interventions
• Reflect on relationships with client relatives and multidisciplinary team members and interpersonal issues that arise in physiotherapy interventions
• Reflect on personal effectiveness as a physiotherapy assistant to include own strengths and weakness
• Demonstrate the ability to plan and provide enhanced quality care and support
5N3771 Physiotherapy Assistant Theory
Enquiries can be made to adultedmulgrave@lcetb.ie or phone 061 414344