Diploma in Physiotherapy
Institution : Uganda Institute of Allied Health and Management Sciences (Mulago Paramedical)
Cut off Points Government : 25.1
Cut off Points Private Day : 0
Cut off Points Private Evening : 0
Cut off Points Government : 25.1
Cut off Points Private Day : 0
Cut off Points Private Evening : 0
Physiotherapists work at the hospital level. They prevent disability and rehabilitate both physically and mentally handicapped patients. They provide community education and counseling to prevent, restore and compensate for loss of body functions so as to maximize self reliance for an individual.
On completion of the programme, the Physiotherpay graduate should be able to:
a) Assess and evaluate patient/clients’ physical ability, performance and progress
b) Promote health through health education and maintenance of physical fitness
c) Prevent muscle wasting, joint stiffness and loss of function
d) Treat pains and aches, strengthen weak muscles, and mobilize stiff joints
e) Functionally re-educate and rehabilitate the physically and mentally handicapped
f) Prevent and correct manageable deformities and contractures
g) Conduct referral of patient/clients or receive them as necessary
h) Conduct/participate in operational research
i) Counsel patients or clients as necessary
j) Observe the Professional code of conduct
Direct Entry
2 principal passes in Biology and Physics which are essential.
Relevant subject is Chemistry.
Other are Maths, nutrition.
In addition one should possess 5 credit passes in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English in "O" level subjects.
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