Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) is a professional undergraduate degree, which is concerned with physical therapy, rehabilitation and movement science. This program equips students with the skills required to enable patients to heal after injuries, cope with pain, and enhance their mobility using non-surgical approaches that do not involve the use of drugs. It is a very practical discipline that integrates medical discipline and practical treatment methods and provides career opportunities in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, sports clinics and wellness industries.

Duration and Structure of the course.

BTP is typically a four to four and a half that may be offered by an institution and it involves both education and training in the field. The course outline usually comprises:

Theoretical knowledge of the human body systems and the principles of physiotherapy.
Practical lessons in the area of exercise therapy and rehabilitation methods.
Hospital and physiotherapy center clinical rotations.
An obligatory internship to have real-world patient care experience.

This combination guarantees that students attain good academic knowledge and hands on clinical skills.

Core Subjects in BPT

The big topics covered in this program are:

The Anatomy and Physiology of humans.
Exercise Therapy and Rehabilitation Techniques.
Pain Management and Electrotherapy.
Neurological Physiotherapy and Orthopedic.
Physiotherapy and Injury Management in Sports.
Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
Biomechanics and Kinesiology
Patient Care and Clinical Practice.
Skills to be Developed.

Skills you can gain

Psychophysical therapy and rehabilitation.
Injury treatment and pain management.
Movement analysis and patient assessment.
Design of exercises and therapy.
Good communicative and interacting with patients skills.
Clinical decision-making and problem-solving abilities

Post-PT career opportunities.

BPT graduates have different career opportunities, including:

Physiotherapist / Physical Therapist
Rehabilitation Specialist
Sports Physiotherapist
Clinical Therapist in Hospitals
Fitness and Wellness Consultant.
Physiotherapy lecturer or researcher.

They may practice in hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, sports clubs, gyms, NGOs or have their own independent clinics.

BTP in Nepal Scope.

In Nepal, physiotherapy is an emerging industry with more and more people becoming aware of physical health and rehabilitation. Opportunities include:

Rehabilitation centers and hospitals.
Fitness industries and sports teams.
Private physiotherapy clinics
Community health programs and NGOs.
Educational and research facilities.

BPT graduates have good career prospects as the number of non-invasive treatment options is on the rise.

Internship and Practical Training.

BPT consists of a wide range of clinical exposure and internship that includes:

Caring about injured and physically disabled patients.
Use of physiotherapy and rehabilitation exercises.
Collaboration with healthcare practitioners in hospitals.
Real-life patient cases and recovery plans.
This practical experience enables students to be confident and professional.

Further Study Options

Upon graduation of BPT, the students may continue their education to:

Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)
MSc Rehabilitation Science / Sports Science.
Ph.D. Physiotherapy or Health Sciences.
Specialty in sports therapy, neurological or orthopedic.

Why Choose BPT?

BPT is a great option to students who care about healthcare, physical fitness and rehabilitation. It offers:

Strong demand in health and sports industries.
Hands on learning experience.
The possibility to directly enhance the quality of life of patients.
In Nepal and elsewhere, career stability and growth.

It is a gratifying career to individuals who take pleasure in assisting others to heal and live a better life.