Training Programme for Physiotherapists as First Contact Physiotherapists

The training is designed to align with the training requirements as stipulated in the Clinical Guideline for First-Contact Physiotherapists on Assessment and Cross-disciplinary Management Approach for Common Musculoskeletal Problems in Primary Care Setting.

Organizers

• Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association
• Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Mode of Training

Online Video Training (7 hrs) + Assessment (1 hour)

Speakers

• Prof. Raymond TSANG – "Clinical Guideline for First-Contact Physiotherapists on Assessment and Cross Disciplinary Management Approach for Common Musculoskeletal Problems in Primary Care Setting"
• Ms. Mandy MAK – "Navigating the New Version of Code of Practice or the New Page of Physiotherapists in Hong Kong"
• Mr. Ken POON – "Sharing on eHealth System for Physiotherapists in Direct Access Pain Program"
• Prof. Sharon TSANG – "Physiotherapy Practice under Direct Access: Principles of Primary Care for Physiotherapists Examination and Triage of Musculoskeletal Dysfunction"

(Note: Free declaration services are provided by District Office of the Department of Home Affairs, and Physiotherapists Board)

CPD Points

7 points (AC1260031)

Fee

HK$500

Pre-approval by the HKPA is required

Part 1a Physiotherapist (a) Copy of Certificate of Registration / Practising Certificate (Both are acceptable)

Part 1b Physiotherapist (a) Copy of Certificate of Registration / Practising Certificate (Both are acceptable) (b) Official letter of verification from employer(s) documenting a minimum of 2,000 clinical hours (applicants can use the template HKPA provided or company's own letter. The letter should include applicant's full English name, working period and hours, must be signed and chopped by employer, and include the employer's contact information.) (c) Self-declaration form of physiotherapist's clinical experience hours (Part 1b) (d) Declaration before a Commissioner for Oaths, Notary Public, or Justice of the Peace for the two documents (Document (b): Employer's letter + Document (c): Self-declaration)

Enquiry

hkpadirectaccess@gmail.com

Time to gather your documents and get ready to advance your clinical practice!