Practicalities

This course is divided into 4 sections/weeks and it is suggested (but not required) that each section be completed over the duration of approximately a week. Please note that no deadlines are applied and this course can be started and completed according to your own schedule. We expect the required elements of each section/week to take around 16-18 hours depending on your schedule and learning style. Additionally there are many optional resources provided and if you choose to review these the course could take longer to complete.
It’s not going to be easy, we’ll expect you to work hard for your completion certificate and PP+ points! You won’t be sitting back and watching webinars, we’ll expect you to reading tasks, complete quizzes, perform literature searches and other learning activities. You’ll need to reflect on your own experiences and contribute them within the discussion forum, this is where we can learn from each other’s experiences and knowledge from all around the world! At the end of the course, when you have completed all of the required elements, you will be able to download a certificate of completion and 16 PP+ points will be added to your personalised learning dashboard.

Requirements to complete this course

In order to complete this course and receive a course completion certificate you will need to:

1. abide by the Physiopedia Plus Community Culture
2. log as completed all the required reading and video viewing activities
3. actively participate in the course forum discussions
4. pass a final quiz with a score of 80% or more
5. complete a course evaluation form

Learning outcomes

By the end of this learn topic you should be able to:

1. Describe issues arising in knee complaints in relation to functional anatomy and biomechanics.
2. Identify key considerations when treating paediatric knee complaints.
3. Differentiate between common knee conditions in adults and children.
4. Select appropriate assessment techniques and outcomes measures for individuals with knee complaints.
5. Evaluate the information gathered from the assessment of an individual with a knee complaint and formulate likely hypothesis.
6. Recognise evidence based treatment techniques for the knee.
7. Choose appropriate treatment and rehabilitation approaches for an individuals with knee complaints.
8. Demonstrate clinical reasoning when presented with knee conditions.
9. Critically analyse the literature related to the knee.

Accreditations

1. Australian Physiotherapy Council

   Australia

   APC Accredited Continuing Professional Development

2. South African Society of Physiotherapy

   South Africa

   This course was submitted for accreditation with the SASP. You can start and finish this course and download the certificate at a later stage.

   South African Society of Physiotherapy: PPB007/PT000/2019/070 (4 General CEUs Level 1)

3. Texas Physical Therapy Association

   United States - Texas

   The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE.

   This activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider #2312053TX and meets continuing competence requirements for PT and PTA licensure renewal in Texas. This activity will provide 20.00 CCUs.

Course recognised by

1. Ireland (CORU)

   Ireland

   Physioplus meets the CPD standards of the Health and Social Professions Council of Ireland (CORU). All activities completed on Physioplus are accepted and can contribute towards your continued professional development.

2. New Zealand

   New Zealand

   Physioplus courses are recognised under the recertification programme by the New Zealand Board. Courses can be included in registered Physiotherapists CPD plan and recorded as part of the required 100 hours of CPD over a three year period.

3. United Kingdom UK (HCPC)

   United Kingdom

   Physioplus meets the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) CPD standards and all activities completed on Physioplus are accepted by the HCPC and can contribute towards your continued professional development.

4. United States – Montana

   United States
   Montana

   The State Board does not pre-approve any activities or sponsors for CE credits. Physioplus courses should fulfil requirements for professional development as Category B activities.

5. United States – States accepting accreditation from other States

   United States
   Alaska, Arizona, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Virginia

   The state board of physical therapy accepts courses accredited by other States. As a result, Physioplus courses should fulfil requirements for professional development based on the Texas Physical Therapy Association accreditation - please check with your state board.

6. United States – States not requiring accreditation

   United States
   Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Utah, Washington

   The state board of physical therapy either does not require course pre-approval or does not require CEUs for re-licensure. As a result, Physioplus courses should fulfil requirements for professional development - please check with your state board.