Biopsychosocial Practice

Undergraduate | 2027

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Mode
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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
REHB 2005
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Course ID
209371
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Whyalla
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of AH & HP
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

The aim of this course is to develop an understanding of principles and implications of biopsychosocial physiotherapy practice. Biopsychosocial models underpinning and influencing individual and community health behaviors, behavior change processes and physiotherapy assessment, planning and practice; communication skills for identifying and clarifying biopsychosocial cues for action within client encounters; Physiotherapy oriented introductory skills in behaviour change approaches, cultural competence and inclusive practice; Relationships between thoughts, beliefs and behaviours specific to health, how these inform psychological strategies (cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, stress management) and implications for physiotherapy practice; Relationships between social factors and health of specific populations including Aboriginal and The aim of this course is Torres Islanders, how these inform culturally responsive strategies and implications for physiotherapy practice.

Course learning outcomes

  • Explain current thinking concerning the biopsychosocial framework.
  • Explain how biopsychosocial factors influence them as trainee health professionals and future physiotherapists.
  • Describe how psychological and social factors influence the health of individuals and communities.
  • Demonstrate an ability to identify psychological and social cues within a patient assessment.
  • Identify and communicate a plan for appropriate behaviour change and culturally responsive practice within a physiotherapist-client interaction.

Prerequisite(s)

  • Must have completed REHB1001 Physiotherapy Studies 101

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • Must not have completed all of OCCU2007 Biopsychosocial Practice/REHB2047 Biopsychosocial Practice at the University of South Australia

Assumed knowledge

N/A

Textbook(s)

N/A

Inherent requirements

N/A

Other resources

N/A

Assessment

  • Multiple Choice Questions – 25%
  • Multiple Choice Questions – 25%
  • Skills Demonstration – 50%

Availability

Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 13/08/2027
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Census date
Fri 03/09/2027
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 17/09/2027
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 15/10/2027

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Group 1

Class number
Class number 64213
Section
Section LE01
Size
Size 325
Available
Available 325
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 23 Sep Thursday 2:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Basil Hetzel, H2-02
14 Oct - 4 Nov Thursday 2:10pm - 4pm Adelaide City Campus East Basil Hetzel, H2-02
Class number
Class number 64214
Section
Section WS08
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 8:10am - 9:30am Adelaide City Campus East Brookman, B4-20B
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 8:10am - 9:30am Adelaide City Campus East Brookman, B4-20B
Class number
Class number 64215
Section
Section WS07
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 5:10pm - 6:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 5:10pm - 6:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
Class number
Class number 64216
Section
Section WS06
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 3:40pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 3:40pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
Class number
Class number 64217
Section
Section WS05
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 2:10pm - 3:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 2:10pm - 3:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
Class number
Class number 64218
Section
Section WS04
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 12:40pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 12:40pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
Class number
Class number 64219
Section
Section WS03
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 11:10am - 12:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 11:10am - 12:30pm Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
Class number
Class number 64220
Section
Section WS02
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 9:40am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 9:40am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
Class number
Class number 64221
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 8:10am - 9:30am Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 8:10am - 9:30am Adelaide City Campus East Playford, P5-45
Class number
Class number 65050
Section
Section WS13
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 9:40am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-03
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 9:40am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-03
Class number
Class number 65051
Section
Section WS12
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 8:10am - 9:30am Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-03
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 8:10am - 9:30am Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-03
Class number
Class number 65052
Section
Section WS11
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 12:40pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 510
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 12:40pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 510
Class number
Class number 65053
Section
Section WS10
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 3:40pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 522A
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 3:40pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Barr Smith South, 522A
Class number
Class number 65054
Section
Section WS09
Size
Size 24
Available
Available 24
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 9:40am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Brookman, B4-20B
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 9:40am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Brookman, B4-20B

Whyalla

Group 1

Class number
Class number 64222
Section
Section LE01
Size
Size 5
Available
Available 5
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 9:10am - 10:30am Whyalla myLearning, Online
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 9:10am - 10:30am Whyalla myLearning, Online
Class number
Class number 64223
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 5
Available
Available 5
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
11 Oct - 1 Nov Monday 10:40am - 12pm Whyalla Building U, U1-09
2 Aug - 20 Sep Monday 10:40am - 12pm Whyalla Building U, U1-09

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)