There is no dearth of opportunities after completing graduation and postgraduation degree in physiotherapy. Qualified and talented professionals can find decent employment opportunities in Hospitals, Nursing homes, Residential Homes, Rehabilitation Centers, Private Offices such as Private Practices or Private Clinics, etc. After completingPhysiotherapy courses candidates can choose career paths as Physiotherapist, Researcher, Osteopath, Therapy Manager, Sports Physio Rehabilitator, Lecturer, Physical Healthcare Consultant.
College of Physiotherapy
College of Physiotherapy
The College of Physiotherapy of Sikkim Professional University (SPU) is considered as one of the top institutes of Physiotherapy in Sikkim has carved a niche for itself in the sphere of academic education. Today, the college of physiotherapy of SPU has a distinguished identity in the professional physiotherapy education. With state-of-the-art academic infrastructure, well-qualified and well-seasoned academicians; the University holistically promotes academic excellence, intellectual discipline and professional Leadership.The College of Physiotherapy offers Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Master of Physiotherapy courses.
According to the norms set down by the Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP), the college of physiotherapy has sublime academic infrastructure including modern lecture halls equipped with smart boards and LCD projectors, cutting-edge laboratories, and a well-stocked library. The College of Physiotherapy of Sikkim Professional University (SPU) has a highlyqualified, dedicated and disciplined teaching faculty attend national and international conferences to update themselves and to sharpen their teaching and mentoring skills.Constructive teaching methodology and real-time case studiesmake teaching-learning interesting and keep students engage in the classroom.
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Physiotherapy programmes at Sikkim Professional University are designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of rehabilitative medicine. Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Physiotherapy (Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Master of Physiotherapy) is an excellent blend of theoretical and practical learning that meets with the international standard of the industry, students get excellent exposure to clinical and academic training, backed by mandatory internship period to impart the requisite practical exposure.
Today, due to unbalanced and sedentary lifestyles, people face common muscular and skeleton problems like backache, stiff shoulders and neck, osteoarthritis knee, etc. Physiotherapists work with mainstream doctors to help cure these dysfunctions. The term “Physiotherapy” was originated in Greece and it is the science of curing illness or disabilities acquired from birth, injuries, or other mishaps.
Initially, Physiotherapy was used to treat back pains, neck pains and certain orthopedic and neurological problems. But nowadays physiotherapists cater to a vast range of medical branches, including general surgery, gynaecology, and sports medicine. Physiotherapists treat patients and help them to regain proper physical movement with the help of massages, exercises and a combination of therapies using heat, wax, and electricity. The first and foremost prerequisite to be a good physiotherapist is, candidates should have a sound understanding of human anatomy.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy programme at Sikkim Professional University helps students to make a flourishing career as a Physiotherapist. During the four-and-half-year course, students go through rigorous theoretical and practical learning that develops their cognitive abilities and expertise. The programme aims to prepare highly qualified Physiotherapists with a solid foundation in research, theory, clinical skills, and hands-on community services.
Master of Physiotherapy programme (specialization in sports and cardio) at Sikkim Professional University helps students to make a splendid career in sport science and cardiopulmonary physiotherapy. During twoyear course, students learn special type of physiotherapy to treat and control various injuries in sport and various disorders in human heart.Master of Physiotherapy programme (specialization in sports and cardio) not only opens rewarding avenues of professional career but also allow candidates to enter the field of research, education and consultation.
Eligibility for Physiotherapy Courses:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy:
Candidates who have completed 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with 50% marks from any recognized institutes, they are eligible for admission in Bachelor of Physiotherapy course.
Master of Physiotherapy:
Candidates who have completed Bachelor of Physiotherapy with 50% marks from any recognized University, they are eligible for admission in Master of Physiotherapy Admission course.
Our Vision
To provide world class education towards facing global challenges and to promote all-round development of the students’ potential by providing student centered career-oriented, quality education.
Our Mission
The College of Arts and Sciences encourages excellence in teaching through academic programs in the arts, humanities and social sciences by:
- Providing quality education to the under privileged sections of the society
- Imparting leadership qualities to dare new challenges
- Facilitating students to develop professional and life skills to enhance the employability
- Inculcating the importance of human and ethical values
- Promoting students ethical and intellectual development and capabilities through critical and independent thinking, reading, and communicating.
Objective of Physiotherapy Programmes:
- Upon completion of Physiotherapy programmes, graduates of the programme will be able to
- Recognize the role ofPhysiotherapy in the context of health needs.
- Perform safe, systematic, and appropriate physiotherapy assessments for various conditions.
- Identify, define and deal with problems of professional practice through logical, analytical, and critical thinking.
- Choose, demonstrate intervention safely and document the progression appropriately.
- Able to work independently or collaboratively as a part of a rehabilitation team.
Career Scope of Physiotherapy programmes:
Academic Programmes In Arts
BPT
Duration : 4.5 Years
Eligibility : 10+2 with minimum of 50% marks in PCB along with English
MPT Sports & Cardio
Duration : 2 Years
Eligibility : BPT with minimum of 50% marks in aggregate