Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy)
Course code: GC-PHTYPFP
April
AUD $24,496 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
April
AUD $29,488 (2026 indicative first year fee)
IELTS 6.5: with no band less than 6.0
Course structure
Overview
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this course, graduates will be expected to be able to demonstrate:
- An advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology applied to a specialist physiotherapy area
- An advance understanding of the recent knowledge base in a specialist physiotherapy area
- Advanced clinical skills and techniques applicable to a specialist physiotherapy area; and
- An ability to promote evidence-based practice in a specialist physiotherapy area.
Teaching dates
PHTY90002 The Pelvic Floor: Function & Dysfunction
PHTY90003 Advanced Practice in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
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Explore the subjects you could choose as part of this certificate.
The course consists of three (3) core subjects, however all applicants will be considered for credit for subject PHTY90040 Physiotherapy Professional Portfolio.
| Accordion | |
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| The Pelvic Floor:Function&Dysfunction · 12.5 pts |
This subject covers anatomy, functional anatomy and neurophysiology of the pelvis and its contents, with particular emphasis on the pelvic floor muscles and fascia, micturition and the urinary tract. Types of incontinence and diagnostic procedures are discussed and physiotherapy assessment and management of different types of incontinence are studied theoretically and practically. Pathology of connective tissue and its relationship to prolapse, and surgical procedures in gynaecology are studied theoretically. The use of electrotherapy for diagnosis and treatment is included. An introduction to evidence based practice and computer database searching are provided. |
| Advanced Practice in Pelvic Floor Physio · 12.5 pts |
This subject comprises five content areas related to pelvic floor dysfunction, including specific issues related to ano-rectal dysfunction, male continence, paediatric, geriatric continence and pelvic pain. Content includes anatomy, physiology and pathology of the ano-rectum and the male urinary tract, normal and pathological development of the urinary system in children and ageing-related issues as they apply to the urinary system, musculo-skeletal system and the patient as a whole. Prevention, assessment and treatment of dysfunction in each of these patient groups will be addressed. Interdisciplinary management, pharmacology, pain management and sexuality are included. |
| Physiotherapy Professional Portfolio · 25 pts |
Physiotherapists continually upgrade their professional knowledge and skills to ensure that their contribution to the health care of patients is of the highest standard and excellence in practice is maintained. Students are required to submit a learning portfolio with evidence of having completed or attended professional development courses, workshops, hospital or clinical in-services, conferences, presentations, publications and/or research. Bonus points will be awarded for professional development activities within the specialist stream. |