Field-Specific Skills and Competencies
- Ability to plan physiotherapy and rehabilitation education effectively.
- Ability to promote awareness of healthy living and appropriate physical activity in the community.
- Participation in, organization of, and leadership in public health, physical activity, healthy living, and sports-related events across various fields.
- Ability to assess individuals with a holistic perspective and to plan and implement individualized rehabilitation programs accordingly.
- Ability to use equipment and devices related to the physiotherapy profession.
- Knowledge and application of basic first aid principles when necessary.
- Ability to identify assessment methods, plan and implement treatment for specific subfields of physiotherapy and rehabilitation (such as cardiopulmonary, neurological, orthopedic, pediatric rehabilitation, sports physiotherapy, orthotic and prosthetic rehabilitation).
- Ability to conduct scientific research that contributes to professional development.
- Possession of effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide leadership and management in physiotherapy and rehabilitation settings.
- Ability to apply ethical principles in rehabilitation, along with awareness of patient rights and professional responsibilities and obligations.
General Competencies
- Possesses knowledge of medical and professional ethics and adheres to ethical principles.
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently and take responsibility.
- Is inclined toward interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, and transdisciplinary collaboration.
- Applies theoretical knowledge effectively in practice and makes necessary adaptations when required.
- Adopts lifelong learning and uses evidence-based practices.
- Demonstrates proficiency in information technologies and uses them effectively.
- Communicates effectively in both Turkish and at least one foreign language, in written and verbal form.
- Utilizes acquired knowledge within the framework of social responsibility.