Physio Academy Online Courses

Whether you’re a new graduate, an advanced practitioner, a specialist, or somewhere in between; there is a Physio Academy course to suit you. Browse our full offerings below, or filter by interest or career level. If you’re unsure of where to start, take our ‘CPD Self Assessment Quiz to receive a tailored learning pathway recommendation.

Our Online Courses

Choose from our range of learning activities including webinars, online micro-learning modules and blended learning (online and practical courses). All of our courses are eligible for CPD points in NZ.

Courses are designed to better fit in with busy clinician lifestyles by providing:

  • Flexibility to complete courses from home or work in your own time.
  • The most up-to-date clinical skills supported by current evidence.
  • Facilitating the translation of your knowledge into practical skills to help your patients.
  •  Immediate results and feedback on pre- and post-course quizzes.
  • Cutting edge, interactive learning activities using clinical scenarios that consolidate your clinical reasoning.
Learn anywhere, apply everywhere with Physio Academy.
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What’s New in Concussion Rehab in 2023

Latest evidence and clinical advances in the assessment and management of concussion. Find out how these advances will influence your understanding of concussion and directly affect your clinical practice.

12 months

1 Hour

Expectations on New Graduates

Starting a career in physiotherapy can be daunting. Find out what is (and isn’t) expected of new graduate physiotherapists, how to navigate the ‘learning curve’ to build proficiency over time and enjoy the journey!

12 months

1 hour

The Female Athlete: Special Considerations In Musculoskeletal Injury Management

Kylie Cox presents an overview for Physiotherapists on the special considerations of the female athlete in musculoskeletal injury management.

12 months

1 hour

The Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvic Girdle Pain: What are we treating?

What are we treating? Clear up long-held beliefs, clarify terminology and review current evidence for assessment and physiotherapy treatment of SIJ and pelvic girdle pain.

12 months

1 hour

Medical Screening: Unit 8 Upper Limb

In this unit we cover; Visceral pain, Neurovascular compromise, Shoulder dislocation, Compartment syndrome, Fractures and bone lesions and Infection.

12 months

30 minutes

Medical Screening: Unit 4 Rheumatological Conditions

"In this unit we cover; Sero-positive arthritis, Sero-negative arthritis and Non-articular conditions."

12 months

30 minutes

Medical Screening: Unit 9 Lower Limb

In this unit we cover; Visceral pain, Neurovascular compromise, Pediatric conditions, Compartment syndrome, Fractures and bone lesions and Infection.

12 months

30 minutes

Medical Screening: Unit 7 Thoratic, Lumbar Spine & Pelvis

In this unit we cover; Osteoporosis, Spinal tumours, Cauda equina and AAA Metabolic bone lesions, Radiculopathy / Stenosis, Visceral / Vascular, Spondyloarthropathies and Clinical Reference Sheets.

12 months

1 hour

Medical Screening: Unit 5 Cancer Screening

In this unit we cover; Signs and symptoms, Pathways for metastases, Endogenous risk factors, Exogenous risk factors, and Clinical reference sheets.

12 months

1 hour

Medical Screening: Unit 6 Cranium and Cervical Spine

In this unit we cover; Osteoporosis, Spinal tumours, Cauda equina and AAA Metabolic bone lesions, Radiculopathy / Stenosis, Visceral / Vascular, Spondyloarthropathies and Clinical Reference Sheets.

12 months

1 hour

Medical Screening: Unit 10 Screening by Systems

Digestive system, Cardiovascular system, Respiratory system, Genitourinary system, Endocrine system, Medications, Clinical reference sheets.

12 months

30 minutes

Medical Imaging: Skeletal System

This self-paced, online learning course provides a grounding in medical diagnostic imaging concepts for musculoskeletal trauma and pathology and includes the spine, upper and lower limb.

12 months

14 hours

Medical Imaging: Upper Limb

This self-paced, online learning course provides a grounding in medical diagnostic imaging concepts for the musculoskeletal system with a focus on the upper limb including the shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist & hand.

12 months

7.5 hours

Medical Imaging: Introduction to Medical Imaging

This course provides a grounding in medical diagnostic imaging concepts, investigations, safety, evaluation & communication in clinical practice.

12 months

4 hours

Medical Screening: Unit 2 Health Screening

In this unit we cover; Visceral pain patterns, Health status forms and Body systems approach.

12 months

1 hour

Movement Screening, Landings and Asymmetry

Learn and apply the essentials of movement competency screening, assessment of landing mechanics and limb asymmetry assessment for rehabilitation to help minimise injury risk and optimise performance.

Lifetime of site

10 hours approx

Diagnosing and Addressing Asymmetry

Learn to assess interlimb asymmetry using jump and hop tests including the use of force plate technology and diagnose specific muscle performance deficits to guide your rehabilitation.

Lifetime of site

10 hours

Challenging Conversations for Clinicians

Do you find it difficult to have challenging conversations with patients or staff? Margaret Potter will provide you with a coach-approach to the dialogue and tips for navigating those challenging conversations.

12 months

1 hour

Medical Imaging: Body Systems

This self-paced, online learning course provides a grounding in medical diagnostic imaging concepts for the musculoskeletal system with a focus on the Cardiorespiratory and Central Nervous Systems.

12 months

6 hours

Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Learn about the clinical presentation of PMR, including temporal arteritis and upskill in the diagnosis, investigations, onward referral and management of polymyalgia rheumatica and other connective tissue disorders.

12 months

45 minutes

Fundamentals of Laboratory Testing

Learn about common laboratory tests, their utilisation, reference ranges and clinical implications for physiotherapy practice.

10 weeks*

15 hours

Osteoarthritis – Beyond Wear and Tear

Is osteoarthritis due to ‘wear and tear’? Is running bad for OA? What should we be telling our patients and what can physiotherapy do?

12 months

1 hour

Spondyloarthritis

Learn about the clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, investigations, medical and specific physiotherapy management of axial and peripheral spondyloarthritis.

12 months

2 hours

Introduction to Rheumatology Red Flags

An introduction to rheumatology for musculoskeletal physiotherapists. Learn the classification and presenting features of common rheumatologic conditions and basic management principles.

12 months

1 hour

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