Chettinad Institute of Physiotherapy

Chettinad School of Physiotherapy was established as a new school in 2019 under Chettinad Academy of Education and Research (CARE), deemed to be University under section 3 of UGC act 1956. The School is situated on the University eco-friendly green campus with sophisticated learning resources such as exercise therapy unit, gait training unit, electrotherapy unit, sports rehabilitation unit, multimedia libraries, physiology lab and an anatomy museum. The campus also provides student amenities such as hostels, cafeteria, gym, reading rooms and recreation areas.

Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute has 1200 beds where the physiotherapy students can gain practical exposure to varying patient rehabilitation under clinical supervision. Students at Chettinad School of Physiotherapy get the opportunity to interact with and learn from some of the best professionals in their chosen area by regular guest lecturers, CME and CPE programmes.

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) is a comprehensive four-and-a-half-year undergraduate program that provides a strong foundation in rehabilitative medicine. The program emphasizes practical expertise in areas such as Exercise Therapy, Electrotherapy, Radiology & Imaging Technology, Orthopaedics & Traumatology, and General Medicine. Students gain hands-on training to master advanced physiotherapeutic skills, including therapeutic exercises and electro-physical modalities, for diagnosing and treating movement dysfunctions and disabilities. The course is complemented by a six-month internship, offering real-world clinical exposure to prepare students for professional practice.

Course Objectives

To impart in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology related to physiotherapy practices.
To develop proficiency in therapeutic exercises and electrotherapy techniques for treating physical dysfunctions.
To train students in accurate diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of diseases and disabilities related to movement and posture.
To equip students with the skills to improve functional mobility, promote optimal health, and enhance the quality of life for patients.
To foster practical exposure through clinical training, industry visits, and outreach programs for real-world healthcare scenarios.

Learning Outcomes

Acquire advanced skills in rehabilitative medicine, including exercise therapy and electro-physical modalities, to treat a range of conditions.
Demonstrate the ability to assess, diagnose, and create personalized treatment plans for patients with movement dysfunctions and disabilities.
Develop expertise in the application of modern physiotherapy techniques and technologies in clinical settings.
Exhibit a holistic understanding of patient care, including the promotion of optimal health and functional mobility.
Gain real-world experience and confidence in treating patients through hands-on clinical training and a mandatory six-month internship.
Cultivate interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, healthcare teams, and communities.

This program is designed to produce skilled and compassionate physiotherapists ready to make meaningful contributions to healthcare.

Curriculum

Semester I

Anatomy – I	Physiology – I
Sociology	English
Psychology	Fundamentals of Computing

Semester II

Anatomy II	Physiology II
Physiotherapy orientation and First Aid	Food and Nutrition
Biochemistry	Healthcare Delivery system

Semester III

Exercise therapy – I	Electrotherapy – I
Clinical Medicine	Applied Physics
Clinical Training – I	Biomechanics – I
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation

Semester IV

Exercise therapy – II	Electrotherapy – II
Microbiology and Pathology	Clinical testing
Biomechanics – II	Ergonomics
Clinical Training – II

Semester V

PT in OBG & Women's health	Geriatric rehabilitation
Pharmacology	Fitness
Community Medicine	Yoga
Clinical Training – III

Semester VI

Clinical Neurology for PT	Clinical Orthopaedics for PT
Rehabilitative Medicine	Clinical diagnosis
Clinical Cardiorespiratory for PT	Orthotic & Prosthetic appliances
Clinical Training – IV

Semester VII

PT for Neurology diseases	PT for Orthopaedic diseases
Functional outcome measures	PT evaluation
PT for Cardiorespiratory diseases	Medical records & Documentation
Clinical Training – V

Semester VIII

Evidence based practice	Clinical reasoning
Biostatistics & Research methodology	Project
Professional ethics for PT	Clinical Training –VI

Internship Training (6 months)

All candidates admitted to Bachelor of Physiotherapy Degree Course shall undergo Six (6) months of Physiotherapy internship after successful completion of the final examination in the following clinical areas.

Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology – 30 days
Department of Cardiorespiratory including ICCU – 30 days
Department of Neurology – 30 days
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – 30 days
Paediatrics – 2 weeks
Department of Sports Medicine – 2 weeks
Post-operative ward and SICU – 2 weeks
Obstetrics and Gynaecology – 2 weeks

Eligibility

To be eligible for this program, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Be at least 17 years old by the end of the current academic year.
Have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (HSC) or an equivalent exam with English, Physics, Chemistry, and either Botany, Zoology, or Biology as subjects.