M.P.T - Pediatrics
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of children with physical challenges? Do you aspire to become a specialist in Paediatric Physiotherapy and make a profound impact on children’s mobility, health, and overall development? Acharya’s NR Institute of Physiotherapy offers a Master’s in Paediatric Physiotherapy designed to provide you with the advanced clinical skills, theoretical knowledge, and hands-on experience required to excel in this rewarding and impactful field.
The program, in detail
Program Highlights
- Build clinical experience through collaborations with leading paediatric centres.
- Explore research opportunities in paediatric rehabilitation.
- Learn from experienced faculty with expertise in paediatric physiotherapy and related fields.
- Develop skills in cerebral palsy rehabilitation, early intervention and video-based gait assessment.
- Gain knowledge of school fitness, exercise prescription and adaptive therapies for children with special needs.
- Gain exposure to advanced rehabilitation technologies, including robotic devices and virtual reality-based therapies.
- Participate in clinical placements at paediatric rehabilitation centres, hospitals and special education schools.
- Develop hands-on experience in assessing children, planning treatments and monitoring their progress.
- Gain experience across inpatient, outpatient, school-based and community rehabilitation settings.
- Strengthen communication, leadership and teamwork skills for working with children, families and multidisciplinary teams.
- Learn to deliver compassionate, culturally sensitive and ethical care to children with diverse needs.
Career Scope
Graduating with a Master’s in Paediatric Physiotherapy opens up numerous career opportunities in a variety of settings. You can work in paediatric hospitals, special education schools, rehabilitation centres, or private clinics specializing in paediatric care.
- Paediatric Physiotherapist
- Paediatric Rehabilitation Specialist
- Early Intervention Therapist
- Developmental Disabilities Specialist
- Physiotherapy Lecturer / Research Associate
Eligibility
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: BSc (Physiotherapy) or BPT with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university Candidates who completed BPT via bridge course (after Diploma in Physiotherapy) are eligible (Must have completed a 6-month compulsory rotating internship from a recognized university)
