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Physiotherapy CPD Course on Clinical Notes Writing
This focused, practice-based online physiotherapy CPD course equips physiotherapists and students with the essential skills to write accurate, concise, and clinically relevant SOAP notes. Aligned with HCPC and CSP standards, the course explores structured documentation principles, safe abbreviation use, and the integration of SMART goals into treatment planning. Through case-based learning and hands-on exercises, participants will enhance their ability to communicate clinical reasoning, track progress, and meet medico-legal and interdisciplinary requirements with confidence.
This internationally relevant physio course provides physiotherapists with the knowledge and tools to document clinical encounters using the SOAP note framework and SMART goal methodology. Designed to meet the standards of professional bodies such as the HCPC (UK),CAPR (Canada),AHPRA (Australia),and state licensing boards in the USA and Malaysia, the course emphasises clarity, safety, and professional accountability in documentation. Through case-based learning physiotherapy cpd course, abbreviation safety guidelines, and hands-on exercises, learners will master structured note-writing and goal-setting strategies that enhance communication, patient outcomes, and interprofessional care.
Online Physiotherapy CPD Course objectives:
By the end of this physiotherapy cpd course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the structure and purpose of the SOAP note format and its relevance in physiotherapy documentation aligned with HCPC and CSP standards.
- Identify and apply commonly used clinical abbreviations and symbols correctly within the Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan components.
- Construct clear, clinically relevant SMART goals that reflect patient priorities and guide physiotherapy intervention planning.
- Demonstrate the ability to document a physiotherapy assessment and treatment session using accurate, concise, and standardised SOAP note entries, including for musculoskeletal case examples like plantar heel pain and lateral ankle sprain.
Who Should Enroll
- Physiotherapist
- Allied Health Professional
- Medical Doctors
- Nurses
- Other Healthcare Professionals
CPD Credit Hours
1.5 hour
Resources
Downloadable Course Material
CPD Certificate
60 Days Access to Course
Course Presenter
Dr. Rina Pandya PT DPT FHEA PGLTHE:
Dr. Rina Pandya is a highly experienced physical therapist with a diverse international background. She earned her entry-level degree from the School of Allied Health Sciences Manipal, India, and her post-professional doctoral degree from the University of Michigan-Flint.1
With extensive clinical experience in India, Oman, the United Kingdom, and the United States, Dr. Pandya brings a global perspective to her practice. Her roles as a clinician and rehabilitation manager have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems and patient care.
A dedicated advocate for lifelong learning, Dr. Pandya has completed numerous professional development courses and certifications, including a Fellowship in Higher Education (FHEA) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (PGLTHE). Her passion for evidence-based practice is further strengthened by her completion of a formal research methods program at the Manchester School of Physiotherapy.
Dr. Pandya's commitment to teaching and her desire to empower clinicians make her an ideal instructor for this course. Her engaging teaching style and practical approach will enhance your understanding of the subject matter and inspire you to implement evidance-based practices in your clinical setting
Disclaimer: Our online physiotherapy courses meet the criteria and guidelines for CPD (Continuing Professional Development). The CPD hours indicated on the certificate contribute towards fulfilling professional standards and requirements necessary for CPD audits conducted by the HCPC and AHPRA. These CPD hours are important for maintaining physiotherapy registration and ensuring compliance with CPD audit and Physiotherapy registration renewal processes. Our courses are recognized as valuable continuing education resources across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and throughout Asia and the Middle East.
