Head of Department: Lecturer Demet Terzi
Program Coordinator: Lecturer Hatice Sevil ARSLAN
Program Type
Associate Degree Program
Level of Degree Earned
pre- license
Degree Earned
When you graduate, you have an pre- license degree. His title is Physiotherapy Technician.
Education Type
Tam zamanlı
Registration Acceptance Conditions
According to the results of this program TYT score type students are taken by OSYM with central placement.
Recognition of Prior Learning
The process of recognition of former education in Turkish Higher Education Institutions is still at the start-up phase. Therefore, the recognition of former education has not been started completely in all departments of Namik Kemal University. Yet, a proficiency exam is held at the beginning of each academic year for the compulsary Foreign Language lesson which takes place in all departments’ curriculums. The students who have finished self-learning period or acquired necessary skills in these lessons have the chance to enter these exams. The students successful in these exams are considered privileged from the relevant lesson.
Degree Requirements and Rules
The students studying in this undergraduate program are required to have a Cumulative Grade Points Average (Cum.GPA) of not less than 2.00/4.00 and have completed all the courses with at least a letter grade of DD/S in the program in order to graduate. The minimum number of ECTS credits required for graduation is 120. It is also mandatory for the students to complete their compulsory internship in a specified duration and quality.
Program Profile
The progress of technology and progress in medicine has resulted in increased treatment options and lifetime. In this context, a number of health problems in our country and in the world have increased the number of individuals who have to continue their lives with certain disabilities and disabilities. To ensure that human life is active and independent in healthy or disabled, elderly, adult or child individuals; aims to graduate from physiotherapy technicians who will provide a wide range of services in order to increase the quality of life and to contribute physiotherapy studies including physical, psychological, social, environmental and social approaches based on scientific principles and to contribute to the improvement of society development and productivity. The program aims at scientific research in physiotherapy and rehabilitation problem-solving and clinical evaluation with the knowledge necessary to maintain and improve the physical health of healthy persons in order to ensure their social participation by maximizing the functionalities and activities of persons with impairment, activity restriction and participation problems by birth or later for any reason in terms of point of view and professional ethical principles; decision-making, critical, interpreting and explanatory points of view, life-long learning and impact The aim of this course is to train physiotherapy technicians who can produce knowledge in the field of interdisciplinary working principle.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates
Physiotherapy practices in our country and in the world are becoming more important and necessary every day. physiotherapy in our country has also increased in recent years. for this reason our graduates have a very broad working area. Graduates of this program can be trained in the fields of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Neurology / Pediatric Neurology, Psychiatry, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Brain and Nerve Surgery , General Surgery, Cardiology, Cardiovascular Surgery, Chest Diseases - Chest Surgery, Pediatrics, Urology, Oncology, Gynecology, Otorhinolaryngology, All Intensive Care Services, Plastic Surgery Services, Burning Units, Emergency Service Units and Dental Units, Special Education and Rehabilitation Centers, Prosthetics and Orthotics Production and Rehabilitation Centers, Primary Health Care Providers, Industry Centers, Schools, Sports Clubs, Retirement Homes, Vocational Rehabilitation Centers, Spa Centers, , Right at Home Maintenance Centers They may perform private or public duties in hotels for tourism.
Access To Upper Degree
Graduates can continue to study at the Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Departments of universities if they are successful in the DGS.
Exams, Assessment and Grading
At least 1 midterm and 1 final exam are required per semester. In practical courses, the application notes can be graded as the 2nd midterm exam depending on the evaluations of the application places or the decision of the instructor. In addition to the midterm, projects and assignments whose dates are specified in the period given at the beginning of each semester are given. At the end of each semester, students have to take the final exam. Visa and final exams are conducted according to student regulations and academic backgrounds at the date, place and time determined and announced by the university. The final grade of the student is given according to the results of midterm, project, homework and final exam. At Namik Kemal University, the passing grade is 60 out of 100. However, it is necessary to have at least 50 of the final or the completion exam result. The exams are assessed on a full grade of 100. One semester / year end note; 40% of the average of the midterm or midterm examinations and 60% of the grade in the semester / year-end exam or make-up exam. The final-completion note is handed over to the Student Affairs by the responsible person. The final and completion grades are announced and published in the student information system.
The grading system based on the evaluation of the students' achievements is expressed in the following grades and letters:
Points
Letter Grade
Coefficient
Academic Standing
90-100
AA
4.00
Successful
80-89
BA
3.50
Successful
70-79
BB
3.00
Successful
65-69
CB
2.50
Successful
60-64
CC
2.25
Successful
50-59
DD
2.00
Fail
30-49
FD
1.00
Fail
0-29
FF
0.00
Fail
Students are required to take the first semester of the course in which they have taken courses. Students who have completed associate degree / undergraduate education and whose GPA is between 3.00 and 3.49 are honor students; Students with a mean of 3.50 or above graduate as high honor students.
Graduation Requirements
Teaching Methods
They are selected to boost the skills like teaching and learning methods and strategies, students’ self-studies, lifelong learning, observation, teaching other people, presenting, critical thinking, team work and active utilization of informatics.
In addition, special attention is paid to education system to support students with different skills. Education and training methods used in the programme are shown in the following list.*
EDUCATION AND TRAINING METHODS
MAJOR LEARNING ACTIVITIES
TOOLS
Lesson
Listening and Interpretation
Standart classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector
Discussion Lesson
Listening and Interpretation, observation/situation handling, critical thinking, question development
Standart classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector
Special Support / Structural Examples
Special skills planned beforehand
Role Play / Drama
Special skills planned beforehand
Standart classroom Technologies, special equipment
Problem Solving
Special skills planned beforehand
Case Study
Special skills planned beforehand
Brainstorming
Listening and Interpretation, observation/situation handling, critical thinking, question development, team work
Standart classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector
Small Group Discussion
Listening and Interpretation, observation/situation handling, critical thinking, question development
Standart classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector
Presentation
Listening and Interpretation, observation/situation handling
Real or virtual environment suitable for observation
Simulation
Listening and Interpretation, observation/situation handling, Informatics skills
Real or virtual environment suitable for observation
Seminar
Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading, Informatics, Listening and Interpretation, management skills
Standart classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector, special equipment
Group Study
Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading, Informatics, critical thinking, question development, management skills, team work
Field / Land Study
Observation/situation handling, Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading
Laboratuary
Observation/situation handling, Informatics, Management Skills, Team Work
Special equipment
Homework
Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading, Informatics
Internet database, library database, e-mail
Oral Exam
Survey and Questionnaire Study
Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading
Panel
Listening and Interpretation, observation/situation handling
Standart classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector, special equipment
Guest Speaker
Listening and Interpretation, observation/situation handling
Standart classroom technologies, multimedia devices, projector, computer, overhead projector, special equipment
Student Club Activity / Projects
Observation/situation handling, critical thinking, question development, team work, Research – lifelong learning, writing, reading, Management Skills, Special skills planned beforehand
*One or more of the listed methods can be used according to the feature of the lesson.
Program Outcomes
1-Has basic theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level in the field. 2-Follows the national and international literature in its field, associates the individuals with whom it provides health services and shares the developments with its colleagues. 3-By adopting the principles and reforms of Atatürk correctly, Atatürk adopts to serve all people equally on the bright path led by Atatürk as its main duty. 4-Participates in research, projects and activities that support scientific development. 5-Uses health information systems in physical therapy techniques applications. 6-Can suggest creative ideas to solve unforeseen problems that may be encountered in physiotherapy applications. 7-Have the ability to interpret safe work environment requirements, risks and hazards. 8-Understands, explains and applies effectively the necessary treatment to protect, improve, maintain and correct health when needed, while maintaining the value and dignity of each individual. 9-Can communicate at a professional level and use terminology correctly. 10-In his professional practices, it uses the knowledge gained from other fields such as health services management and behavioral sciences by integrating them with its practices. 11-Using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of health, evaluates health, identifies, analyzes problems and takes part in the planned studies for solution. 12-It offers health services in line with ethical principles and legal regulations. 13-Takes responsibility in collaboration with different disciplines in health practices. 14-Has a basic level of foreign language knowledge. 15-Bases his professional knowledge and experience on scientific and current data by using critical thinking skills in its practices. 16-Provides evidence-based practices related to the field with the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.
Curriculum
Physiotherapy
1st Class
2024-2025 Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
Browse
T
A
ECTS
FZT111
Anatomy-I
2
1
4
FZT110
Basic Measurement and Evaluation in Physiotherapy
2
2
5
YDİ101
Foreign Language I (English)
2
0
2
FZT101
Medical Terminology
2
0
3
FZT206
Normal Motor Development
2
0
3
TLP101
Physiology
2
0
3
ATİ101
Principles of Atatürk and History of Turkish Revolution I
2
0
2
TDİ101
Turkish Language I
2
0
2
Elective
GÜZ DÖNEMİ 1.SINIF SEÇMELİ DERSLER()
6
FZT108
Infectious Diseases
2
0
3
FZT109
Occupational Health and Safety-I
2
0
3
Total ECTS:
30
Total ECTS(Year):
30
2nd Class
2024-2025 Fall Semester
Course Code
Course Name
Browse
T
A
ECTS
FZT314
Hydrotherapy-Balneotherapy
2
0
3
FZT306
Information and Communication Technology
2
2
3
FZT214
Massage
2
0
3
FZT316
Physical Therapy Methods II
2
20
8
FZT313
Rheumatological Diseases
2
0
2
FZT310
Therapeutic Exercise
2
0
2
Elective
GÜZ DÖNEMİ 2.SINIF SEÇMELİ DERSLER()
6
İLY005
First Aid
2
0
3
FZT308
Geriatric Diseases
2
0
3
Elective
Üniversite Genel Seçmeli()
3
UNİSEC-SHMYO 007
Geriatric Diseases
2
0
3
Total ECTS:
30
Total ECTS(Year):
30
Matrix of Course - Program Outcomes
FZT111 Anatomy-I
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4
3
0
2
0
3
0
2
4
0
1
0
2
0
2
2
4
3
0
1
0
0
0
1
3
0
0
0
1
0
1
1
3
2
0
2
0
1
0
2
2
0
1
0
0
0
2
3
3
2
0
1
0
1
0
2
2
0
1
0
0
0
1
1
3
3
0
2
0
3
0
3
2
0
3
0
0
0
2
3
FZT110 Basic Measurement and Evaluation in Physiotherapy
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4
3
1
2
0
3
1
3
3
2
0
3
3
0
4
3
3
2
1
1
0
2
1
2
3
1
0
2
2
0
4
3
3
2
1
1
0
2
1
2
3
1
0
2
2
0
4
3
3
2
1
1
0
2
1
2
3
1
0
2
2
0
4
3
YDİ101 Foreign Language I (English)
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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1
1
1
1
1
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1
1
1
1
1
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1
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1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
FZT101 Medical Terminology
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1
4
1
1
3
2
1
2
4
2
0
3
2
4
4
2
3
3
2
4
1
3
3
2
5
3
1
3
1
3
3
2
2
3
2
1
3
1
2
4
5
1
2
2
1
4
3
4
2
5
1
2
2
3
2
3
4
4
2
0
2
3
2
3
3
4
0
4
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
1
4
3
3
0
3
3
3
4
3
4
2
2
2
1
2
4
1
4
3
2
4
4
3
2
1
4
3
3
1
3
3
3
0
1
4
3
1
1
2
1
2
5
1
1
3
4
3
2
1
FZT206 Normal Motor Development
#
4
3
2
3
2
3
3
5
5
5
5
3
4
1
3
4
4
3
2
3
2
3
3
5
5
5
5
3
4
1
3
4
4
3
2
3
2
3
3
5
5
5
5
3
4
1
3
4
4
3
2
3
2
3
3
5
5
5
5
3
4
1
3
4
TLP101 Physiology
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0
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
0
1
3
0
1
0
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
0
1
3
0
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0
1
0
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
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0
1
0
1
1
ATİ101 Principles of Atatürk and History of Turkish Revolution I
