Rheumatology practice for allied health professionals

Overview

A one-day education course for physiotherapists and other allied health professionals, featuring key themes professionals need to know when working in rheumatology.

Date

10 July 2025

Venue

Online

CPD

6 hours

This course offers need-to-know education for physiotherapists, occupational therapists, first contact practitioners, podiatrists and other allied health professionals. The day will provide the update on the essentials needed to deliver top-quality care, but that aren't always covered in day-to-day practice.

Learning objectives:

To have up-to-date, evidence-based information on hot topics in rheumatology including long Covid and bone health management, understanding service provision and diet and nutrition in rheumatic diseases.
To gain knowledge that can improve your clinical practice and learn more about your professional development

This course also offers an opportunity to learn from your peers and showcases the role and value of your professional group to the rest of the MDT.

Example programme

10 July

Morning

09:00 - 13:15

Afternoon

13:15 - 17:00

Bursary

Allied health professionals, nurses and pharmacists can apply for an education bursary for this course; you could access up to £200 towards the cost of the registration fee. Applications are now open.

Rheumatology practice for allied health professionals

Overview