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Physiotherapists and occupational therapists

Physiotherapists aim to help people develop their physical abilities and functional skills. They do this by assisting people to improve their posture and movement through intervention and support.

Occupational therapists help people to become more independent and improve their ability to perform the daily operations of life such as studying, working and playing. They do this by enabling people to engage in meaningful occupations for health, wellbeing, achievement and life success.

EQ physiotherapists and occupational therapists have a particular focus on helping children to take part in school and learning, as well as everyday life.

The type of service a physiotherapist or occupational therapist provides varies according to the needs of the student and the student's education program. It may include any combination of the following:

• information presentations for parents and team members
• training teachers or teacher aides in ways they can support the child
• introduction of equipment or resources
• adaptation of the child's program
• adaptation of the child's classroom set-up
• school visits for the therapist to work with the child, individually or in a group.

Children who may be eligible for referral to EQ physiotherapists and occupational therapists include children with disability who:

• have a verified disability under the Education Adjustment Program
• attend an early childhood development program or service
  or
• are enrolled in Prep and are eligible for special education services or support.

For more information about EQ physiotherapy and occupational therapy:

• talk to staff at your school or PEO, SS 56k
• visit the therapy services area of the website
• see the DSSU occupational therapy page on the Learning Place
• see the DSSU physiotherapy page on the Learning Place

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