QUALITY

McGill University and its training programs are internationally recognized. Moreover, since its inception, the Faculty of Medicine's School of Physical and Occupational Therapy has played a key role in shaping the development of both disciplines in Canada.

In fact, McGill University was the first educational institution in Canada to offer:

• a university-level training program in physiotherapy (1916);
• a Bachelor of Science in physiotherapy (1943);
• programs leading to the granting of a Bachelor of Science or a diploma in physical and occupational therapy (1954);
• a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Science (1976);
• a Ph.D in Rehabilitation Science (1988).

Each rehabilitation course has been designed in order to meet the needs of tomorrow's therapist. The courses are intended to expand knowledge relative to the therapist's fields of interest, and provide him/her with the added opportunity to improve clinical competence.

A unique pedagogical formula backed up by a "1 teacher for 1 student" ratio will be implemented in every practical workshop. This will enable the acquired knowledge to be effectively transferred to practice, as applied to a variety of clienteles.

FLEXIBILITY and ACCESSIBILITY

This training program has been developed through a maximal use of new information and communications technologies (Internet). It was designed with the help of tried-and-true educational software (WebCT), the most widely used system across colleges and universities around the world.

In addition, the workshops given in courses POTH-676 and POTH-677 can be organized locally, within specialized centres in regional communities (when the number of participants warrants it).

RELEVANCE

This professional development program includes on-site training at an institution (the CLRC or another local rehabilitation centre), where real-life cases will be studied. This training program will furnish the student with the necessary tools enabling them to play a leading role in this sector, as part of their profession.

In conjunction with its partners, the School of Physical and Occupational Therapy of McGill University believes that these professional development courses in driving ability screening, evaluation and retraining constitute a significant contribution to the continuing education of health professionals, one which will substantially enhance the organization and quality of services centered around improving functional autonomy, socioprofessional integration, security and the quality of life of the Québec population.