Entry-level physical therapist curricula in geriatric care: an Italian national survey study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

To address the health needs of the aging population, it is necessary to map entry-level curricula for health professionals. This survey investigated geriatric-related content in entry-level physical therapist (PT) curricula offered by Italian universities.

Methods

A cross-sectional observational study was conducted using the CROSS checklist. A 66 questions survey was developed and sent via e-mail to all entry-level PT program directors of the Italian universities.

Results

A total of 34 physical therapist undergraduate course directors out of 62 completed the survey, yielding a 54.8% response rate. These results highlight the need for greater emphasis on health promotion and prevention. Although essential competencies such as the promotion of an active lif

SUBMITTER: Bucchi F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12038426 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature