Careers
Career as a Podiatrist
The Your Career website states that Podiatrists prevent, diagnose, and treat disorders of the feet.
On any given day, a Podiatrist will be –
· examining patients' feet to determine the nature and extent of conditions, deformities, and injuries
· examining and treating foot disabilities caused by diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and other neuropathies
· prescribing and arranging the fabrication of footwear to correct foot abnormalities
· performing minor surgery to remove and improve abnormal conditions
· prescribing and fitting replaceable pads, palliative and functional supports and other devices for the protection and correction of foot abnormalities
· advising patients about continued treatment and foot care
· may provide rehabilitation services to the physically handicapped
· may refer patients to or have patients referred from Medical Practitioners.
According to the Good Careers Guide, Podiatrists may develop a special interest in dealing with particular client groups, such as children, the aged or sportspeople. They may also work in a particular area, such as occupational health, or with general medical conditions that result in foot and leg problems. This highly-skilled specialisation within the allied health sector is in high demand and there is strong growth.
The only university in Victoria offering an undergraduate qualification in podiatry is La Trobe University – Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours).
Snapshot of Melbourne Polytechnic in 2021
· Melbourne Polytechnic has been delivering vocational training since 1912 and today offers a diverse range of innovative, hands-on TAFE (VET) and Higher Education (Degree) programs
· In October 2014, the Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE (NMIT) changed its name to Melbourne Polytechnic
· There are hundreds of courses to pick and choose from at Melbourne Polytechnic including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships, and short courses too
· Melbourne Polytechnic offers students a range of services, facilities and learning resources across its campuses. There are six libraries, as well as learning services, conference facilities, restaurants and much more
· Melbourne Polytechnic has seven campuses, two training centres, and a Skills and Job Centre
· Melbourne Polytechnic also participates in the Free TAFE and Job Trainer course options
· A number of scholarships are available to a range of students, and they differ from semester to semester and year to year so students are encouraged to keep an eye on what may be available to them.
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