Task Overview

In-class Quizzes consists of two online quizzes worth a combined 40% of the overall unit grade.  

• In-class Quiz 1 (Mid-term): 20% (weeks 1-5 inclusive) 
• In-class Quiz 2 (End-term): 20% (weeks 6-10 inclusive)

Each quiz will consist of 50 questions worth 85 marks. The time limit for each quiz is 120 minutes.

Quiz Structure

Each quiz will consist of two sections. 

• Section 1: Knowledge and Understanding (35 marks)
  • 35 questions
  • Multiple formats including multiple choice, true/false, drag and drop, select missing words, matching, ordering, calculations, and short answer.
• Section 2: Application and Analysis (50 Marks)
  • 15 questions
  • Multiple long-answer questions with formats including lists, explanations, and structured paragraphs that relate to clinical presentations, case studies, and video analysis.

Questions are identical for all students but are randomly generated from a question bank, meaning the sequence or appearance of questions may vary.

Conditions of Assessment

Both quizzes are closed book assessments supervised by CQUniversity staff and must be completed at the scheduled time on either the Bundaberg, Rockhampton, or Cairns campus. Access to any resource other than the quiz itself is prohibited (e.g., AI, books, notes, electronic devices, or websites). It is recommended that a laptop be used, however a tablet is permitted. The use of a mobile phone is not permitted.

General Conditions

Grace Period

The 72-hour grace period does not apply for this assessment.

Level of GenAI Use Allowed

Level 1 (No AI): You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge. 

Late Arrival to Assessment

You should aim to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Students may be admitted up to 10 minutes after the official commencement time. Any lateness reduces the available assessment time. Students arriving after the 10‑minute cut‑off will not be permitted entry and should apply for an assessment extension in line with CQU policy. If the extension is not approved, a mark of 0% will be awarded.

Additional Information

Further details and preparatory resources are available on Moodle.

Grading of Assessment
All questions will be marked numerically and an overall percentage grade will be awarded.

Task Overview

You will participate in a structured Interprofessional Education (IPE) activity with students from Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Professional Psychology, and Clinical Psychology. Working collaboratively as an interprofessional team, you will develop an assessment plan and an intervention plan for a case study child. Physiotherapy students will work together as a unified physiotherapy group within their allocated interprofessional team.

Each IPE team will include two to four physiotherapy students; final group size will depend on enrolments. By the end of week 2, you will select an IPE team meeting time and be allocated to an IPE team based on this preference. 

This assessment has three components:

• A group physiotherapy assessment plan (40%)
• A group physiotherapy intervention plan (40%)
• An individual written reflection (20%)

All IPE resources (case study, instructions, templates) are available on the IPE Moodle site from Week 4: https://moodle.cqu.edu.au/course/view.php?id=25938

Task Structure

This assessment is completed across three phases. 

Phase 1: Assessment Planning and Clinical Handover (group task)

• You will receive a referral for physiotherapy assessment and complete a physiotherapy‑specific assessment plan as a group. This plan is then provided to the interprofessional team to contribute to the interdisciplinary assessment plan.

Phase 2: Treatment Planning and Interprofessional Meeting (group task)

• Working with your physiotherapy group, you will complete physiotherapy‑specific treatment planning and then participate in an interprofessional meeting to develop an interdisciplinary intervention plan.

Phase 3: Reflection on Interprofessional Roles (individual task)

• You will complete an individual written reflection on your interprofessional learning and the evolution of physiotherapy contributions across the assessment and treatment phases.

Group Work Expectations

Physiotherapy students are expected to collaborate effectively and contribute equitably to all group components of this assessment. Any student who does not contribute within agreed‑upon timeframes will be considered in breach of expected academic conduct. If this occurs, the student will be required to attend a conduct meeting with the unit coordinator and will receive a first‑and‑final warning. If the concern remains unresolved, the unit coordinator may award a mark of zero for the group component or raise a case of academic misconduct in accordance with university policy.

General Conditions 

Grace Period

The 72‑hour grace period applies to this assessment. 

Level of GenAI use Allowed

Level 3 (AI Collaboration): You may use Al to assist with specific tasks such as drafting text, refining and evaluating your work. You must critically evaluate and modify any Al-generated content you use.

Additional Information

Further instructions, templates, case materials, meeting requirements, and interdisciplinary resources are available on Moodle.

Grading of Assessment

This assessment is evaluated using a rubric aligned with the Physiotherapy Practice Thresholds in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. This quality framework is mapped to the CQUniversity Graduate Attributes and provides a holistic standard of performance expectations for this task.

The rubric for this assessment comprises the following categories and weightings:

Group Work Component (Assessment and Treatment Plans)

• Completeness and accuracy of documented plans (20%)
• Identification of relevant concerns for caregiveres and team (20%)
• Clarity and relevance of goals (including prioritisation) (20%)
• Clarity and appropriateness of recommended assessments and/or treatments (20%)

Individual Component (Reflection)

• Comparison of plans (10%)
• Insights into inteprofessional collaboration and roles (10%)

Refer to Moodle for the assessment rubric.

This unit includes two hurdle assessments. Both must be completed satisfactorily to PASS the unit.

Hurdle 1 (Observational Placements)

Task Overview
This hurdle introduces you to paediatric physiotherapy practice through observational learning experiences across childcare, educational, and community settings. You are required to complete up to eight (8) hours of observational placement, including:

• One placement observing typically developing children, and
• One placement observing children with disability.

These placements occur outside regular class times. Subject to facility availability, placements will be held during weeks 7 to 10, with the timetable published on Moodle by Week 6. Attendance is mandatory. 

Task Structure
To meet the requirements for Hurdle 1, you must:

• Complete all pre‑clinical requirements before placement
• Attend both observational placements in full clinical uniform with your university ID and valid Blue Card
• Submit a one‑page reflection form after completing both placements using the template provided

Hurdle 2 (Attendance)

Task Overview
Active participation in practical and tutorial sessions is essential for safe and effective physiotherapy practice. In accordance with Australian Physiotherapy Council recommendations and CB85 course requirements, students must attend a minimum of 85% of practical and tutorial sessions.

Attendance is recorded weekly and supports competency development in assessment, treatment, clinical reasoning, and safe practice.

Task Structure
To meet the requirements for Hurdle 2, students must:

• Attend at least 85% of practical and tutorial sessions.
• Notify the tutor and unit coordinator as soon as possible if absent.
• Submit a medical certificate or appropriate supporting documentation within five days for legitimate absences (e.g., medical, compassionate, or exceptional circumstances in accordance with the Assessment Policy and Procedure (5.21 and 5.22)).
• Attend a meeting with the unit coordinator and Head of Course if absences exceed three sessions or progression concerns arise.
• Attendance rates will be calculated in week 12.

General Conditions (applies to both hurdles)

Grace Period

The 72‑hour grace period does not apply to this assessment. 

Level of GenAI use Allowed

Level 3 (AI Collaboration): You may use Al to assist with specific tasks such as drafting text, refining and evaluating your work. You must critically evaluate and modify any Al-generated content you use.

Additional Information

Further details and preparatory resources are available on Moodle.

Hurdle 1 (Observational Placements)

• Attendance at both placements and submission of a completed observational reflection form are required to PASS this hurdle.
• You must PASS this hurdle in order to be eligible to PASS the unit.

Hurdle 2 (Attendance)

• An attendance rate of at least 85% at practical and tutorial sessions is required to PASS this hurdle. 
• Failure to meet the attendance requirement, or failure to submit supporting documentation for legitimate absences within the required timeframe, will result in not meeting the conditions of this hurdle.
• You must PASS this hurdle in order to be eligible to PASS the unit.

Task Overview

The Practical Assessment is delivered as an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) designed to evaluate your theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and clinical reasoning in neurological (including neurodevelopmental) physiotherapy. The OSCE is worth 50% of the overall unit grade. It will be held during Week 1 of the university examination period, with the timetable published on Moodle by Week 12. The OSCE assesses all content from this unit as well as relevant material from pre-requisite units (PSIO11004, PSIO11003, PSIO12004).

Task Structure

The OSCE consists of two clinical scenarios - one paediatric and one adult. You will have a total of 30 minutes (15 minutes per scenario) to plan, discuss, and perform relevant aspects of physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and overall management. No preparation time is provided to reflect real clinical environments. For each scenario, you are expected to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the presenting condition including aetiology, pathophysiology and typical presentation
• Interpret clinical notes to identify priority assessments and/or treatments
• Identify and act upon any precautions and/or contraindications
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Safely and effectively apply physiotherapy assesssment, treatment, and/or overall management techniques
• Explain and interpret the findings and justify appropriate progression and regression of assesments and treatments 

You must present in full clinical uniform. If you are then required to act as a simulated patient for another student's examination, please bring additional suitable clothing.

General Conditions 

Grace Period

The 72-hour grace period does not apply for this assessment.

Level of GenAI Use Allowed

Level 1 (No AI): You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge. 

Late Arrival to Assessment

You should aim to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Students may be admitted up to 10 minutes after the official commencement time. Any lateness reduces the available assessment time. Students arriving after the 10‑minute cut‑off will not be permitted entry and should apply for an assessment extension in line with CQU policy. If the extension is not approved, a mark of 0% will be awarded.

Additional Information

Further details and preparatory resources are available on Moodle.

Grading of Assessment

This assessment is evaluated using a rubric aligned with the Physiotherapy Practice Thresholds in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. This quality framework is mapped to the CQUniversity Graduate Attributes and provides a holistic standard of performance expectations for this task.

The rubric for this assessment comprises the following categories and weightings:

• Safety/Risk Management and Professional Behaviour (PASS/FAIL)
• Communication (20%)
• Selection, application, and interpretation of assessment (40%)
• Selection, application, and interpretation of treatment (40%)

Refer to Moodle for the assessment rubric.

Assessment Moderation Using Video Recordings 

To ensure consistency and fairness in the evaluation of the OSCE, this unit may use video recordings as part of the assessment moderation process. Video recordings allow assessors to review student performance, verify the accuracy of initial marking, and resolve any discrepancies. They also support calibration of grading standards across assessors and contribute to maintaining high assessment integrity. Moderation recordings are for internal use only, are not available for student viewing, and are not used in grade reviews. Access is restricted to authorised staff and recordings are managed in accordance with university privacy and retention policies.