AUT - Podiatry Undergraduate Course Information
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Podiatry Undergraduate Course Information
What is Podiatry?
Podiatry is the dedicated study, diagnosis and treatment of a person’s foot, ankle and lower leg. Podiatrists are the only health care professionals who specialise in foot care and to practice podiatry requires extensive training and registration. Podiatrists care for people of all ages and apply non surgical and surgical treatment.
We offer the following undergraduate programme
Bachelor of Health Science in Podiatry
Career Opportunities
Podiatrists are registered by the Podiatrists Board of New Zealand. Podiatrists practise privately or in public health, and in specialised areas such as:
- Minor foot ailments
- High risk patient management
- Sports injuries and biomechanics
- Foot and nail surgery
- Foot health education
Qualified New Zealand podiatrists are able to practise in Australia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom.
Last updated: 11 Jan 2011 1:45pm