To gain registration in New Zealand as a physiotherapist under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance (HPCA) Act 2003 competence must be demonstrated in cardiopulmonary, musculoskeletal and neurological physiotherapy in all the nine areas illustrated in Physiotherapy Competencies for physiotherapy practice in New Zealand.

These competencies have been set by the Physiotherapy Board to ensure public safety.

Click here to download a printable version of Physiotherapy Competencies for physiotherapy practice in New Zealand.

A booklet version is also available for NZ $20 - contact the Board Secretariat.

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Click here to download a summary of the 9 physiotherapy competencies.

Remember competence must be demonstrated in all areas.