12.1 understand the structure and function of the human body, together with knowledge of physical and mental health, disease, disorder and dysfunction relevant to their profession

12.2 demonstrate awareness of the principles and applications of scientific enquiry, including the evaluation of treatment efficacy and the research process

12.3 recognise the role(s) of other professions in health and social care and understand how they may relate to the role of physiotherapist

12.4 understand the structure and function of health and social care systems and services in the UK

12.5 understand the theoretical basis of, and the variety of approaches to, assessment and intervention

12.6 understand the following aspects of biological science:- normal human anatomy and physiology, including the dynamic relationships of human structure and function as related to the neurological, musculoskeletal, cardio-vascular and respiratory systems;- the integration and interplay of other human body systems and how they influence the neurological, musculoskeletal, cardio-vascular and respiratory systems;- patterns of human growth and development across the lifespan;- factors influencing individual variations in human ability and health status; and- how the application of physiotherapy can cause physiological and structural change

12.7 understand the following aspects of physical science:- the principles and theories from physics, biomechanics, applied exercise science and ergonomics that can be applied to physiotherapy;- the means by which the physical sciences can inform the understanding and analysis of movement and function;- the principles and application of measurement techniques based on biomechanics or electrophysiology; and- the application of anthropometric and ergonomic principles

12.8 understand the following aspects of clinical science:- pathological changes and related clinical features commonly encountered in physiotherapy practice;- physiological, structural, behavioural and functional changes that can result from physiotherapy intervention and disease progression– the specific contribution that physiotherapy can potentially make to enhancing individuals’ functional ability, together with the evidence base for this; and- the different concepts and approaches that inform the development of physiotherapy intervention

12.9 understand the following aspects of behavioural science:- psychological, social and cultural factors that influence an individual in health and illness, including their responses to the management of their health status and related physiotherapy interventions;- how psychology, sociology and cultural diversity inform an understanding of health, illness and healthcare in the context of physiotherapy and the incorporation of this knowledge into physiotherapy practice;- theories of communication relevant to effective interaction with service users, carers, colleagues, managers and other health and social care professionals;- theories of health promotion and behavioural change; and- theories of team working