Personal statement for physio post grad

When applying for a post grad in physiotherapy, what sre the key things I must include in the personal statement that would give me a good chance of being considered ?

Any help would be useful thank you.

Reply 1

CCCU Health Rep

Official Rep

Original post

by ProperStoic

Hey,

Writing a personal statement can be a daunting task however, it is a great opportunity to share why you want to study your chosen course and the difference you want to make.

Check out this post which is a guide to writing a personal statement: https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=7405512

If you scroll down on that post you can find more information on writing a personal statement for a healthcare course.

I hope this helps and good luck! :thumbsup:

Reply 2

normaw

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post

by ProperStoic

You need to reflect on your shadowing experience in physio and your public-facing work/volunteering experience. Try and relate these to the NHS values and six Cs. This thread contains good advice and a suggested format for a vocational personal statement:

For a vocational subject (e.g. medicine, teaching, nursing etc. NOT law or psychology):

Introduction - You should briefly outline why you want to become whatever it is you are applying for (so a doctor/dentist/nurse etc.). You don't need to demonstrate skills or list experiences at this stage.
Section 1 - This should discuss your shadowing experience, to show that you have a realistic view of what you are applying for. The best way to do this is to discuss what you learned from your shadowing about the role - such as the skills and qualities that are required.
Section 2 - This section should discuss your work experience/volunteering, to show that you have a good potential to do the job, by showing that you have the correct skills and qualities.
Section 3 - You can briefly (if you have space) talk about academic interests, such as a talk/research article you have read in a related area that you found interesting. This section should take a low priority, however.
Section 4 - Include hobbies and extra-curricular activities in a paragraph that you haven't mentioned previously. For example, you may talk about hobbies you use to unwind.
Conclusion - The conclusion should be brief (1-2 sentences) but should summarise and reiterate your interest in the role and your aptitude and skill for it. You could (if relevant) add longer-term aspirations (e.g. what specialism you would like to go into), but it is not necessary.

https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/nhs-staffing-pool-hub/working-in-healthcare/what-are-the-nhs-values

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