
How do I become a community physiotherapist?
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- There are no mandated entry requirements.








Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
- There are no mandated entry requirements.








Master of Physiotherapy
- There are no mandated entry requirements.






Doctor of Physiotherapy
- There are no mandated entry requirements.


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Common questions
How much do Community Physiotherapists earn?
The average salary for Australian Community Physiotherapists is currently $1,800 per week ($93,600 annually). These are median figures that include the salaries for new graduates as well as experienced therapists.
What are the job opportunities for Community Physiotherapists?
There are approximately 47,000 Physiotherapists working in Australia right now, some of these are Community Physiotherapists. This is a high-growth occupation and job opportunities are expected to grow by at least 28.7% in the next 3-5 years.
How do I become a Community Physiotherapist?
You can become a Community Physiotherapist in Australia with a Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Physiotherapy) followed by a Master of Physiotherapy Practice. You must then obtain professional accreditation with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023
Further reading


What can you do with a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy)?
3rd March 2022