The Faculty of Physiotherapy is a key health faculty under the Afghanistan Girls International Online Institute, established to educate and train specialists in rehabilitation and physical therapy. It is the first program to offer fully online and free physiotherapy education for Afghan girls both inside and outside the country.

Physiotherapy is a vital branch of healthcare that focuses on the prevention, assessment, and treatment of physical impairments. This program prepares students to work closely with healthcare teams in restoring patients’ health and mobility.

Vision:
The Faculty of Physiotherapy envisions becoming a leading center of excellence for online and specialized physiotherapy education for Afghan girls. It seeks to empower future professionals who will significantly contribute to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need of rehabilitative care.

Core Values:

• Educational Equity: Equal and free access to professional learning for all Afghan girls

• Commitment to Compassionate Care: Encouraging responsibility and empathy in patient care

• Academic and Practical Advancement: Fostering lifelong learning, clinical skills, and research

• Respect for Human Dignity: Promoting empowerment and independence for patients with disabilities

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Building teamwork spirit across healthcare disciplines

The Faculty of Physiotherapy offers a fully online and free educational opportunity for all interested Afghan girls, both within the country and abroad. The registration process is straightforward and cost-free.

Admission Requirements:

1. Completion of 12th grade or equivalent

2. Interest in health sciences and rehabilitation

3. Access to internet and a learning device (phone, computer, or tablet)

4. Required Documents:

   • Official photo (3×4 cm)

   • Copy of Tazkira or Passport

   • High school certificate

5. Completion of the official online registration form

If necessary, a brief online interview or assessment may be conducted.

The Faculty of Physiotherapy is committed to providing high-quality, specialized, and compassionate education in the field of rehabilitation. Its mission is to empower Afghan girls with the knowledge and skills to become professionals capable of restoring physical functionality and improving patients’ quality of life.

Educational Goals:

1. Teach foundational and advanced concepts in physiotherapy and kinesiology

2. Prepare students to assess, diagnose, and manage physical impairments

3. Build practical skills in delivering rehabilitative and therapeutic care

4. Promote professional ethics and compassionate patient interaction

5. Train professionals to work effectively in multidisciplinary healthcare teams

The Faculty of Physiotherapy offers a two-year (six-semester) academic program. The curriculum includes theoretical knowledge, practical training, case studies, and research projects, aligned with the healthcare needs of Afghanistan and international physiotherapy standards.

Semester Structure:

• Semester 1:

  • General Anatomy

  • Human Physiology

  • Introduction to Physiotherapy

  • Medical English

• Semester 2:

  • Kinesiology

  • Musculoskeletal Pathology

  • Professional Ethics

  • Musculoskeletal Anatomy

• Semester 3:

  • Physical Therapy Techniques

  • Therapeutic Exercises

  • Neurological Physiotherapy

  • Clinical Assessment

• Semester 4:

  • Electrotherapy

  • Pediatric and Geriatric Physiotherapy

  • Respiratory Physiotherapy

  • Pathophysiology

• Semester 5:

  • Rehabilitation Center Management

  • Sports Physiotherapy

  • Research Methodology

  • Case Studies

• Semester 6:

  • Final Research Project

  • Clinical Internship

  • Career Preparation

  • Final Assessment

The Physiotherapy program is thoughtfully designed to deliver professional education while accommodating the unique circumstances of Afghan girls. It provides an inclusive, flexible, and accessible learning experience for all students.

Key Features Include:

1. Fully online and free education for Afghan girls

2. High-quality academic content aligned with international physiotherapy standards

3. Strong focus on practical training, real-life applications, and case studies

4. Use of modern teaching methods and educational technology

5. Expert instructors with rehabilitation experience

6. Ongoing personal, academic, and psychological support

7. Job readiness training through skills-based learning

8. Encouragement of research, innovation, and real-world problem solving