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Are you limited in your role as a PQO?

I have a Physio degree and therefore could go through the PQO pathway, should i be accepted, however I don't particularly want to join the army as a 'physio'. Do i still apply as a PQO because of my level of education or just go through the normal officer route?

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  • Author: Peter Z.
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    Tori C. Regimental Medical Officer

    Hi Peter,

    If you are not looking to join the military as a physiotherapist then you would need to go down the normal officer route.

    Joining as a PQO/Physio would mean your role is likely to be primarily clinical, particularly when you first join, but as your career progresses you are likely to take on a more managerial type role. It depends what your reasons are for wanting to join as a regular officer, but I thought it would be worth mentioning not all our physiotherapists solely do clinical work.