Ana Majic
A. Majic - From social worker to physiotherapist
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Ana Majic is attending the second year of the Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy. After obtaining her Professional Maturity in Health and Social Work at the Specialised School for Health and Social Professions (SSPSS) in Giubiasco, she decided to undertake SUPSI training in Physiotherapy.
What reasons prompted you to undertake Bachelor training in Physiotherapy?
My previous training as a sociomedical worker at the SSPSS in Giubiasco provided me with a solid foundation in direct patient care, which sparked my interest in contributing more specifically to their physical well-being. I thus approached physiotherapy to study more about the functioning of the human body and health/well-being in general, and out of a desire to help people overcome physical challenges and improve their quality of life.
What was the transition from high school to SUPSI like?
The transition from high school to SUPSI has been both stimulating and challenging. First and foremost, it has pushed me towards greater autonomy; I have also learnt to organise my time efficiently and to balance study requirements with practice and leisure activities.
What do you most appreciate about the degree course?
On a teaching level, I particularly appreciate the interactive and practical-application methodology. The involvement in the clinical reasoning method in groups with PBL (Problem-Based Learning) has enriched my practical understanding and ability to apply knowledge. In addition, the direct confrontation with professional lecturers was extremely valuable, offering not only learning opportunities, but also essential practical advice to address the specific challenges of the field of physiotherapy.
What advice would you give to future students interested in undertaking SUPSI training in Physiotherapy?
Since the start of the second semester, after getting into gear, I have learnt a valuable lesson: take full advantage of the resources offered by SUPSI by actively participating in lectures and seeking out discussions with both lecturers and fellow students. It may sound obvious, but in the practice rooms you really only learn by putting your hands in and asking questions.