Having studied a science degree, then a full 4 year physio degree afterwards I still felt I needed several years to become confident in my practice. However it is a simple measure of what needs to be taught to acquire a comprehensive base. In my opinion, and this is my opinion, 2 years is simply not enough.

Short courses are devaluing the profession when at the same time we are pushing for longer courses to satisfy the requirements of a "Dr" title. Soon nurses will be doing modules part-time to become physiotherapists! And as for recognition internationally, well a 2 year course simply won't stand up.

I do applaud anyone of course who has taken the initiative to do a 2 years course and I welcome them to our profession. However it is unlikely that I would ever employ them.