Table 4.
Characteristics of Additional Student-Led Clinics Consulted
| Student-Led Clinics (Alphabetical) | Description of Student-Led Health Service | Student Disciplines (Alphabetical) | Population Served |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otago Polytechnic Massage Clinic | Undergraduate massage programme students deliver massage therapy and write client notes under supervision (approx. student:staff ratio 3:1). Students complete 50–70 hours at the clinic/year depending on level of study. |
|
Self-referrals of staff, students, and general public. |
| University of Otago Physiotherapy Clinic | Undergraduates in 2nd-4th year of study and postgraduates deliver treatment under the supervision of a registered physiotherapist. Placement lengths vary between 1 morning/week for 3 weeks to 6 weeks full time (approx. student:staff ratio 4:1). |
|
Self-referrals of students, staff, and general public with musculoskeletal injuries and balance challenges. |
| Victoria University Psychology Centre | Students in 4–6th year of study (postgraduate clinical psychology programme). Students lead care under supervision of clinical psychologist. |
|
Self-referrals or via GPs for clients (children, youth, and adults) with mild-moderate mental health needs. |
| Wintec Biokinetic Clinic | Students design and run exercise programmes with referred clients under supervision of accredited clinical exercise physiologist. Programmes last 8 weeks. |
|
Clients accessing the Green Prescription programme through Sport Waikato; referrals from local primary healthcare providers. |