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physiotherapy

ESCO reuse: sector-specific

Physiotherapy is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.

physiotherapy — physiotherapy is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge.

Category: knowledge › therapy and rehabilitation Also known as: physical therapy, specialism in physiotherapy

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Frequently asked questions

What is physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.

What category of skill is physiotherapy?

ESCO classifies physiotherapy under the knowledge category, specifically in the therapy and rehabilitation subcategory.

How transferable is physiotherapy between industries?

ESCO tags physiotherapy as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.

Is physiotherapy the same as physical therapy?

Yes — physiotherapy is also known as physical therapy, or specialism in physiotherapy. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.

How can I learn physiotherapy?

The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands physiotherapy and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.

Data: ESCO v1.2.1 (CC-BY-4.0). Durability framework informed by McKinsey Global Institute (Nov 2025). See our methodology.