PTs and students need to be careful not to assume that such information has been shared. Sensitive Personal Information Personal information should not be shared with the PT, by third parties without the student s permission. Unfortunately, students who have resolved past traumas or who are coping well with current personal difficulties are more likely to share such information than those in emotional turmoil. Considering what personal information needs to be shared is part of the student becoming a reflective practitioner. Students may need help from others, including their PT, if they are going to engage in such a process.
Students are most likely to share such personal information with PTs, within supervision.
It is the responsibility of the PT to create the necessary safe environment. Such information may explain temporary difficulties or argue that some types of placement would be inappropriate or provide a future PT with vital clues as to what needs to be prioritised in a future placement. PTs reports may highlight issues which universities and colleges need to ensure have been dealt with before any future placement begins. Some information must be shared, so that service users are protected. Some information must be shared, so that Students and PTs are supported.