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Updated: 12/09/2010 14:50:48

PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

CLASSROOM

4 Week Session June 1 - June 25


9 Week Session June 1 - August 2


6 Week Session June 28 - August 6

DISTANCE LEARNING

Course Descriptions All Courses

PTHA 1409 Introduction to Physical Therapy
Introduction to the profession of physical therapy including the exploration of the historical and current scope of physical therapy and lab procedures basic to patient handling and functional skills. Offered in Spring-Summer-Fall. Prerequisite: Admission to Program.

PTHA 2239 Professional Issues
A capstone course which engages the student in the discussion of professional issues and behaviors related to clinical practice and which prepares the student for transition into the workforce. Offered in Spring. Prerequisite: PTHA 1361.

PTHA 2250 Current Concepts in Physical Therapy
Current concepts, skills, and knowledge in the provision of physical therapy services. Enhancement of professional development. Prerequisite: PTHA 1267.

PTHA 2267 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Physical Therapist Assistant
Practical general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college and student. Prerequisite: PTHA 1267 and BIOL 2305.

PTHA 2435 Rehabilitation Techniques
Advanced course integrating previously learned and new skills/techniques into the comprehensive rehabilitation of selected long-term pathologies. Offered in Fall. Prerequisite: PTHA 1431, PTHA 2205, PTHA 2409.