PTA 101 - Intro to the Phys Therap Asst

Institution:

Owens Community College

Subject:

Physical Therapist Assistant

Description:

This course presents the history and principles of physical therapy. The roles and responsibilities of the physical therapist assistant in relation to the physical therapist as described by the American Physical Therapy Association is discussed. Vital sign assessment, draping, positioning, bed mobility, transfers, gait training, documentation, and infection control as performed by the physical therapist assistant are introduced. Laboratory sessions provide application of learned skills.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

PTA 102

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Prerequisite: Must be accepted into the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

https://www.owens.edu

Phone Number:

(567) 661-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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