SCT 102 - Ethical Concepts for Physical Therapist Assistants

Institution:

CUNY LaGuardia Community College

Subject:

Description:

This course is designed to orient physical therapist assistant students to the ethical concepts inherent in the practice of physical therapy. Students will learn and apply the concepts of medical ethics and law to the practice of physical therapy. Liability insurance, the scope of practice as a physical therapist assistant, fraud and abuse, and patients' rights as they relate to the practice of physical therapy will be explored.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.lagcc.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 482-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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