PTAT 1600 - INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Institution:

Laramie County Community College

Subject:

Physical Therapist Assistant

Description:

Students examine the history and progress of the profession of physical therapy. Students discuss professional ethics, malpractice, and licensure laws related to physical therapy and the specific topics related to the physical therapist assistant (PTA). Students also develop professional oral and written communication skills, discuss current issues in physical therapy, utilize basic physical therapy terminology, practice collaboration with other health care professionals, and participate in reviewing the basic format of the professional literature. Prerequisite: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program. Corequisite: PTAT 1650.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lccc.wy.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 778-5222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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