PTA 284 - Physical Therapist Assistant Seminar

Institution:

University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

Subject:

Description:

(2 Hrs) In a seminar format, selected topics pertinent to the graduating physical therapist assistant will be presented: information related to employment; analytical tools for evaluating physical therapy practice and research (reviewing literature); varied professional roles of the PTA including the PTA as educator; continuous quality improvement; computers in the clinic; licensure application process and exam preparation strategies; review of the Indiana PT Practice Act and Rules and Regulations; the "Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services"; and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This course will be offered during the first six weeks of the semester. (Theory 6 hours for 6 weeks) Spring Corequisite: PTA 282

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sf.edu

Phone Number:

(260) 399-7700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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