PTU 304 - Professional Issues I

Institution:

Nazareth College

Subject:

Description:

This is the first in a series of four courses designed to provide physical therapy students with a comprehensive and current foundation in the issues pertinent to the physical therapy profession. The course will explore the history of the profession, the scope of practice (legal and ethical), and education in the profession. It will introduce the students to professional behavior, including communication and feedback techniques, and the assessment of professional behavior. Students will also gain an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of the profession from such documents as the Guide to Physical Therapist practice. Credits: 4 Physics

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.naz.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 389-2525

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.