PHT 1801L - Clinical Practice I

Institution:

Florida SouthWestern State College

Subject:

Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Description:

This course involves student assignment to a local clinical facility. Includes scheduled class meetings to discuss clinical performance objectives, the self-appraisal process, and overall requirements for this novice-level practicum. Discussions also include professionalism, attitudes, patient rapport, sexual harassment, etc. A journal report of clinical experiences and an article review are required. Weekly online discussion forums facilitate critical thinking, peer review, and managing clinical situations at the novice level. Students attend a personal conference with the academic coordinator of clinical education to discuss progress and to identify areas of strength/weakness with appropriate target dates and methods of amelioration, if needed. Students receive a satisfactory/fail grade.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.fsw.edu

Phone Number:

(239) 489-9300

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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