PHT 2820L - Clinical Practice III

Institution:

Florida SouthWestern State College

Subject:

Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Description:

This course involves full time 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 entry-level practicum. A clinical journal, a case study report and a research project are required. Class discussions are held to share and discuss experiences, patient care problems, readiness for the workplace, leadership responsibilities, professional growth, etc. Weekly online discussion forums facilitate critical thinking, peer review, and managing clinical situations at the entry 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 where necessary. Students receive a satisfactory/fail grade.

Credits:

5.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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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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