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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
The pathophysiology of selected disorders commonly encountered in physical therapy. Etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostics, treatment, and prognosis of disease and injury will be included. This is an on-line course. Corequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1130. Prerequisites: Admission to PTA program. Offered: Fall.
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4.00 Credits
Emphasizes demonstration and practice of common therapeutic exercise utilized in physical therapy that include active, active assistive, and passive range of motion. Data collection and performance of manual muscle testing and special tests will be explored along with treatment interventions for common musculoskeletal disease, dysfunction, and injury for treatment of neck, shoulder, arm, hand, postural abnormalities, and body mechanics with an emphasis on ergonomics. Principles and application of treatment interventions based on the plan of care. Prerequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1115, PTAS 1125. Corequisites: PTAS 1105, PTAS 1130, PTAS 2010. Offered: Spring.
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4.00 Credits
Advanced therapeutic exercise techniques used in specialty areas of physical therapy, including, but not limited to: arthritis, wound care, burns, cardiopulmonary, peripheral vascular disease, geriatrics, amputation, women's health, cancer, and chronic pain. Corequisites: PTAS 2050, PTAS 1125, PTAS 1135. Prerequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1115, PTAS 1130, PTAS 1105, PTAS 1121, PTAS 2010, PTAS 2100. Offered: Summer.
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4.00 Credits
Therapeutic properties and application of physical agents used in the delivery of physical therapy services. Electro- myography will be included. Emphasis is on problem-solving skills necessary to provide an integrated approach to patient care. Students must demonstrate basic skill acquisition in using equipment and the ability to choose appropriate physical agents based on the physical therapist's plan of care. This course is web-enhanced. Corequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1115. Prerequisites: Admission to the PTA Program. Offered: Fall.
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3.00 Credits
Basic neurophysiological concepts used as a foundation for understanding normal and abnormal function. Theory and application of fundamental neuro-anatomy and data collection techniques will be introduced. Normal and abnormal gait concepts are covered. Part-time clinical experience will be included. Corequisites: PTAS 1105, 1121, 2010. Prerequisites: PTAS 1100, 1110, 1115, 1125. Offered: Spring.
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2.00 Credits
Adaptation of psychosocial principles in the development of self-understanding and communication with patients, families, the public, and other health care teams. Develops basic administrative skills in scheduling patients, patient charges, explanation of reimbursement, important of incidence report, risk management and continuous quality improvement. The Rules and Laws of the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy will be explored. Clinical professionalism is also emphasized along with time management and professional development. Corequisites: PTAS 1122, PTAS 2100, PTAS 2050. Prerequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1105, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1115, PTAS 1121, PTAS 1130, PTAS 1125, PTAS 2010. Offered: Summer.
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2.00 Credits
First full-time clinical experience in which students integrate component clinical skills and prerequisite knowledge into a patient management framework. Emphasis is on the development of critical thinking abilities, professional and ethical behaviors, responsibility, and effective management of time and resources. This practicum is 40 hours per week for 3 weeks. Corequisites: PTAS 1105, PTAS 1121, PTAS 1130. Prerequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1115, PTAS 1125. Offered: Spring
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3.00 Credits
Second full-time clinical rotation in which the student gains additional experience in a health care facility observing and practicing skills under the supervision of a clinical instructor. The student will implement patient care utilizing knowledge from all didactic coursework for critical thinking and problem-solving in the selection and application of treatment interventions based on the physical therapist's plan of care. This practicum is 40 hours per week for 6 weeks. Corequisites: PTAS 2025, PTAS 2200. Prerequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1105, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1115, PTAS 1121, PTAS 1122, PTAS 1125, PTAS 1130, PTAS 1135, PTAS 2010, PTAS 2050, PTAS 2100. Offererd: Fall.
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3.00 Credits
Final clinical experience in which students achieve refinement of all competencies from Clinical Practicums I & II, as well as expansion into other areas of physical therapy care while under the supervision of a clinical instructor. Upon successful completion, the student will demonstrate entry-level competency as a physical therapist assistant. The student will demonstrate strong cognitive, motor, and organizational skills. He/she will handle the responsibilities and possess the sound judgment required of a physical therapist assistant. This practicum is 40 hours per week for 6 weeks. Corequisites: PTAS 2020, PTAS 2200. Prerequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1105, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1115, PTAS 1121, PTAS 1122, PTAS 1125, PTAS 1130, PTAS 1135, PTAS 2010, PTAS 2050, PTAS 2100. Offered: Fall.
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3.00 Credits
Continues education from Therapeutic Exercise I for data collection and performance of manual muscle testing and special tests along with treatment interventions for common musculoskeletal disease, dysfunction, and injury for treatment of the spine, hip, knee, ankle, foot, and gait abnormalities. Principles of patient care will continue to be utilized, along with critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the selection and application of treatment interventions based on the plan of care. Corequisites: PTAS 1122, PTAS 2100, PTAS 1135. Prerequisites: PTAS 1100, PTAS 1105, PTAS 1110, PTAS 1115, PTAS 1121, PTAS 1130, PTAS 1125, PTAS 2010. Offered: Summer.
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