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  • PTA 101: Introduction to Physical Therapy

    3.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    3 semester hours (3 hours theory per week) Designed to provide an introduction and overview of the history and progress of the profession of physical therapy. Students will explore such topics as professional ethics in physical therapy, medical malpractice, licensure laws, professional communication, perspectives in multiculturalism and a brief introduction to the basic format of professional literature. Prerequisite: Admission into the PTA Program.
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  • PTA 102: Medical Terminology and Documentation for the Physical Therapist Assistant

    2.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    2 semester hours (2 hours theory per week) Designed to teach students selected medical terms commonly encountered in the profession of physical therapy. Students learn word construction, root words, prefixes and suffixes and the origin of medical terms. Students will also learn current systems of medical documentation of patient care as used in the profession of physical therapy. Prerequisite: Admission into the PTA Program.
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  • PTA 104: Functional Anatomy for the Physical Therapist Assistant

    2.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    2 semester hours (1 hour of theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) This course will introduce the student to the essentials of functional anatomy as related to the study of muscle origin, insertion, action and innervation. In addition, basic terminology and concepts of applied kinesiology will also be covered. Laboratory experiences will include visualizing cadaver dissections and obtaining a working knowledge of applied surface anatomy. Prerequisite: Admission into the PTA Program.
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  • PTA 110: Basic Skills in Physical Therapy

    3.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    3 semester hours (2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) An examination of the principles and practices of physical therapy with the development of an understanding of the following procedures: body mechanics, positioning, transfers, wheelchair management, activities of daily living, balance, first aid, sensory assessment, bandaging, asepsis/isolation techniques, assessing vital signs, an introduction to PNF and massage techniques, bed traction, and assistive devices for ambulation. Students will also gain an understanding of normal and abnormal human posture and gait, as well as the beginning applications of therapeutic exercise as related to the treatment of abnormal posture and gait. Prerequisite: PTA 104.
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  • PTA 115: Therapeutic Exercise I

    3.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    3 semester hours (2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) Therapeutic Exercise I will provide an introduction to the concepts of applied kinesiology as it relates to the assessment of human function. In addition, students will gain a basic understanding of the assessment of muscular strength and function. Clinical assessment of range of motion and goniometric measurements will also be explored. Prerequisites: PTA 104 and BI 211.
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  • PTA 120: Therapeutic Modalities I

    3.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    3 semester hours (2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) Students will gain an in-depth knowledge of the theory and use of the following modalities as used in physical therapy: ultrasound, infrared, ultraviolet, diathermy, superficial heat and cold, therapeutic massage, intermittent compression and hydrotherapy. Both basic principles and clinical applications of such modalities will be presented. Prerequisites: PTA 110 and PTA 115.
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  • PTA 125: Clinical Practicum I

    1.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    1 semester hour (A minimum of 40 hours of clinical per semester) This clinical will allow students to explore a variety of practice opportunities. Students will gain exposure to unique working environments, which may include situations that do not fit the standard model of PTA clinical practice. Prerequisites: PTA 110 and PTA 115.
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  • PTA 205: Pathophysiology

    3.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    3 semester hours (3 hours of theory per week) An introduction to general pathology with an emphasis on the study of diseases and disorders most commonly seen in physical therapy practice. Diseases of the musculoskeletal, nervous and cardiopulmonary systems as well as metabolic disorders are emphasized. Prerequisites: BI 211, BI 213, PTA 110 and PTA 115.
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  • PTA 210: Therapeutic Modalities II

    3.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    3 semester hours (2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) This course is a second in a series of units of instruction in the clinical use of physical therapy modalities. Students will learn to recognize common indications, contraindications, and special precautions to the application of electrotherapeutic modalities, pelvic and cervical traction, biofeedback and iontophoresis. Prerequisite: PTA 120.
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  • PTA 212: Professional Issues Seminar

    1.00 Credits
    Clarkson College

    1 semester hour (2 hours of theory per week) This course will focus on various professional issues related to the clinical practice of a physical therapist assistant. Topics include but are not limited to: licensure/certification, quality assurance in the clinical setting, limiting professional liability, the dos and don'ts of clinical practice, professional dress and conduct, professional leadership and employment skills. Prerequisite: PTA 125.
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