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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
This course prepares the student for safe and effective application of physical agents for patient treatment. Mechanisms of action, indication, precautions, contraindications, and treatment procedures will be covered for the following: superficial heat, cryotherapy, external compression, ultrasound, biofeedback, massage, traction, hydrotherapy, and electrical stimulation. Pain, skin assessment, and wound care using electrotherapy will also be included. Prerequisite(s): BIOL2260, PTAS1101, PTAS1105
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3.00 Credits
Building upon Anatomy and Physiology I, this course provides a basic understanding of normal human body movement as related to skeletal, articular, neurological, and muscular systems. Biomechanical principles related to human movement, manual muscle testing, and goniometry will also be addressed. Prerequisite(s): BIOL2260, PTAS1101, PTAS1105
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2.00 Credits
This course studies the physiological effects of exercise on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems. Physical therapy interventions to improve strength, balance, and flexibility are demonstrated, applied, and practiced in lab. Prerequisite(s): BIOL2260, PTAS1101, PTAS1105
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1.00 Credits
This course is intended to enhance clinical problem-solving and provide an opportunity for students to practice skills with instructor guidance and feedback through patient scenarios. This elective course can be taken for a variety of reasons: review of previous course skills; review or practice of new/concurrent course skills; enhancement of clinical problem solving; program re-entry, or a program plan of action. This course can be repeated up to a maximum of 3 credits. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in PTA program.
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1.00 Credits
Knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned during technical courses will be applied to direct patient/client management in selected outpatient and long term care settings during a 48-hour part time clinical experience. This course integrates Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) coursework with the objective of students providing quality care with uncomplicated patients and a high degree of supervision and guidance. Prerequisite(s): PTAS1101, PTAS1105, evidence of current CPR certification.
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4.00 Credits
Skills, knowledge and attitudes learned in all first year Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) courses will be applied to direct patient care in selected clinical settings over a full-time four week and four day period. Emphasis will be placed on the clinical application and integration of the knowledge and skills learned during the first year of the PTA program with the objective of students providing quality care with uncomplicated to complex patients and a degree of supervision and guidance that will vary with the complexity of the patient or the environment. Prerequisite(s): PTAS1120
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2.00 Credits
This course focuses on orthopedic injuries/disorders, musculoskeletal tissue healing, and related physical therapy interventions. Prerequisite(s): PTAS1130
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5.00 Credits
This course provides information, discussion, and treatment considerations for pediatric and adult neurological diagnoses. Assessment techniques and treatment interventions will be applied in lab scenarios for a variety of neurological diagnoses. This course also presents normal and abnormal developmental processes which affect an individual throughout the life span with an emphasis on integrating aspects of human development to the field of physical therapy. Prerequisite(s): PTAS1130
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3.00 Credits
This course presents more advanced forms of therapeutic exercise and physical therapy interventions such as cardiac rehab, soft tissue mobilization, taping, and aquatic therapy. Exercise programs for special populations, including geriatrics, is also included. Prerequisite(s): PTAS1130
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4.00 Credits
Theory and usage of advanced physical therapy interventions is the focus of this course. Interventions such as postural drainage, rehabilitation for amputations, spinal stabilization, and work hardening will be presented. Specific interventions for women's health will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): PTAS1130
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