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Course Criteria
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
Pre-Req: See above Co-Req: None This is the first of two courses designed to introduce students to the skillful knowledge and performance of basic physical therapy principles and procedures, basic patient care techniques, wheelchair transfers, pre-ambulation activities, assistive devices, ambulation training, goniometry, ROM exercises, and soft tissue techniques.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
Pre-Req: PTA 115 Co-Req: None This course is a continuation of PTA 115 with an emphasis on the principles and use of physical agents including superficial heat and cold, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, electromagnetic radiation, electrotherapy, mechanical traction, and external compressive devices.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
Pre-Req: None Co-Req: PSCI 1010 This course is designed to integrate functions of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems. Emphasis is placed on joint structure, muscle origins and insertions, muscle actions, and innervations. Also considered is normal motion, movement patterns including normal gait patterns, and muscle and sensory assessment.
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2.00 Credits
Pre-Req: None Co-Req: None This is a lecture discussion course that focuses on professional development including interpersonal interactions, the psychology of health care, and ethical and cultural issues. Critical analysis of the standards of practice, reimbursement guidelines, legislative issues, and current events within the physical therapy profession is included.
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3.00 Credits
Pre-Req: PTA 105, 115, 120, 140, 200 Co-Req: None This course is a supervised clinical practice of physical therapy procedures and clinical skills that were learned in the fall and spring semesters. Students will be under the direct supervision of a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant. Clinical competency in specified skills will be evaluated and documented.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
Pre-Req: PTA 140 Co-Req: None This course introduces the student to the fundamental concepts of therapeutic exercise and common orthopedic conditions and related procedures. Included are musculoskeletal conditions of the spine, upper and lower extremities, and generalized pathologic conditions. Specific orthopedic treatment interventions are considered.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
Pre-Req: None Co-Req: None This course introduces the student to advanced neuroanatomy, common neurological pathologies, the rehabilitation concept and accepted therapeutic interventions. Included is the application of specialized physical therapy methods and techniques used for clients with neurological conditions.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
Pre-Req: PTA 200 Co-Req: PTA 230 This course focuses on common medical and surgical conditions related to physical therapy interventions for clients with cardiopulmonary disorders, diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, integumentary pathologies including burns and amputation. Also considered is immunodeficiency disease, specific women¿s health concerns, and generalized wound care. Further instruction is included regarding aerobic exercise and fitness and wellness promotion. Prosthetic devices and the associated gait deviations are addressed.
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2.00 Credits
Pre-Req: PTA 260 Co-Req: PTA 290 This course includes commentary on physical therapy procedures and techniques related to clinic participation. The student is expected to prepare a collection of writings on physical therapy procedures and techniques, pathologies, and other associated topics. Strategies are developed for licensure examination preparation and employment procurement.
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10.00 Credits
Pre-Req: PTA 190 Co-Req: PTA 270 This is a continuation of PTA 190. Application and practice of the skills and techniques obtained through the previous classroom and laboratory experience is expected. Students will be under the direct supervision of a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant. Clinical competency will be evaluated and documented.
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