PTA-101 Introduction to Physical Therapy
General Information

Instructor Contact Information

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Course Description

This course is 3 units overall, with 2 units of lecture and 1 unit of lab. It is taught over a 17.5 week semester.

PTA 101 is designed to give the pre-PTA student an understanding of the profession of Physical Therapy. This course will introduce the student to the field of Physical Therapy by covering the history, legalities and ethics of the profession as they relate to the healthcare system. It will cover the development of the team approach in health care delivery, philosophies of rehabilitation, patient relationships, and the psychosocial impact of illness and injury. Also emphasized is the scope of practice of the Physical Therapist Assistant, with an introduction to aspects of basic patient treatment. Course content includes lecture, laboratory activities, and observational experiences in patient-care settings.

Dates and Times

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