PTA 101 - Introduction To PTA

3 Credits
Lecture: 3

Introduction to PTA students learn about the healthcare continuum and the range of patient care services offered, legal and ethical guidelines for practice, healthcare teams, Physical Therapist (PT) / Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) relationships, and effective intercultural and interpersonal communication skills. They also learn how to document patient care services along the healthcare continuum. Students explore collaborative relationships with the PT and other healthcare team members, and learn how to recognize what is beyond the scope of PTA practice.

Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing and intermediate math.

Prerequisite: BIO 230 or equivalent, ENG 151, PSY 151, SPE 151, and AOM 135 all with a grade of C or higher. Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program or written consent of PTA program chair.
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