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  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into PTA program. Introduces common pathologies of each system of the human body. Focuses on the signs and symptoms of each of these diseases as well as diagnosis, etiology, prevention, prognosis, treatment, and physical therapy considerations of each condition.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into PTA program.. Examines the health care team, the rehabilitation-specific team, the roles and scopes of practice of the physical therapist and the physical therapist assistant, and the physical therapist/assistant interaction. Investigates patient care settings, reimbursement, the "Patient's Bill of Rights," HIPAA, Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy, and communication in health care. Reviews the "Ethics & Jurisprudence" of physical therapist assistant practice.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): PTA 2200, PTA 2205, and Admission into PTA program.. Corequisite(s): PTA 3105. Teaches indications, contraindications, and precautions in the use of intermittent compression, traction, ultrasound, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, and hydrotherapies. Addresses implementation of exercise-based interventions to increase confidence in exercise, biomechanical principles, improving strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, coordination, and functional mobility to address therapeutic goals as set forth by the supervising therapist. Corequisite:    PTA 3105
  • 1.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): PTA 2200, PTA 2205, and Admission into PTA program.. Corequisite(s): PTA 3100. Teaches effective implementation of exercise-based interventions and appropriate application of physical agents discussed in lecture, within various rehabilitation settings. Teaches correct application of additional physical agents such as intermittent compression, traction, ultrasound, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, and hydrotherapies, as well as effective implementation of exercise-based interventions. Corequisite:    PTA 3100
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into PTA program.. Corequisite(s): PTA 3205. Investigates the principles and practices involved in the assessment, treatment, and management of orthopedic disorders across the lifespan. Includes the anatomy, biomechanics, and pathophysiology of common orthopedic conditions, including fractures, sprains, strains, osteoarthritis, and post-operative rehabilitation following orthopedic surgeries. Focuses on implementing therapeutic interventions, such as manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise programs, physical agents, and patient education strategies, to promote optimal recovery, restore function, and prevent re-injury. Teaches collaboration with physical therapists and other healthcare professionals in delivering comprehensive orthopedic rehabilitation services in diverse clinical settings. Corequisite:    PTA 3205
  • 1.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into PTA program.. Corequisite(s): PTA 3200. Demonstrates the principles and practices involved in the assessment, treatment, and management of orthopedic disorders across the lifespan. Teaches therapeutic interventions, such as manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise programs, physical agents, and patient education strategies, to promote optimal recovery, restore function, and prevent re-injury. Integrates collaboration with physical therapists and other healthcare professionals in delivering comprehensive orthopedic rehabilitation services in diverse clinical settings. Corequisite:    PTA 3200
  • 1.00 - 4.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into PTA program. Provides opportunity to observe clinical setting and application of practical skills learned throughout the curriculum as deemed allowable from supervising clinical instructor. May be repeated for up to 4 credit toward graduation.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into PTA program.. Corequisite(s): PTA 3305. Investigates therapeutic principles to treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. Focuses on the physiological responses to exercise, respiratory mechanics, and cardiovascular adaptations to training. Examines collaborative treatment with physical therapists and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care to individuals with cardiopulmonary conditions across various healthcare settings. Corequisite:    PTA 3305
  • 1.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into PTA program.. Corequisite(s): PTA 3300. Applies therapeutic principles to treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. Analyzes the physiological responses to exercise, respiratory mechanics, and cardiovascular adaptations to training. Corequisite:    PTA 3300
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into PTA program.. Corequisite(s): PTA 3505. Provides an overview of the neuroanatomy of the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system as they relate to the treatment of patients with associated dysfunctions. Focuses on the structure and function of the nervous system, neurophysiology, human growth and development, as well as neurological dysfunctions. Corequisite:    PTA 3505