PTA115 Introduction to Physical Therapy for the PTA
An introduction to the history and development of physical therapy practice and its evolving role in the dynamic health care setting. An overview of physical therapy practice areas and the function of the licensed Physical Therapist Assistant are discussed. Professional core values, ethics, terminology, interprofesional/ intraprofessional collaboration and documentation are reinforced through discussion, integrated clinical observations and service learning.
Prerequisite
Admission to PTA program