Physical Therapist Asst (PTHA)

This course covers the introduction to the profession of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist assistant.

This course covers the application of basic patient handling, functional skills, communication, and selected data collection techniques.

This course covers the relationship of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems to normal and abnormal movement.

This course covers the study of pathophysiology of diseases/conditions encountered in physical therapy.

This course provides a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

This course covers biophysical principles, physiological effects, efficacy, and application of physical agents.

This course covers data collection techniques used to assist in patient/client management

This course is a study of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology as it relates to neurological conditions.

This course covers organizational patterns, administrative principles, legal and ethical issues in physical therapy, and preparation for licensure and employment.

This course covers the discussion of professional issues and behaviors related to clinical practice; preparation for transition into the workforce.

This course covers concepts, principles, and application of techniques related to therapeutic exercise and functional training.

This course is an advanced course integrating previously learned and new skills/techniques into the comprehensive rehabilitation of selected neurological disorders. Includes enhancement of professional development.

This course covers the comprehensive rehabilitation of selected diseases and disorders.

This course provides a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

This course provides a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.