Clinical Practicum II

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Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in PTA 114, 122, PTA 123 and PTA 125 and Concurrent enrollment in PTA 231 ^ This clinical experience provides an opportunity to apply skills acquired in all previous PTA curriculum courses and concurrent PTA 231 in a clinical setting under the direct supervision of a clinical instructor. This second of three affiliations meets three eight-hour days per week for ten weeks (a total of 240 hours). The students will be able to participate in delivering physical therapy services in various clinical settings. The course includes weekly assignments and activities, including completing education presentations to the clinical staff members, performing patient care activities, data and patient care management activities, and reflecting on the process related to the delivery of PT services. The second clinical course requires improving the student's competency progression in the above-noted areas. The improved skill competency must be reflected in all areas of the Clinical Performance Instrument and rated at least Advanced Intermediate.(1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available <br> <BR> <a href="http://www.elgin.edu/physicaltherapy "target="_blank">Physical Therapist Assistant Program </a> <br><br> <font color="#000088">SPECIAL NOTE: Explore the Physical Therapist Assistant Program and come to an </font> <a href="http://elgin.edu/visitecc"target="_blank ">information session </a>