Fundamentals of PTA ((5 Credits))

Catalog description

This course is designed to orient the student to the role of the Physical Therapist Assistant and some of the duties involved therein. It covers the history of Physical Therapy, philosophy, duties, patient psychology, and ethics. Students learn about the relationship and placement of Physical Therapy in today’s medical picture. Fundamentals of body structure, osteology, and kinesiology are stressed throughout. Students practice patient positioning, draping, transfers, therapeutic massage, and are also introduced to therapeutic exercises. Students learn via laboratory work and practice sessions in class.