Level I Fieldwork and Seminar I

Catalog description

This first part of a three-part course includes fieldwork placement in a clinical setting with a focus on physical rehabilitation. Students observe and participate in clinical practice and develop clinical skills under the supervision of an allied health practitioner. Didactic complements to this course emphasize assessment and intervention of musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary dysfunction, including patient handling and functional mobility, and modality use. A seminar portion includes training in HIPAA and bloodborne pathogens, as well as professional behaviors and reflection to prepare students for Level II Fieldwork placements.