PTA 101Intro to Physical Therapy

Catalog

This course introduces students to the field of physical therapy by covering the history and ethics of the profession as they relate to the health care system. The course covers the development of the team approach in health care delivery, philosophies of rehabilitation, patient relationships, and the psychosocial impact of illness and injury. The scope of practice of the physical therapist assistant is also emphasized. Course content includes observational experiences in patient care settings.