Clinical Preparedness

Catalog description

Limitation on Enrollment: Students must be enrolled in the PTA Program. <br> <br> This course will provide students with the opportunity to observe physical therapy evaluation and treatment of patients by PTA Program Faculty and through assigned observation hours in selected clinical sites. Through observation, discussion, reflection, and documentation, students will apply skills and techniques from current and previous PTA program courses to patient intervention and progression based on the physical therapist plan of care. Students will develop and enhance professional skills appropriate for clinical education experiences during semesters 3 and 4. A portion of this course may be offered in a distance education format.