A health related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all professional coursework to date with a grade of "C" or better.

Introduction to the profession of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist assistant. Prerequisite: Must be college ready in Reading and Writing.

Study of the pathophysiology of diseases/conditions commonly encountered in physical therapy. Prerequisite: PTHA 1301, PTHA 1405, PTHA 1413, PTHA 2201. Corequisite: PTHA 1531, PTHA 2509.

A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. End-of-Course Outcomes: As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all professional coursework to date with a grade of C or better. Co-requisites: PTHA 2535, PTHA 2431, PTHA 1391

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to reinforce and cover more comprehensively certain concepts and topics introduced in other courses with emphasis on improving student proficiency. This course will concentrate on geriatric, chronic pain and women’s health conditions and interventions. Prerequisite: PTHA 2509 Corequisite: PTHA 2431, PTHA 2535.

The application of basic patient handling, functional skills, communication and selected data collection techniques. Prerequisite: PTHA 1301 Corequisite: PTHA 1413, PTHA 2201.

Introduction to the profession of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist assistant. End-of-Course Outcomes: Describe the history, purpose, and scope of physical therapy; identify the roles and responsibilities of the physical therapist assistant. Pre-requisite: Must have departmental approval prior to enrolling.

The relationship of the musculoskeletal and neurological systems to normal and abnormal movement. Prerequisite: PTHA1301 Corequisite: PTHA 1405, PTHA 2201.

Biophysical principles, physiological effects, efficacy, and application of physical agents. Prerequisite: PTHA 1301, PTHA 1405, PTHA 1413, PTHA 2201. Corequisite: PTHA 1391, PTHA 2509.

Data collection techniques used to assist in patient/client management. Prerequisite: PTHA 1301 Corequisite: PTHA 1405, PTHA 1413.

Discussion of professional issues and behaviors related to clinical practice; preparation for transition into the workforce. Prerequisite: Successful completion of a comprehensive examination including information from all previous courses to date will be required to pass this course with a grade of "C" or better.

A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all PTHA professional course work to date with a grade of "C" or better.

A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all PTHA professional course work to date with a grade of "C" or better.

Concepts, knowledge, and skills used in the provision of physical therapy interventions of select geriatric, chronic pain, and pelvic health conditions.

Comprehensive rehabilitation techniques of selected neurological disorders. Prerequisite: PTHA 1260, PTHA 1321, PTHA 1531, PTHA 2509 Corequisite: PTHA 1391, PTHA 2535.

Concepts, principles, and application of techniques related to therapeutic exercise and functional training. Prerequisite: PTHA 1301, PTHA 1405, PTHA 1413. Corequisite: PTHA 1321, PTHA 1531.

Comprehensive rehabilitation of selected diseases and disorders. Prerequisite: PTHA 1260, PTHA 1321, PTHA 1531, PTHA 2509. Corequisite: PTHA 1391, PTHA 2431.