PTA-2070 - Clinical Practice IV* (4)

Prerequisite: PTA-2040 and PTA-2060
Co-requisite: PTA-2050

4 credit hours -280 hours of clinical practice; one term.
A supervised full-time clinical experience in a selected physical therapy setting for application of new and previously learned clinical skills and procedures. Includes implementation of management skills and teaching techniques. Clinical fee $135.

Note: A grade of C or better in each physical therapist assistant course is required to progress in PTA 2070.

List Course Outcomes (consistent for all sections)
CO1 - Adhere to ethical and legal standards in the practice of limited physical therapy under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist.

CO2 - Demonstrate ongoing competence in the delivery of selected interventions in a safe and effective manner under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist consistent with the standards of practice of the profession.

CO3 - Identify emergency response processes within the clinical site.

CO4 - Apply problem solving skills to perform data collection, conduct tests and measures, and implement selected interventions within the plan of care developed by the physical therapist.

CO5 - Demonstrate competence with documentation according to standards of practice and appropriate to the clinical setting

CO6 - Establish and maintains effective relationships with patients, clinical instructors, supervising physical therapists, health care team members, patient’s family members, and support personnel.

CO7 - Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.

CO8 - Incorporate awareness of diversity, equity, inclusion and access when communicating with clinical instructors, physical therapists, patients/clients, family members, caregivers, and health care personnel.

CO9 - Develop organizational skills relating to clinical practice and appropriate to the level of learningCourse Fee: $135

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