PTA-1010 - Introduction to Physical Therapist Assisting* (3)

Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in Physical Therapist Assistant program
Co-requisite:

MTH-1120

; BIO-2170 ; PSY-1010 ; ENG-1010 (Minimum grade of C)

Students are introduced to the profession of physical therapy including the purpose, history, and practice structures. The scope of practice, ethics, and roles of the health care providers are included. Basic patient care procedures and documentation are taught. The lecture portion of this course is offered through distance learning and the laboratory portion is held at Anne Arundel Community College. Travel to Anne Arundel Community College is the responsibility of the student. Students must earn a minimum grade of C for all prerequisite(s)/co-requisite(s) to meet registration requirements.

List Course Outcomes (consistent for all sections)
CO1 - Describe the values and culture of the physical therapy profession at an introductory level.

CO2 - Describe the role of governing and regulatory bodies on the provision of physical therapy.

CO3 - Describe the role of the physical therapist assistant as a member of the health care team.

CO4 - Identify the laws and regulations, at an introductory level, governing the practice of physical therapy.

CO5 - Recognize and demonstrate effective communication skills used in health care.

CO6 - Recognize the impact of cultural competence on healthcare.

CO7 - Demonstrate competence with safety and safe practice during patient care activities.

CO8 - Demonstrate competence with safe basic transfer and patient handling skills.

CO9 - Demonstrate competence with data collection techniques for vital signs and anthropomorphic measures.

CO10 -Demonstrate competence with basic computer skills.

Course Fee: $100

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