PTA 201 - Physical Therapist Assistant 3

4 credit hours - 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of college laboratory; one term.
Theory of orthopedic conditions and their underlying pathology. Skill development includes integrated rehabilitation techniques of these conditions. Lab fee $100.

Prerequisite(s): PTA 104 , PTA 105 and PSY 211 .

Corequisite(s): PTA 202 and PTA 203 .

Note: Typically offered at MC and OL; fall term.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Analyze the anatomy, etiology, and pathology involved in common orthopedic conditions.
Demonstrate competence with data collection methods for orthopedic conditions within the PT plan of care.
Demonstrate safety and competence with interventions for orthopedic conditions within the PT plan of care.
Model effective communication relating to orthopedic care with patients, caregivers, and members of the health care team.
Demonstrate competence with documentation relating to essential orthopedic elements
Identify the significance of common orthopedic special tests performed by the physical therapist.
Demonstrate proficiency with computer skills during written and oral presentations.
Demonstrate proficiency with using evidence-based research during written and oral presentations.
Integrate diversity and cultural awareness when treating patients with orthopedic conditions.
Prepare for the NPTE by taking a full-length, comprehensive, practice PTA exam which analyzes student performance in all NPTE content areas.