PHTA 2180 Clinical Education II (0-12-4)

This course provides continued opportunity for clinical education under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist or licensed physical therapist assistant in various healthcare facilities. Topics include therapeutic exercise, interventions for neurological conditions, mechanical and electrotherapeutic physical agents, gait and posture analysis, advanced gait training techniques, manual muscle testing, interventions for limb deficiency disorders, identification of architectural barriers, interpersonal and communication skills, principles of teaching and learning, documentation, and modification of interventions within the plan of care.

Offered Spring

Prerequisite

PHTA 2140 with a grade of C or higher, PHTA 2150 with a grade of C or higher, PHTA 2160 with a grade of C or higher, PHTA 2170 with a grade of C or higher