PTAT 2200 - Introduction to Physical Therapy

Credit hours: 2

Course Description:
This course introduces the physical therapist assistant student to the history of the physical therapy profession and the PTA, contemporary physical therapy practice and the role of the PTA in relationship to the physical therapist and other health care providers, and the American Physical Therapy Association. Medical terminology and documentation techniques are also introduced in relation to physical therapy practice.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Describe the biomechanical concepts as related to lower extremity human movement.
Identify and recognize the components of the musculoskeletal and peripheral nervous system of the lower extremity.
Competently demonstrate joint motions of the lower extremity.
Accurately demonstrate data collection skills used in physical therapy for the lower extremity.