PHTH 224 - Clinical Practicum II

(TP/SS only)

Capstone clinical course consisting of eight fulltime weeks of supervised clinical experience in a physical therapy setting. The student will practice advanced skills learned in the physical therapist assistant curriculum under the supervision and direction of a licensed physical therapist or supervision team of licensed physical therapist and physical therapist assistant. The student will develop entry-level skills in the legal and ethical issues of clinical practice, the measures and interventions required of a clinical population, documentation and progression of patient care, and the comprehensive non-direct patient related skills necessary for the professional role and responsibilities of the entry level physical therapist assistant. PREREQUISITE(S): PHTH 204, PHTH 205, PHTH 206, PHTH 223, and consent of department. COREQUISITE(S): PHTH 215, PHTH 216, and PHTH 220. 320 clinical hours.

7 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Demonstrate the entry level knowledge, clinical skills, and professional abilities of a physical therapist assistant.
Manage initial steps toward an effective transition from the educational program to a career as a licensed PTA.
Exhibit competent patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist or supervision team of licensed physical therapist and physical therapist assistant in an ethical, legal, safe, and effective manner in a health care setting.

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