PHTA 1101 Introduction to Health Care

This course introduces students to the historical foundations and contemporary practice of physical therapy within an ever-changing health care environment. Traditional and emerging roles and responsibilities, professional relationships, and professional behaviors requisite to functioning as a physical therapist assistant will be explored and emphasized. Students will cultivate self-awareness and personal and professional development in cultural competence, communication and interpersonal skills, professionalism, group dynamics and leadership. A culture rooted in the core values of the profession will be established and provide the base for on-going consideration of ethical and legal issues. Students will be introduced to strategies to acquire, appraise, and integrate professional literature and resources into evidence-based practice.

Credits

1 Credit

Prerequisite

Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program - Must be completed prior to taking this course.<br/>

Distribution

Physical Therapist Assistant

Lecture Hours

1

Lab Hours

0

Fees

25