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Oct 24, 2025
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2025-2026 Academic Catalog
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PTA 1250 - Foundational Skills in Physical Therapy
Credits: 4
This lecture and lab-based course provides the student with introductory concepts and techniques regarding physical therapy interventions for function and mobility. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the students’ problem-solving abilities and comprehension of the physical therapist assistant’s role in delivering the plan of care. The importance of modification of physical therapy interventions within the plan of care developed by the supervising physical therapist is highlighted. The laboratory section of this course allows the student to develop psychomotor skills, critical thinking, and affective skills through simulated patient scenarios.
Prerequisite: Program Admission
Previous: PTA* 125
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