Program-level Goals:
1. Program graduates will contribute to the development of the regional healthcare workforce by working as competent and ethical PTAs under the direction and supervision of a PT. 2. Program graduates will communicate effectively and professionally in a culturally competent manner with patients and caregivers from diverse backgrounds. 3. Program faculty will provide students with a positive learning environment and a comprehensive curriculum based on contemporary, evidence-based physical therapy practice. 4. The Program will promote the importance of professionalism, personal development and professional development through faculty modeling, life-long learning and service opportunities.
Typical Student Load and Courses by Semester
Note: This is a sample course sequence. Courses scheduled each semester may vary according to student progress and the need for developmental classes.
Pre-Physical Therapist Assistant Course Requirements
Course Number/Course Name
Theory Hrs. Lab/Clinical Hrs. Credit Hrs.
ORI 101
Orientation
1 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3
0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 4
1 3 4 4 3 2
MTH H
100
Intermediate College Algebra Human Anatomy and Physiology I Human Anatomy and Physiology II
BIO 201 BIO 202 ENG 101 PHY 112
English Composition I Principles of Physics Medical Terminology
BIO PSY CIS 146
120 210
3
Human Growth and Development Microcomputer Applications Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3 CIS 3
146
3
27
29
Program Course Requirements
Course Number/Course Name
Theory Hrs. Lab/Clinical Hrs. Credit Hrs.
PTA 220 PTA 221 PTA 240 PTA 250 PTA 100 PTA 202
Functional Anatomy & Kinesiology
3 0 2 2
0 2 0 4 0 0
3 1 2 4 2 2
Kinesiology Lab
Physical Disabilities I
Therapeutic Procedures I
Introduction to Physical Therapy
2
PTA Communication Skills Total (Summer Semester)
2
11
6
14
149
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2022-23 College Catalog and Student Handbook
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