PERFORMANCE PROFESSIONAL GOALS
HANDS-ON EDUCATION
ACADEMIC STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
Learning Strategies Preparing for a health care career involves a different type of learning than traditional classroom education. The PTA Program involves practice in hands-on techniques, measurement and treatment procedures, problem solving, performance of interventions, and educating patients and/or caregivers. Students are encouraged to continuously assess their own abilities, developmental needs, goals, and plan learning experiences to meet personal and professional goals. This is accomplished throughout the PTA Program by self-assessment, peer evaluation, and instructor feedback. The courses in the PTA Program are designed to allow the student to apply theoretical knowledge to simulated patients in the laboratory setting and finally on actual patients in the clinical setting under the supervision of licensed clinical instructors. Strategies for continued success in the learning process include the following:
• Participate in all class, laboratory, and clinical sessions • Study/complete all assignments
• Acknowledge and value peer evaluation and instructor feedback • Practice skills identified as needing improvement • Change lab partners regularly • Be proactive in learning • Always strive to be your personal best
• Ask questions and ask for help when needed • Take advantage of all optional activities • Complete self-assessments of knowledge and skills
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