Physical Therapist Assistant, Associate in Applied Science Print Options Apply Now Request Information College(s): Malcolm X Program Code: 0406
The Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum provides graduates to be employed in direct patient care settings under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Physical therapy assistants work to progress or return function by alleviation or prevention of physical impairment and perform other essential activities in a physical therapy setting. Coursework includes human anatomy and physiology, the consequences of disease or injury, and physical therapy treatment of a variety of patient conditions affecting humans throughout the life span. Clinical education is provided at cooperating hospitals, public health facilities, and private physical therapy centers. Students entering clinical ex
Courses
- BIOLOGY 116 — Introduction to Anatomy And Physiology
- BIOLOGY 226 — Human Structure and Function I
- BIOLOGY 227 — Human Structure and Function II
- ENGLISH 101 — Composition
- ESSS 101 — Personal Trainer Preparation
- ESSS 102 — Personal Trainer Practicum
- ESSS 103 — Allied Health Clinical Skills
- ESSS 112 — Functional Anatomy & Kinesiology
- MATH 118 — General Education Math
- PHYSICS 131 — Mechanics And Power
- PSYCH 201 — General Psychology
- PTA 110 — Introduction to Physical Therapy
- PTA 140 — Health Promotion & Wellness I
- PTA 150 — Therapeutic Procedures I
- PTA 160 — Orthopedic Practice & Exercise
- PTA 170 — Therapeutic Procedures II
- PTA 171 — Cardiopulmonary & Vascular Practice
- PTA 200 — Pathophysiology & Complex Systems
- PTA 201 — Neuromuscular Rehabilitation
- PTA 211 — PTA Clinical Education I
- PTA 220 — Physical Therapy Across the Lifespan
- PTA 240 — Health Promotion & Wellness II
- PTA 260 — Advanced PTA Clinical Education