LEST 229 — LEST 268, LEST 281, and LEST 293
Total credits required for a Certificate of Completion in Paralegal (Legal Assistant Studies)....................................33 *Course requires prerequisites. PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT* Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) are educated and licensed clinicians who provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. PTAs help people of all ages who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTAs work in a variety of settings including hospitals, private practices, outpatient clinics, home health, nursing homes, schools, and sports facilities. PTAs must complete a rigorous 2-year associate’s degree and are licensed, certified, or registered in most states. Upon completion of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program of Clovis Community College, students can expect to serve their communities through the evolving field of physical therapy with effective, professional, and ethically sound practice. It is the duty of this program to provide a high quality comprehensive education to allow our graduates to excel in their application of clinical skills, collaborate with supervising physical therapists, and enable patients to achieve physical independence, health, and improved quality of life. Admission Process for Physical Therapist Assistant Applicants Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program is a separate procedure from