PTA 2112 — INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL THERAPY
Prerequisite: Admission to the PTA Program Corequisite: PTA 2103 This course introduces students to the physical therapy profession. Foundational topics include: program success strategies, history of physical therapy, defining contemporary physical therapy, professional organization, preferred relationship between PT and PTA, ethical and legal issues, federal/state regulations, interpersonal communication, diversity/cultural competence, and professional documentation. The content in this course will serve as a foundation from which to further develop skills required for success in the PTA program and in the profession of physical therapy. This class includes in-class and online components. Credit: Two semester hours