PTAS 211 — Clinical Experience I
135 Clinical Hours, 3 Credits Prerequisites: “C+” or better in PTAS 120, PTAS 125 & PTAS 203; Pre/Corequisites: “C+” or better in PTAS 202, PTAS 205, PTAS 213, & PTAS 217 Program Fee: $2,000 This is an integrated clinical affiliation used to introduce the Student Physical Therapist Assistant (SPTA) to the operational procedures of a clinical setting. The student will be immersed in patient-client interactions as well as the PT-PTA relationship, and will be expected to perform at the advanced beginner level for skills in data collection techniques and mobility training. The SPTA must maintain proficiency in all areas of patient safety.