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Physical Therapist Assistant

A major purpose of the Physical Therapy Assistant Technology program is to prepare graduates to assist physical therapists in healthcare settings to deliver physical therapy services in a safe, effective manner and to stimulate a lifelong commitment to continued professional development. The first semester will begin in the Spring. For further information please see the current District Bulletin.  The Physical Therapy Assistant Program is located in Grenada with a Spring/January start date. 


PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT TECHNOLOGY

Program Curriculum

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE

FIRST YEAR:
First Semester
  • Fundamental Concepts of Physical Therapy PTA 1123
    PTA 1123 - Fundamental Concepts of Physical Therapy. This course is an introduction to the field of physical therapy including role orientation, professional organizational structure, legal and ethical implications, and legislation. Historical patterns in the development of the profession will be explored and medical terminology introduced. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
  • Kinesiology PTA 1314
    PTA 1314 - Kinesiology (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123 & 1213). This course studies individual muscles and muscle functions, biomechanical principles of joint motion, gait analysis, goniometry, and postural assessment. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Fundamental Skills for Physical Therapist Assistants PTA 1213
    PTA 1213 - Fundamental Skills for Physical Therapist Assistants (Pre/Co-requisite: PTA 1123). This course provides knowledge of topics utilized in the practice of physical therapy. Topics covered will include positioning, draping, transfers, body mechanics, gait training, and standard precautions. Vital signs, first aid, and emergency techniques will also be covered. Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
  • Seminar I PTA 1912
    PTA 1912 - Seminar I. This course presents the opportunity for group assembly on a regular basis to work toward achievement of course objectives. Leadership skills, an understanding of group dynamics, community service, interaction with other health education students, and the practice of reading and interpreting professional literature are emphasized. A desire to continue development of knowledge and skills is stressed. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
  • Seminar I PTA 1912
    PTA 1912 - Seminar I. This course presents the opportunity for group assembly on a regular basis to work toward achievement of course objectives. Leadership skills, an understanding of group dynamics, community service, interaction with other health education students, and the practice of reading and interpreting professional literature are emphasized. A desire to continue development of knowledge and skills is stressed. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
  • Seminar I PTA 1912
    PTA 1912 - Seminar I. This course presents the opportunity for group assembly on a regular basis to work toward achievement of course objectives. Leadership skills, an understanding of group dynamics, community service, interaction with other health education students, and the practice of reading and interpreting professional literature are emphasized. A desire to continue development of knowledge and skills is stressed. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
Total 19 Hours
Second Semester
  • Seminar II PTA 1922
    PTA 1922 - Seminar II (Prerequisite: PTA 1123). This course provides the opportunity for group assembly on a regular basis to work to achieve course objectives. Demonstration of leadership skills, an understanding of group dynamics, community service, interaction with other health education students, and the practice of reading and interpreting professional literature are further developed. A desire to continue development of knowledge and skills is emphasized. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
  • *Anatomy & Physiology II BIO 2524
Total 6 Hours
Third Semester
  • PTA Practicum I PTA 1131
    PTA 1131 - PTA Practicum I. This course is designed to provide the student with observational time with participation in selected physical therapy activities. Three hours clinical. One hour credit.
  • Therapeutic Modalities PTA 1223
    PTA 1223 - Therapeutic Modalities (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123, 1213 & 1314). This course is an introduction to the theory and practical application of hydrotherapy, thermotherapy, cryotherapy, light therapy, and mechanotherapy. Emphasis will be placed on the technique of application, indications, and contraindications of modalities. Two hours lecture. One hour laboratory. Three hours credit.
  • Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation I PTA 1324
    PTA 1324 - Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation I (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123, 1213, 1223 & 1314). This course provides an overview of the biochemical and neurophysiological basis and application of various therapeutic exercises. The basics of therapeutic exercise are correlated with specific conditions. This course focuses on rehabilitation techniques in the treatment of a variety of selected conditions. Specialized exercise procedures are emphasized. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Electrotherapy PTA 2234
    PTA 2234 - Electrotherapy (Prerequisites: PTA 1123, 1213 & 1314). This course emphasizes theory and practical application of electrotherapy and other therapeutic procedures. Indications and contraindications of modalities are also discussed. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • *General Psychology PSY 1513
  • *Public Speaking I SPT/COM 1113
Total 18 Hours
SECOND YEAR:
First Semester
  • Clinical Education I PTA 2413
    PTA 2413 - Clinical Education I (Prerequisites: Core Physical Therapist Assistant Courses). This course provides supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills for which students have been deemed competent for the clinical setting. Nine hours clinical. Three hours credit.
  • Medical Conditions & Related Pathology PTA 2513
    PTA 2513 - Medical Conditions and Related Pathology (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123, 1213, 1314, 1324 1223, 2234, 2413 & 2334). This course provides a basic knowledge of selected diseases and conditions encountered in physical therapy practice. Emphasis is on etiology, pathology, and clinical picture of diseases studied. Various physical therapy procedures in each disability are discussed. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
  • Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation II PTA 2334
    PTA 2334 - Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation II (Pre/Co-requisites: PTA 1123, 1213, 1223, 1314, 1324 & 2413). This course presents theory, principles, and techniques of therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation for primarily neurological conditions. Methods of functional, motor, and sensory assessment and intervention techniques are included. Principles of prosthetics and orthotics, functional training, and other techniques are covered. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Seminar III PTA 2912
    PTA 2912 - Seminar III (Prerequisite: PTA 1912 & 1922). This course further develops the principles and characteristics presented in PTA 1912 & PTA 1922. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
  • *Humanities/Fine Arts Elective (3)
Total 15 Hours
Second Semester
  • Clinical Education II PTA 2423
    PTA 2423 - Clinical Education II (Prerequisites: Core Physical Therapist Assistant Courses). This is the first of three culminating clinical education experiences (identified in a Normative Model of PTA Education as the first full-time clinical experience) that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the physical therapy profession. Nine hours clinical. Three hours credit.
  • Clinical Education III PTA 2433
    PTA 2433 - Clinical Education III (Prerequisites: Core Physical Therapist Assistant Courses). This is the second of three culminating clinical education experiences that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the Physical Therapy profession. Nine hours clinical. Three hours credit.
  • Clinical Education IV PTA 2443
    PTA 2443 - Clinical Education IV (Prerequisites: All Core Physical Therapist Assistant and Clinical Education Courses). This is the third of three culminating clinical education experiences (identified in a Normative Model of PTA Education as the last full-time clinical experience) that provide supervised clinical experiences in demonstrating the attributes and applying the skills that prepare students for entry into the Physical Therapy profession. Nine hours clinical. Three hours credit.
  • Physical Therapy Seminar PTA 2523
    PTA 2523 - Physical Therapy Seminar (Prerequisite: Four semesters of core Physical Therapist Assistant course work). This course represents a synthesis of previous didactic, laboratory, and clinical experiences. Students are directed to explore a topic or area of interest in physical therapy practice. Recognition of the importance of employability skills after graduation is included. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
Total 12 Hours



*These courses will count toward class selection with a final grade of C or higher and submitted by program application deadline.

Enrollment in a minimum of 15 hours each semester is recommended for eligibility for state aid, institutional scholarships, and the tuition break.

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