INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL THERAPY

1.5 HR. (OC) Prerequisite: PHTA 111 with a grade of C or better. This course provides an introduction to the physical therapy profession, the American Physical Therapy Association, the role of the physical therapist assistant, development of communication skills needed in the clinical setting, review of professional literature, and an introduction to legal and ethical issues in physical therapy. One and one-half lecture hour per week.