PTT 260 - Clinical Education I

(4 credits)

15 lecture hours; 104 hours clinical assignment
Prerequisites: Completion of all first-year Physical Therapist Assistant Program courses, PTT 215, and the completion of written and practical comprehensive examinations administered in early August
Corequisites: PTT 240
Students participate in supervised clinical experiences 1 full day per week at several different settings with emphasis on integration of procedures taught in prior and current PTT coursework, reinforcement of professional relations skills, safety, treatment documentation, time management, and oral communication. The classroom component focuses on the etiology, manifestations, and physical therapy management of specific central and peripheral nervous system disorders. Students participate in individual and group treatment program planning and progressions based upon real Physical Therapy initial evaluations; opportunities are provided for class demonstrations of specific program ideas and techniques that are observed in clinic. Appropriate lecture time is devoted to group discussion of each week’s clinical experiences.