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Physical Therapist Assistant (Associate)
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Physical Therapist Assistant (Associate)

Ohlone College (Newark)
Newark, CaliforniaUSA
On campus
Full-time
€7,689.86/year
 1373 Points
Duration
2 Years
Language
English
Apply date
Aug 2024

Program Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program is a two calendar year course of study leading to an Associate in Science degree and eligibility to take the National PTA licensing examination. The degree requirements include general education, supporting courses, and Physical Therapist Assistant theory and clinical courses.

Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) are skilled health care providers who work under the direction of a Physical Therapist (PT). Duties of the PTA include assisting the PT in implementing treatment programs, training patients in exercise and activities of daily living, conducting treatments, and reporting to the PT on the patient's response.

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Curriculum

Core Courses

Introduction to Physical Therapy

Pathology

Kinesiology I

Kinesiology II

Therapeutic Exercise I

Therapeutic Exercise II

Orthopedics

Advanced Modalities

Physical Therapy Through the Life Span

Neurological Disorders I

Neurological Disorders II

Advanced Procedures

PTA Licensure Preparation

Clinical Practicum I

Clinical Practicum II

Clinical Internship

Supporting Courses

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Human Development

Learning Outcomes

  • Practice in a variety of settings that serve diverse patient populations.
  • Practice within the laws and regulations of California and the ethical tenets of the American Physical Therapy Association.
  • Apply evidence based knowledge, skills, and demeanor that engender comprehensive assistance to the patient and the supervising physical therapist so that treatment goals may be reached effectively and expeditiously.
  • Self-evaluate learning needs to advance in the profession and improve skills for providing patient care.
  • Effectively communicate with patients, colleagues, and other members of the health care team using oral, written, and non-verbal communication skills.
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