Course Descriptions
PTHA 1160 Clinical – Physical Therapist Assistant
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply
specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided
by the clinical professional. Prerequisite: PTHA 1409. 1 credit hour. (W)
PTHA 1201 The Profession of Physical Therapy
Introduction to the profession of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist
assistant. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 1225 Communication in Health Care
Communication theories and principles for optimal delivery of health care. Prerequisite:
PTHA 1409. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 1229 Applied Physical Principles
The application of physical principles to selected interventions in physical therapy.
Lab required. Prerequisite: PTHA 1409. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 1266 Practicum - Physical Therapist Assistant I
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan
developed by the employer, college, and student. Prerequisites: PTHA 1225, PTHA 1229,
PTHA 2201, PTHA 2205, PTHA 2409, PTHA 1321, PTHA 1413, and PTHA 1431. 2 credit hours.
(W)
PTHA 1321 Pathophysiology for the PTA
Study of the pathophysiology of diseases/conditions encountered in physical therapy.
Prerequisite: PTHA 1405. 3 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 1405 Basic Patient Care Skills
The application of basic patient handling, functional skills, communication, and selected
data collection techniques. Lab required. Prerequisite: PTHA 1409. 4 credit hours.
(W)
PTHA 1409 Introduction to Physical Therapy
Introduction to the profession of physical therapy and the role of the physical therapist
assistant. Includes the application of basic patient handling, functional skills,
communication, and selected data collection techniques. Lab required. 4 credit hours.
(W)
PTHA 1413 Functional Anatomy
The relationship of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems to normal and abnormal
movement. Lab required. Prerequisite: BIOL 2401. 4 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 1431 Physical Agents
Biophysical principles, physiological effects, efficacy, and application of physical
agents. Lab required. Prerequisite: PTHA 1409. 4 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2201 Essentials of Data Collection
Data collection techniques used to assist in patient/client management. Lab required.
Prerequisite: PTHA 1405. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2205 Neurology
Study of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology as it relates to neurological conditions.
Lab required. Prerequisite: PTHA 1409. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2239 Professional Issues
Discussion of professional issues and behaviors related to clinical practice; preparation
for transition into the workforce. Prerequisite: PTHA 2435. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2250 Current Concepts in Physical Therapy
Current concepts, skills, and knowledge in the provision of physical therapy services.
Includes enhancement of professional development. Lab required. Prerequisite: PTHA
2201. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2266 Practicum - Physical Therapist Assistant II
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan
developed by the employer, college, and student. Prerequisites: PTHA 2250, PTHA 2431,
and PTHA 2435. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2267 Practicum - Physical Therapist Assistant III
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan
developed by the employer, college, and student. Prerequisites: PTHA 2250, PTHA 2431,
and PTHA 2435. 2 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2409 Therapeutic Exercise
Concepts, principles, and application of techniques related to therapeutic exercise
and functional training. Lab required. Prerequisite: PTHA 1405. 4 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2431 Management of Neurological Disorders
Comprehensive rehabilitation techniques of selected neurological disorders. Lab required.
Prerequisite: PTHA 2205. 4 credit hours. (W)
PTHA 2435 Rehabilitation Techniques
Comprehensive rehabilitation of selected diseases and disorders. Lab required. Prerequisite:
PTHA 1266. 4 credit hours. (W)