Course Description

This course introduces the physical therapist assistant student to the history of the physical therapy profession and the PTA, contemporary physical therapy practice and the role of the PTA in relationship to the physical therapist and other health care providers, and the American Physical Therapy Association. Medical terminology and documentation techniques are also introduced in relation to physical therapy practice. 2 hours lecture, online only. An open enrollment course available to all students. F, Sp
Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.