Physical Therapist Assistant - Northland Community and Technical College

Physical Therapist Assistant from Northland Community and Technical College is a Campus Associate Physical Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Program Description Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) work under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. PTA\\\'s perform various physical therapy services specified in the plan of care developed by the Physical Therapist . These services include data collection, treating patients with exercise and other treatment procedures, administering physical agents/modalities, and reporting patient responses to the Physical Therapist. The 72-credit curriculum consists of: basic science coursework, technical coursework, including laboratory activities and practice, and clinical education experiences in a variety of healthcare settings. Employment Opportunities PTA\\\'s are employed in a wide variety of settings, including hospitals, physical therapy clinics, rehabilitation centers, pediatric facilities, home health agencies, schools, and long-term care facilities. Program Learner Outcomes 1. Student will work under the supervision of a physical therapist in an ethical, legal, safe, and effective manner. 2. Student will implement a comprehensive treatment plan developed by a physical therapist promoting optimal outcomes for patients. 3. Student will integrate related concepts and theories of liberal arts and basic science with physical therapy knowledge and practice. 4. Student will demonstrate effective oral, written, and nonverbal communication in a culturally competent manner with patients and their families, colleagues, other health care providers, and the public. 5. Student will interact skillfully with patients across the life span. 6. Student will demonstrate a commitment to professional growth and life-long learning. View more details on Northland Community and Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Physical Therapy courses.