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2021-2022 Catalog [Aug. 2021-Aug. 2022] [Archived Catalog]

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PHT 1200C - Basic Patient Care

This course introduces basic patient care and handling techniques. Fundamental skills that are applicable to a wide range of physical therapy interventions are covered. A laboratory component provides students with an opportunity to apply and practice skills with an emphasis on safety, effectiveness, and efficiency. Students are exposed to patient care by participating in 24 hours of closely supervised clinical education at an in-patient rehabilitation facility.

Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 3 lecture hours; 4 laboratory hours; 1.6 clinical practicum hours
Conditions: Admission to the Physical Therapy Assistant program.
Degrees Offered: A.S.

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