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PMD 225 - Paramedic Operations, Pediatric Emergencies, Integrated Care This tenth course in an Emergency Medical Technician’s or this fifth course in a Critical Care Technician’s progression to Paramedic covers assessment based management and patients who present unique challenges for the paramedic. Also, included are acute interventions for the chronic patient and an awareness of general rescue operations. This course will re-emphasize and hone pathophysiology, patient assessment and advanced management of pediatric patients and concludes with a comprehensive review of all paramedic objectives including complex patient care scenarios.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites: PMD 224 Paramedic Care of Medical Emergencies
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class hours; 1.5 Laboratory hours; 2 Clinical hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes for this course:
Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:
1. Synthesize pathophysiological and psychosocial principles to adapt the assessment and treatment plan for diverse patients and those who face physical, mental, social and financial challenges.
2. Describe various special medical devices that might be encountered while caring for an acute chronic care patient and explain how to trouble shoot common devices.
3. Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for:
a. Acute deterioration of a chronic care patient
b. Common complaints
c. Acute pediatric patient
4. Restate standards and guidelines that help ensure safe and effective ground and air medical transport.
5. Describe and be able to implement the principles of rescue operations to safely rescue a patient from:
a. Water
b. Hazardous atmospheres
c. Trenches
d. Highways
e. Hazardous terrain
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PSY 211 - Child Development (WE) An overview of the growth and development of the child from conception to adolescence including cognitive, physical, social and psychological changes. Major theories and research related to child development. This course is designated as a writing emphasis course (WE).
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites: PSY 110 General Psychology, ENG 110 College Writing I
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Lecture Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the methods psychologists use to explore psychological phenomena.
- Describe major concepts and theories within developmental psychology.
- Identify psychological theories and models of child development
- Discuss the role of biological, psychological, cognitive and social process in child development.
- Critically evaluate empirical evidence concerning child development.
- Apply child development concepts to further the development and welfare of children.
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PSY 217 - Introduction to Counseling Theory and Practice Theoretical foundations and techniques associated with a variety of individual counseling approaches including psychoanalytic, humanistic, existential, cognitive - behavioral, feminist, and integrative. Basic counseling skills are introduced and practiced.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: PSY 110 General Psychology
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Describe and demonstrate the basic principles of counseling, listening, and attending skills.
- Evaluate the various theoretical models of counseling and their efficiency in the treatment of various counseling issues.
- Describe and apply the ethical and professional principles of counseling.
- Identify personal qualities that foster a therapeutic relationship and the process by which counselors develop their own counseling styles.
- Explain the role of cultural competency skills and how they are applied to counseling practice.
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PSY 227 - Learning and Behavior Exploration of the basic principles of conditioning and learning. Emphasis on classical and operant conditioning and their place in the larger theoretical framework of behavioral psychology. Application of these principles to understanding and changing individual and group behavior.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: PSY 110 General Psychology
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate a knowledge of behavioral orientation in psychology.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the explanations for behavior as postulated by behaviorists.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the historical and theoretical underpinnings of classical and operant learning theory.
- Define basic terms and understand principles and processes associated with classical and operant learning theory and conditioning.
- Describe the various methods used in behavioral research.
- Utilize basic techniques of behavior change.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between classical and operant learning research findings, many of which are based on animal studies, and direct application to human behavior and its modification.
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PSY 255 - Forensic Psychology The primary goal of this course is to investigate the psychological disorders present in both perpetrators and victims of crime as these disorders apply to the various aspects of the United States criminal justice system. Psychological underpinnings of crimes such as stalking, child abuse, murder, and sexual deviance are explored. The course also provides an overview of the role psychologists play in criminal investigations, including profiling, risk assessment, crime scene analysis, and therapeutic interventions.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: PSY 110 General Psychology
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class Hours Course Profile Objectives of the Course:
- This course is designed to familiarize students with the symptoms of clinical syndromes and the application of diagnostics to forensic populations.
- Students will be exposed to the aspects of forensic psychology as a career.
- This course is intended to develop student research and writing skills in the expected professional writing format for social and behavioral sciences and criminal justice (APA).
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Recognize, reflect on, and articulate (both orally and in writing) the scope of the field of forensic psychology including main terminology.
2. Summarize major topics, theories, research and concepts in the discipline and explain the interaction between the fields of Criminal Justice and Psychology.
3. Apply the principles learned in this course to practical experiences in the field specifically:
- Differentiate between the various disorders most common in the criminal justice system including the etiology, symptomology, and treatment.
- Effectively communicate with a variety of people involved in the criminal justice system including perpetrators, victims, and criminal justice personnel.
- Interpret ambiguous situations involving the accused and the accuser using knowledge of reasoning and behavior.
4. Explain different aspects of crime, considering social, biological, cultural, and cognitive influences.
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PSY 265 - Sport Psychology This course will provide an overview of the growing field of Sport Psychology, which examines human behavior in the context of athletic pursuits and the interaction between psychological variables and sports performance. This multi-faceted field integrates theories and concepts from general, social, personality and developmental psychology as well as exercise psychology, sport sociology, and motor learning. Topics will include group and team dynamics, leadership, motivation, psychological skills training, use of imagery and performance enhancement, promotion of health and well-being, the relationship between personality and performance, and psychopathology in sport. This introductory course is ideal for students who wish to work with athletes in some capacity, pursue a career in physical education teaching and/or coaching or who plan on working with individuals in the health, fitness, or wellness industry.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites: PSY 110 General Psychology
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Through verbal or written communication, students will be able to list and describe definitions, distinctions, and proposed casual mechanisms of psychological theories that have been used to study human behavior in the context of sport. For example, students will be able to compare similarities and differences between various personality theories, understand theories describing the development of personality, and how these personality theories apply to sports psychology.
- Demonstrate how to apply theoretical knowledge to solve common problems that may be encountered in the field through written and verbal communication.
- Show independent critical thinking and communicate these ideas both verbally and in writing by critically analyzing current research in the field.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the interdisciplinary nature of the study of sport from perspectives through a written exam. Perspectives such as gender difference, social context, developmental and biological changes and, professional ethical issues/concerns within the field will be covered.
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PTA 110 - Clinical I This course includes the student’s initial part-time clinical experience in the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Curriculum. Students are assigned a physical therapy clinical site for 3 hours per week for 15 weeks. They will work under the direct supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist or a Registered Physical Therapist Assistant. This course will introduce Freshman PTA students to the physical therapy department of a clinical facility. The students will observe, assist, and practice skills in the application of procedures and knowledge acquired in PTA 100 and PTA 111 at the Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument. A strong emphasis is placed on the demonstration of communication and professional behaviors. Students will be responsible for weekly self-reflection activity/assignment.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - PTA 100 Intro to Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA 111 Fundamental PTA Skills & Modalities I, and BIO 131 Anatomy & Physiology I
Corequisites - BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II, PTA 116 Clinical Kinesiology, PTA 120 Musculoskeletal Pathologies, PTA 125 Musculoskeletal Assessment
Credits: 1 Hours 3 Clinical Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate appropriate clinical decision making based on the plan of care established by the physical therapist, at the Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Perform all interventions in a safe, ethical, efficient, and technically competent manner that minimizes risk to the patient, self, and others at the beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Communicate with patient, peers, family members and other members of the medical team in ways congruent to situational needs and support delivery of patient services, at the Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, and concise written documentation and billing code recognition related to patient care they have participated in, at the Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Obtain accurate information performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by the physical therapist at the Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Deliver established patient care in a professional manner that reflects respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically reflect on their personal and professional growth throughout their clinical experience, identifying strengths, areas for improvement and key lessons learned.
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PTA 116 - Clinical Kinesiology In this course, students will study the intricacies of human movement. The course will focus on the structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, articular, and nervous systems, in addition to the concepts of arthrokinematics and biomechanics. Students will focus on the application of knowledge related to the palpable surfaces, origins, insertions, actions, and nerves of the extremity and axial skeletal musculature and surrounding tissue as they relate to functional human motion. Students will apply this knowledge to examination of the normal gait cycle and posture.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - PTA 100 Introduction to Physical Therapy I, PTA 111 Fundamental PTA Skills & Modalities I, BIO 131 Anatomy & Physiology I
Corequisites - PTA 110 Clinical I, PTA 120 Musculoskeletal Pathologies, PTA 125 Musculoskeletal Assessment, BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II
Credits: 3 Hours 2 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Identify origins, insertions, actions, and nerves of all extremity and axial skeletal musculature.
- Describe fundamental kinesiology principles as they relate to the structure and function of the skeletal, articular, muscular, and nervous systems, and the concepts of arthrokinematics and biomechanics.
- Observe and palpate bony landmarks, gross anatomic muscular, and soft tissue structures.
- Examine and identify the components of the typical gait cycle, including joint motions and muscle activity.
- Recognize functional movement patterns throughout the body as related to joint motions and muscle activity.
- Examine and identify the kinesiological concepts of typical human posture in various functional positions.
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PTA 120 - Musculoskeletal Pathologies In this course students will study musculoskeletal pathologies across the life span. Students will learn the role of the Physical Therapist Assistant in the management of musculoskeletal pathologies in relation to stages of tissue healing. They will learn to implement exercise techniques within the plan of care and goals established by the physical therapist. Students will learn the provision of quality, effective patient and caregiver education in the context of case scenarios throughout the course.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - PTA 100 Introduction to Physical Therapy I, PTA 111 Fundamental PTA Skills & Modalities I, and BIO 131 Anatomy & Physiology I
Corequisites - PTA 110 Clinical I, PTA 116 Clinical Kinesiology, PTA 125 Musculoskeletal Assessment, BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II
Credits: 3.5 Hours 2 Lecture Hours, 3 Lab Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Describe the etiology, clinical picture, medical management, and rehabilitation of common musculoskeletal pathologies of the upper extremity, lower extremity, and spine.
- Demonstrate professional therapeutic communication with patients from the point of establishing rapport, obtaining patient status information, and while communicating instruction and education to patients while providing treatment.
- Demonstrate safe and competent performance of interventions and data collection techniques related to musculoskeletal pathologies.
- Appropriately recognize and report changes in patient status and adjust or discontinue therapeutic exercise within the plan of care of the physical therapist based on surrogate patient verbal and non-verbal responses during case scenario application.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, concise written documentation and billing code recognition related to case study scenario application.
- Recognize how social constructs related to diversity (e.g. race, gender, and social class) can create inequitable access to healthcare and respond in a culturally sensitive manner, through case scenario application.
- Create a comprehensive home exercise program based on the physical therapy plan of care for the patient with musculoskeletal pathologies, utilizing evidence-based exercise techniques.
- Identify components of the ICF model related to management of a surrogate patient with musculoskeletal pathologies during case scenario application.
- Utilize evidence-based peer reviewed journals to summarize a musculoskeletal pathology and its associated medical and physical therapy management.
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PTA 125 - Musculoskeletal Assessment In this course the students will be introduced to data collection utilized to assist the physical therapist in the assessment of patients with musculoskeletal pathologies. Students will develop skill in goniometry, manual muscle testing, functional testing, and anthropometric measurements. Students will learn soft tissue mobilization techniques for the assessment and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal impairments.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - PTA 100 Introduction to Physical Therapy I, PTA 111 Fundamental PTA Skills & Modalities I, BIO 131 Anatomy & Physiology I
Corequisites - PTA 110 Clinical I, PTA 116 Clinical Kinesiology, PTA 120 Musculoskeletal Pathologies, BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II
Credits: 1.5 Hours 3 Lab Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Perform the musculoskeletal assessments of manual muscle testing; goniometry; anthropometric measurements; gross normal and abnormal joint motion; functional range of motion and muscle length in a competent manner within the scope of practice of the physical therapist assistant.
- Perform soft tissue mobilization and massage techniques for the extremities and trunk in a safe, competent manner.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, concise written documentation related to musculoskeletal data collection and soft tissue mobilization and massage.
- Demonstrate professional therapeutic communication during the performance of musculoskeletal assessments and treatments with surrogate patients.
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PTA 130 - Cardiopulmonary & Integumentary Pathologies In this course students will study the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems and related pathologies, and their medical and therapeutic management. Students will apply the musculoskeletal knowledge from the previous semester to amputee and prosthetic rehabilitation and orthotics management. Integumentary system conditions will be discussed with emphasis on the Physical Therapist Assistant’s role in wound management and healing. Additionally, the genital, reproductive, hepatic and biliary, immune, renal and urologic system pathologies and their physical therapy management will be studied.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II, PTA 116 Clinical Kinesiology, PTA 120 Musculoskeletal Pathologies, PTA 125 Musculoskeletal Assessment, and PTA 110 Clinical I
Corequisites - PTA 135 Neuromuscular Pathologies, PTA 140 Modalities II, PTA 210 Clinical II, PTA 213 Seminar I
Credits: 4.5 Hours 3 Lecture Hours, 3 Lab Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Describe the etiology, clinical picture, medical management, and rehabilitation of common cardiopulmonary, integumentary, amputee, genital, reproductive, hepatic, biliary, immune, renal and urologic pathologies.
- Identify orthotics, prosthetic devices, including components, materials used for fabrication, advantages, disadvantage, indications, and contraindications for use.
- Demonstrate professional, therapeutic communication with patients from the point of establishing rapport, obtaining patient status information, and while communicating instruction and education to patients while providing treatment.
- Demonstrate safe, competent performance of all interventions and data collection techniques related to cardiopulmonary, integumentary and amputee rehabilitation within the scope of PTA practice and the plan of care of the physical therapist.
- Appropriately recognize and report changes in patient status and adjust or discontinue therapeutic exercise within the plan of care of the physical therapist based on surrogate patient verbal and non-verbal responses during case scenario application.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, concise written documentation and billing code recognition related to case study scenario application.
- Recognize how social constructs related to diversity (e.g. race, gender, and social class) can create inequitable access to healthcare and respond in a culturally sensitive manner, through case scenario application.
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PTA 135 - Neuromuscular Pathologies In this course the students will study neuroanatomy as it applies to the peripheral nervous system and central nervous system. They will discuss and apply neurological rehabilitation and management techniques and theories. Students will learn motor development across the life span, and theories of motor control and motor learning as applied to the rehabilitation process of neurologically impaired human beings.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II, PTA 116 Clinical Kinesiology, PTA 120 Musculoskeletal Pathologies, PTA 125 Musculoskeletal Assessment, and PTA 110 Clinical I
Corequisites - PTA 130 Cardiopulmonary & Integumentary Pathologies, PTA 140 Modalities II, PTA 210 Clinical II, PTA 213 Seminar I
Credits: 3.5 Hours 2 Lecture Hours, 3 Lab Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Integrate knowledge of neuroanatomy and physiology to understand the etiology, clinical picture, medical management and rehabilitation for central and peripheral nervous system pathologies across the lifespan.
- Perform interventions and data collection related to the rehabilitation of patients with central and peripheral nervous system pathologies in a safe and competent manner, within the scope of practice of the PTA and the plan of care established by the physical therapist.
- Demonstrate professional therapeutic communication with patients from the point of establishing rapport, obtaining patient status information, and while communicating instruction and education to patients while providing treatment.
- Appropriately recognize and report changes in patient status and adjust or discontinue therapeutic exercise within the plan of care of the physical therapist based on surrogate patient verbal and non-verbal responses during case scenario application.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, concise written documentation and billing code recognition related to case study scenario application.
- Recognize how social constructs related to diversity (e.g. race, gender, and social class) can crate inequitable access to healthcare and respond in a culturally sensitive manner, through case scenario application.
- Distinguish between the concepts of motor learning, motor control, and motor development as they apply to neuromuscular rehabilitation.
- Identify factors for discharge planning for a patient with a neurological pathology.
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PTA 140 - Modalities II In this course students will learn and apply basic principles of electricity and electrotherapy. The focus of this course will be the application of electrotherapeutic agents for pain control, neuromuscular stimulation, and tissue healing. Additionally, students will learn and apply spinal traction as a therapeutic modality.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II, PTA 110 Clinical I, PTA 116 Clinical Kinesiology, PTA 120 Musculoskeletal Pathologies, PTA 125 Musculoskeletal Assessment
Corequisites - PTA 130 Cardiopulmonary & Integumentary Pathologies, PTA 135 Neuromuscular Pathologies, PTA 210 Clinical II, PTA 213 Seminar I
Credits: 2 Hours 1 Lecture Hour, 2 Lab Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate safe and competent application of electrotherapeutic agents, mechanical spinal traction, and electromyographic biofeedback.
- Identify the principles of implementation, treatment rationale, safety considerations, and anticipated patient responses with electrotherapeutic agents, mechanical spinal traction, and electromyographic biofeedback.
- Demonstrate professional therapeutic communication with patients from the point of establishing rapport, obtaining patient status information, and while communicating instruction and education to patients while providing treatment.
- Appropriately recognize and report changes in patient status and adjust or discontinue modality use within the plan of care of the physical therapist based on surrogate patient verbal and non-verbal responses during case scenario application.
- Recognize how social constructs related to diversity (e.g. race, gender, and social class) can create inequitable access to healthcare and respond in a culturally sensitive manner, through case scenario application.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, concise written documentation and billing code recognition related to case study scenario application.
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PTA 210 - Clinical II This course is the student’s second clinical experience in the Physical Therapist (PTA) curriculum. Students are assigned a physical therapy clinical site for 3 hours per week for 15 weeks. They will work under the direct supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist or a Registered Physical Therapist Assistant. Students will observe, assist, integrate, and apply concepts and skills acquired in PTA 100, PTA 110, 111, 116, 120 and 125 at the Advanced Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument. A strong emphasis is placed on the communication and professional behaviors. Students will be responsible for weekly self-reflection activity/assignment.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite - PTA 110 Clinical I, PTA 116 Clinical Kinesiology, PTA 120 Musculoskeletal Pathologies, PTA 125 Musculoskeletal Assessment, BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II
Corequisites - PTA 130 Cardiopulmonary & Integumentary Pathologies, PTA 135 Neuromuscular Pathologies, PTA 140 Modalities II, PTA 213 Senior Seminar I
Credits: 1 Hours 3 Clinical Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate appropriate clinical decision making based on the plan of care established by the physical therapist, at the Advanced Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Perform all interventions in a safe, ethical, efficient and technically competent manner that minimizes risk to the patient, self and others, at the Advanced Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Communicate with patient, peers, family members and other members of the medical team in ways congruent to situational needs and support delivery of patient services, at the Advanced Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, concise written documentation and billing code recognition related to patient care they have participated in at the Advanced Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Obtain accurate information performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by the physical therapist at the Advanced Beginner Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Deliver established patient care in a professional manner that reflects respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically reflect on their personal and professional growth throughout their clinical experience, identifying strengths, areas for improvement and key lessons learned.
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PTA 214 - Seminar II This course synthesizes knowledge gained from each course taken within the PTA curriculum to prepare the student for entry into a Physical Therapy Assistant position upon graduation. Students will take simulated licensing exams at the beginning of the semester, conduct an exam autopsy to identify gaps in content knowledge, develop a study plan for NPTE-PTA exam, and take a second simulated exam at the completion of the semester to identify progress. Other exam preparation activities such as content review, practice quizzes and exams will be a major focus of this course. Students will complete paperwork for licensing and graduation preparation. Information about advanced proficiency pathways and continuing education requirements will be presented. Additionally, students will create a plan for ongoing career development and lifelong learning.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - PTA 130 Cardiopulmonary & Integumentary Pathologies, PTA 135 Neuromuscular Pathologies, PTA 140 Modalities II, PTA 210 Clinical II, PTA 213 Seminar I
Corequisites - PTA 220 Clinical III, PTA 225 Clinical IV
Credits: 2 Hours 2 Lecture Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate academic preparedness for successful completion of the National Physical Therapist Assistant Licensing Exam (NPTE-PTA).
- Conduct an exam autopsy to identify gaps in content knowledge and develop a plan of study based on assessment results.
- Demonstrate the need for continual self-assessment, career development and lifelong learning to function within the ever-changing healthcare environment.
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PTA 220 - Clinical III This course includes the student’s third clinical experience in the Physical Therapist (PTA) curriculum. Students are assigned a physical therapy clinical site full time (37.5 hours per week) for 6 weeks. They will work under the direct supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist or a Registered Physical Therapist Assistant. Students will observe, integrate, and apply concepts and skills that they have acquired in all of the previous clinicals, classroom and lab course work in the PTA curriculum, at the Advanced Intermediate Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument. The PTA student will demonstrate clinical problem-solving skills based on academic knowledge and previous lab and clinical experiences. Students will create a self-directed professional development plan in their first week of this clinical experience and engage in weekly critical self-reflection activities weekly throughout this clinical experience.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - PTA 130 Cardiopulmonary & Integumentary Pathologies, PTA 135 Neuromuscular Pathologies, PTA 140 Modalities II, PTA 210 Clinical II, and PTA 213 Seminar I
Corequisites - PTA 214 Seminar II, PTA 225 Clinical IV
Credits: 5 Hours 15 Clinical Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate appropriate clinical problem-solving skills based on the plan of care established by the physical therapist and specific situation needs during treatment implementation, at the Advanced Intermediate Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Perform all interventions in a safe, ethical, efficient and technically competent manner that minimizes risk to the patient, self and others, at the Advanced Intermediate Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Communicate with patient, peers, family members, and other members of the medical team in ways congruent to situational needs and support delivery of patient services at the Advanced Intermediate Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, concise written documentation and billing code recognition related to patient care they have participated in at the Advanced Intermediate Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Obtain accurate information performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by the physical therapist at the Advanced Intermediate Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Deliver established patient care in a professional manner that reflects respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically reflect on their personal and professional growth throughout their clinical experience, identifying strengths, areas for improvement and key lessons learned.
- Create a self-directed professional development plan for clinical success at the beginning of the clinical experience.
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PTA 225 - Clinical IV This is the capstone clinical course for PTA students. Students are assigned a physical therapy clinical site full time (37.5 hours per week) for 6 weeks. They will work under the direct supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist or a Registered Physical Therapist Assistant. Students will integrate and apply concepts and skills that they have acquired in the classroom, lab and previous clinical experiences, at the Entry Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument. Students will be expected to demonstrate technical skills, clinical problem-solving skills, therapeutic communication and professional behavior at an entry level for a physical therapist assistant. Students will create a self-directed professional development plan in order to critically reflect on their personal and professional growth. The student will be expected to participate in weekly critical self-reflection activities throughout this clinical experience and must attend a student/chairperson conference prior to graduation for an exit graduate survey.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites - PTA 130 Cardiopulmonary & Integumentary Pathologies, PTA 135 Neuromuscular Pathologies, PTA 140 Modalities II, PTA 210 Clinical II, and PTA 213 Seminar I
Corequisites - PTA 214 Seminar II and PTA 220 Clinical III
Credits: 5 Hours 15 Clinical Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate appropriate clinical problem-solving skills based on the plan of care established by the physical therapist and specific situation needs during treatment implementation, at the Entry Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Perform all interventions in a safe, ethical, efficient and technically competent manner that minimizes risk to the patient, self and other, at the Entry Level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Communicate with patient, peers, family members, and other members of the medical team in ways congruent to situational needs and support delivery of patient services at the entry level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Demonstrate accurate, clear, concise written documentation and billing code recognition related to patient care they have participated in at the entry level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Obtain accurate information performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by the physical therapist at the entry level on the Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Performance Instrument.
- Deliver established patient care in a professional manner that reflects respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically reflect on their personal and professional growth throughout their clinical experience, identifying strengths, areas for improvement and key lessons learned.
- Create a self-directed professional development plan for clinical success (based on strengths and weakness identified at the end of the previous clinical) at the beginning of the clinical experience.
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RAD 133 - Summer Clinical Education III Clinical experience for development of competency involving general radiographic procedures in an affiliated site. Clinical hours: 7.5 hr/day for 30 days; 225 hours total.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites: RAD 132 Clinical Education II, BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II, RAD 104 Positioning II, or permission of instructor
Corequisite: RAD 216 Imaging Modalities
Credits: 5 Hours 7.5 hr/day for 30 days; 225 hours total Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Perform imaging procedures under direct/indirect supervision for progressing second year level students and observing other imaging modalities.
- Maintain professional attitude by integrating appropriate personal and professional values into clinical practice with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of radiographic equipment, radiation protection, patient communication, and contrast agents.
- Maintain radiographer’s practice standards and HIPAA compliance.
- Perform with 80% accuracy the Mid-Term Proficiency.
- Perform with 80% accuracy a minimum of 11 competencies on specific categories, after providing proficient on-campus practical exams.
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RAD 227 - CT Physics and Equipment This course is designed to cover system operations and components, image processing and display, image quality, and artifacts involved in Computed Tomography (CT). Emphasis will be placed on data acquisition, tissue attenuation conversions, image reconstruction algorithms, processing display, and factors controlling image resolution.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: The student must be a Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Describe the history of Computed Tomography.
2. Describe the components of the CT imaging system.
3. Describe the types, location, and function of CT detectors.
4. Define linear attenuation coefficient.
5. Define and describe the functions of the data acquisition system (DAS).
6. List CT computer data processing steps.
7. Identify common filters, algorithms, and kernel settings.
8. Explain post-processing techniques.
9. Define terms such as:
a) Pixel
b) Matrix
c) Pitch
d) X, Y, Z coordinates
e) CT/Hounsfield
f) Window width (WW) and Window level (WL)
g) Spatial resolution
h) Contrast resolution
i) Noise
j) Region of interest (ROI)
k) Sampling
10. Name the factors affecting image quality in CT.
11. Trace the sequence of events in CT scanning from application of electrical current to the x-ray tube through image display.
12. Relate differences between conventional and spiral CT scanning.
13. Name the radiation protection devices and scan factors used to reduce patient dose in CT.
14. List and describe current data storage techniques.
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RAD 229 - CT Pathology This course will provide an understanding of common diseases diagnosable using Computed Tomography (CT). Importance will be placed upon the examination and demonstration of disease or trauma process from its description, etiology, associated symptoms and diagnosis with CT.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: The student must be a Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Define common terms used in the study of pathology.
2. Name common pathological conditions affecting any of the body systems studied in this course.
3. For each common pathological condition identified in the course:
a) Describe the disorder
b) List the etiology
c) Name the associated symptoms
d) Name the common means of diagnosis
e) List characteristic CT manifestations of the pathology
4. Identify each of the pathological conditions studied on CT images.
5. Identify pathology resulting from trauma on CT images.
6. Identify pathology common only in pediatric patients.
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RAD 230 - Clinical Education IV Practical application of advanced positioning techniques including evening assignments in an affiliating site. Clinical hours: 18 hrs/week for 15 weeks.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: RAD 133 Summer Clinical Education III or permission of instructor
Credits: 6 Hours 18 Clinical Hours/Week Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Perform and demonstrate continued professional attitude and advanced imaging procedures under more indirect supervision for second year level students (focusing on procedures such as: skull, sinuses, facial bones, surgical, pediatric, trauma) with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Maintain radiographer’s practice standards and HIPAA compliance, and proficiency in the use of radiographic digital equipment, radiation protection, patient communication, and contrast agents.
- Perform with 80% accuracy a minimum of 10 competencies on specific categories, after proving proficiency on campus practical exams.
- Clearly articulate an issue or problem.
- Identify, analyze, and evaluate ideas, data, and arguments as they occur in their own or other’s work.
- Acknowledge limitations such as perspective and bias.
- Develop well-reasoned (logical) arguments to form judgments and/or draw conclusions.
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SOC 250 - Introduction to Social Work Students are introduced to the profession of social work. Topics covered will include the historical development of the profession, philosophical foundations for practice, theoretical perspectives for practice, ethics of social work practice, social service delivery networks, the social welfare system, social problems, human/social diversity, and social policy.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisites: SOC 110 Introduction to Sociology or SOC 111 Social Problems
Corequisites: SOC 110 Introduction to Sociology or SOC 111 Social Problems
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Identify the theoretical perspectives for social work practice.
- Identify the ethical standards for social work practice.
- Explain the historical development of the social work profession.
- Discuss the philosophical foundations for social work practice.
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SPA 101 - Beginning Spanish I This course introduces the student to the sound system and grammatical structure of the Spanish language. The focus will be on developing and raising skill levels in the areas of aural comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Use of the target language is greatly stressed. This course will also address various cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world.
Spanish 101 is for students with little or no previous Spanish study. Students are not expected to know Spanish when they begin the course. This is not a course to be taken for review. Students with more than two years of high school Spanish should NOT enroll in this course. You must talk to your Professor, immediately, if you do have more than two years of high school Spanish. **Be aware that this class is not suitable for native and heritage speakers of Spanish. Native and heritage speakers must not enroll in this course** NO EXCEPTIONS.
Credits: 4 Hours 4 Class Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Exhibit basic proficiency in the understanding and use of Spanish.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the distinctive features of the cultures associated with Spanish.
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SPA 102 - Beginning Spanish II This course will build upon the grammatical structure of the Spanish language learned in first semester SPA 101. Speaking the language is greatly stressed at this level. Students of SPA 102 are expected to enhance the four language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. This course will also discuss various cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world.
Spanish 102 is for students who have taken first semester college Spanish (SPA 101) or three years of high school Spanish. Students who have four or more years of high school Spanish may not take this class. **This course is not suitable for native or heritage speakers of Spanish. Native speakers or heritage speakers of Spanish must not enroll in this course.**
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: SPA 101 Beginning Spanish I
Credits: 4 Hours 4 Class Hours Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Exhibit basic proficiency in the understanding and use of Spanish.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the distinctive features of the cultures associated with Spanish.
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SPA 201 - Intermediate Spanish I One purpose of this class is to review what the student has already learned and to expand on it. This is a grammar class with an introduction to cultural and literary readings and basic research on topics related to the Spanish-speaking world. All skills (reading. Writing, listening, and speaking), as well as the three basic fields (grammar, literature, and culture), will be emphasized in the course. Speaking the language is greatly stressed at this level.
Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: SPA 102 Beginning Spanish II
Credits: 3 Hours 3 Class Hours Note SPA 201 is an appropriate entry point for most students with four or more years of high school Spanish.
Course Profile Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Exhibit basic proficiency in the understanding and use of Spanish.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the distinctive features of the cultures associated with Spanish.
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