PTA 122 — Physical Therapist Assisting II (4) (2,4)
This course further develops and refines patient care skills acquired in PTA 120 , with additional emphasis on professional behavior, the basics of scientific research and data analysis, and compliance with professional guidelines. Areas of study will include basic pharmacology, an introduction to soft tissue mobilization techniques, the basics of wound management, burn, lymphedema, and lymphedema management, and the study and practice of therapeutic modalities, including physical agents, electrotherapeutic agents, and mechanical and manual traction.(1.2) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available Physical Therapist Assistant Program SPECIAL NOTE: Explore the Physical Therapist Assistant Program and come to an information session .