PTR 522 - Professional Issues II

The second in a series of three, this course will build on the foundation provided in the first course and prepares students for their first time clinical experience.  Topics addressed include: roles of the PT as a researcher, educator, consultant, and manager; teamwork and delegation to the PTA. Students will gain experience in advocacy for their profession (APTA) as well as for their patients. They will be introduced to concepts of teaching and learning as they apply to clinical education, as well as to patients and other public groups. Students complete a project related to ergonomics in a community setting as a practical experience in teaching and health/wellness promotion.

 

Credits: 2