PT 210 - Clinical Practicum Preparation

This practicum preparation course provides preparation for clinical experiences with topics such as the roles and responsibilities of the physical therapist assistant (PTA), review of patient charts, and confidentiality. Students will be accompanied by faculty to clinical sites for an integrated clinical experience. 1.00 Semester Credit Hour. Lecture Contact Hours: 14. Lab Contact Hours: 0. Clinical Contact Hours: 5. Prerequisites: PT 220 Orthopedic Patient Care and PT 251 Neurological Patient Care. Corequisites: PT 240 Patient Care for Special Populations and PT 260 Professional Issues.