Physical Therapy Technician
The Physical Therapy Technician Clinical Training Program provides students the technical skills and knowledge required to achieve entry-level competencies and perform duties at fixed medical treatment facilities and field environments. The program is specifically focused on the diagnostic and interventional treatment of patients with musculoskeletal disorders under the care of the physical therapist.
The program provides simulated and live training in all aspects of physical therapy medicine to include:
- Functional human anatomy
- Physiology
- Kinesiology
- Clinical pathophysiology
- Musculoskeletal physical therapy assessment and management
- Therapeutic exercises, procedures, and modalities including:
- Physical agents
- Spinal traction
- Ultrasound
- Electrotherapy
- Theory and application of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Simulation
- Neurological and medical disorders
- Physical therapy assessments
- Clinical management
- Professional communication
- Psychosocial issues in health care
- Clinical experiences
| Class Detail | Session Detail |
|---|---|
| Seat Capacity Per Iteration | 4 |
| Iterations Per Year | 3 |
| Specialty Code | L20A |
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