Physical Therapist Assistant

Instructional Program (CIP)

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A. Course Objective: Prepare students to become integral members of the physical therapy health care team under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. Framework includes anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, fundamentals of diseases and conditions, treatment plans, rehabilitation therapies, the musculoskeletal system, and ethics and laws governing the practice of physical therapy. Competencies to be achieved: Aseptic Technique, Positioning/Draping, Body Mechanics. Cryotherapy, Thermotherapy, Ultrasound, Electrotherapeutic Modalities, Mechanical Traction – Cervical and Lumbar, Soft Tissue Mobilization. Goniometric, Manual Muscle Test, Postural, Gait Assessments, Joint Mobilization, Vital Signs, Functional Training – Transfers, Application of Assistive Devices, PNF Patterns, Therapeutic Exercise- Strengthening, Anthropometric Characteristics. Balance & Coordination Assessment. B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $42,130.00 C. Books required: Semester I Basic Medical Language, 5th Edition; ML Brooks, DL Brooks; Mosby (Elsevier), 2016; ISBN 9780323290487 Anatomy & Physiology, 9th Edition (textbook, atlas booklet, access card for online resources); K Patton, G Thibodeau; Elsevier, 2018; ISBN 9780323341394 Trail Guide to the Body, 5th Edition; A Biel; Books of Discovery, 2014; ISBN 9780982978658 Dreeben-Irimia’s Introduction to Physical Therapist Practice for Physical Therapist Assistants, 3rd Edition; CM Barrett; Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2017; ISBN 9781449681852 Math Basics for the Healthcare Professional, 4th Edition; M Lesmeister; Prentice Hall (Pearson), 2014 ISBN: 9780133104158 Conceptual Physics, 12th Edition; PG Hewitt; Addison-Wesley (Pearson), 2015; ISBN 9780321909107 Medical Law and Ethics, 5th Edition; BF Fremgen; Prentice Hall (Pearson), 2016; ISBN 9780133998986 College English and Business Communication, 10th Edition; SC Camp, M Satterwhite; McGraw Hill, 2015; ISBN 9780073397122 Netter’s Atlas of Human Anatomy, 6th Edition; FH Netter; Saunders (Elsevier), 2014; ISBN 9781455704187 Classroom Set. Semester 2 Therapeutic Modalities in Rehabilitation, 4th Edition; WE Prentice; McGraw Hill, 2011; ISBN 9780071737692 Pathology for the Physical Therapist Assistant, 2nd Edition; CC Goodman, C Marshall; Saunders (Elsevier), 2018; ISBN 9780323395496 Essentials of Human Development: A life-span view, 2nd Edition; RV Kail, JC Cavanaugh; Cengage, 2017; ISBN 9781305504585 Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy, 6th Edition and Kinesiology in Action 2.0; L Lippert; FA Davis, 2017; ISBN: 9780803658233 BLS for Healthcare Providers; American Heart Association/Channing Bete Company (2015 AHA guidelines); ISBN 9781616694074 The Sagebrush State: Nevada’s History, Government, and Politics, 4th Edition; MW Bowers; University of Nevada Press, 2013; ISBN 9780874179231 (Las Vegas Campus Only) Semester 3 Measurement of Joint Motion: A Guide to Goniometry, 5th Edition; CC Norkin, DJ White; FA Davis, 2017; ISBN 9780803645660 Daniels and Worthingham’s Muscle Testing, 9th Edition; H Hislop, D Avers, M Brown; Elsevier, 2013; ISBN 9781455706150 Principles and Techniques of Patient Care, 6th Edition; SL Fairchild; Saunders (Elsevier), 2018; ISBN 9780323445849 Physical Rehabilitation, 6th Edition; SB O’Sullivan, TJ Schmitz, G Fulk; FA Davis, 2014; ISBN 9780803625792 Therapeutic Exercise: Foundations and Techniques, 6th Edition; C Kisner, LA Colby; FA Davis, 2013; ISBN 9780803625747 Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist Assistant, 4th Edition; RC Manske; Mosby (Elsevier) 2016; ISBN 9780323113472 Classroom Set PTA Toolkit: Small and large goniometers, tape measure, gait belt Semester 4 Improving Functional Outcomes in Physical Rehabilitation, 2nd Edition; SB O’Sullivan, TJ Schmitz; FA Davis, 2016; ISBN 9780803646124 Semester 5 PTA Examination Review and Study Guide, 4th Edition; SB O’Sullivan, R Siegelman; Therapy Ed, 2013; ISBN 9780984339372 D. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Name: Julie Becerra Email: jbecerra@pmi.edu Phone: 520-326-1600 ext. 31122 E. Direct Website link to the program: https://pmi.edu/programs/associate/physical-therapist-assistant F. Additional information: Application requirement: all applicants must obtain and provide a valid AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Dept of Public Safety (A.R.S. §32-2022). G. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://pmi.edu/catalog/mobile/index.html#p=130 H. Credentials: Industry Recognized: YES Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: CAPTE and APTA. Stackable: NO. Portable: YES, Can work in a variety of setting and eligible to apply for licenture/certification in other states. Accredited Curriculum: YES Accrediting Agency: ABHES https://www.abhes.org and CAPTE http://www.capteonline.org/home.aspx I. Credential Attainment Rate: 96%

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