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PTA Rehabilitation Across the Lifespan

Credits: 2
Course Number: 10-524-149

Course Description

10-524-149 PTA REHABILITATION ACROSS THE LIFESPAN...a capstone course that integrates concepts of pathology, physical therapy interventions and data collection across the lifespan. The PTA's role in health, and physical therapy interventions for special patient populations. (Prerequisites: 10-524-144, PTA Principles of Neuromuscular Rehab; 10-524-145, PTA Principles of Musculoskeletal Rehab; 10-524-146, PTA Management of Cardiopulmonary & Integumentary Conditions; Corequisite: 10-524-148, PTA Clinical Practice 2)

Course Typically Offered

  • Spring

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How can I use this course to achieve my career goals?

This course is associated with the following programs:

What will I learn?

  1. Integrate concepts of pathology, PT interventions, and data collection for application to pediatric populations
  2. Integrate concepts of pathology, PT interventions, and data collection for application to adolescent populations
  3. Integrate concepts of pathology, PT interventions, and data collection for application to adult populations
  4. Integrate concepts of pathology, PT interventions, and data collection for application to geriatric populations
  5. Differentiate typical/atypical development across the lifespan
  6. Examine the role of the PTA in promotion of health and wellness and prevention
  7. Determine patient re-integration to home, community, and work environment
  8. Explore physical therapy interventions for special patient populations

Class Details

Class Number:
21461
Delivery:
Online
Term:
Spring 2025
Session:
8W2
Date Range:
-
Estimated Cost:
$332.70 *

Class Notes

  • This is an Online class that can be accessed anywhere using internet. For more information regarding this delivery and how to access your class, see www.nwtc.edu/onlinefaq.

Meeting Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location(s)
03/26/25 - 05/20/25 Anytime
Anytime
Online

* Cost displayed is based on in-state residency. Back to cost

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