PTAP 213 Clinical Education I

This course consists of a review of Healthcare Provider-level CPR and First Aid, HIPAA, OSHA Hazard Communication (includes bloodborne pathogen), and introduction to the clinic during the semester, followed by weekly on-site clinical experience in local settings. The course will allow for observation of physical therapy interventions and application of elemental principles of patient care to uncomplicated patients under direct supervision and at the discretion of the Clinical Instructor. 

Credits

2

Prerequisite

BIOL 203, PTAP 100, PTAP 110, PTAP 120 and PTAP 130

Hours Weekly

4 hours lab, 8 hours clinical weekly

Course Objectives

1. 1. Apply the skills and knowledge gained in previous course content under the supervision of a clinical instructor.
2. 2. Demonstrate knowledge in basic health skills needed to work in a health care setting, including CPR, First Aid, mandatory reporting of child and dependent adult abuse, HIPAA, and OSHA Hazard training.
3. 3. Demonstrate appropriate and professional performance in the clinical setting.

Course Objectives

1. 1. Apply the skills and knowledge gained in previous course content under the supervision of a clinical instructor.
2. 2. Demonstrate knowledge in basic health skills needed to work in a health care setting, including CPR, First Aid, mandatory reporting of child and dependent adult abuse, HIPAA, and OSHA Hazard training.
3. 3. Demonstrate appropriate and professional performance in the clinical setting.