AHPT 816 - Theory and Practice I

Credits: (4)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of all prior coursework or with permission from the department.
Didactic and laboratory learning will occur in both laboratory and classroom environments. Students must demonstrate clinical skill based competencies and pass a clinical practical examination to successfully pass course requirements. Students will participate in small group and cooperative learning experiences. Students will participate in hands-on methods and techniques related to therapeutic activities, modalities, gait training, and patient handling techniques. Students will analyze patient case scenarios and develop appropriate intervention plans. Students will participate in didactic and laboratory oral/ participatory demonstrates of patient care situations.