PTA 2080 - Internship I

Credit(s): 4
Internship Hour(s): 12
Prerequisite(s): PTA 1020 and PTA 1040
Formerly PTA 280 Focuses on an initial clinical exposure providing hands on patient practicum skills and techniques. Includes application of basic patient care skills including transfers, range of motion, modalities, bandaging, aseptic techniques, and gait training. Students demonstrate professional behavior and communication principles appropriate in the physical therapy setting. A designated clinical instructor in an acute care, geriatric, or outpatient setting provides supervision.