Perform data collection essential for carrying out the plan of care under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist .
Perform technically competent , evidence-based physical therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist .
Educate patients , families , and other health providers . Integrate components of operational and �scal practices of physical therapy service in a variety of settings . Implement a self-directed plan for career development , credentialing , and lifelong learning .
10-890-101 COLLEGE 101 ... Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages re�ective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their �rst semester as it identi�es key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-806-177 GENERAL ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY ... overview of the human anatomy / physiology using a body-systems approach , emphasizing the interrelationships between form / function at the gross and microscopic levels . ( Prerequisite : C or better in Lab-based Chemistry OR 2 semesters lab-based high school chemistry w / C or better ; AND Next Gen Rdg score greater /= to 263 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater /= to 17 ; OR prep courses-contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-524-156 PTA APPLIED KINESIOLOGY 1 ... introduces basic principles of musculoskeletal anatomy , kinematics , and clinical assessment . Students locate and identify muscles , joints , and other landmarks of the lower quadrant in addition to assessing range of motion and strength . Integrates analysis of gait . ( Prerequisite : Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program ; Corequisite : 10-806-177 , General Anatomy & Physiology ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-524-139 PTA PATIENT INTERVENTIONS ... an introduction to basic skills and physical therapy interventions performed by the physical therapist assistant . ( Prerequisite : Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-524-140 PTA PROFESSIONAL ISSUES 1 ... introduces the history and development of the physical therapy program , legal and ethical issues , the interdisciplinary health care team , and professional communication skills . ( Prerequisite : Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-801-196 ORAL / INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ... this course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation , group activity , and other projects . The study of self , con�ict , and cultural contexts will be explored , as well as their impact on communication . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-524-157 PTA APPLIED KINESIOLOGY 2 ... applies basic principles from PTA Kinesiology 1 to the axial skeleton and upper quadrant including location and identi�cation of muscles , joints and other landmarks . Assess range of motion and strength of the axial skeleton and upper quadrant . Integrates analysis of posture . ( Prerequisites : 10-806-177 General Anatomy & Physiology , 10-524-139 PTA Patient Interventions , 10-524-156 , PTA Applied Kinesiology 1 ; 10-524-140 , PTA Professional Issues 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-524-142 PTA THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE ... provides instruction on the implementation of a variety of therapeutic exercise principles . Learners implement , educate , adapt , and assess responses to therapeutic exercises . ( Prerequisites : 10-806-177 , General Anatomy & Physiology ; 10-524-156 , PTA Applied Kinesiology 1 ; 10-546-140 , PTA Professional Issues 1 ; 10-524-139 PTA Patient Interventions ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-524-143 PTA THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES ... develops the knowledge and technical skills necessary to perform numerous therapeutic modalities likely to be utilized as a PTA . ( Prerequisites : Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program ; 10- 806-177 General Anatomy & Physiology , 10-524-139 , PTA Patient Interventions ; 10-524-140 , PTA Professional Issues 1 ; 10-524-156 PTA Applied Kinesiology 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-801-136 ENGLISH COMPOSITION 1 ... learners develop knowledge / skills in planning , organizing , writing , editing . Students will also analyze audience / purpose , use elements of research , format documents using standard guidelines , and develop critical reading skills . ( Prerequisite : High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18 ; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 260 ; OR " preparatory course ( s )", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-809-196 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY ... the nature and variety of groups ; inequality , race and ethnicity ; family , population , social integration , and change ; collective behavior ; politics , economics , religion , education , and the effects of technology . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-809-198 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY ... survey of theoretical foundations of human behavior such as sensation and perception , motivation , emotions , learning , personality , psychological disorders , therapy , stress , and human diversity in personal , social and vocational settings . ( Prerequisite : Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater OR satisfactory reading and writing assessment scores OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing 1 with " B " or better OR Corequisite : 10-831-102 , English Comp Prep ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-524-105 PTA-PATHOLOGY CONCEPTS ... develops a working knowledge of pathologic processes by examining the most common disorders associated with various systems of the body . Emphasis is placed on pathogenesis , etiology and recognition of signs and symptoms . ( Prerequisite : 10-524-142 , PTA Therapeutic Exercise ; 10-524-143 PTA Therapeutic Modalities ; 10-524-157 PTA Applied Kinesiology 2 ; Corequisite : 10-524-147 PTA Clinical Practice 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer
10-524-147 PTA CLINICAL PRACTICE 1 ... provides a part-time clinical experience to apply foundational elements , knowledge , and technical skills pertinent to physical therapy practice . ( Prerequisites : 10-524-142 PTA Therapeutic Exercise , 10-524-143 PTA Therapeutic Modalities , 10-524-157 PTA Applied Kinesiology 2 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
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