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PTA 280 Seminar I

1 credits
This course covers foundational case presentation skills in preparation for capstone physical therapy case presentation in Seminar II.

Prerequisites: All Quarter 4 PTA AAS courses

Corequisites: All Quarter 5 PTA AAS courses

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Identify case presentation tools and styles appropriate for the profession
  • Identify the qualities of and skills for an effective case presentation
  • Identify and discuss the evidence-based resources that support the clinical decision making for the progression of the patient within the plan of care established by the PT
  • Use the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health to identify the patient’s/client’s health, activity, and participation status for a physical therapy case presentation
  • Determine appropriate presentation tools and styles for a physical therapy case presentation
  • Design a physical therapy case presentation using effective presentation tools and skills

College-Wide Learning Outcomes
This course teaches to the college-wide learning outcome of Communication, the ability to engage effectively in verbal, non-verbal, written, and/or symbolic expression.

Total Hours: 10 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 10