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Dec 02, 2024
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Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PTA 236 Topics in Physical Therapy IV3 credits This course covers skills to obtain a job and enter the workforce as a PTA including licensure preparation, board exam review, job search, and interview skills.
Prerequisites: PTA 235 , PTA 256 , PTA 280 , and PTA 290
Corequisites: PTA 281 and PTA 291
Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Revise own resume sufficient to obtain a position in the workforce as an entry-level physical therapist assistant
- Develop a cover letter sufficient to relate personal strengths relevant to an entry-level workforce position as a physical therapist assistant
- Employ effective PTA job search and application skills including the following:
- Evaluate the qualities of a potential work environment
- Identify where to find current jobs available on the market
- Complete forms often required in a job application process
- Employ effective job interview skills for PTA positions
- Implement a board exam preparation plan
- Complete a mock board exam
- Complete initial PTA licensure application paperwork
Program Outcomes This course teaches to the following program outcomes:
- be prepared to obtain an entry-level position as a physical therapist assistant
- be prepared to engage in lifelong learning and career development as a physical therapist assistant in order to maintain industry competitiveness
Total Hours: 30 Lecture Hours: 30
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