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Sep 20, 2026
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Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027
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PTA 101 Introduction to Rehabilitation Credits: (2)
The history of the profession of physical therapy (PT) and the American Physical Therapy Association are explored. The student is introduced to procedures used in PT, settings where PT is practiced, and the physical therapist assistant’s role/career development as part of the rehabilitation team. The importance of evidence based medicine in physical therapy will be introduced. Ethical and legal considerations in physical therapy are also introduced. Communication skills are developed, including effective interpersonal communication, oral and written reports and medical terminology. Infection control and various emergency procedures pertinent to the practice of PT will be learned. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the PTA program or permission of instructor. Co-requisite(s): PTA 102 , PTA 102L , PTA 107 , and PTA 108 , or permission of instructor.
Learning Outcomes
- Trace the history of physical therapy and the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Discuss the process of rehabilitation.
- Define the role of the physical therapist assistant (PTA) related to physical therapy practice.
- Explore the career development opportunities for the PTA.
- Utilize appropriate medical terminology and describe medical procedures and diseases related to the practice of physical therapy.
- Describe appropriate infection control procedures and diseases related to the practice of physical therapy.
- Describe the organization of medical records and write accurate progress notes.
- Identify components of good communication skills and professional interaction with the supervising PT and patients.
- Describe cultural competence in physical therapy.
- Describe selected emergency procedures that may be utilized in a physical therapy setting.
- Demonstrate an understanding of legal aspects in physical therapy practice.
- Summarize the Guide to Conduct of the PTA and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for the PTA.
- Identify basic concepts in professional literature, including but not limited to, the peer review process, validity, reliability, and level of statistical significance.
- Recognize how a PTA will participate in performance improvement activities (Quality Assurance) and risk management strategies.
- Describe aspects of organizational planning and operation of the physical therapy service.
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