Physical Therapist Assistant - Anoka - Ramsey Community College - Coon Rapids Campus

Physical Therapist Assistant from Anoka - Ramsey Community College - Coon Rapids Campus is a Campus Associate Physical Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Program Information: This program prepares students for employment as a Physical Therapist Assistant , a health-care provider who, with the guidance of a physical therapist, performs a wide variety of functions as part of the health-care team. This field has been expanding in recent years and the employment outlook continues to be good in hospitals, clinics, home care, and outpatient facilities. In addition to class work in psychology, medical terminology, neuroanatomy and physiology, instrumentation and kinesiology for physical therapy, and advanced physical therapy techniques, students gain ?hands-on? experience through clinical practice at area health-care facilities. The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) nationally accredits this program. Program Goals: By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning goals: 1) Demonstrate competent written and oral communication skills; 2) Perform all treatment procedures skillfully and safely; 3) Demonstrate knowledge of the normal structure and function of the human body and understand the physiological and psychological effects of disease and injury; 4) Demonstrate understanding of his/her professional role as a PTA and demonstrate awareness of ethical behavior, legal responsibility, and the PT/PTA professional relationship; and, 5) Recognize and appreciate diversity within society and the health-care profession. View more details on Anoka - Ramsey Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Physical Therapy courses.