Physical Therapist Assistant - Lane Community College

Physical Therapist Assistant from Lane Community College is a Campus Associate Physical Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Purpose To prepare the graduate to be qualified to practice as an associate degree licensed physical therapist assistant (LPTA), and to qualify for the National Physical Therapy Examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. Learning Outcomes The competencies defined by the American Physical Therapy Association and the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) are based on a view of developing knowledge and skills needed to practice as a safe and effective entry-level PTA. The competencies also recognize that effective PTA practice requires a professional competencies, and patient care competencies. Professional competencies: exhibit a commitment that reflects the expectation of members of the profession and the health care services industries. define relationship capabilities that PTAs need to work with clients and colleagues, the knowledge and skills of practicing the discipline and competencies that encompass understanding of the broader health care system. In all cases, the client is defined as the recipient of care, is considered active participant in care, and includes the individual, family or community. PTA competencies recognize that a competent PTA provides safe care across the lifespan directed toward the goals of helping clients (individuals, families or communities) promote health and recovery from acute or chronic neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, orthopedic, metabolic, and sensory injury or disease. The graduate will: demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to practice as a safe and effective entry-level Physical Therapist Assistant use verbal and non-verbal communication strategies that demonstrate respect for the dignity, uniqueness and value of each individual demonstrate PTA standards of ethical practice reflective of respect for others demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning and to the maintenance of excellence in the practice of physical therapy demonstrate a commitment to service through completion of a service-learning project. demonstrate knowledge and skills required to collect data, document treatment response and communicate progress using correct formats and terminology demonstrate knowledge and skills in interpreting the established physical therapy plan of care, including seeking clarification from the supervising physical therapist when indicated demonstrate critical thinking skills and appropriate treatment modifications for maximizing patient safety, progress, and comfort demonstrate knowledge and skills required to access information and communicate with others using web-based technology demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to select and administer appropriate application of massage, heat, cold, light, water, electricity, compression, exercise, gait, balance, and mobility training to relieve pain, improve the condition of the muscle or skin, and promote health and recovery. demonstrate detailed knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and physical therapy treatment interventions and procedures. View more details on Lane Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Physical Therapy courses.