Physical Therapist Assistant - Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology

Physical Therapist Assistant from Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology is a Campus Associate Physical Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The formal portion of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program begins fall semester with a limited enrollment of 16 students. There are 32 credits of pre-requisite courses which may take one year or longer to complete. All pre-requisite coursework must be completed with a grade of ?C-? or higher. The student must apply for acceptance into the formal portion of the PTA program and be accepted. A grade of ?76%? ?C-? or ?pass? is required for all coursework within the PTA program after formal acceptance. The formal portion of the PTA program is challenging and consists of fall, spring, and summer semesters; taking one full year. This time includes built-in clinical experiences which may or may not be in the Great Falls area. Upon completion of the PTA program, the graduate is prepared to take the National Physical The-rapist Assistant Examination (NPTAE) provided by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy and must receive a passing score in order to become a licensed PTA. Licensure is required to practice as a physical therapist assistant in Montana and is overseen by the State of Montana Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. The PTA program is designed to graduate individuals who are knowledgeable, competent, self-assured, adaptable, and service-oriented patient/client care providers performing their duties within the ethical and legal guidelines of the physical therapy profession as an entry-level PTA having successfully passed the NPTAE. Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of healthcare settings including acute care, outpatient, rehabilitation, and extended care. The Montana State University?Great Falls College of Technology?s Physical Therapist Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). OUTCOMES: GRADUATES ARE PREPARED TO: Demonstrate a combination of critical thinking skills, intervention, docu-mentation, patient safety awareness, confidentiality, and ethical guidelines under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as out-lined in the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice. Effectively demonstrate in the areas of education, communication, and provision of skilled interventions towards various special populations in regards to their cultural and individual needs. Address an area of need within the PTA scope of practice utilizing au-dio/visual aids and demonstration to accommodate different learning styles of the patient or community. Apply mathematical/statistical knowledge to help augment learning experiences through current healthcare literature and research. and Display a commitment to lifelong learning, ongoing professional development, and high quality care in the realm of physical therapy practice. View more details on Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Physical Therapy courses.