Apr 27, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PT 7715 - Clinical Education I


(1.5)

This 5-week full-time clinical experience is designed to allow the student to practice examination and intervention skills associated with the general practice of physical therapy under the supervision and guidance of a physical therapist. The student performs a variety of tests and measures appropriate for the practice setting. The student also engages in the process of the evaluation and physical therapy diagnosis of clients, as well as generating and applying an appropriate individualized plan of care for clients. A variety of interventions will be practiced including coordination, communication, documentation, patient education, and direct interventions, including but not limited to motor function training, administration of biophysical agents, manual therapy techniques, and therapeutic exercise. Student will also participate in clinic-based activities including but not limited to scheduling clients, completing billing procedures, and engagement with other staff/professionals on-site.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPT curriculum to date.
Corequisite: PT 7716 .