General Catalog 2024-2025

PHTH 2921 Internship in Physical Therapy I

Supervised clinical experiences aimed to integrate the clinical competencies and knowledge of a physical therapist assistant. It applies the basic knowledge of patient care, care of wounds, therapeutic modalities, respiratory exercises, pulmonary hygiene techniques, aerobic capacity and resistance, as established in the patient’s care plan designed by the physical therapist. Practice in clinical fields, under the supervision of a clinical supervisor. Requires one hundred twenty (120) hours of practice.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

PHTH 2053, 2054, 2055