PTA 2250 — Capstone Course for the PTA
Accompanies Clinical Applications II and III of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program and prepares the student clinician to transition into the healthcare workforce as a licensed physical therapist assistant. Students will submit verification of exposure to a variety of clinical experiences and supplemental learning activities in preparation for clinical practice and in accordance with CAPTE Standards. The capstone experience in PTA allows students to demonstrate their proficiency in technical knowledge with integration of the Rhodes State College Institutional Learning Objectives (ILOs). Students will actively prepare for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for PTAs, with an emphasis on Ohio's laws and rules governing physical therapy practice. Preparation includes review modules to help identify personal strengths and areas for improvement. The course also supports the development of professional skills necessary for pursuing employment as a Physical Therapist Assistant. 'C' grade policy applies.
Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: PTA 2010, PTA 2020, PTA 2100, PTA 2120
Corequisites: PTA 2200, PTA 2201.