Course Description
Students will train on understanding the specific and complex role in Physical Therapy Aide. Students learn the basics of patient care in the physical therapy setting and practical on-the-job techniques for assisting physical therapists and physical therapy assistants in their treatment of patients suffering from a variety of physical ailments.
Certifications
Certificate of Completion in Physical Therapy Aide
Course Features
Lectures: Actual and Online
Assessment: Periodic Quizzes, Applications and Examinations
Duration: 24 weeks
Language: English and Filipino
Modules
PT 101- Foundation of Practice in Physical Therapy Aide
- PT 101.1 Introduction to Physical Therapy Aide
- PT 101.2 Effective Communication, Ethical and Legal Issues in Healthcare
- PT 101.3 Anatomy and Physiology A
- PT 101.4 Anatomy and Physiology B
- PT 101.5 Basic Medical Terminology
PT 102- Basic Practice in Physical Therapy Aide
- PT 102.1 Maintain Workplace Safety
- PT 102.2 Pharmacology
- PT 102.3 Safe and Preparation for Patient Care
- PT 102.4 Patient Positioning, Body Mechanics and Transfer techniques
- PT 102.5 Wheelchairs, Assistive Devices and Gait Training
PT 201- Advance Practice in Physical Therapy Aide
- PT 201.1 Documentation Process and Creating a Patient Action Plan
- PT 201.2 Exercise Based Therapy focusing on functional task and Manual Handling
- PT 201.3 Understanding Electrical Stimulation treatments, specifically Russian Stimulator, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator and Interferential Stimulator.
- PT 201.4 Physical Therapy with Pediatric Patients
- PT 201.5 Physical Therapy with Geriatric Patients
PT 202- Critical Practice in Physical Therapy Aide
- PT 202.1 Physical Therapy with Integumentary Conditions
- PT 202.2 Physical Therapy with Musculoskeletal Conditions
- PT 202.3 Physical Therapy with Cardiopulmonary Conditions
- PT 202.4 Physical Therapy with Neurologic Conditions
- PT 202.5 Update on Technology used in Physical Therapy
