PTA 100INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL
- Subject
- PTA
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
Catawba Valley Community College · Courses
PTA
17 courses with the subject PTA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PTA 120INTRODUCTION TO KINESIOLOGY3
This course is an introduction to the clinically oriented study of functional anatomy. Emphasis is placed on a beginning level of understanding of the musculoskeletal system and nervous system as they relate to human movement. Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to identify basic anatomical structures involved in human movements. Note: You do not have to be in the PTA Program to take this course. A grade higher than a "B" in this optional course does award bonus points to a prospective student's PTA application. Prerequisites:
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
PTA 200PT ISSUES AND TRENDS2
This is a lecture discussion course consisting of presentations designed to acquaint the student with the latest practice techniques and venues used in the care of patients requiring physical therapy intervention. Presentations will be made by local clinicians as well as by students, based on an independent study conducted during the full time clinical rotation, PTA 263.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 231, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 222, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 230, PTA 232, PTA 260 Co-Requisites: PTA 201. PTA 263, PTA 268
PTA 201PTA SEMINAR2
This course allows the students to self-teach and to learn skills associated with utilization of learning, community, and other resources in the gathering of new knowledge. The ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, to professional and community groups, is stressed. Presentation Techniques and Teaching Strategies; Guest lectures and community activities are designed to augment the students' clinical experiences. Presentations and experiences will be scheduled at least partially based on student feedback from clinical education.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 231, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 222, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 230, PTA 232, PTA 260 Co-Requisites: PTA 200, PTA 263, PTA 268
PTA 202COMMUNICATION SKILLS2
This course is the study of verbal and nonverbal communication and documentation in health care. Emphasis will be placed on terminology, format, computer usage, reimbursement, interpersonal communication, and legal issues. Upon completion, student should be able to discuss and demonstrate communication methods for achieving effective interaction with patients, families, the public and other health care providers.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- Admission to the PTA Program Co-Requisites: PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240 195
PTA 220FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY &3
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
PTA 222FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY &2
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
PTA 230NEUROSCIENCE2
This course provides students with an overview of the neuroanatomy of the CNS and PNS, as it relates to treatment necessary for patients with dysfunctions of these systems. Emphasis includes the structure and function of the nervous system, neurophysiological concepts, human growth and development, neurologic dysfunctions. Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to identify and discuss specific anatomical structures, functions of the nervous system, basic concepts of human growth and development and identify neurologic pathologies.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240 Co-Requisites: PTA 231, PTA 232, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 260 Southern Union State Community College 2021-22 Catalog
PTA 231REHAB TECHNIQUES2
This laboratory course allows for hands-on appreciation of advanced rehabilitation techniques. Emphasis is on orthopedic, neurological, and pulmonary treatment techniques, procedures, analysis, and treatment of pathologic gait. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate an understanding of advanced rehabilitation techniques appropriate to orthopedic, neurologic, and pulmonary dysfunctions.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240 Co-Requisites: PTA 230, PTA 232, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 260
PTA 232ORTHOPEDICS FOR THE PTA2
This course provides the student with an overview of orthopedic conditions seen in physical therapy. Emphasis is on the study of orthopedic conditions and appropriate physical therapy intervention and review of related anatomical structures. Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to discuss PT interventions for common orthopedic conditions.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240 Co-Requisites: PTA 230, PTA 231, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 260
PTA 240PHYSICAL DISABILITIES I2
This course presents the student with a body systems approach to the etiology, pathology, signs/ symptoms and treatment of conditions seen in physical therapy. Emphasis may include conditions most commonly treated in physical therapy. Upon completion, the student should be able to discuss basic pathological processes, treatment options, and prognoses of conditions studied.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- Admission to the PTA Program Co-Requisites: PTA 202, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 220
PTA 241PHYSICAL DISABILITIES II2
This course continues a body systems approach to the study of common PT pathologies. Emphasis includes various neurological pathologies with additional focus on the needs of special populations. Upon completion, the student should be able to discuss PT interventions appropriate to a variety of diagnoses.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240 Co-Requisites: PTA 231, PTA 232, PTA 230, PTA 251, PTA 260 196
PTA 250THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES I4
This laboratory course provides a hands-on introduction to the principles and procedures of therapeutic physical therapy intervention. Emphasis is on basic patient care skills and procedures including modalities and assessments utilized in physical therapy. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate safe and effective delivery of those procedures with an in-depth understanding of the rationale for each treatment.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- Admission to the PTA Program Co-Requisites: PTA 202, PTA 222, PTA 240, PTA 220, PTA 202, PTA 222, PTA 240, PTA 220
PTA 251THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES II4
This laboratory course is a continuation of PTA 250 which provides a hands-on introduction to the principles and procedures of therapeutic physical therapy intervention. Emphasis is on basic patient care skills and procedures utilized in physical therapy. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate safe and effective delivery of those procedures with an in-depth understanding of the rationale for each treatment.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240 Co-Requisites: PTA 231, PTA 232, PTA 230, PTA 241, PTA 260
PTA 260CLINICAL EDUCATION I1
Under the direct supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant, the student will have the opportunity to integrate didactic and laboratory learning by demonstrating selected clinical competencies. Specifically, those competencies related to basic organization, professional interaction, and practice of clinical skills learned in the preceding two academic terms. This is a 60 hour unpaid clinical externship.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 222, PTA 250, PTA 240 Co-Requisites: PTA 231, PTA 232, PTA 230, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 231, PTA 232, PTA 230, PTA 241, PTA 251 Southern Union State Community College 2021-22 Catalog
PTA 263CLINICAL AFFILIATION I3
This is a minimum 180-hour unpaid clinical externship through which students perform and validate their professional competencies under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 231, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 222, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 230, PTA 232, PTA 260, PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 231, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 222, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 230, PTA 232, PTA 260 Co-Requisites: PTA 200, PTA 201, PTA 268
PTA 268CLINICAL PRACTICUM5
This continuation of PT 263 is an additional 300 hours (maximum of 320 hours and minimum of 300 hours) of unpaid clinical externship through which students perform and validate their professional competencies under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.
- Subject
- PTA
- Credits (min)
- 5
- Credits (max)
- 5
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.suscc.edu
- Prerequisite
- PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 231, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 222, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 230, PTA 232, PTA 260, PTA 202, PTA 220, PTA 231, PTA 250, PTA 240, PTA 222, PTA 241, PTA 251, PTA 230, PTA 232, PTA 260 Co-Requisites: PTA 200, PTA 201, PTA 263, PTA 200, PTA 201, PTA 263
Source: Catawba Valley Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61