29 courses with the subject PTH, 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.
An in-depth study of gross human anatomic structure, emphasizing the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems through study of head and neck, body wall, and upper and lower extremity structures. Clinical correlates examine normal movement and pathological processes. Four hours of class and three hours of laboratory per week.
This course provides a basic understanding of human anatomy, with an emphasis on the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems through the study of head/ neck, trunk, and upper/lower extremities. Clinical correlates will examine normal movement and pathological processes. It uses a combination of systems based and region-specific instruction. Lectures are complemented by Cad Lab work.
A study of the structure and function of the human central and peripheral nervous system, including vascular components and special senses. The course emphasizes nervous system control of movement. Three hours of class per week.
Laboratory experience includes the human nervous system material, brain sections, and anatomical models. Two hours of laboratory per week. CHATHAM UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2026-2027 434
This course provides an introduction to physical therapy clinical skills with an emphasis on basic assessment and intervention procedures, along with surface anatomy palpation. Principles relating to these foundational techniques will be introduced via lecture and laboratory experiences. The techniques will be applied in future courses in increasingly complex patient/client problems and diagnoses.
An in-depth analysis of normal and abnormal human motion with an emphasis on biomechanics, gait, patterns of motion and mechanisms that affect or limit movement. Principles of the physical therapy diagnostic process, along with therapeutic techniques, procedures and modalities will be introduced.
This course includes the study and application of theories of motor control, motor learning, and motor development that are utilized to guide examination of children and adults with neuromuscular dysfunction. Movement analysis is expanded along a continuum from infancy to older age, incorporating age-related movement changes and theories of aging.
PTH703II Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy-Part Two (10) CHATHAM UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2026-2027 180
This course provides in-depth study of normal human physiologic mechanisms with special application to exercise. Topics include: protein synthesis, cell communication, and energy metabolism; neuromusculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, renal, immune and endocrine systems; and exercise prescription, health promotion, and wellness. Students will participate in comprehensive fitness assessments during laboratory sessions.
This course provides didactic, laboratory and problem-based learning experiences in the examination, evaluation and treatment of patients with primary and secondary cardiac, vascular and/or pulmonary dysfunction. Content ranges from the development of individualized, scientifically-based fitness/wellness programs to the CHATHAM UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2026-2027 435
This problem-based course will provide in-depth information on the examination, evaluation, and management of pediatric neuro-musculoskeletal system dysfunction from birth through adolescence and young adulthood. Students will build upon concepts of normal development, motor control, and motor learning to develop a theoretical framework for addressing the physical therapy needs of children.
This problem-based course explores the prevention, evaluation and management of neuromuscular system dysfunction throughout the adult life span. Students will build upon concepts from all previous courses to gain a comprehensive understanding of the multiple complex problems seen in patients with neurologic diagnoses.
PTH713II Multi-System Physical Therapy Part Two (2)
The purpose of this course is to offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills that are essential to the critical evaluation of the medical literature and the application of research to the practice of physical therapy.
PTH724II Research II-Part Two (1)
The first part of this ten-week, full-time experience is scheduled at the completion of musculoskeletal system coursework. Students will be placed in outpatient facilities or general hospitals with an expectation that students, under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, will primarily evaluate and treat patients with musculoskeletal conditions.
PTH731II Clinical Experience IB-II (3)
A ten-week, full-time experience scheduled at the completion of study of didactic and laboratory course work. Students will generally be placed in acute care, acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, pediatric, sub-acute, outpatient, or home health settings. Students will, under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, primarily evaluate and treat patients with cardio/pulmonary and neurological conditions. Satisfactory completion of all previous academic requirements is required.
The first part of this sixteen-week, full-time experience is scheduled at the completion of didactic and laboratory course work. Students will generally be placed in acute care, acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, pediatric, sub-acute, outpatient, or home health settings. Students will, under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, primarily evaluate and treat patients with cardio/pulmonary and neurological conditions. PTH735II Clinical Experience V, Part Two (11) The second part of this sixteen-week, full-time experience is scheduled at the completion of didactic and laboratory course work. Students will generally be placed in acute care, acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, pediatric, sub-acute, outpatient, or home health settings. Students will, under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, primarily evaluate and treat patients with cardio/pulmonary and neurological conditions.
This course introduces the novice professional student to the roles of the physical therapist as: a professional; a communicator; and as a scholar. There is a heavy emphasis on patient-practitioner communication skills, especially during the patient interview. Fundamentals of evidence-based practice help students embrace the role of scholarly clinician. CHATHAM UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2026-2027 437
PTH742II Principles of Practice II: Communication and Ethics-Part Two (2)
This course is an integrated synthesis of material learned in previous Principles of Practice courses with practical application into clinical education. Students preliminarily explore the integration of social responsibility and professionalism via community-based learning.
This course is an integrated synthesis of material learned during previous POP courses. This course, guided by faculty and community service advisors, primarily evaluates the service learning project as it evolves over the past year. The evaluation will review the benefits of and obstacles to a meaningful learning experience. Students will discuss their contribution to the community agency and the population it serves, and will disseminate this to the Chatham physical therapy community through a group oral presentation.
One (1) PTH745II Principles of Practice V: Healthcare, Management & Policy-Part Two (2)
The first part of this eight (8) week full-time experience is scheduled at the completion of didactic and laboratory course work. Students will generally be placed in acute care, acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, pediatric, sub-acute, outpatient, or home health settings. Students will, under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, primarily evaluate and treat patients with cardio/pulmonary and neurological conditions. PTH746II Clinical Experience III-Part Two (5) The second part of this eight (8) week full-time experience is scheduled at the completion of didactic and laboratory course work. Students will generally be CHATHAM UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2026-2027 438
Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) The MPAS program is a 24-month professional course of study designed to award the MPAS degree. The curriculum integrates advanced topics such as anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, clinical intervention, pharmacology, research, clinical methods, and hands-on clinical experiences throughout the program. Graduates are trained to provide primary medical care with cultural humility, adhering to ethical, legal, and safety standards. To succeed, students must develop self-directed learning skills to acquire and apply knowledge through clinical reasoning in medical practice. These skills are essential for maintaining up-to-date knowledge and delivering effective patient care. Success also requires self-awareness, an understanding of others, and a commitment to ongoing professional development beyond the degree. CHATHAM UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2026-2027 181
In this course, students integrate previous curricular topics related to evidence based practice. Students develop and complete a presentation of the systematic review completed in PTH724. Students also complete a Knowledge-to-Action project aimed at increasing the use of research evidence in clinical practice.
PWR: PROFESSIONAL WRITING
Source: Chatham University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
