This course presents the role of the physical therapist as health educator. The course introduces teaching and learning theory, learning domains, the identification of learning styles, and teaching strategies to address different learner needs across the life-span. Students will practice instructional formats and prepare and analyze patient education materials. Students will practice applications of appropriate technology for the design of professional presentations. Self-assessment, reflection and peer-assessment are required course components.
Corequisites:PT 669 - Psychosocial Issues in Physical Therapy
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PT 662 - Differential Diagnosis in Physical Therapy
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PT 648 - Health Care Delivery in Physical Therapy I
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PT 645 - Musculoskeletal Patient Management II
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PT 644 - Adult Neuromuscular Patient Management II
Prerequisites:PT 646 - Acute Care and Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
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PT 640 - Physical Therapy Interventions II
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PT 638 - Health, Wellness and Ergonomics in Physical Therapy
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PT 636 - Geriatrics/Gerontology for Physical Therapists
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PT 634 - Diagnostic Imaging for Physical Therapy
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PT 632 - Pharmacology for Physical Therapists
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PT 630 - Pathophysiology
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PT 626 - Clinical Agents
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PT 625 - Musculoskeletal Patient Management I
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PT 624 - Adult Neuromuscular Patient Management I
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PT 622 - Evidence Informed Practice II
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PT 620 - Physical Therapy Interventions I
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PT 618 - Foundations for Patient Management
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PT 614 - Neuroscience for Physical Therapy
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PT 608 - PT/Patient/Professional Interactions
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PT 606 - Therapeutic Measurements and Techniques
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PT 604 - Principles of Human Movement
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PT 602 - Evidence Informed Practice I
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PT 600 - Pathokinesiology
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BIO 633 - Human Gross Anatomy for Physical Therapists