Medical >> Physical Therapy Aide
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This is an 80-hour comprehensive program
which prepares students for the growing
field of Physical Therapy. Physical Therapy
Aides work under the direction, supervision
of physical therapists that help patients that
are recovering from injuries and illnesses to
regain movement and manage pain. Job opportunities are in rehabilitation and out-patient centers, hospitals, and sports medicine
clinics. This program will cover basic anatomy, patient care and clerical functions, an
overview of medical law and ethics, infection control, patient prep and positioning,
therapeutic modalities, and medical terminology. Students are encouraged to prepare
and take the AMCA (American Medical
Certification Association) exam and perform a 20 hour externship in a related work
setting. Textbooks and exam fees are not
included in tuition. $899
PREREQUISITE: High school/state diploma, postsecondary diploma, certificate, or
transcript; and acceptable score on Pre-Entrance test (Reading).
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