Physical Therapy
Degrees and Certificates
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Curriculum
Courses
PTHED 1400: Independent Study in Physical Therapy Practice
Credits 2.0This course is designed to allow the student to be actively engaged in independent study of a topic of their choice after consultation with faculty. Student will analyze concepts and dynamics of the topic such as: ethical conflicts, certification issues, utilization, trends and patterns of practice, managed care issues, and roles of the PT with other healthcare providers. The student will utilize multiple resources to gather information on the topic including traditional evidence searches, professional interviews, and shadowing.
PTHED 1403: Clinical Application of Quantitative Gait Data in the Pediatric Population
Credits 1.0Expanding on concepts covered in Kinesiology II and Lifespan Human Development, this elective will offer advanced understanding on the biomechanical assessment of gait (3-D kinematics, kinetics, and electromyography). Emphasis will be placed on the application of quantitative gait data for (1) clinical decision making and (2) evaluating outcomes of intervention in children with orthopaedic and neuromuscular disorders. Students will meet weekly with faculty to understand how quantitative gait data is collected and interpreted. Lab sessions will review physical examination measures used for children and instrumentation for 3-D gait analysis. A site visit will also be included at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Chicago where students will participate in data collection on a patient and attend an intervention planning session with orthopaedic surgeons.
PTHED 1404: Introduction to Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Credits 1.0This course will offer an advanced understanding of the role of the female pelvic floor musculature and urinary incontinence. Students will meet weekly with faculty to increase their understanding of pelvic floor muscle exam, urinary incontinence and physical therapy interventions. Students will use a review of the literature to develop an examination and plan of care for patients presenting with urinary incontinence.
PTHED 1405: Research Elective
Credits 2.0The research elective is designed to allow the student to plan and participate in a research project under the supervision of Midwestern University Physical Therapy faculty. Students are expected to work relatively independently and to make a substantial contribution to the overall research design, project implementation, data analysis or communication of findings on the project. However, it is recognized that the student is not the person primarily responsible for the project and that the faculty mentor supervises the student in their work.
PTHED 1406: Biomechanical Foundations of Human Movement
Credits 2.0Expanding on concepts introduced in Kinesiology/Biomechanics I & II, this course provides students with an advanced account of the biomechanical factors underlying the coordination and control of movement. Emphasis is on the biomechanical methods for the analysis of human movement. A weekly lecture will highlight movement in terms of its kinetic, kinematic, and electromyographical aspects. Laboratory sessions will include introductions to motion analysis technology, force platforms, and electromyographic kinesiology.
PTHED 1407: Vestibular & Concussion Rehabilitation Elective
Credits 2.0This course will provide students with an expanded understanding management of patients with vestibular and concussion dysfunction. Students will meet weekly with faculty to discuss vestibular related diagnoses such BPPV, hypofunction, central disorders, and concussion. Teaching methods will include lecture, discussion, peer teaching, lab and experiential learning/observation.
PTHED 1409: Running: Movement Analysis, Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
Credits 2.0Students in this course will gain a greater understanding of the biomechanics and energetics of running as well as learn to perform dynamic gait analysis and basic running injury management techniques. Students will review the basic biomechanical principles underlying running and discuss how these may lead to running-related injuries. The metabolic, aerobic and anerobic demands of running and strategies to improve performance and limit injury related to cramping, overuse and improper biomechanics are presented through readings, lecture and discussion.
PTHED 1503: Clinical Problem Solving I
Credits 2.0This course introduces theoretical frameworks for clinical problem-solving and develops the student's level of clinical reasoning. Students analyze clinical problems by identifying critical cues, gathering information, developing hypotheses, testing hypotheses, and analyzing results. The concept of evidence-based practice is introduced to students as part of the clinical reasoning process. Accessing, organizing, using, and citing healthcare literature, assessing levels of evidence, and mapping clinical concepts are applied to physical therapist practice.
PTHED 1509: Medical Terminology
Credits 0.5This course provides a basic introduction to medical terminology with a focus on body systems. Students complete 13 online self-study modules that incorporate recognition and assessment of medical terms. Assessment of student learning occurs through a series of 13 self-paced quizzes. This course is required early in the curriculum to facilitate communication in subsequent courses and clinical assignments.
PTHED 1511: Biopsychosocial Issues in Healthcare
Credits 3.0This course is designed to introduce the student to 1) the biopsychosocial model of health, introducing the WHO International Classification of Disability, Functioning and Health (ICF) model, and 2) the patient-centered model of healthcare service delivery. Students will explore the basics of the patient-provider relationship, including effective communication, empathy, patient motivation, enhancing patient adherence, and encouraging healthy behaviors. Within the patient-centered care model, special emphasis will be given to working with individuals who have a disability, across the life span. The importance of a family-centered care approach in working with children and consideration of caregiver issues will be addressed.
PTHED 1512: Health Professionalism
Credits 2.0This course provides an introduction to professional behavior, healthcare systems, issues in healthcare delivery, and healthcare team members. The perspective of the patient/client is emphasized. Principles of confidentiality, professional ethics, standards of practice, patient rights, and the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice are discussed.
PTHED 1513: Physical Therapy Roles and Professional Issues I
Credits 2.0This course introduces the multiple roles of the physical therapist across the healthcare delivery system as a patient care provider, educator, supervisor, and culturally competent professional. Implications of these roles for physical therapy practice are discussed. Current issues in physical therapist practice: regulation and healthcare payment, legal and ethical standards, supervision, and standards of practice are analyzed. The role of the physical therapy professional association in on-going professional development is discussed.
PTHED 1514: Education Principles for Physical Therapists
Credits 3.0This course provides the foundation for systematically designing, implementing and evaluating learning experiences used in the education of patients, students, colleagues, community members, and self. Students will gain knowledge in the role of the healthcare professional in education, principles of learning, teaching and learning modules, learning needs, goals setting, writing behavioral objectives, instructional strategies, strategies for group facilitation, patient and family education, and teaching in both the clinical and academic settings.
PTHED 1515: Research Design and Methodology
Credits 3.0This course is a basic introduction to research design and methodology. It is intended to teach students the basic principles of the research process. Topics covered in this course will enable students to critically evaluate papers in clinical and basic science research. This course consists of a shared interprofessional lecture session and a separate workshop session for the PT students. Within the PT Workshop, students will integrate content learned from the main session and apply it to issues pertinent to physical therapy practice.
PTHED 1520: Human Physiology
Credits 4.0Students are introduced to the physiological principles and regulatory processes that support the normal function of human body systems. Topics include the function of the following systems: nervous, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, endocrine, genitourinary, and gastrointestinal. The interaction between and among systems for normal function in relation to maintenance of homeostasis will be discussed throughout the course. Perturbations of homeostasis and pathophysiologic alterations will be introduced with an emphasis on physical therapy related sequelae.
PTHED 1521: Preparation for Clinical Education I
Credits 1.5This course is the first of two courses in the Preparation for Clinical Education series. In a controlled safe environment with simulated and real-life patients, students practice skills in communication, time management, patient evaluation and intervention, infection control/standard precautions, mobility training, and patient education. This course provides opportunities to appreciate the perspective of patients/families on changes in health and healthcare delivery. Students are oriented to and plan for Practicum I, a three-week full-time supervised clinical practice in a healthcare environment.
PTHED 1527: Clinical Conditions I
Credits 4.0This course introduces students to general pathology including environmental and genetic causes of disease as well as molecular, cellular, organ and whole body effects of common disorders. Speakers discuss the diagnosis and medical and surgical management of patients with common disorders seen in physical therapy practice. In addition, the course introduces students to medical imaging theory and application.
PTHED 1532: Human Neuroscience
Credits 3.5The first of two neuroscience courses, this course develops students' ability to identify and describe the principal structural components and corresponding functions of the nervous system. Emphasis is on the nervous system structures and processes which support perception and action including somatosensation, visual, auditory, and vestibular systems, and spinal, sub-cortical, and cortical roles in the coordination and control of movement. Students will begin to relate structural components with function and correlate lesions in sensory and motor systems with neurological deficits seen in clinical practice.
PTHED 1545: Life Span Human Development
Credits 3.5Inter-relationships of physical, psychological, and social development across the life span are examined and related to physical therapy patient management. Development of functional movement and of the body systems supporting movement are analyzed. Standardized motor and functional assessment instruments for specific age groups are reviewed and selected tests administered. Students design wellness/fitness programs for infants, children, adolescents and older adults.
PTHED 1552: Health Promotion I
Credits 2.0This course will provide a conceptual framework for health promotion and disease/injury prevention which includes an interprofessional model to provide optimal health for people, animal, plant and environmental health. The foundation for the conceptual framework is built on public health policy and basic epidemiological principles. Course content focuses on definitions of health promotion and disease/injury prevention, risk and its relation to disease, assessment of risk, interventions to minimize risk/promote health, constraints to health education programming and compliance issues, health promotion and disease/injury prevention issues after disabiity and evaluation of health promotion and disease/injury prevention programs.
PTHED 1565: Physical Therapy Interventions I
Credits 2.0This course covers the design, implementation, and modification of basic interventions for existing/potential mobility problems at both the impairment and disability levels. Selected principles of and techniques for body mechanics, patient handling, positioning and draping, bed mobility, transfers, gait, wheelchair prescription and mobility, positional/transitional equipment use, bandaging, range-of-motion exercise, and soft tissue treatment are addressed.
PTHED 1566: Physical Therapy Interventions II
Credits 3.0This course continues the series of courses focused on intervention strategies and provides students with the theoretical principles and skills of therapeutic exercise and joint mobilization. Course content includes isometric, isotonic, isokinetic, eccentric and concentric strengthening activities; active and passive stretching, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF); principles of musculoskeletal treatment, joint mobilization, and relaxation/mindfulness.
PTHED 1577: Physical Therapy Evaluation I
Credits 4.0This course provides the foundation for physical therapy evaluation including history, systems review, tests/measures, prognosis, differential diagnosis, physical therapy impression, identification of patient problems, goals and intervention plans. Students gain skill in patient questioning and history taking, examination of pain, vital signs, posture, palpation skill, anthropometric and goniometric measurement, manual muscle strength testing, sensory examination and documentation skills.
PTHED 1578: Physical Therapy Evaluation II
Credits 4.0This course builds on the principles introduced in Physical Therapy Evaluation I, focusing on the identification of dysfunction in specific regions of the body including the upper and lower limbs, the spine, pelvis and the temporomandibular joint using special tests, joint examination procedures, strength testing devices, functional assessment and neurovascular evaluation. Students select appropriate special tests and examination procedures to identify musculoskeletal diagnoses.
PTHED 1582: Kinesiology/Biomechanics I
Credits 3.0This course addresses the recognition, description and analysis of the components of normal movement in static and dynamic activities, applying basic theories of mechanics of normal tissue, structure and properties of connective tissue, and general joint relationships. Normal joint mechanics for the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand, and interrelationships between the anatomical structure and the normal kinematic behavior of joints are discussed. Theories of motor learning and motor control influencing activity of the musculoskeletal system are introduced. Lecture, lab, and movement analysis project facilitate learning.
PTHED 1584: Kinesiology/Biomechanics II
Credits 3.0This course is a continuation of the principles and theories introduced in Kinesiology/Biomechanics I. Students will be able to recognize and describe basic theories of mechanics and the components of normal movement in static and dynamic states as it relates to the spine, temporomandibular joint, lower extremity, and gait activities. Course content includes the interrelationships between anatomical structure and normal kinematic behavior of joints, muscle function, and human gait. Also, foundations for analyzing and identifying the components of gait are covered.
PTHED 1601: Cardiopulmonary Evaluation and Treatment
Credits 3.0This course will provide students with a comprehensive background in the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems. These concepts, along with general principles of physical therapy intervention, will then form the basis for physical therapy management of people with cardiopulmonary (CP) disorders. Issues such as the effect of exercise training on the CP system and contraindications for PT are presented and discussed.
PTHED 1602: Essentials of Pharmacology for Physical Therapists
Credits 2.0This course introduces students to pharmacological intervention in patient management. The course describes basic drug-receptor interactions, dose-response curves and absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, and storage of drugs within the body.
PTHED 1605: Clinical Problem Solving II
Credits 2.0This course is designed to reinforce and enhance the reasoning process used to make clinical decisions. The course includes in depth analysis of planning the history gathering process, planning the tests and measures including a formal functional outcome assessment, forming a physical therapy impression, developing an intervention plan and re-evaluation plan as applied to a patient with a musculoskeletal condition. Communication to physicians regarding clinical impressions is also included.
PTHED 1607: Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy I
Credits 1.0This course consists of participation and presentation in a "professional" journal club related to physical therapy. The course meets once/quarter starting in the first spring, and runs through the second winter of the program. Journal club meetings consist of review and discussion sessions of scientific evidence (journal articles) led by students. The journal club provides exposure to a variety of research designs.
PTHED 1608: Orthotics
Credits 2.0This course introduces students to the use of orthoses to improve function as a result of impairment of the upper extremity, lower extremity, or spine. Components, materials, design, fabrication, fitting, alignment, prescription, training, and total patient management are discussed. Emphasis is placed on lower extremity orthotics, development of basic analytical and psychomotor skills for adapting tools, equipment, environments, and activities to enhance function as well as design and fabrication of orthoses.
PTHED 1622: Preparation for Clinical Education II
Credits 1.0This course continues discussion of concepts of written and oral professional communication and provides opportunities for practice of skills in communication, time management, supervision and delegation, patient evaluation, infection control/universal precautions, cardiopulmonary resuscitation/first aid, mobility training, and patient education in simulated physical therapy practice environments. It also provides the opportunity to appreciate the perspective of patients/families.
PTHED 1628: Clinical Conditions II
Credits 3.0Students learn about the medical management of central nervous system, cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders as well as other common conditions. Risk factors, clinical signs and symptoms and differential diagnoses are some of the issues addressed. Lectures are combined with weekly problem-based learning sessions to promote critical thinking and an evidence-based approach to treatment.
PTHED 1633: Applied Neuroscience
Credits 3.0This second course in neuroscience develops students' ability to understand the clinical relevance and applications of neuroscience to physical therapy. Topics include neuropharmacology, autonomic nervous system, limbic system, higher cortical functions such as cognition, memory, and learning, and neuroplasticity and motor learning. Neural control of locomotion, balance, and coordination are considered. Theories of motor control are introduced and discussed along with foundational concepts in neuroscience to inform directives for physical therapy examination and treatment interventions.
PTHED 1638: Physical Agents I
Credits 3.0This course addresses the theoretical principles of physiological and neurophysiological changes that occur as a result of the application of physical modalities. Students will develop skill in application of these modalities including superficial/deep heating agents, cold agents, light therapies and external compression. Content includes manipulation of agent parameters in order to perform an effective and efficient treatment given patient variables. In addition, the course addresses the evaluation and care of the integument system including wound care and lymphatic conditions.
PTHED 1639: Physical Agents II
Credits 3.0This course is a continuation of Physical Agents I addressing application of additional physical agents, and introducing electrotherapeutic modalities that are used in physical therapy practice. Electrotherapy for muscle strengthening, improved function, motor control, pain management and surface electromyography is discussed with emphasis on manipulation of equipment parameters for safe and effective application of these modalities. Electrophysiologic evaluation in physical therapy practice is introduced as well as basic principles of aquatic therapy.
PTHED 1667: Physical Therapy Interventions III
Credits 3.0This is the third course in the Physical Therapy Intervention series. This course builds on the principles of developing intervention plans of therapeutic exercise and/or non-thrust joint mobilization previously introduced in Physical Therapy Interventions II. This course applies those principles to areas of the body not previously covered including the spinal, temporomandibular, pelvic and lower extremity joints. In addition, clinical conditions affecting these areas of the body will be discussed as they relate to developing physical therapy intervention plans.
PTHED 1681: Neurologic Evaluation and Treatment: Adult I
Credits 5.0This is the first of three courses introducing the assessment and treatment of impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions in persons with neurologic dysfunction. This course focuses on adults with CVA, TBI, PD or vestibular disorders. Using a motor control framework and the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, students will learn to select, perform, interpret, and modify examination procedures and evidence-based interventions, techniques, and compensatory strategies in the attainment of functional goals.
PTHED 1682: Neurologic Evaluation and Treatment: Pediatrics
Credits 4.0This is the second of three courses introducing students to the assessment and treatment of impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions in patients with neurologic dysfunction. This course focuses on children with hypertonia (cerebral palsy), hypotonia (Down's syndrome), and spinal cord injury (myelomeningocele). Students will learn, select, perform, interpret, and modify age-appropriate examination procedures, as well as, intervention strategies within a family-centered environment. Lecture, lab, a clinical observation experience, and a group case project will facilitate learning.
PTHED 1685: Practicum I
Credits 3.0This course is a three-week, full-time, supervised clinical experience in a healthcare environment. Students practice skills in communication, patient evaluation and management, infection control/standard precautions, and patient education.
PTHED 1686: Practicum II
Credits 11.0This course is a ten week, full-time, supervised clinical practice in a healthcare environment. Students earn 1 credit for each 40 hour week of clinic work. The course includes a project on serving underserved populations and/or cultural competence in healthcare. Students earn 1 credit for the project.
PTHED 1703: Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy II
Credits 1.0Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy II is a third year DPT course in a two-part scholarly development sequence that begins with the identification and completion of a scholarly project. The scholarly project may be an experimental design research project, a systematic review, an advanced case report, or a regular case report. The second course in this sequence, Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy III, will focus on dissemination of scholarly products related to the project, mainly an evidence-based, detailed and publishable quality manuscript and an oral presentation similar to a research presentation given at a professional conference.
Students will have the opportunity to apply for the project of their highest priority during the Winter quarter of the first year. For the experimental design projects, the systematic reviews and the advanced case reports, students will work under the guidance of the faculty advisor beginning in the first winter quarter. For the regular case report, students are expected to meet with their faculty advisors prior to going on practicum II (PTHED 1686) regarding selection of a patient and expectations of the case report. Students will write the experimental design project, systematic review or case report (advanced and regular) with the assistance of the faculty advisor who will edit and advise the student(s).
Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy II will consist of the completion of the scholarly project with a full draft of the manuscript. Additional preliminary drafts are expected as part of the feedback process.
PTHED 1704: Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy III
Credits 1.0Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy III is the second course in a two-part scholarly development sequence that begins with the identification and completion of a scholarly project. The scholarly project may be an experimental design research project, a systematic review, an advanced case report, or a regular case report. The second course in this sequence, Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy III, will focus on preparation and dissemination of scholarly products related to the project, mainly an evidence-based, detailed and publishable quality manuscript and an oral presentation similar to a research presentation given at a professional conference.
In this course, students will complete the final, publishable quality manuscript for the experimental design project, systematic review or case report (advanced and regular) with the assistance of the faculty advisor who will edit and advise the student(s). In addition, students will develop a professional-level oral presentation and deliver the presentation to the PT Program faculty and their peers.
The teaching and evaluation methods used in this course include independent study, written manuscript for case report, systematic review or experimental design project, an oral presentation, and self and peer assessment of the oral presentation.
PTHED 1708: Scholarly Development in Physical Therapy II
Credits 2.0Students develop an evidence-based, detailed, and publishable quality manuscript for either an experimental design project, a systematic review, or case report. For the experimental design projects and the systematic reviews, students will work under the guidance of the faculty advisor beginning in the winter quarter of the first year. For the case report, students meet with their faculty advisor prior to Practicum II regarding selection of a patient and expectations of the report. After the final written report is accepted, projects are presented orally as either a platform or poster presentation.
PTHED 1709: Clinical Problem Solving III
Credits 2.0This is the last course in a 3 course series, designed to reinforce and enhance the reasoning process used to make clinical decisions. In this course, clinical problem solving and patient management decisions focus on children and adults who present with complex medical conditions. To facilitate knowledge synthesis and application, this course will include complex patient cases requiring online and in-class activities, critical appraisal of evidence, and the development of a plan for successful completion of the NPTE exam.
PTHED 1711: Prosthetics
Credits 2.0This course introduces students to the use of upper and lower extremity prostheses. Components, materials, design, fitting, alignment, prescription, training, and total patient management are discussed. Emphasis is placed on lower extremity prostheses, development of basic analytical and psychomotor skills for adapting tools, equipment, environments, and activities to enhance function. A combination of lecture, discussion, laboratory, and group projects are used to achieve the course objectives.
PTHED 1715: Physical Therapy Roles and Professional Issues II
Credits 3.0This is the second of two courses which facilitate the student's understanding of the roles of the physical therapist and current professional issues. This course builds on previous coursework in patient/client management, educational principles, management and supervision, and administration, Preparation for Clinical Education I and II as well as Practica I and II. Focus is on the role of the physical therapist as a supervisor, a consultant, clinical educator and contributor to the professional body of knowledge. The impact of a variety of professional issues on healthcare and physical therapy practice are discussed. Issues related to the transition from the professional preparation program to clinical practice are discussed.
PTHED 1746: Topics in Pediatric Physical Therapy
Credits 2.0This course introduces principles of physical therapy practice with children and expands on pediatric physical therapy patient/client management introduced in earlier courses. This course will cover topics relevant to pediatric practice in three broad areas: pediatric settings (NICU, El, school, outpatient rehabilitation), laws governing pediatric practice (IDEA parts B & C), and management of conditions frequently seen by pediatric physical therapists. The course will focus on the comprehensive physical therapy management of children who present with: juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, osteogenesis imperfecta, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, torticollis, brachial plexus injury, genetic disorders, orthopedic conditions, and pediatric sports injuries. Lectures, labs, case studies, and group projects facilitate learning in this course.
PTHED 1747: Human Anatomy II
Credits 3.0This lab based course will examine, in detail, the anatomical structures of the extremities, head and trunk. Bones, joint structures, muscles, nerves and vessels and their relationship to joint movement and function will be emphasized. Information about these structures and their function will be applied to clinical issues that relate to human movement, structural impairment and physical therapy assessment and treatment. Self-directed learning is an expectation of this course.
PTHED 1750: Topics in Physical Therapy Practice
Credits 3.0This course addresses practice issues in three broad categories. Principles of critical inquiry are applied to clinical decision making skills when evaluating different approaches to physical therapy. Students research and present the strengths and weaknesses of varied approaches (i.e., kinesiotaping, rolfing, Tai Chi, ASTYM, ankle and knee bracing, etc.). The second category explores practice issues related to industrial medicine, women's health, pelvic floor dysfunction, chronic pain and joint replacement. The third category discusses evaluation and intervention for older adults.
PTHED 1751: Management in Physical Therapy Systems
Credits 3.0This is the first of two courses devoted to management in physical therapy settings. The course provides a foundation in healthcare environments and delivery systems, personnel management, organizational structures and systems, supervision, leadership, fiscal management, reimbursement and documentation, sales and marketing, legal issues, risk management and outcomes measurement and management.
PTHED 1770: Advanced Musculoskeletal Evaluation and Treatment
Credits 4.0This is the final course addressing advanced issues in individuals with musculoskeletal dysfunction. This course builds on previous content and unites evaluation and intervention of patients with complex spinal and extremity musculoskeletal problems including pre- and post-surgical situations. Course content will also promote application of concepts introduced earlier the curriculum including pain science, pharmacology and imaging to advance clinical decision making and evaluation and intervention planning. Additional course content includes task specific performance evaluation and training, return to play decision making, and health and wellness and fitness screening.
PTHED 1781: Neurologic Evaluation and Treatment: Adult II
Credits 3.0This final course in the neurologic evaluation and treatment series continues the focus on the assessment and treatment of impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions in adults with neurologic dysfunction. Management of persons with spinal cord injury, cerebellar dysfunction, progressive neurological disorders, and headaches/concussion symptoms is discussed. Application of examination and treatment process will be considered through a case scenario format. Students will be expected to develop and execute treatments for patients with dysfunction.
PTHED 1787: Practicum III
Credits 12.0This course is a ten-week, full-time, supervised clinical practice in a healthcare environment. Students earn 1 credit for each 40 hour week of clinic work. The course includes an independent study component that utilizes evidence based practice to answer a clinical question. Students earn 1 credit for the evidence based practice project. For either Practicum III or Practicum IV, this course will also include a written reflection regarding interprofessional practice within clinical education.
PTHED 1788: Practicum IV
Credits 12.0This course is a ten-week, full-time, supervised clinical practice in a healthcare environment. Students earn 1 credit for each 40 hour week of clinic work. The course includes an independent study component that utilizes evidence based practice to answer a clinical question. Students earn 1 credit for the evidence based practice project. For either Practicum III or Practicum IV, this course will also include a written reflection regarding interprofessional practice within clinical education.