Pathway Information
- Total Credits | 68
- Pathway Result | Associate in Applied Science
- Program Code | AAS.PTA
- Special Notes |
- Completion of all prerequisite courses listed on the Curriculum Guide with a minimum grade of “C” with the exception of Anatomy and Physiology courses which require a minimum grade of “B-“.
- BIO141 and BIO 142 must be taken at the same school.
Pathway Course Sequence
Semester 1 | 18 Credits
- ALH.100 Medical Terminology (2 Credits) ^
- BIO.138 Human Anatomy and Physiology (6 Credits) ^
- COM.101 Fundamentals of Communication (3 Credits) ^ OR
- COM.257 Public Speaking (3 Credits) ^
- ENG.111 Freshman English Composition (3 Credits) ^
- PSY.101 Introduction to Psychology (3 Credits) ^
- PTA.101 Orientation to Physical Therapy (1 Credit) ^
Semester 2 | 9.5 Credits
- PTA.102 Introduction to Patient Care (1 Credit) ^
- PTA.105 Biophysical Agents (1 Credit) ^
- PTA.106 Biophysical Agents Lab (2 Credits) ^
- PTA.110 Therapeutic Exercise (1 Credit) ^
- PTA.111 Therapeutic Exercise Lab (2 Credits) ^
- PTA.115 Clinical Kinesiology (1.5 Credits) ^
- PTA.116 Clinical Kinesiology Lab (1 Credit) ^
Semester 3 | 14 Credits
- PHY 101 Introductory Physics (3 Credits) ^
- PTA 125 Assessment Techniques (1 Credit) ^
- PTA 126 Assessment Techniques Lab (2 Credits) ^
- PTA 130 Advanced Therapeutic Exercise (2 Credits) ^
- PTA 131 Advanced Therapeutic Exercise Lab (2 Credits) ^
- PTA 140 Clinic I (4 Credit) ^
Semester 4 | 11.5 Credits
- MAT 104 Basic Algebra (3 Credits) ^
- PTA 205 Biophysical Agents II (2 Credits) ^
- PTA 206 Biophysical Agents II Lab (1.5 Credits) ^
- PTA 207 Rehabilitation Techniques (1.5 Credits) ^
- PTA 208 Rehabilitation Techniques Lab (1.5 Credits) ^
- PTA 201 Prosthetics/Orthotics (0.5 Credits) ^
- PTA 202 Prosthetics/Orthotics Lab (0.5 Credits) ^
- PTA 203 Cardiopulmonary (0.5 Credits) ^
- PTA 204 Cardiopulmonary Lab (0.5 Credits) ^
Semester 5 | 15 Credits
- PTA 210 Clinical Forum (3 Credits) ^
- PTA 240 Clinic II (12 Credits) ^
Additional Pathway Information
What's a pathway?
A pathway is a course sequence designed to help you explore interests and complete program of study requirements efficiently and affordably. You can explore more about specific courses in Self-Service.
Can I customize a pathway?
Pathways can be customized to meet your specific needs. Courses designated by a '^' are required and cannot be changed.
How do I create my pathway?
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Last Reviewed: March 2024
