This course is designed to provide entry-level education and training to perform routine physical therapy aide tasks. The class will cover an overview of the physical therapy profession, the role of the physical therapy aide, and associated career opportunities. Topics include: medical terminology, patient charts, musculoskeletal anatomy, thermal and electrical modalities, ambulating techniques, spine safety, range of motion exercises, strengthening and cardiovascular exercise, massage, facility cleanliness, interpersonal skills, and ethics. Physical therapy aides are not required to be licensed by the NC Board of Physical Therapy Examiners but must work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.
Meeting times and locations:
02/03/25 - 04/28/25 Mon 12p - 4p
Perdue Hall, Room 00118
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
02/08/25 - 04/26/25 Sat 12p - 2:30p
ON
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
02/28/25 - 03/21/25 Fri 12p - 6p
Perdue Hall, Room 00118
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Wait list information
This course has a wait list. Please email Workforce Development at wfdreg@cravencc.edu to request to be added to the wait list. Be sure to mention which course you are interested in.
Online registration not allowed
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