Learn entry-level rehabilitation and therapy procedures including body systems so you can work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. Internship hours will require daytime availability of 24 hours which may be approved for meeting the Craven Community College Physical Therapy Assistant admissions requirement. Course cost consists of tuition/insurance fees.
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Available Classes
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May 22 – Jul 25
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$196.60
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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:
05/22/24 - 07/24/24
Wed 12p - 4p
ON
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
05/23/24 - 07/25/24
Thur 1:30p - 5p
Perdue Hall, Room 101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
06/22/24 - 07/20/24
Sat 12p - 5p
Perdue Hall, Room 101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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