PTA 235 Neurological Rehabilitation

Lecture: 3 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 5

This course covers neurological and neuromuscular conditions experienced throughout the life span. Topics include the pathology of selected conditions and the methods and rationales of various treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss etiology, signs, symptoms, complications, and prognoses of various conditions and implement components of a comprehensive treatment program.

Pre-requisite(s): PTA 255.
Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Analyze the disease processes and the management of various neurological conditions on written examinations with an average score of at least 75%.
Apply safe and effective physical therapy management to simulated patients during practical examinations with an average score of at least 80% according to the grading rubric.
Develop major written papers using professional research with an average score of at least 70% according to the grading rubric.
Demonstrate employability skills for all aspects of the course with an average score of at least 70% according to the grading rubric.