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PTA209: Orthopedics for the Physical Therapist Assistant – 5 credits

Response of human bone and soft tissue to injury. Orthopedic and medical management and physical therapy interventions for common injuries of the extremities and spine. Common orthopedic surgeries. Joint mobilization techniques. Body mechanics and therapeutic exercise programs. Documentation procedures. Perform physical therapy interventions including relevant data collection in a time efficient manner following the plan of care established by the supervising physical therapist. Communicate effectively with patients and the supervising physical therapist. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PTA101, PTA103, PTA104, and PTA203) or permission of the Program Director.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
19459
GateWay
Online
Online
8/24 – 12/17
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
  • J. Washington
Open
17 of 20 seats available
  • Costs include PTA Course Fee: $100.00
  • Lab class meets on Fridays from 11:00-5:00 p.m. 8/28, 10/02, and 11/06
    Lab class meets on Saturdays & Sundays from 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 8/29-8/30, 10/03-10/04, 11/07-11/08
    Class 19459 costs include PTA Course Fee: $100
    Lab notes: Students enrolling in class 19459 must also enroll in one of the following labs:
    Class 19460 held Fri from 11:00AM to 5:00PM at CH 2119 (J. Washington)
    Class 19461 held Fri from 11:00AM to 5:00PM at CH 2119A (E. Noel)