TransfermaticPTA at College of the Canyons

    PTA 201L - PHYSICAL AGENTS LAB

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    Credits
    1.5
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Provides hands-on instruction in the application of selected therapeutic modalities. Students will learn the basic techniques for using ultrasound, ice/heat, electrotherapy, laser light therapy, biofeedback, soft tissue mobilization, manual/mechanical traction, and hydrotherapy. Emphasis placed on patient safety and the importance of infection control. Universal precautions and infection control procedures are presented with each modality. Laboratory component of PTA-201. Admission to Physical Therapist Assistant program is required. Continued on the next page. Santa Clarita Community College District 252 CREDIT PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTIONS PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT