Recent SemestersSpring 2026Class Size24 studentsCredits4PrerequisitePTA 7, PTA 7L, PTA 8, and PTA 8L with a grade of C or higher Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course will provide students with the opportunity to observe and participate in patient care as directed by a clinical instructor. Students will be placed in a clinical setting for a full time (40 hrs/wk), eight-week clinical experience where they will apply knowledge and skills learned in semesters one, two and three of the PTA Program. Students will provide care as directed by a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant for uncomplicated and complicated patients with the degree of supervision and guidance based on the patient and the environment. (CSU transferable)