PTA 21 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM I

    Recent Professors
    J. McCormick
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    PTA 7, PTA 7L, PTA 8, and PTA 8L with a grade of C or higher
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This 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)