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Oct 23, 2026
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PTAC 1040 - Introduction to Physical Therapist Assisting (Lab)
Credits: 2
Catalog Description
The course covers basic patient handling and physical therapy skills. It includes lab practice of body mechanics, posture, draping and positioning, transfers, joint range of motion, goniometry, ambulation with assistive devices, wheelchair operations, vital signs, wound care, and infection control. A problem-solving focus will be used throughout the program. The course includes individual testing for competency in skills. Testing will occur outside scheduled lab time.
Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better): Admission to the PTA Program
Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: ENGL 1120 or ENGL 1121 , BIOL 1102 , CMST 1110 , CMST 2215 , or CMST 2220 to obtain college-level skills in English, writing, communication, and medical terminology.
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate competency of the following physical therapy interventions and data collection skills: posture observation, vital signs, positioning and draping, passive range of motion, goniometry, transfers, body mechanics, gait training with assistive devices, wound care, and wheelchair/anthropometric measurements.
- Demonstrate competency in infection control practices, including sterile technique.
- Identify how to appropriately document all PT interventions and data collection skills practiced.
- Participate in lab and demonstrate a willingness to work with a variety of students and instructors.
- Demonstrate professionalism during skills testing through effective communication and consideration of patient’s differences, preferences, and needs.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Infection Control
- Posture and body mechanics
- Draping and positioning, bed mobility, and transfers
- Vital signs
- Ambulation with assistive devices
- Wheelchair operation and anthropometric measurements
- Range of motion (ROM) and goniometry
- Wound care and sterile technique
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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