PTAS - Physical Therapist Assistant Real time course offerings are available Monday through Friday, from 6:00 AM (EST) to 3 AM (EST).The Schedule of Classes as published is available anytime.
PTAS-1140 - Life Span Development for PTA
2.00 credit hours
Prerequisite: Admission into the Physical Therapist Assistant program, and HHSC-1020, PTAS-1020, PTAS-1030, PTAS-1070, PTAS-1080, and PTAS-1090 Corequisite: PTAS-1150
(formerly PTA 114) This course provides basic knowledge of normal human development of movement and function from birth to death. Included are the physical, social, emotional and cognitive changes that occur with normal maturation throughout the life span. Also presented is an orientation to techniques of positive interaction skills for the physical therapist assistant student. Observational experiences in selected settings are provided. (2 contact hrs) Winter semester only.