Module #1 Introduction to Physical Therapy Overview of the physical therapy profession, role of physical therapy aides, and importance of physical therapy in healthcare
Module #2 Anatomy and Physiology Review Review of human anatomy and physiology, including musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and cardiovascular systems
Module #3 Medical Terminology Introduction to medical terminology, including prefixes, suffixes, and word roots used in physical therapy
Module #4 Physical Therapy Modalities Introduction to physical therapy modalities, including heat, cold, electricity, and light therapy
Module #5 Therapeutic Exercise Introduction to therapeutic exercise, including range of motion, strengthening, and flexibility exercises
Module #6 Patient Assessment and Documentation Introduction to patient assessment and documentation, including taking vital signs and recording patient data
Module #7 Patient Transfer and Ambulation Techniques for transferring and ambulating patients safely and effectively
Module #8 Body Mechanics and Posture Introduction to body mechanics and posture, including proper lifting techniques and body alignment
Module #9 Infection Control and Safety Importance of infection control and safety in the physical therapy setting
Module #10 Medical Emergencies and First Aid Response to medical emergencies, including CPR and first aid techniques
Module #11 Physical Therapy Equipment and Supplies Introduction to physical therapy equipment and supplies, including wheelchairs, walkers, and orthotics
Module #12 Therapeutic Activities and Modalities Introduction to therapeutic activities and modalities, including aquatic therapy and electrotherapy
Module #13 Rehabilitation and Treatment Plans Introduction to rehabilitation and treatment plans, including goal setting and outcome measurement
Module #14 Communication and Teamwork Importance of effective communication and teamwork in the physical therapy setting
Module #15 Cultural Competence and Diversity Importance of cultural competence and diversity in physical therapy practice
Module #16 HIPAA and Confidentiality Importance of patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations
Module #17 Geriatric and Pediatric Considerations Special considerations for geriatric and pediatric populations in physical therapy
Module #18 Neurological and Orthopedic Conditions Introduction to common neurological and orthopedic conditions seen in physical therapy
Module #19 Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Conditions Introduction to common cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions seen in physical therapy
Module #20 Wound Care and Management Introduction to wound care and management principles
Module #21 Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment Introduction to assistive technology and adaptive equipment used in physical therapy
Module #22 Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation Introduction to occupational therapy and rehabilitation principles
Module #23 Sports Medicine and Athletic Training Introduction to sports medicine and athletic training principles
Module #24 Professional Development and Licensure Importance of professional development and licensure for physical therapy aides
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Physical Therapy Aide career
