DPT 6201 - Professional Foundations

Credits: 2 hrs

This course provides a framework for the development of professional behaviors and expectations by providing the student with learning experiences concerning concepts related to the history and development of physical therapy as a profession. Emphasis will be placed on the historical development of physical therapy practice, concepts related to professionalism including those related to the delivery of culturally competent physical therapy services and legal and ethical standards of practice. This course will also include a fundamental medical terminology module and will introduce new physical therapist students to the fundamentals of documentation. Lastly this course will include components of team building and leadership.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to Physical Therapy Program