Department of Nursing and Allied Health Technology
THERAPEUTIC HEALTH SERVICES
Prepare to join the rapidly expanding job market of therapeutic health. You will be helping people to improve body function, mobility, and general well-being in these highly interactive careers.
Program: Physical Therapy Aide Letter of Recognition
This course work prepares students to work as physical therapy aides in hospitals, private practice, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation units, or nursing homes. Content includes basic patient care and patient handling, the role of the physical therapy aide, effective communication, workplace safety, knowledge of medical terminology, and basic physical therapy aide skills.
Program Description & Courses
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Specific admissions requirements
Students are required to provide proof of immunization status, a completed health form, and a criminal background check at the student’s expense. Students may be required to provide proof of health insurance and a negative drug screen at the request of agencies and at the student’s expense.
Professional organization resources and certification information
Is Certification Important to your employer?
That is a preference of each organization, but many make certification a requirement for employment-or may give hiring preference to applicants who are certified over those who are not.
Designated Health Manpower Shortage Program
Not applicable.