3 credits, 45 contact hours of lecture | Offered: Fall Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into PTA Program. Corequisite(s):PHT 1200L, PHT 1175C, PHT 1224C, PHT 2301. Required Grade: Pass with a C or better This course introduces the student to the clinical skills required to function as a physical therapist assistant. Topics will address data collection and intervention application common in all physical therapy environments. Course includes an introduction to basic patient care and handling, mobility concepts, safety aspects and physical agents/modalities.