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In our Physical Therapy Aide Specialist program, you will learn all the skills needed to begin a career as a physical therapy aide. You will learn what physical therapy includes, identify the responsibilities of a physical therapy aide, and cultivate a working knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.
Medical Terminology
Quickly master the basics of medical terminology and begin speaking and writing terms almost immediately! This course omits time-consuming, nonessential information and helps you build a working medical vocabulary of the most frequently encountered suffixes, prefixes, and word roots. Medical terms are introduced in the context of human anatomy and physiology to help you understand exactly what they mean, and case studies, vignettes, and activities demonstrate how medical terms are used in practice.
Prerequisite(s): None
Physical Therapy Aide
The work of a physical therapy aide is real and valued. The physical therapy aide keeps a clinic running safely and smoothly. A physical therapy aide handles daily tasks that let licensed team members focus on care, they help patients move, prepare treatment areas, and watch for anything unusual and report it. Our course defines physical therapy, its purpose in patient recovery and describes the responsibilities of a physical therapy aide.
Prerequisite(s): None
** Course Subject to Change.
Medical Terminology
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Identify how to gain and understand the basic word structure in medical terminology
- Recognize how to relate the medical terms to the structure and function of the human body
- Identify body systems, body cavities, and planes of the body
- Define words by dividing them into their component parts
- Recall the terminology used with medical specialists and case reports
Physical Therapy Aide
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Define physical therapy and describe its purpose in patient recovery
- Identify medical terminology and its role in physical therapy
- Recall safety protocols, infection control and emergency procedures
- Recognize mobility assistance and transportation protocols
- Describe conditions and treatment plans
Medical Terminology
Medical Terminology Module 1
Basic Word Structure
- Word Analysis
- Combining Forms
- Suffixes & Prefixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 2
Organization of the Body
- Body Systems and Cavities
- Divisions of the Back
- Planes of the Body
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 3
Suffixes
- Introduction to Suffixes
- Suffixes and Terminology
- Diagnostic & Procedural Suffixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 4
Prefixes
- Combining Forms & Prefixes
- Prefixes and Terminology
- Define Common Prefixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 5
Medical Specialists & Case Reports
- Medical Specialists
- Combining Forms & Vocabulary
- Case Reports & Terminology
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 6
Body Systems – Part 1
- Cardiovascular System
- Digestive System
- Endocrine System
- Female Reproductive System
- Lymphatic System
Medical Terminology Module 7
Body Systems – Part 2
- Male Reproductive System
- Musculoskeletal System
- Nervous System
- Respiratory System
- Skin & Sense Organs
- Urinary System
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Physical Therapy Aide
Physical Therapy Aide Module 1
Physical Therapy Profession
- Why Physical Therapy Matters
- Who is the Physical Therapy Aide?
- PT Aide vs. PT vs. PTA
- Where PT Aides Work
- Physical Therapy Care Team
- Working with Departments and Providers
- How Patients Enter and Move Through the Care System
Physical Therapy Aide Module 2
Scope of Practice and Medical Terminology
- Ethics in Healthcare Support Roles
- Professional Boundaries
- Patient Relationships
- Workplace Professionalism Standards
- Recognizing and Reporting Ethical Concerns
- Medical Language
- Musculoskeletal System
- Nervous System and Movement
- Directional Terms and Body Positions
Physical Therapy Aide Module 3
Communication Skills
- Professional Communication
- Active Listening and Nonverbal Cues
- Communicating with Patients and Families
- Cultural Awareness and Communication Barriers
- Handling Difficult Situations and Escalating Concerns
Physical Therapy Aide Module 4
Safety, Infection Control and Emergency Procedures
- Standard Precautions and Infection Control
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Body Mechanics and Injury Prevention
- Workplace and Equipment Safety
- Recognizing and Responding to Emergencies
Physical Therapy Aide Module 5
Patient Transport, Positioning and Mobility Assistance
- Principles of Safe Patient Handling
- Wheelchair and Gait Belt Use
- Transfer Techniques
- Positioning Patients for Treatment
- Assisting with Ambulation and Mobility Devices
Physical Therapy Aide Module 6
Therapeutic Equipment, Modalities and Treatment Environment
- Common Physical Therapy Environment
- Understanding Therapeutic Modalities
- Preparing and Maintaining the Treatment Area
- Equipment Cleaning, Maintenance and Safety Checks
Physical Therapy Aide Module 7
Administrative Duties
- Patient Documentation
- HIPAA and Protecting Patient Privacy
- Scheduling and Front-Office Duties
- Insurance and Billing Basics
- Recordkeeping and Supply Management
- Working with Pediatric Patients
- Working with Geriatric Patients
- Supporting Orthopedic Patients
- Supporting Neurological Patients
- Adapting Care for Diverse Needs
Physical Therapy Aide Module 8
Conditions and Treatment Plans
- Common Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Common Neurological Conditions
- Common Cardiopulmonary and Post-Surgical Conditions
- Understanding Treatment Plans
- The Aide’s Role in Supporting Patient Progress
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Ed4Career is committed to being both environmentally conscious and making it easier for you to study! We’re making your education mobile! All of our textbooks are now provided as eTextbooks*. You can access them on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and can study anytime, anywhere.
The move away from physical books to eTextbooks means you get the latest, most up-to-date version available. This also makes your training more accessible, so you can study anywhere you have your phone or tablet. The best part is that all materials are included in your training cost so there are NO extra fees for books!**
*A few courses still have physical materials.
Physical Therapy Aide
Upon successful completion of our Physical Therapy Aide course, students will be prepared for an entry-level position as a Physical Therapy Aide and to sit for the NCCB national certification exam to become a Certified Physical Therapy Aide Specialist (CPTAS).
** Certification exams are not included in the cost of the course.**
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player