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2020-21 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Physical Therapy |
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PT 658A Exposure to PT in a Health Care System I
.5 credits
This course is a part-time Integrated Clinical Education (ICE) experience designed to expose first-year physical therapy students to current physical therapy practice in a given health care system. This is not designed to be a full-time clinical education experience. Students will be exposed to physical therapy practice and clinical decision making in inpatient and outpatient settings. This course provides the student an opportunity for a practicing clinician to evaluate the student behavior in areas such as safety, personal and interpersonal professional demeanor, ethical and legal standards, communication, and responsibility for self-learning. Students are assigned to a clinical site 4 hours every other week for 10 weeks in the fall. A clinical activity will be assigned for each clinical week and will coincide with the current academic learning unit. Assignments will be completed in response to each clinical activity, and in the “off week” students will meet in small groups to complete and share assignments in a problem based, collaborative experience.
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PT 658B Exposure to PT in a Health Care System*
.5 credits
This course is a part-time Integrated Clinical Education (ICE) experience designed to expose first-year physical therapy students to current physical therapy practice in a given health care system. This is not designed to be a full-time clinical education experience. Students will be exposed to physical therapy practice and clinical decision making in inpatient and outpatient settings. This course provides the student an opportunity for a practicing clinician to evaluate the student behavior in areas such as safety, personal and interpersonal professional demeanor, ethical and legal standards, communication, and responsibility for self-learning. Students are assigned to a clinical site 4 hours every other week for 10 weeks in the fall. A clinical activity will be assigned for each clinical week and will coincide with the current academic learning unit. Assignments will be completed in response to each clinical activity, and in the “off week” students will meet in small groups to complete and share assignments in a problem based, collaborative experience.
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PT 661 Movement System Foundations I: Motion
5 credits
This course will focus on movement system impairments associated with motion, namely, acute musculoskeletal injury. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, pharmacology, pathology, epidemiology, neuroscience, imaging, etc.). The examination content will include the introduction to differential diagnosis within a musculoskeletal exam. The intervention content will include methods to reduce inflammation and physical stress or load to the injured tissues. The relevant anatomy for this course is the knee. The nervous system pathways for interpreting pain and other sensations will be introduced. We will discuss the physical therapist practice act, the collaborative model between patients and therapists, and begin to analyze reliability in PT measurements. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations within the course. We will synthesize content across courses in the case experience week.
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PT 662 Movement System Foundations II: Force
5 credits
This course will focus on movement system impairments associated with increasing force production. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, pathology, epidemiology, neuroscience, and motor learning). The examination content will include various ways to measure muscle performance in patients who are neurologically intact. The intervention content will include methods to increase physical stress or load to increase muscle strength. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics content for this course is the hip and the ankle. We will describe typical development of children including gross motor skills. Motor learning and neural control of muscle contraction will be discussed. We will introduce the Medicare system, and discuss how patients adapt to illness and begin the self-management process in chronic diseases. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations within the course. We will synthesize content across courses in the case experience week.
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PT 663 Movement System Foundations III: Energy
5 credits
This course will focus on movement system impairments associated with energy production, namely, deconditioning. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, histology, pathology, epidemiology, neuroscience). The examination content will include determining the extent of deconditioning and the need for assistance in functional mobility and balance. The intervention content will include aerobic exercise, mobility training, and patient education. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics for this course is the heart, lung, thoracic wall and related bones, joints, blood supply and neural innervation. We will highlight various health care delivery systems, begin to interpret the literature with regard to clinical trials and effect size, and introduce students to healthcare ethics. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations within the course.
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PT 664 Movement System Foundations IV: Motor Control
5 credits
This course will focus on movement system impairments associated with disordered motor control early after brain injury. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as neuroanatomy, histology, neuroscience, motor learning). The examination content will include assessment of general sensory-motor integrity, movement analyses for functional mobility tasks, and the use of standardized measures of functional capacity. The intervention content will include promotion of muscle activation and functional mobility training with appropriate guarding. The relevant anatomy for this course is brain, brainstem, spinal cord, meninges and blood supply. We will highlight the integrative role of PT in acute care clinical settings and continue to interpret the literature with regard to clinical trials and effect size. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and patient experiences
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PT 671 Integrated Patient Management I: Acute Musculoskeletal Injury*
5 credits
This course describes comprehensive patient management following fracture. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, pathology, gerontology, histology). The examination content is focused on comprehensive assessment of patients after upper and lower extremity fractures. The intervention content will include joint mobilization, exercise progression across the continuum of care, functional progression in activity and function, thermal and non-thermal physical agents and electrical stimulation for pain relief. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics for this course are the elbow and wrist. We will discuss motivational strategies, the biopsychosocial model of pain, and appraising intervention research literature. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 672 Integrated Patient Management II: Acute Medical Conditions*
5 credits
This course will focus on the physical therapy management of individuals with acute medical/surgical conditions. This course uses cases to integrate foundational, clinical, and practice-related content across diverse areas. The foundational content focuses on the pathophysiology and medical/surgical management of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems. The clinical content includes the integration of information from the patient history, laboratory and clinical test results, and physical examination to evaluate individuals with complex medical/surgical conditions, as well as the acute physical therapy management of those conditions. We will highlight issues related to discharge planning, the psychosocial impact of acute illness and hospitalization, and the interpretation of odds ratios. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 673 Integrated Patient Management III: Progressive Neurological Conditions*
4 credits
This course will focus on progressive neurological conditions and associated movement system impairments including motor control and motion, such as ataxia, rigidity, bradykinesia and tremor. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, pathology, neuroscience and psychology). The examination content will include distinguishing among various motor control impairments and posture and balance deficits. The intervention content will include mobility training, aerobic, flexibility, strength and balance training and patient education. The relevant anatomy for this course is the neuroanatomy of the basal ganglia and cerebellum. Biomechanical content will focus on gait and posture. The course will begin to interpret the literature with regard to systematic reviews and regression analyses and highlight various issues related to aging and dementia. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 675 Biomedical Foundation Sciences I
(5 credits)
This course includes traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there is a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes. Gross anatomy objectives are included, although students are responsible for self-directed study in this topic.
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PT 676 Biomedical Foundation Sciences II
(8 credits)
This course is a continuation of the traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there is a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes. Gross anatomy objectives are included, although students are responsible for self-directed study in this topic.
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PT 680 Evidence Based Practice and Clinical Reasoning
(2 credits)
This course will provide the physical therapist with a systematic method for critically analyzing and evaluating current research for integration into clinical practice. Clinical decision-making will be guided by relevant literature reviews to minimize practice variation, minimize health care costs, and identify potential or actual harm to patients.
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PT 681 Cervical-Thoracic Spine and Temporomandibular Joint
(2 credits)
This course provides a comprehensive background of the anatomy and biomechanics of the cervical-thoracic spine and temporomandibular joint. Content will also address musculoskeletal imaging, functional anatomy, assessment, and outcome tools relevant to this body region. Common conditions in addition to appropriate medical screening will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on best practice and current evidence to support examination and intervention techniques of cervical-thoracic spine and temporomandibular joint.
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PT 682 Upper Extremity: Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist & Hand
(2 credits)
This course provides a comprehensive background of the anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. Content will also address musculoskeletal imaging, functional anatomy, assessment, and outcome tools relevant to this body region. Common conditions in addition to appropriate medical screening will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on best practice and current evidence to support examination and intervention techniques of upper extremity.
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PT 683 Lumbar Spine and Sacroiliac Joint
(2 credits)
This course provides a comprehensive background of the anatomy and biomechanics of the lumbar spine and sacroiliac joint. Content will also address musculoskeletal imaging, functional anatomy, assessment, and outcome tools relevant to this body region. Common conditions in addition to appropriate medical screening will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on best practice and current evidence to support examination and intervention techniques of lumbar spine and sacroiliac joint.
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PT 684 Lower Extremity: Hip, Knee, Ankle & Gait
(2 credits)
This course provides a comprehensive background of the anatomy and biomechanics of the hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Content will also address musculoskeletal imaging, functional anatomy, assessment, and outcome tools relevant to this body region. Common conditions in addition to appropriate medical screening will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on best practice and current evidence to support examination and intervention techniques of the lower extremity.
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PT 686A Documentation and Delegation
0.5 credits
This online, asynchronous course is designed to discuss the essential components of documentation to assist the physical therapist to create meaningful documentation that serves as an adjunct to clinical practice. A clinical reasoning process for how documentation is formed utilizing the Elements of the Physical Therapist Patient Management Model and International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model terminology is common throughout the lessons in this course. The principles guiding effective documentation and delegation of physical therapist practice to physical therapist assistants, aides and students will be discussed in the context of clinical scenarios that require self-reflection which will serve to facilitate the development of clinical-decision making skills.
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PT 686B Wound Care
0.5 credits
This online, asynchronous course will discuss the role of physical therapy in the management of chronic dermal wounds. Topics will include the anatomy and function of skin, the physiology of wound healing, and the assessment and management of wounds of differing etiologies, including pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and vascular ulcers. Wound management principles will be discussed in the context of patient cases to facilitate the development of clinical decision making skills.
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PT 686C Community Reintegration
0.5 credits
This online, asynchronous course will discuss the role of physical therapy in the reintegrating individuals with disabilities into the community. Topics will include assessment of the home and work environment, assistive devices and environmental modifications to facilitate independence, workplace ergonomics and task assessment, adaptive task modification and proper body mechanics to allow task performance, accessibility standards for home and public environments, and community resources for reintegration. These topics will be discussed in the context of patient cases to facilitate the development of clinical decision making skills.
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PT 691 Differential Diagnosis & Intervention – Extremity 1*
4 credits
This course will focus on the differential diagnosis associated with pain in the upper extremity and management from injury or overuse and progression back to function. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, pathology, imaging, nonsurgical management and neuroscience physiology). The examination content will include highlighting the use of various classification systems and contrast pathoanatomic classification (traditional medical diagnosis) with rehabilitation classification systems driven by irritability and impairments. The intervention content will include progression of exercise after shoulder injury or overuse including techniques to manage pain, stiffness, instability, strength deficits and progression back to function. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics for this course is the shoulder girdle, brachial plexus and organization of the spinal cord. We will highlight the psychometric properties of diagnostic tests. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 692 Differential Diagnosis & Intervention – Extremity II*
5 credits
This course will focus on differential diagnosis after an acute lower extremity musculoskeletal injury, management from injury or surgery and progression back to participation. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as histology, pathology, medical management and neuroscience). The examination content will include differential diagnosis after acute lower extremity injury and determination of neuromuscular impairments and the need for dynamic stability retraining. The intervention content will include strategies to address neuromuscular impairments (such as neuromuscular electrical stimulation, perturbation training and plyometrics) and progression of treatments to ready the patient for return to participation. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics for this course is a review of hip, knee and ankle anatomy and biomechanics. We will highlight outpatient billing, reimbursement practices and billing ethics and introduce students to psychometric properties of outcome measures. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 702 Case Analysis
(2 credits)
Students develop a comprehensive case presentation based on a selected patient or client in their practice setting. The case analysis demonstrates the clinical decision-making process used to guide patient and client management throughout the episode of care, including the examination, evaluation, prognosis and planned interventions. Students address the use of specific diagnostic tests and imaging studies related to the case, the implications of the pharmacologic management of the patient and specific outcomes measures as they relate to decision-making and effective interventions.
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PT 708 Geriatric Physical Therapy
2 credits
This course will help promote best practice in the management of conditions commonly encountered in geriatric physical therapy practice. Class structure will consist of a combination of web-based activities, weekly live sessions, weekly readings and mini-lectures, and a final project. Students will complete guided weekly readings and interactions with students on an online discussion board. Relevant patient cases will be utilized to illustrate application of best practice. The instructor will interact with students and encourage interaction among students via the Internet.
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PT 709 Pediatric Physical Therapy Practice
2 credits
This course will promote best practice in the management of conditions commonly encountered in pediatric physical therapy practice. The class will consist of a combination of online activities including weekly live sessions, readings, mini-lectures, and a final project. Students will interact with one another on an online discussion board, and relevant patient cases will be utilized to illustrate application of best practice. The instructor will interact with students and encourage interaction among students via the Internet.
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PT 717 Physical Therapy Examination/Evaluation Skills III
(2 credits)
This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.
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PT 718 Physical Therapy Examination/Evaluation Skills IV
(2 credits)
This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.
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PT 727 Physical Therapy Intervention Skills III
(2 credits)
This course is a continuation of basic aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases.
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PT 728 Physical Therapy Intervention Skills IV
(2 credits)
This course is a continuation of aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases.
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PT 737 Clinical Simulation Experiences*
3 credits
This course provides students the opportunity to apply knowledge gained through the first three semesters of the program and to develop clinical reasoning skills and professional communication. Students will participate in multiple clinical simulation experiences allowing repeated opportunities to practice patient examination and evaluation, establishing a plan of care, making intervention decisions, and documenting patient care. The simulations provide opportunities for active learning, self-reflection and feedback through interaction with “real” and simulated patients and clinicians. The principles guiding effective documentation and delegation of physical therapist practice to physical therapist assistants, aides and students will be discussed in the context of clinical scenarios that require self-reflection which will serve to facilitate the development of clinical-decision making skills.
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PT 738 Clinical Education Experience I (8 weeks)
(4 credits)
This first of two full-time clinical experiences in the curriculum is eight weeks in length and occurs after one year of academic coursework. This clinical education experience is the student’s first formal full-time exposure to the practice of physical therapy. Arcadia respects that not all patient types can be available to each student during a clinical experience, but a varied caseload is encouraged. Close supervision and additional clinical teaching may be required in all areas of clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on developing good interpersonal skills with supervisors, patients, and other healthcare practitioners. The experience also focuses on oral and written communication skills, performing physical therapy examinations, evaluation, intervention planning and implementation on cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, medical/surgical and orthopedic patients, and providing basic functional training. The student should begin to appreciate the role of the physical therapist in the interdisciplinary team and the responsibilities involved in carrying a patient caseload. By the final two weeks of the clinical experience, the student should be managing approximately two-thirds of a caseload that is setting-appropriate.
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PT 747 Physical Therapy Integrative Care and Practice III
(4 credits)
This course is a continuation of working within the healthcare delivery system as a physical therapist, the psychological and social aspects of working with patients, and critical thinking. This course prepares students to assume management responsibilities appropriate to their position and stage of clinical practice.
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PT 748 Physical Therapy Integrative Care and Practice IV
(2 credits)
This course is a continuation of working within the healthcare delivery system as a physical therapist, emphasizing the psychological and social aspects of working with patients, and critical thinking. This course prepares students toassume management responsibilities appropriate to their position and stage of clinical practice.
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PT 758 Clinical Education Experience I*
4 credits
This first of the full-time clinical education experiences in the curriculum is eight weeks in length and occurs after one full year of academic coursework, part-time integrated clinical education and experiential learning opportunities. This clinical education experience is the student’s first formal full-time involvement in practice of physical therapy. Close supervision and additional clinical teaching may be required in all areas of clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on developing good interpersonal skills with supervisors, patients, and other health care practitioners. It also focuses on oral and written communication skills, on performing physical therapy examinations, evaluations, intervention planning and implementation for patients with cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, medical/surgical and/or orthopedic conditions/diagnoses and on providing basic functional training. The student should begin to appreciate the role of the physical therapist in the interdisciplinary team and the responsibilities involved in managing a patient caseload.
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PT 761 Movement System: Advanced Analysis & Intervention I*
5 credits
This course describes advanced analysis of the movement system using gait and reaching tasks. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, pathology, epidemiology, surgery). The examination content will include kinematic and kinetic assessment of gait, assessment of patients with amputations, and assessment of patients after shoulder surgeries. The intervention content will include gait training, prosthetic management, and exercise progression after shoulder surgery. Shoulder anatomy and biomechanics will be reviewed. We will discuss decision-making for adaptive, supportive, and assistive devices considering various reimbursement mechanisms. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 774 Integrated Patient Management IV: Chronic Medical Conditions*
4 credits
This course will focus on the physical therapy management of chronic medical conditions that affect activity and participation. This course uses cases to integrate foundational, clinical, and practice-related content across diverse areas. The foundational content includes the genetic basis of disease inheritance and the physiology of wound healing. The clinical content includes the physical therapy management of chronic conditions affecting various systems, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy, and chronic wounds. We will highlight issues related to the psychosocial impact of chronic disease on patients and caregivers across the lifespan, hospice care, and support groups.
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PT 775 Integrated Patient Management V: Non-progression Neurologic Conditions*
5 credits
This course will focus on the management of patients with non-progressive neurologic conditions, with a focus on spinal cord injury. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, pathology, epidemiology, and neuroscience). The examination content will include determining evaluating changes in strength, sensation and systemic changes related to injuries of the spinal cord and assessing the need for assistance in functional mobility and balance. The intervention content will include mobility training, equipment and assistive technology, patient/family education and functional electrical stimulation. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics for this course includes systemic changes to the muscle, bones, joints, blood supply and neural innervation. We will highlight attitudes and perceptions related to the disability process, insurance considerations for rehabilitation, laws and policies related to accessibility, and review literature related to recovery following neurologic injury. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and patient experiences.
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PT 777 Biomedical Foundation Sciences III
(9 credits)
The course includes the traditional biological science of gross human anatomy, the physical science of biomechanics and applied anatomy, and components of patient management related to examination, evaluation, and intervention, including advanced topics in the use of imaging in clinical practice. The study of the basic structure and function of the human body is accomplished through lecture, demonstration and dissection. Gross anatomy emphasizes the extremities and trunk, although the whole body is examined. Also included is a review of embryology. The laboratory sessions are devoted primarily to handling the bony skeleton and supervised dissection. Biomechanics and applied anatomy and the clinical content highlight the function of the spine using a patient case for reference.
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PT 778 Biomedical Foundation Sciences IV
(2 credits)
This course includes traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there is a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes.
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PT 787 Experiential Learning*
1 credit
Experiential learning opportunities serve to integrate content and focuses on professional behavior, the physical therapy science related to examination, evaluation, and intervention, and gaps in current knowledge. The student will gain an understanding of the complexities of working within different community settings. Each student participates for 15 hours in a community wellness program for persons with disabilities and 15 hours in a pro bono physical therapy clinic. In the Dan Aaron Stay Fit Exercise Program for persons with Parkinson Disease or Multiple Sclerosis, the student is exposed to a community exercise program, cultural diversity, and generational learning. In the Arcadia University Pro Bono Clinic, each student provides direct physical therapy services, including patient education to uninsured or underinsured patients/clients, under the supervision of licensed physical therapists. This unique setting requires the student to understand the biopsychosocial aspects of working with patients, clients, families, and other health care professionals.
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PT 789R1 Independent Study-Orthopaedic Residency
(2 credits)
This course provides the mentoring and clinical learning experiences for the Orthopaedic Clinical Residency Program and works to develop and produce expert physical therapists who provide best practice using evidence in the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcome of musculoskeletal conditions.
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PT 789R2 Independent Study-Orthopaedic Residency
(2 credits)
This course provides the mentoring and clinical learning experiences for the Orthopaedic Clinical Residency Program and works to develop and produce expert physical therapists who provide best practice using evidence in the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcome of musculoskeletal conditions.
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PT 793 Differential Diagnosis & Intervention III: Spine*
5 credits
This course will focus on differential diagnosis and management of low back pain and related problems. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, pathology, motor control, pharmacology, medical screening and imaging). Examination content will highlight the use of various classification systems and contrast pathoanatomic classification (traditional medical diagnosis) with more rehabilitation classification systems. Interventions will focus primarily on manual therapy and various exercise approaches. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics for this course is the spine, pelvis, sacrum. Management of chronic pain will be discussed using a biopsychosocial model emphasizing cognitive behavioral approaches and motivational interviewing, along with active rehabilitation approaches. We will discuss physical therapists serving as direct access, primary care providers. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 794 Differential Diagnosis & Intervention IV: C-Spine*
5 credits
This course will focus on differential diagnosis and management of neck pain and related problems. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as physiology, pathology, motor control, pharmacology, neuroscience, and imagining). Examination content will include classification systems for neck pain and vestibular disorders and the exam of patients with temporomandibular joint dysfunction. Interventions will focus on manual therapy and various exercise approaches for the various pathologies. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics for this course is the cervical spine, and the temporo-mandibular joint, with a review of the vestibular system. We will discuss communication with patients experiencing chronic pain. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 795 Differential Diagnosis & Intervention V: Pain*
5 credits
This course will focus on movement system impairments associated with differential diagnosis between various types of pain including neuropathic pain, nociceptive pain, nociplastic pain, and psychosocial aspects of pain. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, pathology, neuroscience, and pain science). The examination content will focus on differential diagnosis of individuals with the various types of pain including an introduction to electrodiagnostic testing and interpreting those results. The intervention content will include methods to address the various types of pain, such as neural mobilization, strengthening, and education. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics content for this course is the wrist and hand. We will discuss the components of occupational health including functional capacity exams, work hardening programs, and ergonomic evaluations. We will discuss billing for services rendered including diagnostic and procedure coding. Students will interact with other disciplines and have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 799R3 Independent Study-Orthopaedic Residency
(2 credits)
This course provides the mentoring and clinical learning experiences for the Orthopaedic Clinical Residency Program and works to develop and produce expert physical therapists who provide best practice using evidence in the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcome of musculoskeletal conditions.
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PT 805 Physical Therapist Practice II
(4 credits)
This course begins early in the curriculum and culminates during the final week of the curriculum. The course final serves to integrate content and focus on professional behavior, the physical therapy science related to examination, evaluation, and intervention, and gaps in our current knowledge. It encompasses both experiential learning opportunities and traditional didactic experiences.
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PT 819 Physical Therapy Examination/Evaluation Skills V
(6 credits)
This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.
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PT 824 Management Leadership Principles in a PT Setting*
3 credits
This course will provide an overview of management principles and leadership models with emphasis on application in practice. Students will explore how current financial, legal and regulatory policies affect physical therapy practice, and impact the patient experience. In teams, students will develop a business plan for a physical therapy clinic with faculty guidance, and present their plans to local physical therapy administrators and business owners for feedback. Throughout the course students will have opportunities to engage with business leaders to gain insight on trending topics related to the field.
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PT 829 Physical Therapy Intervention Skills V
(6 credits)
This course is a continuation of basic aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases.
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PT 835 Enhancing Activity & Participation*
5 credits
This course will focus on the integration of advanced patient management concepts in order to enhance activity and participation across the lifespan. This course will help to develop the clinical skills, reasoning and decision making to progress patients back to sports, work, or community participation within the context of temporary or chronic musculoskeletal or neurological conditions. Additional topics will include an introduction to additional manual therapy approaches, treatment considerations for patients with communication disorders, and vestibulo-ocular function.
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PT 846 Health Promotion*
2 credits
Physical Therapists have an increasing role in prevention and in promotion of health, wellness, and fitness. While students have completed coursework and clinical experiences in exercise prescription for patients with and without disability, this course will provide the students with an opportunity to organize and conduct an educational program for a community group or organization. The course provides structure for student groups to reach out to the community and address primary, secondary and tertiary prevention with a focus on the beneficial aspects of exercise and physical activity. Students will learn and utilize established health promotion frameworks, models and evidence based practice principles to address audience needs, choose educational methods to be provided, research available community resources, and design and implement program evaluation. Multiple settings and patient populations will be represented, and tied to opportunities for students to review
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PT 849 Physical Therapy Integrative Care and Practice V
(4 credits)
This course is a continuation of working within the healthcare delivery system as a physical therapist, the psychological and social aspects of working with patients, and critical thinking. This course prepares students to assume management responsibilities appropriate to their position and stage of clinical practice.
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PT 858 Clinical Education Experience II*
6 credits
This terminal full-time clinical education experience is 12 weeks in length and occurs after 1.5 years of academic coursework, one full-time clinical education experience, part-time integrated clinical education during the first year of the program, and experiential learning opportunities. This terminal clinical education experience emphasizes clinical decision making as a critical component to the physical therapist management of any patient in any setting. Sound clinical decision making is key in preparing the student for entry level competence with multiple diagnoses. Because previous clinical education experiences were likely in different practice settings, close supervision and additional clinical teaching may be required initially in this practice setting. Emphasis is placed on developing good interpersonal skills with supervisors, patients, and other health care practitioners. It also focuses on oral and written communication skills, on performing physical therapy examinations, evaluations, intervention planning and implementation for patients with cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, medical/surgical and/or orthopedic conditions/diagnoses and on providing basic functional training. The student should become skilled in the role of a physical therapist in the interdisciplinary team and the responsibilities involved in managing a patient caseload.
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PT 859 Clinical Education Experience III*
6 credits
This terminal full-time clinical education experience is 12 weeks in length and occurs after 1.5 years of academic coursework, one full-time clinical education experience, part-time integrated clinical education during the first year of the program, and experiential learning opportunities. This terminal clinical education experience emphasizes clinical decision making as a critical component to the physical therapist management of any patient in any setting. Sound clinical decision making is key in preparing the student for entry level competence with multiple diagnoses. Because previous clinical education experiences were likely in different practice settings, close supervision and additional clinical teaching may be required initially in this practice setting. Emphasis is placed on developing good interpersonal skills with supervisors, patients, and other health care practitioners. It also focuses on oral and written communication skills, on performing physical therapy examinations, evaluations, intervention planning and implementation for patients with cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, medical/surgical and/or orthopedic conditions/diagnoses and on providing basic functional training. The student should become skilled in the role of a physical therapist in the interdisciplinary team and the responsibilities involved in managing a patient caseload.
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PT 860 Clinical Education Experience II (3 months)
(6 credits)
This is part one of the six-month terminal clinical education experience and is three months in length. It encompasses two years of didactic information and experience gained in the first clinical setting. Since students are encouraged during the program to complete clinical work in inpatient and outpatient settings, this experience is probably different from the previous experience.
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PT 862 Movement System: Advanced Analysis & Intervention II*
5 credits
This course will focus on movement system impairments associated with longstanding neuromuscular disorders across the lifespan. The course uses cases to integrate foundational and clinical sciences across diverse areas (such as neuroscience, biomechanics, physiology and neural development). The examination content will include determining neural, biomechanical and physiologic contributors to impaired functional movements such as gait, balance and arm-hand actions. The intervention content will include building capacity, prevent and correct deformities, promote functional mobility and augmenting self-efficacy and motivation for community participation. The relevant anatomy and biomechanics for this course is the foot-ankle-knee interactions for application of orthotics. We will highlight various opportunities and challenges for community integration for individuals with longstanding neuromuscular disorders. Students will have many opportunities to apply the content in labs, class discussions, and simulations.
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PT 869 a b c d Independent Study
(2 credits)
This elective course is offered beginning in year one of the entry-level curriculum with a final grade given in the spring semester of the third year. The course is designed to offer students the opportunity to explore one of four opportunities: a) research, b) international experiential learning, c) education, or d) administration. The course provides the student with an opportunity to delve more deeply into the subject matter of a wide range of professional topics. The purpose of this course is to provide the entry-level physical therapy student with an in-depth experience while working with an experienced mentor. Regardless of the area selected, critical thinking is emphasized. The process of identifying a relevant physical therapy problem requires the definition of the relevant question, an outline of the knowledge or skills that must be mastered to address the problem, and acquisition of information or data that informs decision making. In order for a topic to qualify for course credit, the topic requires practice and guidance by a mentor and knowledge and skills that go beyond the scope of the entry-level content.
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PT 870 Clinical Education Experience III
(6 credits, 3 months)
This is Part 2 of the six-month clinical education experience and will most lilkely occur within the same health system as Part 1; however, it may include a different continuum of care or patient diagnoses.
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PT 879 Biomedical Foundation Sciences V
(6 credits)
This course includes traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there is a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes.
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PT 887A Independent Study- Research*
This elective course is offered beginning in year one of the entry-level curriculum. The course is designed to offer students the opportunity to explore, and participate in a research project. The course provides the student with an opportunity to delve more deeply into the subject matter of a wide range of professional topics. The purpose of this course is to provide the entry-level physical therapist student with an in-depth experience while working with an experienced mentor. Regardless of the area selected, critical thinking will be emphasized. The process of identifying a relevant physical therapy problem requires the definition of the relevant question, an outline of the knowledge or skills that must be mastered to address the problem, and acquisition of information or data that informs decision making. In order for a topic to qualify for course credit, the topic requires practice and guidance by a mentor and knowledge and skills that go beyond the scope of the entry-level content.
Each experience will be designed individually with a mentor to help the student. In each case, the student will be required to review relevant literature, formulate a plan of action, complete a project, and evaluate the project’s success. If a research project is included in this activity, approval must be received from the Arcadia University Committee on Protection of Research Subjects. Other requirements and activities will be specified by the individual advisor as appropriate to each project. The elective serves as a model of discovery in a small group led by a person with a question that needs to be answered.
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PT 887B Independent Study- International Pro Bono Experiences*
This elective course is offered beginning in year one of the entry-level curriculum. The course is designed to offer students the opportunity to explore one international experiential learning. The course provides the student with an opportunity to delve more deeply into the subject matter of international pro-bono care and healthcare for underserved populations. The purpose of this course is to provide the entry-level physical therapist student with an in-depth experience while working with an experienced mentor. The experience is designed to help students who elect to investigate health care models and patient populations in low- and middle-income countries and to provide pro bono services and education during a trip to a specific country. This immersion experience involves critical thinking and evidence-based practice in another country and culture and self-reflection. Students will be mentored by experienced State-side licensed physical therapists. Country-specific requirements and activities will be determined by the faculty mentor and the clinical mentor(s) as appropriate to each project/country.
In order to maximize student learning, to provide quality services, and to promote long-term in-country sustainability, the elective consists of three parts. Prior to travel, the student will investigate the culture, aspects of the health care system, and patient populations of destination country. This will prepare the student to provide culturally-sensitive and appropriate physical therapy services. The student will then participate on an international trip. While in-country, the student will keep a daily journal of his/her experiences and submit a 2-3-page reflection paper within two weeks of their return. Each student will also complete a survey on Qualtrics.
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PT 899 Clinical Decision Making
(2 credits)
This course is designed to help students integrate the concepts of data analysis and related literature in clinical decision making. The specific projects may take different forms for students. Students will collect data in the clinic to contribute to a clinical database. Students will analyze group data or data on single patients to demonstrate their clinical decisions. Students will relate their findings to what has been published in the literature. As the final capstone experience, students will create and deliver public presentations of their projects.
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PY 101 General Psychology
Examination of the major elements of psychology both as a natural and a social science: experimental method, the nature of psychological theory, species-specific behavior, psychological development, the study of perception, learning and motivation, statistics, individual differences in ability and personality, deviant behavior and social phenomena. Includes all topics normally covered in a course in educational psychology. Fulfills the requirements of both elementary psychology and educational psychology for students preparing to teach. PY101 is a prerequisite for PY102.
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PY 102 General Psychology
Examination of the major elements of psychology both as a natural and a social science: experimental method, the nature of psychological theory, species-specific behavior, psychological development, the study of perception, learning and motivation, statistics, individual differences in ability and personality, deviant behavior and social phenomena. Includes all topics normally covered in a course in educational psychology. Fulfills the requirements of both elementary psychology and educational psychology for students preparing to teach. PY101 is a prerequisite for PY102.
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PY 110 Introduction to Psychology
See description under .
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PY 111 Introduction to Psychology
An introduction to the science of psychology. Presents major psychological concepts, theories, research methods, findings, and applications. Covers basic statistics, behavioral neuroscience, sensation and perception, learning, memory, cognition, human
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PY 142 Research Methods
This course introduces students to a range of research techniques used in psychology. Topics include observational and experimental research design, sampling, assignment to groups, assessment, the logic of causation, and data analysis.
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PY 153 Social Psychology
Study of the effect of the social situation on the individual: social interaction, conformity, group processes, attitude, attitude change, stereotyping, prejudice, aggression and environmental psychology. Includes class discussions, readings and resear
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PY 201 Cognitive Psychology
This course will address contemporary theories of human information processing. Major topics include attention, mental representations, categorization, perception, short-term and long-term memory, psycholinguistics, reasoning, problem-solving, and deci
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PY 202 Cross-Cultural Psychology
Survey course examines how culture influences behavior, evaluates current psychological theories and literature with regards to understanding human behavior from different global cultural regions and ethnic backgrounds, and introduces research methodol
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PY 212 Developmental Psychology
Study of growth and behavior of children from infancy through adult. Includes individual and environmental factors affecting normal cognitive, emotional, physical and social development.
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PY 215 Developmental Psychopathology
Developmental Psychopathology focuses on disorders with childhood onset. Students will explore research and theory that provide current understanding of the characteristics of the disorders, risk factors, treatments and prognosis for those who are diag
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PY 221 Psychology as a Natural Science: Learning and Cognition
Study of the facts, principles and theories associated with basic learning and cognitive phenomena, including human and animal learning, cognition, and memory. Offers practical experience in both classical and contemporary research methods. Includes le
Three class hours and two laboratory hours weekly.
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PY 222 Psychology as a Natural Science: Behavioral Neuroscience
Study of the biological bases of behavior. Includes facts, principles, and theories associated with behavioral genetics, the neuron, and the brain. Offers practical experience in both classical and contemporary research methods. Includes lectures, labo
Three class hours and two laboratory hours weekly.
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PY 227 Judgment and Decision Making
The purpose of this course is to examine the processes and errors involved in human judgment and decision making. We will explore a wide variety of topics within the field, such as the complexity of rationality, problem solving, common heuristics and b
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PY 238 Adolescence
Examination of psychological, emotional, cognitive, peer, familial and social institutional forces on American adolescents. Considers adolescent reactions to these forces as they try to develop coherent, meaningful lives. Emphasizes “the sense of self”
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PY 240 History of Psychology
This lecture course presents the historical context of psychology, most notably its origins in philosophy and physiology. The course discusses the lives and social-political context of major contributors to the development of psychology, intellectual s
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PY 261 Psychology of Work Behavior
Study of the basis in social science research and theory for the practice of human resource administration. Includes selection and training, performance appraisal, motivation and morale, interpersonal and group processes in business and industry, cause
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PY 275 Advanced Research Methods
This class introduces students to advanced topics in psychological research methods, including multiple regression, path analysis, factor analysis, and structural equation modeling, moderation, mediation, measurement theories and missing data theory. T
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PY 280 Evolutionary Psychology
This class introduces students to an evolutionary perspective on human behavior. Students learn about evolutionary perspectives on cognition, cooperation, language, development, disease, emotions, mating and more. This class incorporates both lecture a
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PY 285 Special Topics in Psychology
The content, credit hours and prerequisites for this course vary depending on the nature of the topic covered.
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PY 331 Psychology as a Social Science: Social Psychology
This course considers the influence of social situations on the individual. Topics include conformity, group behavior, attitudes, attitude change, prejudice, aggression, conflict resolution, close relationships and cultural influences on the self.
Three class hours and two laboratory hours weekly.
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PY 332 Psychology as a Social Science: Personality Psychology
This course presents an overview of the scientific study of individual differences and how people come to be similar or different. Topics include personality trait theory and factors that shape personal identity including genetics, brain function, cogn
Three class hours and two laboratory hours weekly.
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PY 430 Seminar in Theories of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
This course is an introduction to the principles and techniques used in behavior modification. Students read and analyze empirical and theoretical research reports examining the application of behavior modification to psychopathology. Students are required to act as discussion leaders on selected topics in the literature. (Not regularly scheduled)
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PY 500 Educational and Career Counseling
3 credits
This course prepares students to critically evaluate theories of career development and provides exposure to career-related programming practices and counseling and assessment practices common to career counseling.
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PY 501 Foundations of School Counseling
This course provides a comprehensive overview of school counseling and guidance services in the educational system PreK-12. The course uses the ASCA National Model as the foundation of Arcadia University’s School Counseling programs and highlights the historical perspective of counseling and guidance services. Emphasis is placed on the counselor’s newly defined role as advocate, leader, collaborator and systemic change agent. Legal and ethical issues are discussed. Students have the opportunity to apply some of the theories and concepts used in the course to real-life case studies. It is recommended that students take this course toward the beginning of the program. This course must be completed before starting the internship.
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PY 502 Educational and Career Counseling, School
This course analyzes selected theories of career development with application to school counseling programs PreK–12. Students administer career assessments, learn techniques of career counseling, conduct research, and develop a career project for use in an elementary, middle, or high school. Projects and activities are grounded in the ASCA National Model for School Counseling Programs, Pennsylvania Career Education and Work Standards, and the National Career Development Guidelines. A technology laboratory is included in the course, which must be completed before starting the practicum.
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PY 516 Human Development: Life Span
3 credits
This course examines major developmental theories and milestones from conception to death. Students are challenged to apply developmental principles and research findings to various counseling scenarios.
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PY 521 Research Design, Methods and Evaluation
3 credits
This course prepares students to critically evaluate counseling and related research and provides opportunities for students to practice applying an evidence-based model of counseling in their daily work as counselors.
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PY 535 Neuroscience and Psychopharmacology for Counselors
3 credits
This course is designed to provide graduate counseling students with a broad overview of the biological bases of behavior. Specifically, students will become familiar with key concepts in the development and structure of the human nervous system, as well as interpersonal biology. Students will practice incorporating neuroscience into their case conceptualization, psychoeducation, and clinical work with clients. Additionally, students will learn about psychoactive medications commonly prescribed for a range of psychiatric disorders, Students will also practice offering psychoeducation to clients about medications and consider how to communicate effectively with psychiatrists as part of their client care. Class meeting include lecture, discussion, role-plays, and other learning activities.
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PY 570 Professional Issues in Counseling
3 credits
This course is an introduction to the profession of counseling. Students learn about the history of the profession, professional roles and functions, professional organizations, credentialing and licensure, as well as ethical, legal, and advocacy issues related to counseling.
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PY 574 Clinical Psychopharmacology
This course is intended to provide counseling students and other students in the mental health professions with a basic understanding of how psychiatric medications work in the brain and modify behavior. Students learn about the relationship between DSM diagnoses and the choice of psychiatric medications that are prescribed by physicians. Finally, students are trained to use reference material to evaluate key characteristics of psychiatric medications and evaluate the clinical efficacy of medications.
Prerequisite: PY 572 or may be taken concurrently.
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