Full Description
The updated Second Edition of The PTA Handbook is a unique textbook that serves students from pre-admission into a physical therapist assistant program, through the academic program, up to career entry and practice as a physical therapist assistant.
Dr. Kathleen A. Curtis and Peggy DeCelle Newman have updated this Second Edition to reflect current practice standards, including updated core professional documents addressing direction and supervision to align with developments in the physical therapy profession. The PTA Handbook, Second Edition expands on the popular first edition and includes an overview of the physical therapy profession, the physical therapist (PT) - physical therapist assistant (PTA) preferred relationship, evidenced-based practice and information literacy, diversity and cultural proficiency, and planning for life-long learning and leadership development.
What is new in the Second Edition:
• Includes key documents that guide the provision of physical therapy services and describe the relationship between delivery of care by the PT and PTA
• Career development strategies for the PTA, including criteria for Recognition of Advanced Proficiency for the Physical Therapist Assistant and leadership roles in professional, clinical, and community contexts
• Case studies and "Putting It Into Practice" exercises are user-friendly, realistic approaches to enhance student learning and comprehension through immediate and meaningful application of the topic being discussed
• Written as a strategy-based guide to success for PTA students in meeting the required demands and expectations during a PTA program as well as in practice in the field
The PTA Handbook, Second Edition also covers information that will assist advisors and counselors in college and work re-entry programs to provide guidance regarding the physical therapy profession and specifically the differing roles of the PTA and PT. This text will also serve as a key guide for groups of 21st century learners frequently seeking PTA education, including first-generation college students, adult learners, career re-entry, second-language learners, and learners with disabilities.
The PTA Handbook: Keys to Success in School and Career for the Physical Therapist Assistant, Second Edition is an essential reference for students, educators, advisors and counselors, and therapy managers who want to maximize the potential for success of the PTA.
Contents
Dedication Acknowledgments About the Authors Contributing Authors Foreword by Becky S. McKnight, PT, MS Preface Section I The Physical Therapy Profession in the Changing World Chapter 1 The Profession of Physical Therapy Kathleen A. Curtis, PT, PhD and Lisa M. Zuber, PT, PhD Chapter 2 The Changing World and the Future of Physical Therapy Kathleen A. Curtis, PT, PhD and Lisa M. Zuber, PT, PhD Chapter 3 Evolving Roles in Physical Therapy Section II Becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant Chapter 4 A Primer on Physical Therapist Assistant Education Chapter 5 Standards of Behavior and Conduct Chapter 6 Student Performance Evaluation Chapter 7 Presentations, Papers, and Projects Section III Becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant Student Chapter 8 Managing the Learning Process Chapter 9 Will I Do Well Enough? Chapter 10 Taking Control: Self-Management Strategies Chapter 11 Legal and Ethical Considerations Section IV Support for Special Student Needs Chapter 12 Students With Disabilities Chapter 13 When Speaking and Writing English Is a Challenge Chapter 14 Re-Entry and Career Transition Students Tina Buettell, MPT and Kathleen A. Curtis, PT, PhD Section V Planting the Seeds for a Bright Future Chapter 15 Evidence-Based Practice in Physical Therapy Chapter 16 Information Literacy Chapter 17 Diversity and Cultural Competency in Physical Therapy Chapter 18 Collaboration: You're on the Team! Chapter 19 Student Involvement in the American Physical Therapy Association Chapter 20 Attending Conferences Section VI First Steps Into the Profession of Physical Therapy Chapter 21 Preparing for Licensure Chapter 22 Entering the Job Market Chapter 23 Challenges for the New Graduate Chapter 24 Planning for Lifelong Learning Chapter 25 Working With Your Supervisor(s) Chapter 26 Leadership Opportunities for the Physical Therapist Assistant Appendix 1 Model Practice Act for Physical Therapy Language Appendix 2 Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant Appendix 3 Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist Appendix 4 Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy Appendix 5 Minimum Required Skills for Physical Therapist Assistant Graduates at Entry-Level Appendix 6 Direction and Supervision of the Physical Therapist Assistant Appendix 7 Levels of Supervision Appendix 8 Provision of Physical Therapy Interventions and Related Tasks Appendix 9 Values-Based Behaviors for the Physical Therapist Assistant Appendix 10 Professionalism in Physical Therapy: Core Values Financial Disclosures Index
