PT 6370 - Health and Wellness Promotion in Physical Therapy Practice

This course focuses on the role of physical therapists in educating patients regarding broad concepts of health, disease prevention, quality of life improvement, optimizing wellness, and prevention of disease. Concepts are considered across the lifespan. Students apply knowledge of health literacy, learning theory, and learning styles to provide patients with appropriate education to optimize health. Lecture, lab, and a community-based health needs assessment are included.

Credits: 2 hours

Restrictions Restricted to doctoral students in Physical Therapy.
Notes: Open to graduate students only.