Main 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