PT 751 - Evidence-Based Inquiry II

2 Credit(s)

The course focuses on the application of principles of clinical research to physical therapy practice. A primary objective is for students to acquire the knowledge, understanding, and skill necessary to critically read and research the literature in physical therapy. In addition, students analyze, interpret, and present data from standardized data sets and classroom initiated projects. Students are expected to become proficient in the interpretation of published research by demonstrating knowledge of the application of statistics and different methods of research. The course also focuses on critically examining the psychometric properties of tests and measures of health status, body function and structure, activity, and participation.