PT 771 - Community Health Practicum I

1 Credit(s)

This practicum is a service-learning course designed to address the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) code of ethics call to address the health needs of society and to also address the core value of social responsibility. The Widener University IPTE Community Health Practicum introduces physical therapist students to concepts related to the role of physical therapists in prevention and the promotion of health, wellness, and fitness. Physical therapist students have the opportunity to gain an understanding and appreciation of the relationship between health and wellness, physical therapist professionals, and the culture and needs of local social groups. Students participate in ongoing programming at three sites (Freedom Baptist Church After School Physical Activity Program, Widener Child Development Center Physical Activity Program, Stinson Towers Physical Activity Program.) Students also participate in one bike helmet giveaway/brain safety fair. Throughout the entire Community Health Practicum sequence, students engage in at least 30 hours of direct service-learning within the community.