PT 813 - Lifespan II

4 Credit(s)

This course provides a foundation for physical therapy practice with individuals, infancy through adolescence. The course begins with a survey of normal growth and development in the areas of motor, cognitive, communication, and psychosocial development. Particular emphasis is placed on differentiating the typical from the atypical as a foundation for examination and evaluation of pediatric clients. Elements of standardized and developmental tests and measures as well strategies for physical therapy interventions for movement dysfunction in the pediatric population are explored. Students gain hands-on experiences through guided laboratory sessions and visits to pediatric clinical settings.