This course provides an understanding of the essential concepts of human embryogenesis.
Emphasis is placed on the role of birth defects as a major contributor to disabilities.
This course provides a framework for the development of professional behaviors and expectations. Emphasis will be placed on written and verbal communication, appreciation of individual and cultural differences, critical inquiry, educational skills, professional development and basic clinical skills. In addition to lectures, the student will participate in laboratory activities, group discussions, videotapes and case studies, which will facilitate professional and personal growth, patient handling skills and an appreciation of the characteristics and behaviors associated with physical therapists. This course provides a laboratory dissection experience of the gross anatomical structures of the human body. Cross sections are used to emphasize three-dimensional relationships that are revealed with modern imaging techniques.