This course consists of several aspects of communication. It will address therapeutic communication, and business communications, as well as oral presentation skills. Credits Organizational Behavior Overview of information, insights and skills necessary for the effective delivery of health care services to individuals in minority ethnic groups and cultures. Attention to those communication and assessment skills needed in order to positively effect the practitioner patient interaction and enhance compliance. This course deals with current issues facing the physical therapy profession.
Students participate in group discussions and complete a written project on a selected topic.
This course deals with ethical, moral, and legal issues affecting the delivery and reimbursement of health care and physical therapy services. Students will gain an understanding of the impact of applicable organizational controls, laws, codes, and standards, on the ethical decision-making process. Topics include confidentiality, abandonment, consent, managed care, resource allocation, reimbursement, and risk management issues. Students are required to participate in group discussions and complete written assignments on selected topics or questions. Legal and ethical issues related to topics including animal and human research, genetic engineering, cloning, alternative medicine, life support, organ donation, and telemedicine are analyzed.