Leininger's transcultural model and Pender's model of health promotion focus the discussions. Health promotion of diverse populations is emphasized. Students conduct a needs assessment of a particular population group which allows for the integration of health promotion issues as they are affected by social, political, economic, ethical, and cultural policies. The course includes basic epidemiology, determinants of health, an overview of the health system, health providers, financing, and interdisciplinary practice models. 580 Community Service Project Students choose a volunteer agency within the community to which they provide needed services over the course of the semester.
Students develop written goals and submit a final report concerning the experience.
Students expand their neuroscience knowledge and repertoire of physical therapy examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and management skills for a broader variety of neuromuscular problems and more complex patient cases. This course provides students with the knowledge of organizational behavior as applied to problems and opportunities encountered in dealing with employees, work groups, several departments, and large systems, focusing on the development of professionals as effective leaders in health care organizations. The effects of changes in health care delivery patterns, professional roles, and the structure of organizations on individuals, their work, and institutions are examined. This course provides an overview of advanced and specialty topics in physical therapy, allowing students to integrate and apply previous knowledge and skills to new contexts. Topics to be covered include the anatomy, epidemiology, pathology, and overall management of individuals with burns, amputations, temporomandibular joint dysfunction, cervical headaches, rheumatoid arthritis, pediatric scoliosis, and women's health issues.