Physical therapy means the art and science of physical or corrective rehabilitation or treatment of a person’s bodily or mental condition by the use of the physical, chemical, or other properties of heat, light, water, electricity, sound, massage, and active, passive, and resistive exercise. It includes physical therapy evaluation, treatment planning, instruction, and consultative services. It also includes the promotion and maintenance of physical fitness.
Program Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are statements of the kind of learning a program hopes a student will achieve. The PLOs describe the knowledge, skills, problem-solving, communication, and values that apply to all certificates and/or degrees within that program.
Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate social responsibility to improve quality of life for others and ensure equitable access for diverse groups by creating appropriate environments to initiate and maintain a physically active and a healthy lifestyle.
- Critically evaluate forms of information related to Kinesiology and physical education, the student’s personal health, and public health, including nutrition.
- Recognize fundamental concepts of physical activity, nutrition, and health, and apply critical thinking to solve problems from the student’s personal perspective and a public perspective.