Apr 17, 2024

Mercy College 2020-2021 Graduate Catalog

Mercy College 2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Nursing
	NURS 759 - End of Life and Palliative Care Management Credit(s): 1 Corequisite(s): NURS 749 Advanced Pharmacology Patients with serious illness are living longer and with greater disabilities. Palliative care interventions have been demonstrated to increase quality of life, lower costs and improve survival. It is crucial for family nurse practitioners and other primary care providers to understand how they can provide primary palliative care and when they should refer to palliative care specialists. This on line course will emphasize a patient- oriented care model whereby working inter-professional, the family nurse practitioner will contribute to comprehensive, individualized, coordinated care that support both primary care and palliative care. This course will review nursing and related healthcare literature that illustrates benefits of palliative care; discuss why primary care clinicians are ideally suited to incorporate palliative care into their practice; and provide guidance to primary care clinicians, particularly family nurse practitioners, how and when to access palliative care specialist services, how to gain more training in palliative care, and how to be reimbursed for palliative care visits. This course requires a grade of B (3.0) or better.
	NURS 771 - Clinical Practicum I: Family Nurse Practitioner (cc) Credit(s): 6 Prerequisite(s): NURS 748 , NURS 749 , NURS 751 , NURS 756 , NURS 758 , NURS 759 Provides advanced study of health maintenance, illness prevention, and disease screening practices. The diagnosis and management of alterations in cardiovascular, respiratory, hematological, and endocrine systems are explored. Recognition and management of selected emergency conditions presenting in primary care are reviewed. Historical perspectives, scope and standards of APN practice, ethical and cost-effective decision-making strategies, cultural considerations in primary care practice, and evidence-based practice are discussed. This is a core course and must be taken at the Dobbs Ferry campus. This course requires a grade of B (3.0) or better. For an explanation of the core course requirements, please click here .
	NURS 772 - Clinical Practicum II: Family Nurse Practitioner Credit(s): 6 Prerequisite(s): NURS 771 This course continues advanced study of health promotion, maintenance and selected abnormalities experienced by ambulatory patients. Assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and clinical decision-making related to abdominal, dermatological, orthopedic, neurological, psychiatric, and renal conditions are addressed. Public perception, marketing and financial considerations relating to advanced practice nursing also are explored. Research is emphasized and work on the student capstone project continues. This course requires a grade of B (3.0) or better.
	NURS 773 - Clinical Practicum III: Family Nurse Practitioner Credit(s): 6 Prerequisite(s): NURS 772 This course provides advanced study of health maintenance, illness prevention, and disease screening practices, focusing on the pediatric client and female reproductive years. Alterations in selected biological and social systems experienced are explored. Diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making, and modalities to influence healthy lifestyles are explored. Both acute and chronic manifestations, normal and emergency situations are considered. This course requires a grade of B (3.0) or better.
	NURS 899 - Maintenance of Matriculation Credit(s): No credit. Students are expected to register in successive terms to maintain status as a matriculated student. However, if a student cannot enroll in a term, maintenance of matriculation is required. The fee is processed as a registration. Maintenance of matriculation without attending class is limited to one year. Students who have not maintained matriculation and wish to return to their program within one year after their last course registration will be charged the fee for each missed term. Activated U.S. Military Reservists are not required to pay the fee.
Occupational Therapy
	OCTR 500 - Models of Occupational Therapy Practice (cc) Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course provides the conceptual foundations for occupational therapy practice. Students will study various occupationbased models in occupational therapy and will develop an understanding of the way in which theory and models of practice guide occupational therapy evaluation and treatment and provide a framework for understanding the client and the client’s response to intervention. Concepts of client-centered practice will be discussed throughout the course. The influence of contextual factors on occupational performance will be emphasized. Students will learn to identify the underlying assumptions, similarities and differences between different practice models. The course will also provide an introduction and overview of the clinical reasoning process involved in selecting assessment tools and interventions. Skills in occupational and activity analysis, which were initially introduced in the Introduction to Occupational Therapy course, will be further expanded and refined. Professional skills in interviewing, treatment planning, goal setting, and documentation will be linked with practice models. Students will learn to analyze clinical cases from the perspective of different models and develop the ability to articulate a rationale for occupational therapy assessment and treatment. This course requires student participation in online modules. In cases which a student has been dismissed from the Occupational Therapy Program, the student may request a dismissal review when he/she believes that extenuating circumstances effected his/her academic performance in the program. The student must follow the SHNS Program Dismissal Review Policy detailed at the beginning of the School of Health and Natural Sciences section of this catalog. Offered fall trimester only.* For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
	OCTR 503 - Applied Research Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an introduction to the basic language, logic and methods of research, as they relate to occupational therapy. Specifically, the course will provide the student with a basic understanding of evidence-based practice, research ethics and the literature review. These skills will establish a foundation to initiate research projects that will be developed in future courses. This course will begin the process to enable the student to become an informed consumer of occupational therapy research. Offered fall trimester only.
	OCTR 505 - Childhood and Occupational Therapy Practice Credit(s): 5 5 semester hours This course reviews the biopsychosocial components of human growth and development and the occupational functioning of typically developing children from birth to age 9. The effect that impairment can have on children’s health, occupational development, and occupational participation is then explored. Methods of assessing children’s capacities to participate fully in their present and developing occupations including assessing the underlying performance skills and performance patterns that underlie competent occupational performance are studied and practiced. Intervention approaches designed to facilitate occupational participation and performance within the contexts of children’s social, physical, and cultural environments are introduced, studied and practiced. Models of health care, educational, and community practice are explored as they affect occupational therapy service provision for children. Students develop basic skills in movement and activity analysis/synthesis, clinical observation, interviewing, and assessment techniques. They also learn an evidence-based approach to selection of appropriate practice frameworks and intervention strategies. Students learn to design appropriate intervention plans and study how to methodically select, modify and adapt intervention activities to promote the occupational participation and performance of children with disabilities. They learn to document assessment results, interpret assessment findings, set goals for intervention and plan appropriate intervention strategies and activities based upon assessment results. Student readings, assignments, class discussions and activities foster the integration of course knowledge with the students’ concurrent educational experiences in OCTR 506 (Fieldwork I Practicum Experiences: Facility/School or Hospital Based Programs) and OCTR 507 (Problem-Based Learning in Child Healthcare). This course requires student completion of online modules. Offered fall trimester only.
	OCTR 506 - Level I Fieldwork in Pediatric Occupational Therapy Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Level I Fieldwork is required by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education and includes those experiences designed to enrich didactic coursework connected with the pediatric developmental module with the Graduate Occupational Therapy Program. Level I Fieldwork is an opportunity to begin to integrate academic learning with clinical practice through directed observation and participation in selected aspects of the occupational therapy process in school, hospital-based, and home-based settings. Students are assigned to individual occupational therapy supervisors who they observe in the supervisor’s clinical site. Students, under structured supervision, participate in therapeutic interactions with individual pediatric clients as appropriate. The focus is on the development of clinical observation skills and designing individualized occupation based sessions for clients. Fieldwork experiences are structured around the assignments provided by the instructors, with emphasis on developing basic professional behavior; meeting patient/clients with a variety of diagnoses and degree of impairments; identifying general rehabilitation goals and methods utilized to achieve these outcomes in their fieldwork placement; and actively engaging in the supervisory process. Students are encouraged to identify personal reactions and feelings in relation to the fieldwork experience. This course requires student participation in online discussions and a minimum of 42 hours of fieldwork. Offered fall trimester only.
	OCTR 507 - Problem-Based Learning in Child Health Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour This Problem-Based Learning (PBL) course facilitates learning through small group discussion and analysis of real-life clinical scenarios related to the developmental stage of childhood. Students engage in communication, collaboration, and clinical reasoning during the process of understanding the relationship between the person, environment, and occupations. Cases typically encompass not only a given diagnosis, but also the impact of biological processes, environment and lifestyle on the individual, the community and society. Students are required to support clinical decisions with available evidence. This course requires student participation in online discussions. Offered fall trimester only.
	OCTR 510 - Adolescence and Occupational Therapy Practice Credit(s): 5 5 semester hours This course reviews the biopsychosocial components of human growth and development, typical occupational roles, and environments of persons in the developmental stages from late childhood through late adolescence. Students examine how children with and without disabilities weather the transition into adolescence and how adolescents with and without disabilities manage the transition into adulthood. Occupation-based methods of promoting healthy transitions and adaptation through adolescence into adulthood are studied, analyzed, and applied to typical adolescents and to adolescents with psychiatric and physical disabilities. Current issues in community and school mental health and related occupational therapy practice are also discussed. Students continue to refine their skills in client-centered interviewing, observation, assessment, goal setting, activity analysis, and intervention planning including developing occupation-based groups. They continue to apply an evidence-based approach to the selection of appropriate practice frameworks and intervention planning. Student readings, assignments, class discussions and activities foster the integration of course knowledge with the students’ concurrent educational experiences in OCTR 511 - Level I Fieldwork with Adolescent and Young Adult Clients in a Mental Health Setting and OCTR 512 - Problem-Based Learning in Adolescent Health . This course requires student completion of online modules. Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 511 - Level I Fieldwork with Adolescent and Young Adult Clients in a Mental Health Setting Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Level I Fieldwork is required by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education and includes those experiences designed to enrich didactic coursework connected with the adolescent developmental module with the Graduate Occupational Therapy Program. Level I Fieldwork is an opportunity for students to integrate academic learning about occupation-based group intervention with actual practice in developing and leading therapeutic groups for an assigned group of adolescent and young adult clients. Students refine their skills in client-centered interviewing and goals setting, activity analysis, clinical observation, administering assessments, developing and leading occupation-based group leadership skills. This course requires student participation in online discussions and a minimum of 42 hours of fieldwork. Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 512 - Problem-Based Learning in Adolescent Health Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour This Problem-Based Learning (PBL) course facilitates learning through small group discussion and analysis of real-life clinical scenarios related to the developmental stage of adolescence. Students engage in communication, collaboration, and clinical reasoning during the process of understanding the relationship between the person, environment, and occupations. Cases typically encompass not only a given diagnosis, but also the impact of biological processes, environment and lifestyle on the individual, the community and society. Students are required to support clinical decisions with available evidence. This course requires student participation in online discussions. Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 515 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment I Credit(s): 3 3.73 semester hours This course focuses on the process of occupational therapy evaluation and intervention with a pediatric population. It is designed to provide hands-on practice with different occupational therapy assessment tools as well as provide opportunities to observe, and analyze and design clinical interventions from various frames of reference. Treatment approaches including neurodevelopmental treatment, sensory integration, motor learning, cognitive/perceptual and biomechanical approaches are explored in depth and the integration of these approaches in treatment is emphasized. Treatment modalities such as adaptive equipment and environmental modifications are also explored in depth. Students develop interviewing strategies, observation skills and test administration skills as well as the ability to design and implement treatment plans and to work collaboratively with other disciplines. Clinical reasoning activities encourage students to view cases presented from multiple frames of reference based on clinical conditions, sociocultural and environmental factors as well as from systems perspective e.g. health care, education and community based. Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 516 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment II - Assistive Technology Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course will focus on the use of assistive technology in occupational therapy across the age span from childhood to adulthood, taking into consideration a wide range of client factors and activity limitations. It is designed to provide students with the opportunity to become aware of technology and equipment resources available to the occupational therapist, to gain experience in evaluation and intervention techniques using technology as well as experience in the recommendation and design of technology devices. Assistive technology will be presented as an integral part of comprehensive evaluation and intervention in a variety of occupational therapy frames of reference. Students will develop skilled observation techniques, specific skills, as well as the ability to design and implement intervention plans that incorporate assistive technology. Students will utilize problem solving and clinical reasoning skills to interpret evaluation data, design and implement treatment in collaboration with clients and families, taking sociocultural and environmental factors into consideration. Offered summer trimester only.
	OCTR 517 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment III – Splinting Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course delivers a concentrated presentation of one of the biomechanical treatment approaches utilized in occupational therapy intervention - splinting. Students will gain in-depth knowledge and learn the principles and techniques utilized in the fabrication and/or selection of static and dynamic splints. Selection of splints based on evidence and clinical reasoning will be examined. Students will design, fabricate, and fit splints to improve and enhance occupational performance based on scientific principles of kinesiology, biomechanics, and physics. Practical application of theory, assessment, treatment planning, and supervision of the occupational therapy assistant will be discussed. Provide design, fabrication, application, fitting, and training in orthotic devices used to enhance occupational performance and training in the use of prosthetic devices, based on scientific principles of kinesiology, biomechanics, and physics. Offered summer trimester only.
	OCTR 525 - Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods for Occupational Therapy Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course will address the important concepts of qualitative and quantitative research including the theoretical assumptions underlying the research process and procedures, and the value of research in occupational therapy. Students will learn how to critically analyze research in occupational therapy; interpret studies related to occupational therapy; and understand how research results inform occupational therapy practice. The major components of a research protocol (literature review, research design, data collection, statistical analysis, and the research report) will be reviewed and students will design a research proposal, collect data, analyze data using SPSS, and report results. Offered summer trimester only.
	OCTR 605 - Adulthood and Occupational Therapy Practice Credit(s): 5 5 semester hours This course examines the major life roles, tasks, contexts and environments of adulthood with an emphasis on analyzing the effect of life-stage challenges, illness and acquired impairments on occupational performance. Using a client-centered process, students gain in-depth knowledge and learn skills for identifying physical and psychosocial factors related to a variety of general medical surgical conditions and neuromotor impairments influencing engagement in meaningful occupation. Practical application of theory, evaluation and intervention approaches, and documentation are presented. An emphasis is placed on viewing clinical problems from a holistic perspective, generating a comprehensive evaluation plan, developing an occupation-based intervention approach based on clinical reasoning and available evidence that promotes health and participation through engagement in occupations. This course requires student completion of online modules. Offered fall trimester only.
	OCTR 606 - Level I Fieldwork in Adult Settings Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Level I Fieldwork is required by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education and includes those experiences designed to enrich didactic coursework connected with the adulthood developmental module within the Graduate Occupational Therapy Program. Level I Fieldwork is an opportunity to begin to integrate academic learning with clinical practice through directed observation and participation in selected aspects of the occupational therapy process in facility or hospital based settings. Students are assigned to individual occupational therapy supervisors who they observe in the supervisor’s clinical site. Students, under supervision, participate in therapeutic interactions with clients as appropriate, developing their clinical observation skills and ability to design client-centered occupation-based sessions to achieve desired outcomes. The fieldwork experience also emphasizes developing basic professional behavior and actively engaging in the supervisory process. Students are encouraged to identify personal reactions and feelings in relation to the fieldwork experience. This course requires student participation in online discussions and a minimum of 42 hours of fieldwork. Offered fall trimester only.
	OCTR 607 - Problem Based Learning in Adult Health Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Prerequisite(s): include successful completion of all prior coursework. Corequisite(s): OCTR 605 , OCTR 610 or Permission of Program Director. This Problem Based Learning (PBL) course facilitates learning through small group discussion and analysis of real-life clinical scenarios related to the developmental stage of adulthood. Students engage in communication, collaboration, and clinical reasoning during the process of understanding the relationship between the person, environment, and occupations. Cases typically encompass not only a given diagnosis, but the impact of biological processes, environment and lifestyle on the individual, the community and society. Students engage in concept mapping activities to explore the complexity of the cases and are required to support clinical decisions with available evidence. Students are exposed to electronic documentation to prepare for clinical practice. Offered fall trimester only.
	OCTR 610 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment IV Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course reviews occupational therapy evaluation and intervention with adult clients with biomechanical impairments. The possible activity limitations and participation restrictions resulting from such impairments and their contributing psychosocial factors are considered from various theoretical perspectives. Client centered evaluation and intervention approaches to a variety of orthopedic psychosocial conditions are examined through lecture and application to case scenarios. An emphasis is placed on viewing clinical problems from different perspectives and on generating alternative approaches to evaluation and providing meaningful, occupation based interventions to the adult client with biomechanical disorders. This course requires student completion of online modules. Offered fall trimester only.
	OCTR 615 - Geriatrics and Occupational Therapy Practice Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course examines the major life roles, occupations, and environments of the older adult. This course introduces students to those elements that contribute to making the age of maturity productive and filled with meaningful occupation. Emphasis is on evidence based occupational therapy evaluation and intervention for activity limitation and participation restrictions commonly associated with the aging process due to musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, neurological and psychosocial impairments. Issues related to chronic and terminal illness are explored. Recognition and importance of the role of occupational therapy in the community is emphasized. Client centered practice and the use of meaningful occupation, roles and goals of the older adult are examined in relation to promoting health and wellness. Skills for assessing the older persons’ functional performance and intervention methods to teach self-help and maintain independent daily living skills are explored. This course explores the therapeutic relationship with the geriatric population and their families and investigates the role of occupational therapy in assessment and intervention of family and caregiver needs. This course requires student completion of online modules. Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 616 - Level I Fieldwork with Older Adult Clients Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Level I Fieldwork is required by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education and includes those experiences designed to enrich didactic coursework connected with the geriatric developmental module with the Graduate Occupational Therapy Program. Level I Fieldwork is an opportunity for students to integrate academic learning about occupation-based group intervention with actual practice in developing and leading therapeutic groups for an assigned group of older adult clients. Students refine their skills in client-centered interviewing and goals setting, activity analysis, clinical observation, administering assessments, developing and leading occupation-based group leadership skills. Students are required to support clinical decisions with available evidence. This course requires student participation in online discussions in which students are encouraged to identify personal reaction and feelings in relation to the fieldwork experience and respond to peers regarding their experiences and reactions. A minimum of 42 hours of fieldwork experience is required. Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 617 - Problem Based Learning in Geriatric Health Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Prerequisite(s): include successful completion of all prior coursework. Corequisite(s): OCTR 615 , OCTR 619 or Permission of Program Director. This Problem Based Learning (PBL) course facilitates learning through small group discussion and analysis of clinical cases related to the developmental stage of late adulthood. Students engage in communication, collaboration, and clinical reasoning during the process of forming questions, investigating possible answers, and understanding the relationships among the person, environment, and occupations. Cases typically encompass not only a given diagnosis, but also the impact of biological processes, environment and lifestyle on the individual, the community and society. Students engage in concept mapping activities to explore the complexity of the cases and are required to support clinical decisions with available evidence. Students are exposed to electronic documentation to prepare for clinical practice. Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 619 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment V — Cognition and Occupation Credit(s): 2 2 semester hours This course examines the role of cognition in engagement in occupation, adaptation, participation and quality of life. Students practice observing and analyzing cognitive perceptual components of occupational performance in everyday activities. The impact of dysfunction on all areas of life including social participation, behavior, personality, emotional responses, and activities of daily living (ADL) will be highlighted. Limitations in cognitive perceptual abilities will be addressed within the context of various theoretical perspectives and approaches. Practical application of theory, evaluation and intervention to a variety of clinical conditions involving cognitive, perceptual symptoms will be examined. Clinical scenarios will be discussed in small discussion groups as well as a large class. An emphasis is placed on viewing clinical problems from different perspectives and on generating alternative approaches to assessment and treatment of the client with cognitive difficulties. Evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning will be integrated throughout the course. Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 620 - Occupational Therapy Management and Leadership Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours The course focuses on the managerial skills and organizational knowledge essential for professional occupational therapy practice. The course emphasizes the development of basic skills in supervisory relationships, professional identity, leadership and management skills. Using authentic learning cases, students will explore the realities of the current health care system as well as emerging trends, different models of health care and the impact of organizational, political and economic realities on occupational therapy practice. Students explore available evidence (e.g., literature, laws and regulations, professional standards, association documents, etc.) to support practice and management decisions. This course is intended to enhance student knowledge and skills in preparation for fieldwork and one’s career in the profession. In order to assist students to integrate essential organizational, professional and ethical concepts into their habits and behavior, the course will include the following tracks: (1) values and ethics of professional practice, (2) service delivery models of practice, (3) service management, (4) supervision of occupational therapy teams, (5) communication and advocacy, and (6) professional responsibilities of occupational therapy practitioners. This course requires completion of e-learning modules using the Blackboard platform Offered spring trimester only.
	OCTR 623 - Clinical Education II (first placement) Credit(s): 4 This first Level-II fieldwork provides students with an in-depth, supervised experience in delivering occupational therapy services to clients in a specific population and setting. Students focus on the application of meaningful occupation, administration, and management of occupational therapy services under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist. The fieldwork experience promotes growth in the student’s clinical reasoning and reflective practice along with exploration of the values and beliefs that enable the student to prepare for ethical professional practice. Sixty days (minimum of 6.5 hour day or 400 hours) or 12 weeks full-time Level II Fieldwork Experience is required for this placement. Hours for student attendance are determined by the clinical site in coordination with the occupational therapy program and may include some weekend or evening hours. The time commitment is equivalent to a full-time job. Part-time fieldwork experiences are arranged upon mutual agreement between the fieldwork site, OT Program, and OT student and must be at least 50 percent of a full-time equivalent at the site and in compliance with state regulations. This course requires student participation in online discussions.
	OCTR 623A - Clinical Hours Credit(s): 0.5 Students enrolled in this no cost course while registered for their first Level II fieldwork experience.
	OCTR 625 - Clinical Education II (second placement) Credit(s): 4 the student’s clinical reasoning and reflective practice along with continued exploration of the values and beliefs that enable the student to prepare for ethical professional practice. Sixty days (minimum of 6.5 hour day or 400 hours) or 12 weeks full-time Level-II Fieldwork Experience is required for this placement. Hours for student attendance are determined by the clinical site in coordination with the occupational therapy program and may include some weekend or evening hours. The time commitment is equivalent to a full-time job. Part time fieldwork experiences are arranged upon mutual agreement between the fieldwork site, OT Program, and OT student and must be at least 50% of a full-time equivalent at the site and in compliance with state regulations. This course requires student participation in online discussions.
	OCTR 625A - Clinical Hours Credit(s): 0.5 Students enrolled in this no cost course while registered for their first Level II fieldwork experience. NOTE: Clinical Education II (OCTR 623 /OCTR 625 ) must be successfully completed within 24 months of the didactic course work.
	OCTR 635 - Specialty Fieldwork II (optional) Credit(s): 1–3 Specialty fieldwork is an opportunity to explore in greater depth an area of interest or to develop clinical skills in an area of practice that has a narrower focus than the required Level II fieldwork experiences (e.g. technology, hand rehabilitation, burns, neonatology, etc.). The specialty fieldwork is completed after students have completed the entire didactic portion of the curriculum and two required generalized Level II fieldwork experiences. This optional fieldwork earns one credit per month of full-time practice (minimum of 120 hours per credit).
	OCTR 636/637/638 - Advanced Topics in Pediatric Occupational Therapy Credit(s): 4 (2 OCTR 636, 1 OCTR 637, 1 OCTR 638) In this series of courses, students have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and experience in a specialized area of occupational therapy practice. Students work in small groups to investigate and study the issues, related theory, and professional evidence based literature within a special topic area within pediatrics. Students are then provided with opportunities to support program development or the research process related to the specific practice issue(s) studied, analyzed and critiqued. Students observe related clinical/educational practice as appropriate and then work closely with faculty members and community clinicians/stakeholders to develop and create clinical/educational materials, assist professionals in program analysis or development, or participate in a clinical research study. Students also explore how their work may be extended for expanded OT practice or further research to support the everyday functioning of consumers. Students register for a series of courses over the course of one academic year to complete requirements for this advanced topics section of curriculum. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 120 hours completing their capstone project.
	OCTR 639/640/641 - Advanced Topics in Occupational Therapy Adult Rehabilitation Credit(s): 4 (2 OCTR 639, 1 OCTR 640, 1 OCTR 641). In this course, students have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and experience in a specialized area of occupational therapy practice. Students work in small groups to investigate and study the professional literature and issues within a special topic area within occupational therapy rehabilitation with adult clients. Students are provided with opportunities to support program development or the research process related to the specific practice issue(s) studied, analyzed and critiqued. Students observe related occupational therapy practice as appropriate and work closely with faculty members and community clinicians/ stakeholders to develop and create clinical / educational materials, assist professionals in program analysis or development, or participate in a research study. Students also explore how their work may be extended to sup-port occupational therapy practice in the selected area. Students will read about and discuss programs in specialized areas of practice (e.g., lymphedema, orthopedics, mental health, etc.) at the individual, group, and population level, for people with and without disabilities, and in a variety of environments. The course series, completed over the course of one academic year, guides the student in the development of a program or research activity related to an advanced practice issue in a chosen practice area/setting. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 120 hours completing their capstone project.
	OCTR 642/643/644 - Advanced Topics in Occupational Therapy Neurorehabilitation Credit(s): 4 (2 OCTR 642, 1 OCTR 643, 1 OCTR 644). In this course, students have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and experience in a specialized area of occupational therapy practice. Students work in small groups to investigate and study the professional literature and issues within a special topic area within occupational therapy based neurorehabilitation. Students are provided with opportunities to support program development or the research process related to the specific practice issue(s) studied, analyzed and critiqued. Students observe related occupational therapy practice as appropriate and work closely with faculty members and community clinicians/ stakeholders to develop and create clinical / educational materials, assist professionals in program analysis or development, or participate in a research study. Students also explore how their work may be extended to support occupational therapy practice in the selected area. Students will read about and discuss programs in neurorehabilitation at the individual, group, and population level in a variety of environments. The course series, completed over the course of one academic year, guides the student in the development of a program or research activity related to neurorehabilitation in a chosen practice area/setting. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 120 hours completing their capstone project.
	OCTR 645/646/647 - Advanced Topics in Community Health and Wellness Credit(s): 4 (2 OCTR 645, 1 OCTR 646, 1 OCTR 647). In this course, students have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and experience in a specialized area of occupational therapy practice. Students work in small groups to investigate and study the professional literature and issues within a special topic area within community wellness such as older driver safety, fall prevention, or aging in livable communities. Students are provided with opportunities to support program development or the research process related to the specific practice issue(s) studied, analyzed and critiqued. Students observe related occupational therapy practice as appropriate and work closely with faculty members and community clinicians/ stakeholders to develop and create clinical / educational materials, assist professionals in program analysis or development, or participate in a research study. Students also explore how their work may be extended to support occupational therapy practice in the selected area. Students will read about and discuss programs in community health and wellness at the individual, group, and population level, for people with and without disabilities, and in a variety of environments. The course series, completed over the period of one academic year, guides the student in the development of a program or research activity related to a health issue in a chosen practice area/setting. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 120 hours completing their capstone project.
	OCTR 699 - Independent Study in Occupational Therapy Credit(s): 1–3 This is an original course of study planned by the student in conjunction with a graduate faculty member for the purposes of providing the opportunity for the graduate student to pursue a particular practice or content area of interest or to conduct a project that advances professional preparation.
	OCTR 890 - Capstone Continuation Credit(s): No credit, but cost is equivilant to one Students who have completed all coursework but have not completed their advanced topics capstone project within the required one term must register for this course each subsequent term until the project is completed. No credit, but cost is equivalent to one credit. Students may only register for OCTR 890 Capstone Continuation for a maximum of two trimesters.
	OCTR 899 - Maintenance of Matriculation Credit(s): No credit. Students are expected to register in successive terms to maintain status as a matriculated student. However, if a student cannot enroll in a term, maintenance of matriculation is required. The fee is $100 per term and is processed as a registration. Maintenance of matriculation without attending class is limited to one year. Students who have not maintained matriculation and wish to return to their program within one year after their last course registration will be charged the fee for each missed term. Activated U.S. Military Reservists are not required to pay the fee.
Organizational Leadership
	ORGL 510 - Becoming a Transformational Leader Credit(s): 3 An introduction to the study and practice of transformational leadership. Students will develop an understanding of the differences between management and leadership, while examining levels of leadership in historical context from the hierarchical leadership of the industrial era to the generative leadership of the interactive-information era. Students will increase their emotional and cognitive self-awareness through a process of inquiry that will enable them to identify their leadership commitment. Through self-assessments, they will identify their current performance competencies and develop transformational practices to increase their effectiveness as leaders.
	ORGL 515 - Practicing Ethical Leadership Credit(s): 3 A study of ethics is the basis of any leadership process. Students will examine the role of leaders in setting and maintaining ethical standards for teams, communities, and organizations. Students will recognize that leaders must continuously examine their personal values and address the question of what they should stand for. They will examine conflicts between personal values, organizational values, and the ethical choices that they must make as leaders. They will develop an awareness of the need for leaders to make ethical choices that are not based solely on personal values or on organizational values.
	ORGL 520 - Aligning Meaning and Purpose Credit(s): 3 A study of how leaders unleash human potential in themselves and others by creating an environment in which there can be an alignment of an individual’s meaning and purpose with the values and goals of the organization. Through a process of inquiry, students will identify what is meaningful in their own lives and will discover how meaning can be aligned with purpose in order to generate commitment. They will examine the role of emotional maturity in generating commitment in themselves and others.
	ORGL 540 - Collaborative Communication Credit(s): 3 A study of how groups achieve superior outcomes through collaborative communication. Through a process of inquiry, students will recognize their communication barriers (assumptions, beliefs, and attitudes), and they will develop strategies for communicating effectively as leaders of teams and as members of teams. They will identify effective behaviors for giving and receiving critical feedback. They will explore ways of handling conflict effectively through appropriate communication.
	ORGL 545 - Leading Diverse Teams Credit(s): 3 Prerequisite(s): A study of the challenges and opportunities of leading diverse teams. Through a process of inquiry, students will recognize the challenges they face in leading teams whose members are diverse with respect to gender, race, ethnicity, culture and other factors. They will develop strategies for effectively leading diverse teams, based on an awareness of differences among members. They will discover the potential advantages of teams whose members have a wide variety of perspectives, and they will develop ways of building high-performance teams through the creative tension that is generated by these perspectives.
	ORGL 550 - Leading Team Projects Credit(s): 3 A study of how team projects are envisioned, developed, and implemented effectively. Students will examine how leaders establish and facilitate team projects to serve internal and external customers through continuous innovation in procedures, processes, products, and services. In a team project, students will demonstrate their understanding of the impact of time constraints, human resources, quality standards and other factors on team projects. Students will generate realistic commitments and establish in advance a clear set of acceptable outcomes. They will evaluate project success by applying relevant qualitative and quantitative metrics.
	ORGL 570 - Building Sustainable Organizations Credit(s): 3 A study of how leaders build sustainable organizations in changing environments. Students will examine organizations as open systems that interact with external environments, which are always presenting challenges and opportunities. Students will explore the role of leaders in maintaining the core values of an organization, while redefining its purpose and initiating changes in strategies, structures, policies, processes and systems in order to sustain organic growth in environments where change may be continuous or discontinuous. Students will identify particular challenges and opportunities in the interactive information era.
	ORGL 575 - Developing Learning Systems Credit(s): 3 A study of how leaders develop and maintain organizational environments that foster continuous learning. Students will explore the role of leaders in connecting human ingenuity, technology, and environmental change in order to improve organizational effectiveness in an era when competitive advantage resides in the continuous development of knowledge workers. From a systems perspective, students will examine the process of continuous learning in complex open systems. They will learn how to create a practical framework for a learning environment that supports inquiry and develops the capacity to anticipate uncertain futures.
	ORGL 580 - Implementing Change Initiatives Credit(s): 3 A study of how leaders initiate and implement change in organizations. Students will learn to identify opportunities or necessities for change. They will examine how individuals internalize the process of change, how change affects organizational energy, how conditions for change are created, and how change initiatives are presented. They will develop the capacity to propose and implement change initiatives that are aligned with the organization’s purpose and values. In a team project, which serves as the capstone project for the program, students will demonstrate their capacity to envision and initiate change in an organizational context.
	ORGL 589 - Capstone Preparation Seminar Credit(s): 3 A directed research project required for MSOL candidates that draws upon the knowledge and skills acquired with the completion of the graduate curriculum. Under the supervision of the Head of the MSOL Program, a suitable research topic associated with the student’s case study analysis papers is selected. The final research paper will take the form of a Thesis. A preliminary outline of the topic areas is then prepared. After both the topic and preliminary outline have been approved, the program director and the student select a qualified mentor to assist with the subsequent research for the detailed outline and actual writing of the paper. (HRMG 785 or MBAA 810 may substitute for this course.)
	ORGL 590 - Professional Development Plan/Research Project (cc) Credit(s): 3 Prerequisite(s): Thesis preparation course ORGL 589 The research project is a work in progress that begins with the first course in the program. Students will use the Integrative Case Studies courses to synthesize the work that they have done in the previous three courses, which after further revisions will become a section of their research paper. Students will also complete a personal/professional development plan after the last course. The final research project will consist of the revised three sections of the research paper and the student’s personal/professional development plan. For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, please see the Academic Regulations and Procedures and Student Policies page.
	ORGL 890 - Capstone Continuation Credit(s): No credit, but cost is equivalent to one credit. Students who have completed all coursework but have not completed their Capstone project within the required subsequent term must register for this course each subsequent term until the project is completed. Only two consecutive terms of capstone continuation registration permitted.
	ORGL 899 - Maintenance of Matriculation Credit(s): No credit. Students are expected to register in successive terms to maintain status as a matriculated student. However, if a student cannot enroll in a term, maintenance of matriculation is required. The fee is $100 per term and is processed as a registration. Maintenance of Matriculation without attending class is limited to one year. Students who have not maintained matriculation and wish to return to their program within one year after their last course will be charged the fee for each missed term. Activated U.S. Military Reservists are not required to pay the fee.
Physical Therapy
	PHTR 500 - Introduction to Physical Therapy Measurement Credit(s): 2 2 semester hours The course consists of lecture and laboratory exposure to basic physical therapy measurements. Principles of joint range of motion, postural assessment, muscle flexibility, and strength testing are included. Students are expected to be able to perform postural assessments, goniometric evaluations and manual muscle testing in standard and modified positions. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 505 - Pharmacology for Physical Therapy Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour This course provides the physical therapy student with knowledge on how drugs interact with the human body. Basics concepts of pharmacokinetics are introduced and the major classifications of drugs commonly prescribed to patients referred to physical therapy are covered, as are possible side effects and implications for rehabilitation. Special emphasis is placed on drugs affecting the nervous system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system and musculoskeletal system. Offered summer trimester only.
	PHTR 506 - Kinesiology Credit(s): 4 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab Prerequisite(s): HLSC 303-Human Anatomy with Cadaver Lecture, PHYS 160- Physics for the Life Sciences I (these are undergraduate courses- please refer to the undergraduate catalog for the course descriptions) and PHTR 507 . This course will provide students with a sound working knowledge of several aspects of theoretical and clinical kinesiology including osteokinematics, arthrokinematics, biomechanics, and bone and muscle palpation. Joint structure and function as well as properties of muscle function (e.g., synergists, agonists, antagonists, active and passive insufficiency, length/tension relationship will be stressed. Students will learn a variety of techniques for evaluation and testing human motion and, in the laboratory portion of the course will practice surface anatomy and palpation and measurement of normal movement. Abnormal and compensatory movement due to injury or disease will be studied by viewing videos of patients. Principles of biomechanics will be presented and tested in hands-on-activities and problems that include calculations of torque, composition and resolution of forces. Additional course fee applies. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 507 - Human Gross Anatomy Laboratory Credit(s): 2 4 hours lab Corequisite(s): PHTR 513 Human Gross Anatomy This laboratory course will focus on regional anatomy emphasizing the relationship between various structures including bones, muscles, neurological system, vascular system, internal organs and related relevant structures. Students will apply anatomical knowledge to clinical cases emphasizing physiological and pathophysiological function. The laboratory is designed to facilitate the study of human gross anatomy through the dissection of human cadavers and examination of skeletal materials and anatomical models. Additional course fee may apply. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 508 - Applied Physiological Foundations of Exercise Credit(s): 1 This course will explore the applied physiological foundations of exercise. This course will move from substrates and their effects on exercise, through metabolic processes, to energy systems. Various exercise states will be identified, and the body’s immediate response and long-term adaptation will be explored. Nutrition and its impact on movement will be detailed. Information from metabolic gas analysis will be coupled with other clinical tests and measures to design exercise programs. The course will culminate in the application of principles of exercise physiology in the prescription/progression of exercise for health and prevention across the lifespan and in the treatment of various patients and at risk populations. Current research will provide the basis for examining the evidence underlying principles of exercise for various populations across the lifespan. Offered Summer trimester only.
	PHTR 509 - Physiology Credit(s): 3 3 hours lecture Students will continue their detailed study of the human body, dealing with the remaining organ systems of the body: digestion, respiration, circulation, immunity, urinary and osmoregulation, hormone secretion and function, and reproduction. Physiological review of body systems will include emphasis on the cardiovascular system, pulmonary system, endocrine system, metabolic system, gastrointestinal system, genitourinary system, and integumentary system. Related regional neuromusculoskeletal system components, and regional lymphatic system components will also be reviewed. Embryological aspects associated with system development will be introduced and reviewed where appropriate. The graduate student will be provided with a sound working knowledge of the structure and function on the human body with emphasis on the physiological mechanisms related to the maintenance of homeostasis. The integration of multiple body systems during normal and abnormal function will also be reviewed. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 511 - Rehabilitation Research I Credit(s): 2 1.25 hours lecture, .75 hours online This is the first course in a three course sequence designed to develop the doctor of physical therapy student as a researcher, an advanced consumer of research, and an evidence based practitioner. This course provides a thorough introduction to research methodology and evidence based practice. Students will learn to search the literature, critically analyze studies, and apply research results to clinical practice. The course will emphasize critical thinking and will include an introduction to the scientific method, the research process, study designs, research validity, research ethics and critical appraisal. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 512 - Neuroscience for Physical Therapy Credit(s): 4 This course is an advanced study of the anatomy and function of the human neurologic system. Neuroscience will be studied primarily through a system and regional approach but histology and imaging of the nervous system will also be discussed. Clinical correlations, pain, and presentations of diseases and dysfunctions that are relevant to current physical therapy practice will be introduced. Offered in Spring trimester only.
	PHTR 513 - Human Gross Anatomy Credit(s): 3 Corequisite(s): PHTR 507 Human Gross Anatomy Laboratory This course will supply students with a strong knowledge of all structures in the human body with a detailed study of the musculoskeletal system along with a strong emphasis on the nervous, and vascular systems. The relationship between structure and function will be addressed and the integration of these body systems during normal and abnormal function will be reviewed. Basic concepts of motion will be presented. Course structure will focus on regional anatomy and therefore will emphasize the relationship between various structures including muscles, nerves and arteries. This course provides a framework for the co-requisite laboratory of dissection of human cadavers. Every effort will be made to correlate material covered in the lecture portion of the course with laboratory instruction and dissection. Offered Fall trimester only.
	PHTR 516 - Patient/Client Management I (cc) Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course reviews the history of the profession and prepares the student to participate in today’s varied health care environments. Professional ethics, values and responsibilities will be introduced. Students will develop professional skills including clinical reasoning, effective communication, interview skills, system screening and proper documentation. Specific tests and measures will be covered such as vital signs, sensory and balance testing. The course is designed to foster attitudes and abilities in students so they will have a commitment to continuing personal professional growth, including learning through self-directed and independent study. Offered summer trimester only. For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
	PHTR 520 - Motor Learning and Control Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Prerequisite(s): HLSC 410- Applied Neuroscience for the Rehabilitation Professional (Please refer to the Undergraduate Catalog for course description) This course provides an introduction to normal motor learning and motor control. Motor control is considered from analysis of neural mechanisms and systems; biomechanical and kinesiological aspects; and behavior and functional considerations. Issues related to the analysis and learning of motor skills are presented. Offered summer trimester only.
	PHTR 525 - Pathology for Rehabilitation Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course examines the effects of pathological conditions on individuals across the lifespan. It explores pathology as it relates to the rehabilitation potential for patients with disorders of the cardiopulmonary, endocrine, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, hepatic, integumentary, musculoskeletal and renal systems. Students investigate the etiology, epidemiology, clinical presentation, medical and surgical management of patients with pathologies of the systems outlined above and the impact of the disorders on rehabilitation management. Offered summer trimester only.
	PHTR 531 - Rehabilitation Research II Credit(s): 2 1.25 hours lecture, .75 hours online This is the second course in the three course research sequence and builds upon content from Rehabilitation Research I. The focus of this course is on practical concepts needed for research implementation. Topics covered include biostatistics, statistical software, data collection, epidemiology, and outcomes research. Evidence based practice and practical application are emphasized throughout. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 535 - Childhood and Physical Therapy Practice Credit(s): 6 6 semester hours The concentration of this course is the study of the developmental stages of childhood. The course will compare and contrast typical and atypical development, including the most prevalent pediatric disorders. Students will develop the clinical skills needed to perform assessment and develop intervention strategies. Laboratory experiences include demonstration of typical and atypical development, assessments and intervention techniques. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 536 - Childhood and Problem-Solving Application Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Corequisite(s): PHTR 535 . The concentration of this course is the application of critical thinking and problem-solving as it pertains to the issues encountered in the developmental stage of childhood. The course involves online discussion in which students engage in clinical decision-making to develop solutions for case studies. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 541 - Patient/Client Management II Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course will consist of lecture and laboratory exposure to a variety of basic physical therapy examination and interventions. Students will utilize the evaluation process utilizing the patient/client management format from the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice. Prior examination skills will be expanded upon along with new skills including: gait and movement analysis. Students will conduct and write a mock physical therapy evaluation, and develop a therapeutic exercise program based on these findings. Principles and application of therapeutic exercise and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) will be presented. Students will be expected to demonstrate competence in the integration of heath, wellness and fitness for clients of special populations. Students will also be expected to demonstrate competence in basic PNF techniques, and basic exercise prescription to improve: ROM/flexibility, stability, strength, power, function, balance, and endurance. Students will be expected to demonstrate basic transfer techniques, assessment and prescription of appropriate gait assistive devices, draping and positioning techniques, and evaluating the work environment incorporating sound principles of body mechanics in all class activities. Evidence based practice and clinical applications will be emphasized in all units. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 545 - Adolescence and Physical Therapy Practice Credit(s): 5 5 semester hours The concentration of this course is the study of adolescence. The course reviews the multiple problems in the transition from childhood to adulthood. The most common causes of impairment/disability encountered in this age group are examined including spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and other musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiopulmonary disorders. Students are exposed to the impact of these disorders on the patient’s social, functional and family life. Students develop the clinical skills needed to perform assessment and develop intervention strategies. Practicum experiences include demonstration and review of assessments and intervention techniques. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 546 - Adolescence and Problem-Solving Application Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Corequisite(s): PHTR 545 . The concentration of this course is the application of critical thinking and problem solving as it pertains to the issues encountered in the developmental stage of adolescence. The course involves online discussion in which students engage in clinical decision-making to develop solutions for case studies. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 556 - Physical Therapy: Ethics, Values and Practice Credit(s): 1 This course builds upon professional ethics, values and responsibilities introduced in previous courses, reinforcing them through application to clinical situations in order to prepare students for entry into clinical internship. Students will practice effective coping and communication skills, as well as explore issues related to the code of ethics and core values of professionalism. Practice management issues such a billing and payment for services rendered, effective documentation and legal requirements will be covered. Students will be exposed to issues such as fraud and abuse as they relate to utilization of physical therapist services along with abuse of vulnerable populations. Career development of the physical therapist as a leader, teacher, and advocate will be explored in multiple settings to prepare the student for the evolving health care environment. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 561 - Patient/Client Management III Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course offers lecture and laboratory exposure to a variety of entry-level physical therapy assessment and intervention techniques. Assessment of the musculoskeletal, neurologic and integumentary systems will be explored. Interventions geared towards connective tissue, pain, edema, and neural recovery will be covered. Basic manual therapy techniques such as myofascial techniques and joint mobilization of the peripheral joints will be covered. Biophysical agents to be covered through lecture and laboratory experiences will include: mechanical compression, spinal traction, continuous passive motion, lasers, EMG, biofeedback, diathermy, extracorporeal shockwave therapy, superficial heat and cold, iontophoresis, phonphoresis and electrical stimulation. Evidence based practice and clinical applications will be emphasized in all units. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 566 - Introduction to Teaching and Learning Credit(s): 1 This course is designed is explore the educational role of physical therapists as learners and educators with a focus on the education of health professionals, clients, families and community members. Emphasis is placed on teaching, learning and motivation theories, learning styles and needs, and their applicability in the clinical, professional and academic environments. Topics will include human learning theories; cultural and gender differences; and developing behavioral for use in the classroom, community, and clinical facilities. Students will explore the role of the clinical instructor as a teacher/supervisor in preparation for future participation in clinical education activities. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 567 - Teaching and Learning Application in Physical Therapy Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour This course is designed is explore the educational role of physical therapists as learners and educators with a focus on the education of health professionals, clients, families and community members. Emphasis is placed on teaching strategies and learning styles and their applicability in the professional and academic environments. Topics will include the implications that age, culture, and gender have on learning; developing instructional strategies and media; and exploring assessment tools for use in the classroom, community, and clinical facilities. Offered summer trimester only.
	PHTR 590 - Special Topics in Physical Therapy Credit(s): 1 A variety of topics pertinent to Physical Therapy will be offered.
	PHTR 605 - Basic Clinical Education Credit(s): 3 Minimum of 280 hours This is a full-time eight-week clinical experience occurring in the summer trimester of the second year of the DPT program. It occurs in a variety of physical therapy practice settings under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Students are provided with an opportunity to apply the didactic material from prior trimesters, including clinical reasoning, evaluation, application of treatment techniques, documentation, and communication skills. Successful completion of this clinical education experience is required to continue with the physical therapy curriculum. Scheduled hours are determined by the clinical site in coordination with the Director of Clinical Education (DCE). Generally, the physical therapy student will complete an equivalent to 35-40 hour per week for 8 weeks. Students should expect to be at this clinical experience 5 days per week. The specific schedule is at the discretion of the clinical site. Offered summer trimester only.
	PHTR 611 - Rehabilitation Research III Credit(s): 2 2 semester hours This is the third course in the three course research sequence and builds upon content from Rehabilitation Research I and II. The focus of this course is on advanced topics in research and evidence based practice. Topics covered include methodological research, measurement theory, and clinically relevant statistics. Students will learn how to examine study results from a variety of perspectives. Offered summer trimester only.
	PHTR 616 - Adulthood and Physical Therapy Practice I Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course examines the maturational stages of adulthood with emphasis upon musculoskeletal and neurological changes with development. In-depth examination of functional disorders and other conditions involving the musculoskeletal and neurological systems of the peripheral limbs and associated influence from the spine are explored. The impact of these disorders on the functional capacity for performance of life tasks are also evaluated. Also covered are the application and practice of examination, evaluation and intervention techniques as well as diagnosis for the peripheral joints. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 617 - Adulthood and Physical Therapy Practice II Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course examines the maturational stages of adulthood with emphasis upon musculoskeletal and neurological changes with the spine and related joints. In-depth examination of functional disorders and other conditions involving the musculoskeletal and neurological systems of the spine are completed. Examination and intervention for women’s health issues are also discussed. Exploration of the impact of these disorders on the functional capacity for performance of life tasks is completed. This course also covers the application and practice of examination, evaluation and intervention techniques as well as diagnosis for the spine. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 618 - Adulthood and Problem-Solving Application Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Corequisite(s): PHTR 616 and PHTR 617 . The concentration of this course is the application of critical thinking and problem solving as it pertains to the issues encountered in the developmental stage of adulthood. The course involves online discussion in which students engage in clinical decision-making to develop solutions for case studies. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 619 - Medical Differential Diagnosis Credit(s): 2 2 semester hours The physical therapist’s role as an independent practitioner working in a collaborative medical model requires the ability to identify signs and symptoms of systemic disease that can mimic neuromusculoskeletal dysfunctions. The content of this course includes a discussion of physical therapy diagnosis, interviewing techniques, and a review of systemic origins of neuromusculoskeletal pain. This course enables the student to recognize clinical manifestations that warrant a referral to another member of the health care team. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 620 - Professional Management and Administration Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours This course involves the study of administrative and organizational knowledge essential to the professional practice. Students are exposed to issues such as changes in the health care environment; managed care and reimbursement. The course also addresses issues in bioethics; legal aspects of physical therapy; technology; program planning and marketing. The course integrates professional concepts and reinforces professional competencies. Offered summer trimester only.
	PHTR 621 - Radiology for Physical Therapy Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour This course covers the basic elements of clinical interpretation, and indications of imaging techniques. Various imaging modalities including plane film X-ray, magnetic resonance, computerized tomography and radioisotope imaging are covered. Selection protocols for each are discussed to acquaint the student with advantages and disadvantages of each method and the type of information each technique best presents. This course focuses on the clinical interpretation and practical integration of imaging data into rehabilitation treatment regimen design and communication with other medical professionals. Offered fall trimester only.
	PHTR 627 - Maturity and Physical Therapy Practice I Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours Corequisite(s): PHTR 631 Maturity and Problem Solving Application The normal developmental process of aging, abnormal adjustments to aging, and ethical issues associated with aging. Common causes of psychological dysfunction including: Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, depression, will be covered. The most common causes of cardiovascular and pulmonary dysfunction encountered in the older adult will be examined including: atherosclerosis, pulmonary disease, cardiac disease, diabetes, peripheral vascular disease and wound care. Diagnostic testing, appropriate physical therapy examination skills and physical therapy interventions for each of the above will be covered. Command over concepts learned in Pathology and the ability to apply it to clinical examples will be required in this course. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 628 - Maturity and Physical Therapy Practice II Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours Corequisite(s): PHTR 631 Maturity and Problem-Solving Application This course will focus on dysfunctions involving the neurological and musculoskeletal systems experienced by the older adult. Common causes of neurological and musculoskeletal dysfunction encountered by the older adult will be examined including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, vestibular disorders, ALS, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis, including joint replacement. Diagnostic tests, physical therapy examination and appropriate physical therapy intervention will be covered. Students will be expected to integrate knowledge of the normal and abnormal aging process (covered in Maturity I) for each of the major dysfunctions covered in this course and will be required to demonstrate the ability to apply concepts learned in pathology to clinical scenarios. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 630 - Case Study Clinical Problem Solving Credit(s): 3 3 semester hours In this course, students synthesize processes and strategies to promote effective clinical reasoning and problem solving. Case studies are used with a variety of diagnoses, settings, and age groups to facilitate the development of clinical reasoning skills. Students are expected to utilize the didactic knowledge gained throughout the curriculum as they work with simulated patients through the entire course of treatment from chart review, evaluation, treatment planning and instruction, written documentation and discharge planning. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 631 - Maturity and Problem-Solving Application Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour Corequisite(s): PHTR 627 and PHTR 628 . The concentration of this course is the application of critical thinking and problem solving as it pertains to the issues encountered in the developmental stage of maturity. The course involves online discussion in which students engage in clinical decision-making to develop solutions for case studies. Offered spring trimester only.
	PHTR 699 - Independent Study Credit(s): 1–3 This course provides students with an opportunity to complete a special project or area of study, designed by the student, faculty member and program director to maximize a current educational experience covering material not currently offered as a regular course.
	PHTR 700 - Advanced Clinical Education I Credit(s): 3 Minimum of 280 hours This full-time eight-week clinical experience, occurring in the summer trimester of the third year of the DPT program, takes place in a variety of physical therapy practice settings under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Students are provided with an opportunity to integrate the comprehensive didactic material of professional coursework, from the prior 8 trimesters, as well as utilizing advanced assessment and treatment techniques, documentation and clinical reasoning. Scheduled hours are determined by clinical site in coordination with the Director of Clinical Education (DCE). Generally, the physical therapy student will complete an equivalent to 35-40 hour per week for 8 weeks. Students should expect to be at this clinical experience 5 days per week. The specific schedule is at the discretion of the clinical site.
	PHTR 701 - Advanced Clinical Experience I Credit(s): 5 Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all prior physical therapy coursework in the curriculum sequence. This is a 12-week full-time clinical experience performed after the spring semester of the final year. To participate in this clinical experience, students must satisfactorily complete all course work in the program. In order to expose the student to a breadth of physical therapy experiences, this affiliation will be completed in a setting that is different from the Basic Clinical Education experience. Since students have completed all coursework, they are expected to perform at the advanced intermediate level on the clinical assessment form in any setting including acute care hospital, long-term care/subacute/rehab, outpatient, or orthopedic setting. (420 hours supervised clinical education / 1 cr 84 hours)
	PHTR 702 - Advanced Clinical Experience II Credit(s): 5 Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all prior physical therapy coursework in the curriculum sequence. This is a 12-week full-time clinical experience performed in the fall of the final year. To participate in this clinical experience students must satisfactorily complete all course work in the program and successfully completed BCE and ACEI. In order to expose the student to a breadth of physical therapy experiences, this affiliation will be completed in a setting that is different than the Advanced Clinical Experience I. The setting may be a specialty setting or students may return to a similar setting to that of BCE to gain more in-depth experience in a particular area of practice. Since students have completed all course work and this is their final clinical experience they are expected to perform at the entry level on the clinical assessment tool by the end of this experience in any setting including: acute care hospital, long term care/subacute/rehab, outpatient, orthopedic or any specialty setting. (420 hours supervised clinical education / 1cr 84 hours)
	PHTR 705 - Advanced Clinical Education II Credit(s): 3 Minimum of 280 hours This full time, eight-week clinical experience occurring under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, in a variety of physical therapy practice settings, provides students with an opportunity to enhance the clinical skills gained during previous clinical experiences and to integrate knowledge gained from the entire didactic curriculum. Additional learning experiences provided may be collaboration in interprofessional practice, participation in continuum of care, administration, and supervision of physical therapist assistants and other support personnel. Upon completion of this experience, the student is expected to function at or near the minimum entry-level competence of physical therapists. Scheduled hours are determined by clinical site in coordination with the Director of Clinical Education (DCE). Generally, the physical therapy student will complete an equivalent to 35-40 hour per week for 8 weeks. Students should expect to be at this clinical experience 5 days per week. The specific schedule is at the discretion of the clinical site.
	PHTR 706 - Clinical Education Continuation Credit(s): 6 Students whose clinical education placements extend into the fall semester must maintain matriculation by registering for this course.
	PHTR 708 - Specialty Clinical Education: Credit(s): 1–3 This course allows students to gain experience in a supervised clinical education placement in an area of physical therapy specialization (i.e., neonatal, advanced orthopedics, cardiopulmonary, burns).
	PHTR 709 - Research Externship I Credit(s): 2 2 semester hours Physical Therapy Externship I provides students with individual mentorship and group supervision by a Mercy Mentor. The course is designed to facilitate successful participation as an investigator in a physical therapy research project. Students work either individually or in small groups (up to four students) on their specific research project and meet periodically over the course of the academic year with their Mercy Mentor to review their work and plan future objectives. Discussions revolving around the research process are designed to provide students with guidance and support. The program’s emphasis on critical thinking and active problem solving in clinical practice is further reinforced through the research component of the curriculum. During the research externship, faculty and experienced clinicians serving as on-site research mentors who provide ongoing supervision. There is an emphasis on using clinical reasoning concepts throughout the research process and to function effectively as a collaborative member of a research team. Students are expected to complete their research plan and data collection as part of Physical Therapy Externship I (PHTR 709). Clinical research begins with the identification of a topic of interest, from which one or more questions are raised. Questions are based upon a thorough understanding of the topic in question. Questions can be formulated from studies in the literature that offer conflicting results, studies that leave a gap in the clinical knowledge or studies that open the door to future research by posing more questions based on what has already been done. Once the student is familiar with the topic and has formulated sound research questions the next step is to pose research hypotheses, based upon a theoretical framework, about the particular research questions. Methods are then developed to test these hypotheses and the study is carried out. The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program places great emphasis on critical thinking and active problem solving in clinical practice. A thorough understanding of - (and the ability to apply) clinical research literature is tremendously important to this process. The more students are exposed to research, the greater their understanding will be when they become a practicing clinician.
	PHTR 710 - Research Externship II Credit(s): 2 2 semester hours Physical Therapy Externship provides students with individual mentorship and group supervision by a Mercy Mentor. The course is designed to continue and complete the students’ participation as an investigator in a physical therapy research project. Students work either individually or in small groups (up to four students) on their specific research project and meet periodically over the course of the academic year with their Mercy Mentor to review their work and plan future objectives. The Physical Therapy Program’s emphasis on critical thinking and active problem solving in clinical practice is further reinforced through the research component of the curriculum. In Research Externship, faculty and experienced clinicians serving as on-site research mentors provide ongoing supervision. There is an emphasis on using clinical reasoning concepts throughout the research process and to function effectively as a collaborative member of a research team. Students are expected to complete their data analysis and produce a peer reviewed level paper (based on submission guidelines for PT Journal) as part of Research Externship II. Clinical research begins with the identification of a topic of interest, from which one or more questions are raised. Questions are based upon a thorough understanding of the topic in question. Questions can be formulated from studies in the literature that offer conflicting results, studies that leave a gap in the clinical knowledge or studies that open the door to future research by posing more questions based on what has already been done. Once the student is familiar with the topic and has formulated sound research questions the next step is to pose research hypotheses, based upon a theoretical framework, about the particular research questions. Methods are then developed to test these hypotheses and the study is carried out. The Physical Therapy Program places great emphasis on critical thinking and active problem solving in clinical practice. A thorough understanding of (and the ability to apply) clinical research literature is tremendously important to this process. The more students are exposed to research, the greater their understanding will be when they become a practicing clinician.
	PHTR 711 - Research Externship Continuation Credit(s): Equivalent of 1 Students who have not completed their research project by the required timeline must register for each term until their project is completed.
	PHTR 720 - Advanced Clinical Education III Credit(s): 3 Minimum of 280 clinical hours This full time, eight-week clinical experience occurring under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, in a variety of physical therapy practice settings, provides students with an opportunity to enhance the clinical skills gained during previous clinical experiences and to integrate knowledge gained from the entire didactic curriculum. Students may be placed in a specialty setting or return to a setting type of a previous experience to gain more in-depth, specialty skills. Additional learning experiences provided may be collaboration in interprofessional practice, participation in continuum of care, administration, and supervision of physical therapist assistants and other support personnel. Upon completion of this clinical education experience, the student is expected to function at or above the minimum entry-level competence of physical therapists. Scheduled hours are determined by clinical site in coordination with the Director of Clinical Education (DCE). Generally, the physical therapy student will complete an equivalent to 35-40 hour per week for 8 weeks. Students should expect to be at this clinical experience 5 days per week. The specific schedule is at the discretion of the clinical site.
	PHTR 730 - Professional Preparation Capstone Credit(s): 1 1 semester hour This course is a capstone course to guide students in their career development. This includes preparation for the National Physical Therapy License Exam (NPTE); career development in resume writing and interviews; and identifying future career paths including residencies and specializations.
	PHTR 890 - Capstone Continuation Credit(s): No credit, but cost is equivalent to only credit. Students who have completed all coursework but have not completed their capstone project within the required one term must register for this course each subsequent term until the project is completed. Only two consecutive terms of capstone continuation registration permitted.
	PHTR 899 - Maintenance of Matriculation Credit(s): No credit. Students are expected to register in successive terms to maintain status as a matriculated student. However, if a student cannot enroll in a term, maintenance of matriculation is required. The fee is $100 per term and is processed as a registration. Maintenance of Matriculation without attending class is limited to one year. Students who have not maintained matriculation and wish to return to their program within one year after their last course will be charged the fee for each missed term. Activated U.S. Military Reservists are not required to pay the fee. Note: All physical therapy classes may require an online component and students are expected to have internet access and to participate in online discussion.

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Course Descriptions

NURS 759 - End of Life and Palliative Care Management

NURS 771 - Clinical Practicum I: Family Nurse Practitioner (cc)

NURS 772 - Clinical Practicum II: Family Nurse Practitioner

NURS 773 - Clinical Practicum III: Family Nurse Practitioner

NURS 899 - Maintenance of Matriculation

OCTR 500 - Models of Occupational Therapy Practice (cc)

OCTR 503 - Applied Research

OCTR 505 - Childhood and Occupational Therapy Practice

OCTR 506 - Level I Fieldwork in Pediatric Occupational Therapy

OCTR 507 - Problem-Based Learning in Child Health

OCTR 510 - Adolescence and Occupational Therapy Practice

OCTR 511 - Level I Fieldwork with Adolescent and Young Adult Clients in a Mental Health Setting

OCTR 512 - Problem-Based Learning in Adolescent Health

OCTR 515 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment I

OCTR 516 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment II - Assistive Technology

OCTR 517 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment III – Splinting

OCTR 525 - Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods for Occupational Therapy

OCTR 605 - Adulthood and Occupational Therapy Practice

OCTR 606 - Level I Fieldwork in Adult Settings

OCTR 607 - Problem Based Learning in Adult Health

OCTR 610 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment IV

OCTR 615 - Geriatrics and Occupational Therapy Practice

OCTR 616 - Level I Fieldwork with Older Adult Clients

OCTR 617 - Problem Based Learning in Geriatric Health

OCTR 619 - Occupational Therapy Assessment and Treatment V — Cognition and Occupation

OCTR 620 - Occupational Therapy Management and Leadership

OCTR 623 - Clinical Education II (first placement)

OCTR 623A - Clinical Hours

OCTR 625 - Clinical Education II (second placement)

OCTR 625A - Clinical Hours

OCTR 635 - Specialty Fieldwork II (optional)

OCTR 636/637/638 - Advanced Topics in Pediatric Occupational Therapy

OCTR 639/640/641 - Advanced Topics in Occupational Therapy Adult Rehabilitation

OCTR 642/643/644 - Advanced Topics in Occupational Therapy Neurorehabilitation

OCTR 645/646/647 - Advanced Topics in Community Health and Wellness

OCTR 699 - Independent Study in Occupational Therapy

OCTR 890 - Capstone Continuation

OCTR 899 - Maintenance of Matriculation

ORGL 510 - Becoming a Transformational Leader

ORGL 515 - Practicing Ethical Leadership

ORGL 520 - Aligning Meaning and Purpose

ORGL 540 - Collaborative Communication

ORGL 545 - Leading Diverse Teams

ORGL 550 - Leading Team Projects

ORGL 570 - Building Sustainable Organizations

ORGL 575 - Developing Learning Systems

ORGL 580 - Implementing Change Initiatives

ORGL 589 - Capstone Preparation Seminar

ORGL 590 - Professional Development Plan/Research Project (cc)

ORGL 890 - Capstone Continuation

ORGL 899 - Maintenance of Matriculation

PHTR 500 - Introduction to Physical Therapy Measurement

PHTR 505 - Pharmacology for Physical Therapy

PHTR 506 - Kinesiology

PHTR 507 - Human Gross Anatomy Laboratory

PHTR 508 - Applied Physiological Foundations of Exercise

PHTR 509 - Physiology

PHTR 511 - Rehabilitation Research I

PHTR 512 - Neuroscience for Physical Therapy

PHTR 513 - Human Gross Anatomy

PHTR 516 - Patient/Client Management I (cc)

PHTR 520 - Motor Learning and Control

PHTR 525 - Pathology for Rehabilitation

PHTR 531 - Rehabilitation Research II

PHTR 535 - Childhood and Physical Therapy Practice

PHTR 536 - Childhood and Problem-Solving Application

PHTR 541 - Patient/Client Management II

PHTR 545 - Adolescence and Physical Therapy Practice

PHTR 546 - Adolescence and Problem-Solving Application

PHTR 556 - Physical Therapy: Ethics, Values and Practice

PHTR 561 - Patient/Client Management III

PHTR 566 - Introduction to Teaching and Learning

PHTR 567 - Teaching and Learning Application in Physical Therapy

PHTR 590 - Special Topics in Physical Therapy

PHTR 605 - Basic Clinical Education

PHTR 611 - Rehabilitation Research III

PHTR 616 - Adulthood and Physical Therapy Practice I

PHTR 617 - Adulthood and Physical Therapy Practice II

PHTR 618 - Adulthood and Problem-Solving Application