PT 710 The Socio-Cultural Aspects of Human Interaction

General principles of human interaction, communication, and relationships are presented, including self, professional-patient, and interdisciplinary strategies for understanding adaptations to disease and disability. The content of the course includes discussion of health disparities and social determinants of health, health literacy, and issues of healthcare access.  The student will develop skills needed to be culturally competent in physical therapy practice.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Successful completion of all trimester five physical therapy courses.