PTA 221 - *Kinesiology for the PTA I

This course integrates functions of the nervous and musculoskeletal system with emphasis on normal joint structure; muscle attachments, actions and innervations; palpation skills and manual muscle testing. The physical therapist assistant student will be introduced to normal motion including movement patterns and gait patterns. Emphasis on lower extremity and trunk.

Semester Availability: SUMMER ONLY - Semester Availability is subject to change. See your advisor.

PREREQUISITES: PTA 110 and acceptance into the PTA program
Hours: Fifteen lecture and thirty laboratory hours per semester.
Vocational/Career Program Designation: *Designated primarily for vocational/career programs
This course may be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges and universities, but that decision is made by the receiving institution. This course is collegiate level work, but it has been developed with a purpose other than being a university parallel course.

Credits: (2)

Click here for the Fall 2025 Class Schedule

Click here for the Spring 2026 Class Schedule

Click here for the Summer 2026 Class Schedule