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Deborah Kartin
REHAB 517
Seattle Campus

Physical Therapy Seminar

Group seminar format focused on physical therapy topics pertaining to transcurricular and professional practice issues. Credit/no credit only.

Class description

The focus of Physical Therapy Seminar this quarter is on research in physical therapy. In order for therapists to develop a practice base that has its foundation in evidence, it is necessary to be able to effectively access and utilize the research literature in physical therapy and related fields. This is true for all therapists regardless of their area and context of practice. Effective use of the research literature requires both an understanding of various research methods and the ability to critically appraise research reports. In-class experiences and assignments are designed to provide the students the opportunity to further develop skills in: 1) literature search, 2) research methods, and 3) critical appraisal of the research literature.

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The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.
Last Update by Deborah Kartin
Date: 06/02/2006