DPT 713 Professional Seminar
The professional seminar for this semester has been designed to build upon your first full–time clinical experience, as well as discussions we have had in previous professional seminars (
DPT 612 through
DPT 712), to help you prepare for your final clinical experiences and future as a physical therapist. To accomplish these goals, this seminar has been designed collaboratively. A number of classes will be conducted by guest speakers, and topics are related to altruism, and working with patients in crisis and at end of life. You will have an opportunity to explore assistive technology and information sources (some related to the APTA) for patient treatment/education and/or professional development. We will continue to look at professional behaviors, emotional intelligence and professional development to help you continue on your path of evolving your professional identity. In addition, you will participate in a simulation lab experience with a focus on home care and working as part of an interprofessional team. It is our hope that you will find all of these classes helpful as you prepare for upcoming clinical experiences and move forward with your professional development feeling prepared, informed and confident in your abilities! Integrated Clinical Experiences (ICEs) will also be included within the course. Each student will be assigned to an ICE for 1 day a week for 4 to 5 weeks. They are planned to focus on developing skills in management of patients with neuromuscular impairments, pediatrics, and long-term care settings. These experiences are dependent upon clinic availability.