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2022-2023 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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NUR 709 - Organizational and Systems Leadership - Role Development 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course expands the students’ knowledge of care delivery approaches, with emphasis on accountability for patient and/or population safety in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. The student incorporates principles of business, finance, economics, and health policy to healthcare delivery and ethical challenges.
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NUR 710 - Applied Informatics and Change Systems 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course prepares the student to apply new knowledge, manage individual and aggregate level information, and assess the efficacy of patient care technology appropriate to the chosen area of expertise
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NUR 711 - DNP Project Extension 1 Cr. Hrs.
This residency allows the student to continue work on their DNP project with their faculty advisor. This is a repeatable class until the project is complete.
Prerequisite(s): Cohort model classes
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NUR 715 - Scholarly Writing for Nursing and Healthcare 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course will promote the development of scholarly writing techniques required for a variety of applications within nursing and healthcare, including writing for publication and grant application preparation. Ethical and legal issues associated with writing within the profession will be explored. Critical appraisal of sources for evidence-based practice to enhance scholarly writing will be emphasized.
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NUR 733 - DNP Transition to Practice for the Executive Leader 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course is the culmination of all residency experiences preparing the student to demonstrate and refine both leadership and management skills within the role of the executive leader.
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NUR 790 - DNP Transition to Practice 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course is a culmination of all residency experiences preparing the student to demonstrate and refine assessment skills, foundational practice knowledge, and application of biophysical, psychosocial, behavioral, sociopolitical, cultural, economic, and nursing science. The student demonstrates advanced levels of clinical judgment, systems thinking, and accountability in designing, delivering, and evaluating evidence-based care.
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NUR 801 - Clinical Extension Class for Nurse Practitioner Students 1 Cr. Hrs.
This is a one-hour clinical extension class for nurse practitioner students who could not complete their clinical hours within the three previous clinical classes. This class must be approved by the program coordinator (either PMHNP or FNP depending on the type of student) before the student’s enrollment.
Grading Basis: Pass/Fail Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Spring
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Pathology |
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PATH 500 - Human Anatomy for Pathologists’ Assistants 8 Cr. Hrs.
In this comprehensive course of human structure and function, students will learn gross anatomy through performance of cadaveric dissection and use of the virtual anatomy platform, Anatomage, as well as other anatomic models. In addition, students will correlate gross anatomic findings with various modes of radiologic imaging including X-rays, ultrasound, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Students will gain an understanding of anatomic orientation and planes of sectioning and will systematically study the anatomic features of the skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, urinary, nervous, integumentary, lymphatic/lymphoid, endocrine, as well as male and female reproductive systems. Study of human anatomy will be supplemented with a variety of clinical case studies highlighting anatomic abnormalities and disease states. In addition to attendance at lectures and laboratories, students will complete a comprehensive final project detailing an anatomic abnormality including epidemiologic features, clinical presentation, morphogenesis, and treatment.
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall
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PATH 505 - Medical Terminology for Pathologists’ Assistants 2 Cr. Hrs.
This class is a prerequisite for PATH 550, surgical and autopsy techniques. This class will investigate the etymology of medical and surgical terminology. It will concentrate on the abbreviations, prefixes, suffixes, and root words commonly used in the medical and surgical fields. The class will encompass basic anatomy, planes, of section, orientation, disease processes, diagnostic tests, and procedures. The basic building blocks will be assessed initially. This will be followed by a breakdown of organ systems. The systems covered include: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, digestive, cardiac, lymphatic, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive. The class will then progress to diagnostic testing to include radiology, oncology, and nuclear medicine. There will also be an emphasis on descriptive terms often used during gross dissection of surgical specimens and autopsies. The student will be provided pictures of different tissue and disease processes and required to describe the entity in a succinct and accurate way. Weekly pathology related articles will be required to be read and a brief synopsis submitted. This will ensure the student is comprehending the medical terminology and able to apply their knowledge. This class is a prerequisite for PATH 550, surgical and autopsy techniques. This class will investigate the etymology of medical and surgical terminology. It will concentrate on the abbreviations, prefixes, suffixes, and root words commonly used in the medical and surgical fields. The class will encompass basic anatomy, planes, of section, orientation, disease processes, diagnostic tests, and procedures. The basic building blocks will be assessed initially. This will be followed by a breakdown of organ systems. The systems covered include: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, digestive, cardiac, lymphatic, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive. The class will then progress to diagnostic testing to include radiology, oncology, and nuclear medicine. There will also be an emphasis on descriptive terms often used during gross dissection of surgical specimens and autopsies. The student will be provided pictures of different tissue and disease processes and required to describe the entity in a succinct and accurate way. Weekly pathology related articles will be required to be read and a brief synopsis submitted. This will ensure the student is comprehending the medical terminology and able to apply their knowledge.
Prerequisite(s): NA Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall
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PATH 510 - Human Histology & Histotechnology 4 Cr. Hrs.
In this complementary course to human anatomy, student will learn basic tissue types including epithelia, connective tissue, vascular, lymphatic/lymphoid, and neural tissue. Students will subsequently learn the microscopic anatomy of all organ systems and begin to appreciate cellular and tissue changes associated with disease states through use of microscopic examination supplemented with online atlases of histology. Students will understand the basics of routine tissue preservation, processing, and staining (including hematoxylin and eosin stained tissue sections) used in the clinical environment to generate histologic sections studied in pathology. In addition, students in this course will learn special histologic techniques used in clinical settings including preparation of frozen sections (cryomicrotomy), the use of special histochemical stains including those employed to detect various intracellular and extracellular accumulations, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, molecular techniques including in-situ hybridization, as well as transmission and scanning electron microscopy. Students will gain an appreciation for troubleshooting various histologic issues associated with gross dissection and tissue processing of specimens. At the conclusion of the course, students will present a project outlining common challenges and potential solutions affecting collaboration between pathologist assistants and histotechnologists.
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall, Spring
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PATH 512 - Human Physiology 4 Cr. Hrs.
In this introductory course of integrative organ system physiology and maintenance of homeostasis in humans, students will understand structural-functional relationships by systematically studying all organ systems of the human body. This course includes the study of cell, tissue, and organ physiology with relevance to pathologist assistant practice. Students will be introduced to pathophysiologic concepts for each organ system of the human in preparation for general and systemic pathology courses. Student learning will be supplemented with a variety of clinical case studies relevant to pathologists assistants, as well as journal club, and online physiologic simulations.
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall, Spring
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PATH 514 - Human Embryology and Genetics 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course is a comprehensive introduction to human embryology and human genetics. This course will interface with the topics of PATH 500 (Human Anatomy). Students will learn embryologic development of all organ systems of the human and understand abnormalities of human embryologic development relevant to the study of pathology. Students will be introduced to basic human genetics covering Mendelian inheritance patterns and clinical syndromes most relevant to pediatric pathology including genetic and embryologic correlations. Students will be introduced to the study of dysmorphology and its relevance to recognizing common genetic/congenital abnormalities. Students will also be introduced to molecular pathology through the study of common laboratory testing modalities employed in the assessment of genetic germline and acquired genetic abnormalities including molecular applications in surgical pathology and oncology. Students will complete and present a course project on a human disease state associated with specific genetic abnormalities and embryologic defects.
Prerequisite(s): NA Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall, Spring
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PATH 516 - Microbiology and Immunology 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course is a comprehensive introduction to all areas of clinical microbiology including bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology, as well as immunology. Human pathogens with most relevance to pathologist assistants will be explored including the study of pathogenic structure, genetics, mechanisms of disease, and growth/life cycles. In addition, this course will explore the fundamentals of disease prevention and mechanism of action of all major classes of antimicrobial drugs. Particular attention will be devoted to laboratory safety measures related to microbiology in pathologist assistant practice in both the surgical pathology laboratory as well as the autopsy suite. Student will learn optimum methods of obtaining microbiology samples for culture and identification as well as special techniques applicable to molecular testing, as well as fungal, viral, and mycobacterial testing. This course will also explore techniques employed in clinical microbiology laboratories including culture and sensitivity testing, molecular techniques, and MALDI-TOF, with the goal of having the student proficient in collaboration with the clinical microbiology laboratory. Students will also be introduced to immunology through the study of humoral and cellular immunity including the topics of immune cells and tissues, antibody structure/function, complement, antibody diversity, immunologic memory, and the study of diseases of the immune system. Students will also appreciate understand the use of immunologic techniques related to the clinical microbiology laboratory and serologic testing.
Prerequisite(s): NA Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PATH 518 - General Pathology 7 Cr. Hrs.
In this course, students will be introduced to the mechanisms of human disease. Students will apply knowledge from other courses including anatomy, embryology, genetics, physiology, and microbiology/immunology as they apply to all major classes of disease. Specifically, students will explore reversible and irreversible cellular injury, cellular accumulations, inflammation, wound healing and repair, cell death, infectious disease, coagulation disorders, genetic diseases, and mechanisms of neoplasia. Students will begin to apply their understanding of general pathology to clinical manifestations of disease. This course seeks to facilitate integration of material from other basic sciences courses and apply these to clinical practice. Inclusion of patient case studies will be used to reinforce basic science concepts. In addition, students will participate in a journal club, interprofessional education grand rounds, and prepare a project highlighting an area of disease research and potential clinical applications.
Prerequisite(s): NA Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PATH 520 - Systemic Pathology 7 Cr. Hrs.
This is a comprehensive study of the pathology or all human organs/organ systems. Taking concepts learned in all other basic science courses, students will integrate knowledge from these courses to understand gross morphologic, histologic, cellular, and molecular changes associated with disease states. For each disease, students will learn epidemiologic features, etiology, pathogenesis, gross pathology, microscopic pathology, and treatment. Course concepts will be reinforced with a variety of clinical case studies pertinent to the practice as a pathologist assistant. Students will correlate knowledge of systemic pathology to the autopsy and surgical pathology techniques course as they prepare to begin their clinical rotations as a pathologist assistant student. At the culmination of this course, students will prepare and present a comprehensive review of a disease state of their choice to all faculty and student colleagues, and discuss the pathologist assistant’s approach to properly assessing the disease state in order for a pathologic diagnosis to be rendered.
Prerequisite(s): NA Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PATH 550 - Surgical and Autopsy Techniques 8 Cr. Hrs.
PATH 505 and 525 are prerequisites for this class. This course will cover surgical grossing techniques, autopsy techniques, and basic photographic principles and techniques. The surgical grossing techniques will initially break down the approach to surgical specimens. It will cover basic safety in a laboratory, protective equipment, disposal of instruments and trash, storage of specimens, radioactive specimens, and fundamentals of dissection. The fundamentals will provide in detail specimen orientation, the requisition form, proper specimen identifiers, anatomic orientation, dissection of the specimen, handling tissues, inking the specimen, opening and sectioning the specimen, fixing/storing the specimen, and sampling the specimen. The gross description will be covered in which PATH 505 will be utilized. We will work on proper syntax, complete sentences, and succinct and accurate descriptions of the specimen. We will cover factual description that includes size, weight, color, shape, and consistency of the specimen as well as thorough descriptions of any lesions. The course will give a brief review of common specimen processing techniques. It will cover intraoperative consults and the basics of frozen sections. The course will provide the techniques needed for all major grossing categories such as the digestive system, breasts, lungs, whipples, lymph nodes, skin, head and neck, genitourinary, reproductive, etc. A brief introduction to photographic principles and techniques will be provided. The surgical grossing techniques will also help correlate CAP (College of American Pathologists) requirements with how a specimen is grossed for ultimate understanding of the process. A lab component will be available so students can become accustomed to the grossing station, tools, and tissue while practicing some of the basic techniques.
The autopsy techniques will initially address the basic definitions of cause of death, manner of death, mechanism of death, mode of death, forensic and hospital autopsy, coroner, medical examiner, livor mortis, and rigor mortis. The differences between physical trauma injuries, patterned injuries, injuries of forcible sexual assault, injuries of child abuse, and injuries of elder abuse will be addressed. The process of a proper autopsy will be covered, and techniques required to do external and internal examinations. The external examination is concerned with the condition of the outer surface of the body including any wounds, bruises, medical equipment, and general condition of the body. The internal examination will entail the complete evisceration of the organs, special techniques, and prosection of organs. The course will also cover the requirements for creating a PAD (preliminary autopsy diagnosis).
Prerequisite(s): PATH 505 AND PATH 525 Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Spring, Summer
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PATH 601 - Lab management for Pathologists’ Assistants 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course will explain the basic functions and requirements of an anatomic pathology laboratory. Principles of laboratory management, human resource management, financial management, and operations will be covered. The principles of laboratory management will focus on quality management in the laboratory including path of workflow, quality control, quality assurance, quality management systems, and compliance. Laboratory quality starts with the people. The principles of laboratory management will also cover organizational structure, principles of leadership, management functions, and manager decision making with process improvement.
Human resource management will entail human resource guidelines and regulations, job analysis, work descriptions, work groups, performance evaluation, and education with training. Financial management will look at the fundamental vocabulary including balance sheets, assets, liabilities, revenue, etc. This component of the class will break financial management into planning, decision making, organizing, and implementation. Cost/benefit analysis, effective budgeting in a laboratory, cost of quality, and healthcare reimbursement will also be covered. Operations will entail compliance issues, regulations, laboratory safety, workflow and staffing, laboratory information systems, marketing concepts, and ethical issues in laboratory management
Prerequisite(s): NA Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PATH 602 - Curriculum Development and Leadership for Pathologists’ Assistants 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course will cover the basics of curriculum development and leadership skills. The components of curriculum development that will be addressed are mission statements, goals, and objectives, learning outcomes, evidence, and measures, pedagogies and projects, and assessment strategies. This course will also address how to design a course and syllabus, how to conduct a class, and how to evaluate students. The students will be required to pick a topic related to pathology and present to the class. Lastly, the class will cover leadership basics which will include effective leadership styles, leadership traits and skills, and theories of motivation.
Prerequisite(s): NA Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall
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PATH 620 - Pathology Review I 1 Cr. Hrs.
This course will act as a review of the previous didactic classes with occasional testing. This will concentrate heavily on the pathological disease processes, slide work, gross information, and clinical scenarios.
Prerequisite(s): PATH 518
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PATH 621 - Pathology Review II 1 Cr. Hrs.
This course will act as a review of the previous didactic classes with occasional testing. This will concentrate heavily on the pathological disease processes, slide work, gross information, and clinical scenarios. This is a continuing review from PATH 620.
Prerequisite(s): PATH 520
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Spring
Formerly: NA
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PATH 622 - Pathology Review III 1 Cr. Hrs.
This course will act as a review of the previous didactic classes with occasional testing and is a continuation for reviews from PATH 620 and PATH 621. This will concentrate heavily on the pathological disease processes, slide work, gross information, and clinical scenarios.
Prerequisite(s): PATH 550
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Summer
Formerly: NA
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PATH 650 - Practicum for Pathologists’ Assistants I 8 Cr. Hrs.
PATHA 550 is a prerequisite for this course. This course will require the student to undergo clinical rotations. Clinical rotation sites are numerous and include private practice, academic centers, hospitals, and forensic centers located in and around South Carolina. The student will need to utilize their previous learning and apply it to tasks presented to them. They will begin by grossing simple and small cases and progress to large and complex surgical specimens. The student will be assessed by the onsite pathologists’ assistant who is in direct contact with the program director. They will be expected to not only progress in level of specimen complexity but also in speed, competency, efficiency, communication, and multi-tasking. The student will also partake in frozen sections, which is a near immediate diagnosis during the time of surgery, and autopsies. The student will have the opportunity to eviscerate and prosect hospital autopsy cases and assist in non-criminal cases. This class will take part in the second Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
Prerequisite(s): PATH 550 Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Spring, Summer
Formerly: NA
This a clinical laboratory experience at local hospitals, clinics and pathology labs.
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PATH 651 - Practicum for Pathologists’ Assistants II 8 Cr. Hrs.
PATH 550 is a prerequisite for this course. This course will require the student to undergo clinical rotations. Clinical rotation sites are numerous and include private practice, academic centers, hospitals, and forensic centers located in and around South Carolina. The student will need to utilize their previous learning and apply it to tasks presented to them. They will begin by grossing simple and small cases and progress to large and complex surgical specimens. The student will be assessed by the onsite pathologists’ assistant who is in direct contact with the program director. They will be expected to not only progress in level of specimen complexity but also in speed, competency, efficiency, communication, and multi-tasking. The student will also partake in frozen sections, which is a near immediate diagnosis during the time of surgery, and autopsies. The student will have the opportunity to eviscerate and prosect hospital autopsy cases and assist in non-criminal cases. This class will take part in the second Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
Prerequisite(s): PATH 550 Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Spring, Summer
Formerly: NA
This a clinical laboratory experience at local hospitals, clinics, and pathology labs.
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PATH 652 - Practicum for Pathologists’ Assistants III 8 Cr. Hrs.
PATH 550 is a prerequisite for this course. This course will require the student to undergo clinical rotations. Clinical rotation sites are numerous and include private practice, academic centers, hospitals, and forensic centers located in and around South Carolina. The student will need to utilize their previous learning and apply it to tasks presented to them. They will begin by grossing simple and small cases and progress to large and complex surgical specimens. The student will be assessed by the onsite pathologists’ assistant who is in direct contact with the program director. They will be expected to not only progress in level of specimen complexity but also in speed, competency, efficiency, communication, and multi-tasking. The student will also partake in frozen sections, which is a near immediate diagnosis during the time of surgery, and autopsies. The student will have the opportunity to eviscerate and prosect hospital autopsy cases and assist in non-criminal cases. This class will take part in the second Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
Prerequisite(s): PATH 550 Corequisite(s): NA
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Spring, Summer
Formerly: NA
This a clinical laboratory experience at local hospitals, clinics, and pathology labs.
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PT 700 - Orientation to the Physical Therapy Profession 2 Cr. Hrs.
This orientation course provides an introduction to the physical therapy profession including its history and trends, core values, role delineations, and organizational structure. Program policies and procedures are reviewed along with medical terminology, isolation techniques, emergency procedures, and HIPPA regulations. Strategies for effective learning, interpersonal communication,and team buidling are also introduced.
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PT 706 - Clinical Human Anatomy 1 3 Cr. Hrs.
This advanced anatomical study allows students to develop an in-depth knowledge and appreciation of the intricate design of the human body including the structure of the extremities, spine, thorax, and internal organs and their embryonic derivations. Through the use of virtual dissection tools and the study of gross cadaver prosections, students will also have an opportunity to detect anatomical anomalies or pathological changes and relate these deviations to movement dysfunction. This course emphasizes the structure of the back and lower extremities.
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PT 707 - Clinical Human Anatomy 2 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course is a continuation of PT 706 which emphasizes the structures of the head, neck, upper extremities, thorax, and abdomen.
Prerequisite(s): PT 706
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PT 710 - Biomechanics & Kinematics of Human Motion 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course applies previously learned physical and biomechanical principles to the human body to develop a working knowledge of the osteokinematic and arthrokinematic motions that produce functional movement patterns. Students begin to develop the palpation skills needed to locate specific bony or soft tissue landmarks as well as assess joint play, end feels, muscle tone, and postural alignment. Components of the gait cycle are introduced as students also learn to differentiate normal and deviant gait patterns.
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PT 715 - Physiology of Movement 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course presents an overview of the normal regulatory function of the skeletal, neuromuscular, autonomic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal and urinary, digestive, hepatic and biliary, endocrine, and reproductive systems and how these systems influence human movement. Students also learn how to perform basic anthropometric and body composition measures.
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PT 720 - Pathological Processes 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides a conceptual overview of common pathological processes that affect functional movement including genetic mutations, trauma, infection, neoplasia, autoimmune responses, and degenerative changes. The histological changes, lab values, and clinical signs and symptoms associated with these pathological processes are also introduced.
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PT 721 - Pathophysiology of Movement 1 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course reviews normal cellular bioenergetics and defense mechanisms that contribute to homeostasis and functional movement. Disruptions to homeostasis which affect movement are introduced including trauma, degeneration, inflection, neoplasia, and developmental defects. This course emphasizes normal and pathological processes that affect digestion, elimination, circulation, and respiration, and provide an introduction to the measurement of vital signs. Selected pathologies that adversely affect these physiological systems are also introduced.
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PT 722 - Pathophysiology of Movement 2 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course is a continuation of PT 721 with an emphasis on the normal and abnormal physiological function of the skin, bone, muscles, joints, nervous and reproductive systems. The influence of the endocrine system on human movement system is explored along with selected multi-system pathologies. Techniques for measuring body composition are also introduced.
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PT 725 - Pharmacology 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides an overview of various drug classifications, their mechanism of action, and indications for use. Pharmacokinetics, therapeutic dosages, drug actions and interactions, and common side effects will be examined with an emphasis on how they affect cognitive and motor function.
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PT 730 - Basic Physical Therapy Examination Skills 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course teaches students to accurately, efficiently, and reliably perform basic examination skills including skin integrity, goniometry, muscle testing, sensory and reflex testing, analysis of posture and balance, and rating scales for pain and activities of daily living (ADL).
Prerequisite(s): PT 706 , PT 707 , PT 710 , PT 715
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PT 735 - Assistive Technology & Functional Training 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course covers the prescription and application of a variety of orthotic and assistive devices that are commonly used to prevent contractures, facilitate transfers and gait, and improve the mobility of patients with joint deformities or muscle weakness. Progressive functional training and outcome assessment will be emphasized
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PT 745 - Introduction to Clinical Reasoning & Evidence-based Practice I 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course introduces the clinical reasoning process as well as the components of evidence-based practice. Students learn to locate, critique, and apply evidence to support clinical decision making as well as pose relevant clinical questions of their own.
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PT 750 - Healthcare Communications and Informatics 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course teaches students how to conduct a thorough patient interview, formulate functional goals, and properly document all patient interactions. Principles and strategies for effective communications and conflict management are presented along with an overview of health informatics and the ICF model.
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PT 755 - Clinical Neuroscience 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides a focused study of the structure and function of the peripheral and central nervous system including the cerebral cortex, brain stem nuclei, spinal tracts, peripheral plexuses and nerves, and autonomic ganglia. Theories of brain organization, information processing, and pain perception are introduced along with screening procedures for cranial nerve and cognitive function.
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PT 760 - Medical Screening & Diagnostic Imaging 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course emphasizes relevant information from the patient history, systems screen, physical exam, laboratory tests, and diagnostic imaging which help distinguish between pathologies of a neuromusculoskeletal versus systemic origin. Lab practice and case studies are used to structure clinical decision-making and discuss appropriate referral mechanisms.
Prerequisite(s): PT 706 , PT 707 , PT 710 , PT 715 , PT 720 , PT 725 , PT 730 , PT 745
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PT 765 - Biophysical Agents & Soft Tissue Mobilization 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course covers the physiological rationale, indications, contraindications, and treatment parameters used to safely administer various thermal, mechanical, sound, light, and electrical modalities to augment the effectiveness of other physical therapy interventions. In addition, soft tissue mobilization techniques such as massage, myofascial release, Graston technique (instrument-assisted mobilization), manual traction, and dry needling will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): PT 706 , PT 707 , PT 710 , PT 715 , PT 730
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PT 770 - Health Behavior & Patient Education 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course applies theories of learning and health behavior to patient education. Students will assess the learning style of their patients and design appropriate instructional and motivational strategies to complement their patients’needs. In addition, students will have an opportunity to develop teaching media and participate in health promotion activities within the local community.
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PT 775 - Management of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Dysfunction 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of individuals with cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions such as myocardial infarction, valvular dysfunction, peripheral vascular disease, congestive heart failure, and restrictive and obstructive lung diseases. Specific evaluation and treatment procedures include stress testing protocols, auscultation techniques, breathing exercises, cardiac rehab, lymphedema management, airway clearance and resuscitation techniques. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will also be presented in relation to the physical therapy management. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.
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PT 780 - Clinical Practicum 1: Interprofessional Experiences 1 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with early exposure to a variety of healthcare settings where they have an opportunity to interact with patients and other members of the healthcare team. Through these weekly clinical experiences, students gain knowledge of, and an appreciation for, the variety of patient care services that fall outside the realm of physical therapy.
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory demonstration of essential functions and professional behavior as reported by program faculty.
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PT 800 - Foundations of Clinical Reasoning and Evidence-based Practice II 2 Cr. Hrs.
Various clinical research methods are described including single subject designs, surveys, experimental designs, cohort studies, and systematic reviews. Measurement theory is reviewed and applied to the interpretation of various statistical procedures.
Prerequisite(s): PT 745
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PT 810 - Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues in Health Care 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course explores legal and ethical issues affecting health care delivery in the U.S. Specific topics include ethical principles, duties, and decision making; physical therapy practice regulations in the State of South Carolina; fraud and abuse; negligence and malpractice; ADA legislation. Current ethical issues related to topics such as genetic testing and engineering, stem cell research and regenerative medicine, right-to- life and right-to- die issues, and resource distribution will be debated and discussed.
Prerequisite(s): PT 700
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PT 815 - Musculoskeletal Management of the Spine 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course prepares students for clinical practice by providing experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of individuals with musculoskeletal conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine and TMJ regions such as disc herniation, facet joint dysfunction, spinal stenosis, ligamentous instabilities and sacroiliac dysfunction. Specific evaluation and treatment procedures include postural correction, joint mobility assessment, neural tension testing, orthopedic special tests, joint mobilization and manipulation techniques, ergonomic modifications, work conditioning and post-operative orthopedic protocols. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will also be presented in relation to the physical therapy management. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.
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PT 820 - Musculoskeletal Management of the Extremities 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course prepares students for clinical practice by providing experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of individuals with musculoskeletal conditions affecting the upper and lower extremities such as muscle strains, tendinopathies, fractures, ligamentous instabilities, arthridities and joint arthroplasty. Specific evaluation and treatment procedures include joint mobility assessment, neural tension testing, orthopedic special tests, joint mobilization and manipulation techniques, work conditioning, and post-operative orthopedic protocols. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will also be presented in relation to the physical therapy management. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.
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PT 825 - Clinical Practicum 2 8 Cr. Hrs.
This full-time, 8-week clinical practicum provides students with an opportunity to apply previously learned knowledge and skills on patients seeking physical therapy care in an outpatient or inpatient setting. Students will evaluate and treat individuals of all ages, primarily those with simple health conditions, under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
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Successful completion of all previous academic coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Completion of all laboratory practical exams and skill checks with a minimum score of 75% grading and no safety concerns.
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Satisfactory demonstration of essential functions and professional behavior as reported by program faculty.
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PT 830 - Clinical Practicum 3 8 Cr. Hrs.
This full-time, 8-week clinical practicum provides students with an opportunity to apply previously learned knowledge and skills on patients seeking physical therapy care in an outpatient, inpatient, long-term care, or specialty setting. Students will evaluate and treat individuals of all ages, with simple and complex health conditions, under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
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Successful completion of all previous academic coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Completion of all laboratory practical exams and skill checks with a minimum score of 75% grading and no safety concerns.
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PT 835 - Motor Development and Control 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides an overview of normal motor development. Students will explore the stages of motor development including developmental milestones and reflexes. Laboratory experiences will provide opportunities to analyze gross motor development, play skills, motor coordination and balance in childhood.
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PT 840 - Management of Immunological & Metabolic Dysfunction 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of individuals with common metabolic and immunologic disorders such as diabetes, hormonal deficiencies, rheumatic diseases, malignancies, chronic liver and renal failure, AIDs, and infectious conditions. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will be presented along with options for end-of-life care such as hospice. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.
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PT 850 - Management of Pediatric Trauma and Developmental Dysfunction 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course presents fundamental concepts for the physical therapy management of children with musculoskeletal, neurological, and/or cardiopulmonary impairments. A framework of normal development and aging from birth to young adult is presented in PT 835 (Motor Development and Control Across the Lifespan) and serves as a course foundation. Students apply the elements of patient/client management in physical therapy practice, including screening, examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care, intervention, and outcomes related to the pediatric patient. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance clinical reasoning. Topics include, but are not limited to: developmental delay and disability, acquired pediatric conditions, family-centered care, legislation related to provision of pediatric physical therapy services, orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive technologies. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will be presented in relation to physical therapy management.
Prerequisite(s): PT 825, PT 830, PT 835, PT 840
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PT 855 - Management of Spinal Cord & Peripheral Nerve Trauma 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of individuals with spinal cord and peripheral nerve injuries and compression syndromes. Students will learn how to prescribe wheelchairs, orthotics, and other adaptive equipment to maximize functional movement. Relevant medical, surgical, imaging, and electrodiagnostic procedures will also be presented, and the implications of new developments in regenerative medicine will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): PT 755
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PT 860 - Management of Brain Trauma and Progressive Neuromuscular Dysfunction 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of adults with brain trauma, stroke, and progressive neuromuscular conditions such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinsonism, and dementia. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will also be presented in relation to the physical therapy management. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.
Prerequisite(s): PT 755
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PT 865 - Management of Amputations 1 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of individuals with amputations. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will also be presented in relation to the physical therapy management. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.
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PT 870 - Psychosocial and Spiritual Issues in Health Care 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with an opportunity to discuss assessment and support strategies for interacting effectively with patients who exhibit stress, anxiety, depression, changes in body image, chronic pain, dementia, loss and grief. In addition, students will learn how to recognize and report signs of abuse, addiction, and caregiver stress including referrals to counselors, social workers, clergy, and support groups.
Prerequisite(s): PT 700
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PT 875 - Practice Management & Marketing 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course introduces various marketing strategies and management principles and applied them to a variety of physical therapy practice settings. Specific topics include regulatory policies and procedures, billing and reimbursement, personnel management, advertising, budgeting and equipment purchasing, strategic planning, liability and risk management.
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PT 880 - Capstone Project 1 1 Cr. Hrs.
Students will prepare the first part of an in-depth case study which will focus on a specific clinical condition. In this course, students will pose research questions related to the epidemiology, diagnosis, and prognosis of the selected clinical condition. They will then explore, interpret, and critique the best available evidence to answer those questions and document the results in the form of a written summary.
Prerequisite(s): PT 745 and PT 800
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PT 885 - Capstone Project 2 1 Cr. Hrs.
Students will prepare and deliver a structured media presentation based on the findings of their evidence-based review. They will defend their findings and recommendations to a group of professional colleagues and formally assess the work presented by their peers.
Prerequisite(s): PT 745 , PT 800 , PT 880
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PT 905 - Transition to Practice 1 Cr. Hrs.
This course will include a two-day workshop in late November that provides a systematic review of entry-level content that students can expect to see on the licensure exam. The workshop will also include strategic test-taking skills to maximize their exam score. Information regarding preparing a resume for employment and submitting an application for licensure will also be discussed in class and/or online.
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PT 915 - Service Learning / Pro Bono Care 1 Cr. Hrs.
Students will participate as volunteers in a week-long summer camp, mission trip, or community-based service learning experience which allows them to interact directly with children or adults who have special needs. A reflective journal will be used to assess the outcomes of this practicum
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PT 920 - Clinical Practicum 5 8 Cr. Hrs.
This full-time, 8-week clinical practicum provides students with an opportunity to apply previously learned knowledge and skills on patients seeking physical therapy care in an outpatient, inpatient, long-term care, or specialty setting. Students will evaluate and treat individuals of all ages with simple and complex health conditions under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
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Successful completion of all previous academic coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Completion of all laboratory practical exams and skill checks with a minimum score of 75% grading and no safety concerns.
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Satisfactory demonstration of essential functions and professional behavior as reported by program faculty.
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PT 925 - Clinical Practicum 6 8 Cr. Hrs.
This full-time, 8-week clinical practicum provides students with an opportunity to apply previously learned knowledge and skills on patients seeking physical therapy care in an inpatient, outpatient, long-term care, or specialty setting. Students will evaluate and treat individuals of all ages with simple and complex health conditions under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
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Successful completion of all previous academic coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Completion of all laboratory practical exams and skill checks with a minimum score of 75% grading and no safety concerns.
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Satisfactory demonstration of essential functions and professional behavior as reported by program faculty.
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PT 940 - Professional Development, Leadership & Advocacy 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with multiple opportunities to engage in professional development and community service activities outside the classroom to demonstrate the core values of the physical therapy profession. Classroom experiences are designed to facilitate students’ transition to a professional role by preparing for the national licensure exam, formulating a career development plan, exploring professional service and leadership opportunities, and advocating for current issues affecting the physical therapy profession.
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PT 945 - Capstone Project 3 1 Cr. Hrs.
Students will prepare and deliver a structured media presentation based on the findings of their case study. They will defend their findings and recommendations to a group of professional colleagues and formally assess the work presented by their peers.
Prerequisite(s): PT 880 and PT 885
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PT 950 - Management of Special Populations 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides students with experience in physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of patients in select populations not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The course focuses on the physical therapy care of individuals with integumentary conditions such as burn trauma, vascular ulcers, and pressure wounds; the geriatric patient; patients with pelvic health conditions such as incontinence and pelvic pain, and patients with chronic pain. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will also be presented in relation to the physical therapy management. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.
Prerequisite(s): Prior courses in DPT curriculum
Grading Basis: Graded Repeatable: No Typical Periods Offered: Summer
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MPA 510 - Research Methods in Public Administration 3 Cr. Hrs.
Research Methods for Public Service analyzes common themes for public service policy analysis and focuses on application of various research methods in gathering data, analyzing data, presenting data, and making useful evidence-based policy recommendations. Social research methods are presented that prepare public service leaders to design research with an understanding of the influences and constraints on decision makers, present research to key stakeholders and assess the validity of information findings and information presented. The course prepares public service leaders to analyze relevant research findings and make critical decisions as a public manager.
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MPA 520 - Public Service Leadership 3 Cr. Hrs.
In-depth examination of historical and contemporary leadership theories and frameworks for public service leaders. Emphasis on application of leadership theory in effective management and leadership of public organization human capital, building effective work teams, and building capacity to influence and lead intergovernmental collaborative teams and interoperable collaborative relationships.
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MPA 540 - Organization Behavior in Public Services 3 Cr. Hrs.
Examines theories of bureaucracy and control, management, human relations, decision making and organizations and their environment. Examines the effect of organizations on individuals, the government and the policy formation process.
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MPA 580 - Planning and Community Development 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course examines issues and techniques in planning for community infrastructure. Students develop knowledge to address urban issues that impact communities challenged by changing socio-economic conditions. Using geographic information systems and other tools, students use the community as a laboratory to examine development needs.
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MPA 590 - Public Policy Formation 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course examines the social, economic, and political factors and forces that condition the processes of decision-making and policy formulation. Students examine the processes by which public policies are formed, interpreted, executed, and evaluated in the American political system. Students also analyze major institutions, powers, and relationships relative to stimulating, legislating, interpreting, and executing public policies.
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MPA 600 - City and County Management 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course examines the nature of city or county manager’s job: expectations of elected body, staff, public and professional peers. Examines contemporary issues in departmental operations that have significant effect on how manager’s performance is perceived.
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MPA 610 - Capstone in Advanced Concepts and Applications in Public Administration 3 Cr. Hrs.
The purpose of this course is for students to demonstrate and further develop their public service leadership potential through a collection of academic and professional practicum projects. Students take this course during their final semester, allowing them to integrate and build upon core competencies of the program. Staff.
Prerequisite(s): MPA 500
MPA 510
MPA 520
MPA 530
MPA 540
MPA 550
MPA 560
MPA 570
MPA 580
MPA 590
MPA 600
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