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Physical Therapy Professions (High School - Cortland)

 
 
Program Description - High School

CONTACT

Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center
134 Homer Ave., Cortland NY
Phone:  (607) 758-5262
Rebecca Robertson, CTE School Counselor
rrobertson@ocmboces.org

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Physical Therapy Professions is a two-year program is designed for highly motivated high school students who are interested in gaining a post-secondary edge in pursuing a career in a rehabilitative field. Located at Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center, students will study the fundamentals of therapy, including the elements of movement and anatomy and physiology.

As a post-secondary partner, Tompkins Cortland Community College provides onsite dual credit courses, allowing students to begin building their college transcript. Another important component of the program is providing students with opportunities to shadow healthcare professionals in the field. Students are also able to earn a Career and Technical Endorsement on their diploma by successfully passing an industry-standard technical assessment. Class location: Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center, 134 Homer Ave., Cortland.






 
 








 
Technical Skills
  • Assistive & adaptive devices
  • Clinical observations
  • HIPAA laws & regulations
  • Specialties of rehabilitation
  • Healthcare professionals in the field of rehabilitation, including PT, OT, SLP, ATC, chiropractic, and prosthetics/orthotics
  • Patient safety
  • Therapeutic exercise
  • Anatomy & physiology
  • Communication & interpersonal practices
  • Individual & teamwork collaboration
  • Flexibility, adaptability & cultural sensitivity
  • Body mechanics
  • Vital signs
  • Infection
Available Academic Credits
  • 3 CTE high school credits per year
  • 1 high school science or English per year
  • 18 - 22 college credits through concurrent enrollment with Tompkins Cortland Community College 

Certifications
  • First Aid & CPR Certifications
 
Career Opportunities 
  • Physical therapist
  • Physical therapy assistant
  • Athletic Trainer
  • Occupational therapist
  • Repiratory therapist
  • Chiropractic care
  • Speech therapist
  • Prosthetist/orthotist

 

*Advanced Employment - additional training may be necessary
Continuing Education Partners
  • Tompkins Cortland Community College