The Physical Therapy Aide & Medical Terminology program prepares learners for an in‑demand healthcare role supporting physical therapists and patients throughout the rehabilitation process. Offered through our accredited school partners, this program blends foundational clinical knowledge with hands‑on care skills, equipping learners to assist in therapeutic environments, promote patient safety, and contribute to effective rehabilitation outcomes.
Medical Terminology: A Short Course
Module 1: Basic Word Structure
Module 2: Body Systems
Module 3: Prefixes and Suffixes
Physical Therapy Aide
Module 1: Medical Terminology Review
Module 2: The Profession of Physical Therapy
Module 3: Scientific Principles
Module 4: Physical Dysfunctions, Safety and Charting
Module 5: Patient Care Skills & Physical Therapy Modalities
Module 6: Physical Therapy Modalities
By completing the program, learners will be able to:
Understand medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology related to rehabilitation care
Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and positioning safely
Support therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation modalities
Prepare treatment areas and maintain clinical equipment
Apply patient safety and infection control practices
Perform administrative and clerical tasks within therapy settings
Communicate professionally with patients, families, and healthcare teams
Demonstrate readiness for entry‑level physical therapy aide roles
Upon completion, learners are eligible to sit for the Certified Physical Therapy Aide Specialist (CPTAS) certification exam.
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.