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WelcometoPHT1001wk1.pptx
Welcome to PHT 1001
Mrs. Bijlee Parsotan
Section 3: Chapters 8-10
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Asst.
Hang out with the golden oldies..
Massage
Work out all day!
“I’m such a Pro”
Fix the world
Document
ELEMENTS
Becoming a PTA Student…
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Managing the Learning Process
Will I do well Enough?
Taking Control!
The Learning Process
How or When do you study best AM/PM? – Weekly Planner Tips!
Type of Learner (Vark Model)
Learning Skills
What do the terms “didactic and psychomotor” mean?
Information processing; what tools work for you?
The Vark Model
https:// www.advancementcourses.com/blog/4-types-of-learners-in-education
VISUAL
AUDITORY
4 Basic Learning Strategies
Avoid Trial and Error Learning
Perfect practice makes perfect performance
Be Patient
Think First
Think about
What does being a student mean to you?
Do you handle “failure” or conflict well? Can you handle constructive criticism?
How do you communicate?
How do you handle stress?
Example;
Think about what your favorite thing;
Can you give it up for 8 months?
How will you fully invest in yourself for 8 months?
YOU
Types of CONFLICT Man (or woman) vs.
External
Man vs. Man
Man vs. Nature
Man vs. Animal
Man vs. Technology
Man vs. Society
Internal
ALLL YOUUUU!
FOOD!
How do you resolve conflict?
Resolving conflict
Internal vs. External
Often related to differences in expectations
Not necessary to “place blame”
Bring in third party only if issue can’t be resolved within team
Working with multiple therapists
Student or PTA needs to adapt style of communication depending on environment
In the work place or as a student Identify supervising PT and/Supervisor;
Articulate your conversation to communication your needs.
Communication is Key !
4 styles;
Passive “It really doesn’t matter that much.” or “I just want to keep the peace”
Aggressive “I’m right and you’re wrong.” or “I’ll get my way no matter what.” or “It’s all your fault.”
Passive – Aggressive “That’s fine with me, but don’t be surprised if someone else gets mad.”
Assertive “We are equally entitled to express ourselves respectfully to one another.” or
“I realize I have choices in my life, and I consider my options.”
https://online.alvernia.edu/articles/4-types-communication-styles /
What you need to be able to do as a Student and PTA…
Why communication?
A PTA should be able to:
Answer questions regarding the rationale for performing an exercise or technique or using a physical agent
Share knowledge regarding a patient diagnosis
Discuss relevant factual information from clinical experience
If you can not answer or SHOULD not as a student or PTA, know when to refer to the PT!
Lets talk about Stress
Schedule is so demanding!
Workload of courses
High expectations and self doubt
Differing expectations of students vs. instructors
Challenging student- instructor relationships
Uncertainty in future career plans
Finances Pg. 109-113
Personal Needs are unmet
Health issues (self/ family)
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SELF MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES. – Lets talk about them! (Chp. 10)
Weekly Planner
Time Management “Spend time like money – Carefully!” Table 10-1 Pg. 108
Priorities – be honest!
Be selective and focus
Learn to say No
Reduce your standards
Delegate!
Consolidate
Be assertive!
Don’t spend time worrying
Don’t dwell on mistakes
Overcome procrastinating
Make meetings count (or feedback/tutoring sessions)
Work SMART not HARD! (Well you do have to work hard BUT this means to be efficient first!)
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https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=FuOWYPQTpio
Manage your Mind_Will Smith
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