PTHER 572 - Basic Concepts in Evidence-Based Practice

★ 2 (fi 4)(EITH/SP/SU, 1.5-1.5S~0)

Introduction to basic concepts of evidence-based practice with emphasis on the search, selection, evaluation, and application of scientific evidence to inform clinical decision-making in physical therapy. Students will consider issues of measurement and outcome assessment.

REHAB 601 - Research Design in Rehabilitation Science

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

This course will provide students an overview of methodological approaches in health science and rehabilitation research, including features and issues that impact on research methodology (i.e., design, data collection, and analysis). Students will gain an understanding of the philosophical and theoretical perspectives that underpin quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods approaches in health research.