This is the second course in a two-course series. This seminar format course will prepare the student for full-time clinical internship experiences by highlighting both the professional and practical aspects of the physical therapy profession. The student will be introduced to essential information pertaining to clinical performance and will learn how evaluation methods and tools will be implemented during the clinical internships. Students will also learn roles and responsibilities of persons associated with clinical education, policies and procedures for clinical education, delegation and supervision of assistants and aides, aspects of documentation, reporting patient progress, and stress and time management. Students will also develop an understanding of the importance of professional behaviors, self-evaluation and personal reflection and begin to practice these skills prior to applying them on clinical internships. Emphasis will be placed on reinforcement of communication skills essential to professionals in the healthcare environment and students will practice critical thinking skills for the examination and evaluation of PT patients to develop clinical judgement. Learning experiences will also focus on the following professional areas: professional and educational expectations; communication and professional behavior; ethical and legal standards; HIPAA regulations; cultural considerations in patient management; and alternative models in clinical education.