Are you interested in becoming a leader in physical therapy education? If you are an aspiring or current director within physical therapy education, APTA's Education Leadership Institute (ELI) Fellowship provides you with the skills and resources that you need to be effective in a myriad of leadership roles, functions, and responsibilities.
The ELI Fellowship is a 52-week, blended learning program that is intended to develop visionary, innovative, and influential directors in physical therapist and physical therapist assistant educational programs to advance the health of society.
- ELI is a collaboration between APTA; the Academy of Physical Therapy Education (APTE), with the PTA Educators Special Interest Group; and the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT). To view other available leadership opportunities, please visit the ACAPT Leadership Academy.
- ELI is accredited by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education as a postprofessional fellowship program for physical therapists in Higher Education Leadership.
- ELI has earned a "Power of A" Silver Award from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). ELI achieved this award for its leadership role in advancing society and improving the economy.
Why Should I Consider an ELI Fellowship?
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