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Have you ever stopped to think about your bias? In ways big and small. Awareness, empathy, and with inclusivity are the themes we discuss in this episode.
Aug 18, 2021 / Perspective
Faculty can be more intentional in making small but necessary changes in academic physical therapy to overcome at least some of the bias they possess.
May 25, 2021 / Feature
Part two of APTA Magazine’s special issue on physical therapist education continues the exclusive interview with four academic leaders.
May 25, 2021 / Feature
Part one of APTA Magazine's special issue on physical therapist education.
Jan 1, 2018 / Website
The Guide is the description of physical therapist practice for use by PT and PTA educators, students, and clinicians.
Jan 15, 2020 / Resource
Access core competencies expected of a physical therapist resident upon graduation from the program.
May 17, 2021 / Perspective
Former teacher, now PT student on what she hopes to bring to her clinicals.
Apr 28, 2021 / Perspective
How do we address the "disconnect" between the academy and the clinical environment?
Mar 17, 2021 / Podcast
Two PT students share their experiences in the times of COVID-19. We also talk about mental health and stress — all of which aren’t new to PT and PTA students but may be different or heightened due to the pandemic.
Jan 1, 2021 / Open Access
The CAPTE PT Standards and Required Elements and PTA Standards and Required Elements, along with accompanying position papers, provide information and guidance on curriculum requirements for DPT and PTA programs.