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Students are the future of the physical therapy profession and a dynamic part of the APTA community.
APTA student members receive a special monthly newsletter in addition to numerous other benefits. And if you’re a member at graduation, you’ll save on APTA dues as you start your career.
We offer numerous opportunities for you to get involved, and we provide resources to support you now and into your career.
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Jan 01, 2020 / Article
See if you are eligible for these financial rewards for APTA student members.
Jan 01, 2020 / Article
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Jun 25, 2020 / Perspective
Being yourself means that you love who you are, you respect who you are, and you don’t let other people define who you are.
Jun 23, 2020 / Open Access
Each month we will highlight one of the 18 APTA sections, giving information on the specialty, involvement opportunities, and even sharing an experience from a current member.
Jun 22, 2020 / Perspective
I realized that the anxieties I had are probably shared among all health care professionals, but this is just a part of life as a health care worker.
Jun 18, 2020 / Article
Guests discuss their experiences as racial and ethnic minorities in the profession.
Jun 03, 2020 / Article
Scott Giles, PT, DPT, wants to make sure that you're not only prepared to take the NPTE, but you're over prepared.
Jun 05, 2020 / Perspective
Anything that you can do, big or small, to help those in need can make a positive impact.
Jun 05, 2020 / Perspective
I made a list of all the things I wanted out of a career. It summed up to be making a difference in people's lives.
Jun 08, 2020 / Report
The report includes recommendations, as well as a summary of actions APTA has been taking to address the problem.
Jun 05, 2020 / Perspective
"The look" comes from a poor understanding of those who are different from us.
Jun 05, 2020 / Perspective
When it comes to my experience with the American Physical Therapy Association, one of the first words that comes to my mind is "unusual."