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Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Experiential learning focused on development and application of patient‐ and client‐centered skills and behaviors is a crucial component of the education of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.
Aug 20, 2020/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Supports collaborative practice and business models that are innovative, ethical, and person-centered.
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.
Jul 5, 2023/Resource
The APTA Inclusion Plan comprises a set of guiding principles and three primary areas of action: allyship and advocacy, leadership and growth, and conscious inclusion.
Apr 7, 2026/Podcast
Listening Time — 25:42 Listen on Apple Listen on Castbox Listen on Spotify In this APTA Podcast episode, Vice President of Strategic Affairs Drew Contreras, PT, DPT, and Senior Director of Brand Strategy Alicia Hosmer discuss the joint principles statement between APTA and the National Strength and Conditioning
Aug 30, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: Outlines expectations to provide clinical education that complies with legal and ethical standards for patient and client management, is consistent with the association's positions and promotes professional development.
PTs and PTAs need to have a solid understanding of health IT privacy laws and regulations, as well as policies designed to improve patient access to their own records. This includes HIPAA as well as requirements related to information blocking and interoperability.
Feb 10, 2021/Resource
APTA, AOTA, and ASHA developed a resource for public and private insurers, employers, and consumers to evaluate the appropriateness of rehabilitation and habilitation benefit design.
Oct 27, 2018/CPG
Recommendations for assessment and treatment of adults with cervical (neck) and thoracic (middle back) spine problems.
Aug 29, 2018/Policies & Bylaws
House position: APTA supports and encourages physical therapist ownership and operation of physical therapy services.
