Author: Haley Williams
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Guide to Obtaining and Recording Your Observation Hours for PT School
If you are an aspiring pre-physical therapy student, one of the essential requirements to enter a DPT program is completing observation hours. These hours are an opportunity for you to observe and gain firsthand experience in the field of physical therapy. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to record your observation hours for PT…
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How to Succeed in you Acute Care Affiliation
As a physical therapy student, pursuing an acute care affiliation can be a daunting task. Acute care is a fast-paced, high-pressure environment that requires quick thinking, exceptional clinical reasoning, and excellent communication skills. However, with proper preparation and guidance, you can succeed in an acute care affiliation and set yourself up for success as a…
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How To Prepare for Your Acute Care Affiliation
Congratulations on your upcoming acute care affiliation! For many of you, this is your first affiliation. This can be both exciting and terrifying, but no sweat! Here are some tips to help you get started and successfully complete your rotation! Before You Start Your Affiliation 1. Contact Your Affiliation Site First, get in touch with…
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“I Got Into PT School! Now What Do I Do?”
Well first off, congratulations! Getting into PT School is no small feat. We are so proud, and cannot wait to see what the future holds for you! Now that some of the excitement as settled, you may be wondering,”I got in, now what do I do?” The acceptance letter should contain instructions on how to…
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17 Most Common Interview Questions and Answers [Free Template]
Congratulations on your journey towards PT School! If you’re navigating this page, that means you’ve already applied, and you’re either waiting to hear from schools, or you’ve received an invitation to interview with them! That’s amazing! We offer a free interview template on our website which can be found by clicking the button below: Feel…
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Navigating PTCAS and Becoming the Best Applicant
You’ve taken the classes, have all your observation hours ready, the experiences necessary, and have all your references set to go. Now we can begin the PTCAS application process! Applying to PT school can take a very long time to complete. There are different sections you need to fill out, and you’ve got to make…
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Haley’s Journey to Physical Therapy
Academics I took the usual courses: anatomy, physiology, chemistry, etc. I made sure to take many “recommended” courses as well (keep in mind, this will vary between schools). This included courses such as medical terminology, exercise physiology, and nutrition. Taking these courses not only helped strengthen my application, but I found that having this background…