Physical Therapy Student Handbook
Introduction
Chapter 1: Preparation & General Information
Chapter 1 (pdf) of the handbook contains the following preparation and general information:
- Mission of the Physical Therapy Program
- Philosophy of the Physical Therapy Program
- Curriculum Objectives
- Brief History of the Physical Therapy Program
- Essential Job Functions for Physical Therapists (pdf)
- Additional Student Expenses
Chapter 2: Professional & Academic Conduct
Chapter 2 (pdf) of the handbook contains the following information on professional & academic conduct:
- Professional & Academic Standards
- Academic Grading Policies
- Test-Taking and Evaluation Policy
- Faculty Instructional Philosophy
- Professional Behaviors
- Professional Dress
- Collaborative Learning
- Academic Conduct
- Professional Expectations
- University Academic Standards and Appeals Board
- Learning Support Services
Chapter 3: Clinical Education Manual
Chapter 3 of the handbook is comprised of the Clinical Education Manual and includes the following sections:
- Clinical Education Schedule
- Policies and Procedures for Students
- Student Requirements
Immunizations
Criminal Background Checks
CPR Certification
Trainings
Health Insurance & Liability Coverage - Clinical Education Experience Policies and Procedures
Acadaware
Site Selection for Experience II, III, IV, V
Placement Requests and Placement Confirmations
Clinical Experience Placement Policy
General Course Policies
Absences - Professional Behaviors
- Professional Dress
- Essential Job Functions for Physical Therapists
- Policies and Procedures related to Clinical Sites
Clinical Site Evaluation - References
- Facility Clinical Education Resources
Developing and Maintaining a Clinical Education Program
Rights & Privileges for Clinical Instructors - Appendices
Appendix A: Curriculum Summary 2018-19 & Clinical Education Experiences Overview
Appendix B: Course Descriptions in the Professional Curriculum
Appendix C: Weekly Objectives for Clinical Education Experiences
Clinical Site Nomination Information
Clinical Site Nomination Guidelines (pdf)
Clinical Site Nomination Form (pdf)
Chapter 4: Physical Therapy Student Association (PTSA)
Chapter 4 (pdf) of the handbook is about the Physical Therapy Student Association.
- By-Laws of the Physical Therapy Student Association
Chapter 5: Professional Associations & Board
Chapter 5 (pdf) of the handbook is about Physical Therapy Associations and Board, including;
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
- American Physical Therapy Association - Oregon (APTA - OR)
- Oregon Board of Physical Therapy
Chapter 6: Guidelines for Referencing Written Assignments
Chapter 6 (pdf) of the handbook includes guidelines for referencing written assignments.
Chapter 7: Miscellaneous Forms and Resources
Chapter 7 (pdf) of the handbook is comprised of forms and resources.
- Scholarships
- Activity Summary
- Emergency Loans
- Privacy Release (Sharing personal info with parents, guardians, or other people.)
Chapter 8: FERPA Privacy Rights
Chapter 8 (pdf) of the handbook is regarding FERPA Privacy Rights.
- Annual FERPA notice
Chapter 9: PT Stuff from A to Z
Chapter 9 (pdf) of the handbook is a Physical Therapy glossary that includes the following:
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