APTA

Question 1

APTA does not

Answer 1

Make state laws or Practice Acts or grant professional licenses.

Question 2

Vision of APTA

Answer 2

Transforming society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience

Question 3

Values of APTA

Answer 3

1. Excellence in practice, education, research, and advocacy
2. Respect the dignity and differences of all and commit to being a culture ally competen and socially responsible association
3. Lead with professionalism, integrity, and honesty
4. Make decisions that reflect visionary thinking, innovation, collaboration, and accountability

Question 4

Requirements for membership

Answer 4

1. Graduation from or enrollment in accredited program
2. Signed pledge of ethics
3. Fees: national/individual chapters and sections.

Question 5

Categories of members

Answer 5

1. PT & PTA
2. PT and PTA students
3. Retired
4. Honorary
5. Fellow APTA: active member for 15+ years who has made a notable contribution to profession

Question 6

Benefits of membership

Answer 6

1. Legislative efforts
2. Information
3. Continuing edu
4. Professional development
5. Research
6. Reimbursement

Question 7

A few student benies

Answer 7

Savings, access to new info, advice, finding right job, involved in professional issues, stay up to date, network, build leadership skills, ensure the future

Question 8

Levels of organization

Answer 8

1. Chapters: 51 states + DC
2. Districts: local segments of chapters, membership is automatic based on geographic
3. Sections: similar interests, 18
4. Special Interest Groups: part of sections
5. Assemblies: PTA caucus and Student assembly
6. House of delegates: policy makers, elected
7. Board of directors: 15 members, carries out and communicates decisions and mandates of HoD