Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy - Student/Resident Advocacy Award
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Student/Resident Advocacy Award
Purpose:
To provide the means for two entry-level PT students and/or postprofessional residents in geriatric physical therapy the opportunity to engage in advocacy efforts of the profession at a national level with the intention that this exposure will engage students/residents in similar efforts after their graduation.
To promote the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy and encourage active engagement in the Academy activities as a student, resident, and early professional.
Eligibility:
Any student enrolled in a CAPTE accredited DPT or PTA program at the time of the application may be nominated. Students must have completed at least two semesters of the PT/PTA program.
Any postprofessional resident enrolled in an ABPTRFE accredited geriatric residency at the time of the application may be nominated. There is no minimum matriculation for residents who are enrolled at the time of the application.
The nominee must be members of the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy.
Criteria for Selection:
Candidates must be in good standing within the academic or residency program.
Candidates must have an understanding of the APTA's national legislative and regulatory efforts that impact the physical therapy profession.
The candidate must have experience in advocacy efforts and/ professional involvement at the chapter level that can demonstrate a contribution to the physical therapy profession.
Procedure for Nomination:
All nominations must be submitted to the Academy office by March 1, 2018 and include:
A nomination letter from a member of the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy that indicates why the student/resident is an ideal candidate for the award.
One letter of recommendation from a faculty member in the entry-level or postprofessional residency program who is knowledgeable of the nominee's academic and/or clinical performance.
A resume or CV that includes any prior legislative advocacy efforts and professional involvement AND APTA number.
An essay of no more than 250 words addressing a national legislative or regulatory issue most concerning to you, and why.
Please forward info to karen.curran@geriatricspt.org by
March 1, 2018.
