Mentors are an important resource for the new physical therapist (PT). After you graduate with your Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, a mentor can guide you as you launch your career, helping you hone your clinical skills, design creative treatment plans, and solve complex client problems. Your mentor will give you the inside scoop
If you have just graduated from a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program and passed the licensure exam, it’s time to celebrate: You’re beginning one of the most exciting times of your life. But your first foray onto the PT job market can also feel overwhelming. There are so many possibilities for your next step.
When a boy in her local community sustained a spinal cord injury in a car accident, leaving him unable to walk, Elizabeth Ardolino, PT, MPT, MS, PhD, thought she might be able to help. An associate professor of physical therapy (PT) on the USAHS Austin campus, Dr. Ardolino is an expert on locomotor training in
The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) for its new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program being launched at USAHS Dallas campus*. USAHS is now accepting applications to the DPT program, which will launch in Dallas
Solving puzzles, reviewing charts, communicating with patients, practicing clinical skills. At USAHS, our physical therapy and occupational therapy students work together in our simulation labs right away. Interprofessional simulations are part of Patient/Client Care Management 1 (PCCM-1), a first-trimester core course for the Residential DPT, OTD, and MOT programs on all campuses. “From Day
USAHS faculty and staff led a robust schedule of presentations at the International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH) 2020. Sixteen of our faculty and staff members participated in eight presentations at this renowned annual simulation conference in San Diego, which took place January 18–22. Faculty presented about the variety of ways they are using
USAHS hosted an on-site candidacy visit for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, and applications are provisional while the Accreditation Candidacy Application is under review. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) took the next major step in seeking accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) for its
If you have experienced an injury or suffer from pain during the winter months, you are not alone. A new survey by the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) found that half (50%) of Americans experience pain during the holidays. Of those who responded, more than two thirds (71%) say pain makes it
Learning how to manage your time and stay organized in graduate school is imperative to your success. Graduate level coursework tends to be very involved, requiring extensive reading and homework. You will be expected to work independently, stay motivated, and monitor your progress on your own. Cramming the night before will not cut it when
Stress can creep up on us in different ways. Students pursuing graduate degrees in health sciences especially have to deal with a lot of stress balancing rigorous classes, work and their personal lives. While stress is a normal part of life, we want to mitigate it where we can so that we keep a healthy
If you’re a student (or have ever been one), you’ve felt nervous before a big exam. A mild case of the nerves can actually be useful, giving you an adrenaline boost that will help you perform at your best. However, if your pre-test stress becomes so extreme that it impedes your performance, you are probably
Once you have submitted your application to a first-professional OT, PT, or SLP program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS), you may be invited to come to campus for an interview. While the application shows that you’re academically competitive, the interview is a chance for you to demonstrate your professionalism, enthusiasm,