Students
Welcome - Future of our Profession!
APTA is a community of more than 100,000 physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students who care about the future of physical therapy, just like you.
It’s easy to see how you can get off to a good start with APTA and the Maryland Chapter on your side. APTA of Maryland membership is the best investment you can make in your education and your career. The Chapter has a Student Special Interest Group (SSIG) that is a group designed to benefit Maryland DPT and PTA students by providing a state-level resource for students to network and develop relationships that will last a lifetime. APTAMD and APTA also have several pathways for you to start your journey to become leaders in our profession. See below for details.
- Call for Student Council Representative
- Call for Student Ushers to serve as House ushers at the 2023 House of Delegates meeting in Washington, D.C. held July 23 and 24!
- Call for Student PT and PTA Delegate Applications are open thru April 30
- Call for Student Special Interest Group Applications for School Representatives for: AACC, Allegany College, BCCC, Carroll Community College, Howard Community College, Wor-Wic College
APTA Maryland Supports
You on Your Path
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Annual Student Conclave
A series of courses, towhnalls, and networking events to help you move beyond the classroom and prepare for success in the real world. -
Advocating for the Physical therapy Profession
Protecting patient care and the physical therapy profession requires advocacy and we need your voice in Annapolis. Each year the Chapter has a Physical Therapy Impact Week in Annapolis. Let your legislators know about our profession and the issues we care about. -
Helping you Pursue your Professional Dreams
APTA Maryland's Career Center is Your Job Search Resource Center with everything you need to make your resume stand out, ace the interview, advance your career, and navigate the digital world through social media and digital communication. -
Helping you Locate Financial Assistance for PT/PTA School
In addition to APTA's Financial Resource Center, did you know that state Representatives and Senators have scholarship opportunities?
APTA Benefits
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APTA Early-Career Dues Discount
SAVE 50% (up to $270) off your national, chapter, and participating section dues in your first year postgraduation.
APTA is also offering a limited-time pilot opportunity for eligible members who are 2-4 years postgraduation to save on membership renewal. (The pilot has been approved through 2023 and is subject to change by the APTA Board) - APTA Member Benefits, Special Offers, and Discounts
- Student Leadership & Representation
- Financial Management - From Long Term Planning to Student Loan Refinancing
Become a Certified Specialist
Maximize your PT potential by achieving ABPTS board
certification in any of nine clinical specialty areas.
Attain Advanced Proficiency
APTA’s PTA Advanced Proficiency Pathways program allows you to increase knowledge in skill in any of nine areas.
