Students
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.
APTA of Maryland has put together and Online Resource
Connecting you to Resources, Secrets to a Financial Life, Opportunities for Involvement, and Careers. 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
Student Connections and Leaders
- Student Connections with the Student Special Interest Group (SSIG)
- Attend a monthly community service drive.
- Spread ideas and promote academic discussion through blog posts, up-to-date evidence-based research, and forum topics.
- Connect with other students through social media, SSIG meetings, and events. - Officers
Chair- Stephanie Oscilowski Vice Chair- Jessica Werth
Secretary- Maria Balarezo Nominating Chair- Tim Smith & Sheina Singer
APTA of Maryland Events and Connections
- Student Conclave November 17th - Discover your Path, your Passion, your Career
- Student Day on the Hill is Febryary 13th - Get your Advocacy On.
Meet with legislators, learn how to advocate and protect your profession, and increase your knowledge of state legislative issues that have an impact on the practice and payment of physical therapy. - APTA of Maryland Spring Chapter Meeting and Mini CSM on March 30, 2019 (FREE for Members)
- Stay Connected with Us on Facebook & Twitter
- Mark your Calendars
APTA Member Benefits
- APTA Member Benefits
- Career Starter Dues Program in Maryland
Student members of APTA of Maryland who maintain their membership after graduation get a 50% discount on full-member dues the first year postgraduation, plus a free registration to NEXT upon renewal.
- Students SIG Information
- How to Chose your Practice Setting and Area of Specialization
- Specialty Certification and Advance Proficiency Pathways
- Licensure and Regulations in Maryland
- Licensure and Regulations in DC
- What is the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)
- NPTE Testing Dates and Information for 2019 & 2020
- Career Resources: Negotiation Salary and Benefits
- How to Let Employers Find You
- Career Center Networks for DC and Maryland
- 2018 Student Leadership Awards and Honors
APTA of 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.
Career Resources
- The Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners is the Maryland Physical Therapy Licensing Board
- Career Center - Find a Job!
- Virtual Career Fair for PTs and PTAs
APTA's free online career fairs, hosted in April and September, connect you with employers ready to hire. - Career Development
Learn about advanced proficiency, residencies, specialty certification,a nd leadership development - Considerations for Practice Opportunities and Professional Development