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Physical Therapy in the Emergency Department

Hospitals are recognizing the benefits of physical therapy services in the emergency department.

Communicable and Infectious Diseases/Conditions: Rights of Patients and Providers in Physical Therapy

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the rights of patients and providers in physical therapy in relation to communicable and/or infectious diseases and conditions.

Conflict of Interest and Disclosure

Sep 25, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

Board policy: Describes APTA's commitment to conducting its activities in accordance with the highest ethical standards and how the Board implements that commitment.

Core Values for the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant

Sep 21, 2021/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Outlines how the core values guide the behavior of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to provide the highest quality of physical therapy services.

Definition of Underrepresented Minority Populations in Physical Therapy Education

Aug 28, 2014/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Defines the term "underrepresented" in relation to physical therapy education.

Educational Degree Qualifications and Nomenclature for PTs and PTAs

Sep 8, 2026/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the minimum professional education qualification for PTs and PTAs.

Role of Physical Therapy Education Programs in Promoting Membership in APTA

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the role of physical therapy education programs in promoting membership with the American Physical Therapy Association.

Legal and Ethical Expectations for Clinical Education

Jul 22, 2024/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Outlines expectations to provide clinical education that complies with legal and ethical standards for patient and client management, is consistent with the association's positions and promotes professional development.

Genetics and Genomics Competency for Physical Therapists

Sep 20, 2019/Policies & Bylaws

House position: Describes the association's position on the concept of genomics competency.

Guidelines: Commitment of Students and Clinicians to Patients, Clients, Society, and the Profession

Aug 20, 2020/Policies & Bylaws

House guideline: APTA supports students, PTs, and PTAs expressing their commitment to patients, clients, society, and the profession with an oath or pledge.