Doctorate Program In Physical Therapy - University Of North Georgia
Doctorate Program inPhysical TherapySTUDENT HANDBOOK2022 - 2023(Cohort of 2025)
UNG DPT Student Handbook 2022-2023UNG follows Section 508 Standards and WCAG 2.0 for web accessibility. If you require the content on this web page in anotherformat, please contact pt@ung.edu.ContentsWelcome . vUniversity of North Georgia DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL THERAPY Organizational Chart .viUNG DPT Program Calendar .viiDoctorate in Physical Therapy Program Purpose Statement . 1Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program Vision Statement . 1Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program Mission Statement . 2Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program Strategic Plan Goals . 2Teaching . 2Service. 2Research . 2Program Philosophy and Values . 4APTA Core Values. 4Professional Expectations of Students in the DPT Program . 5Professional Organization Memberships. 5American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) www.apta.org . 5Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy: Practice act, rules and provisions. 6APTA Georgia https://aptageorgia.org/. 7Student Special Interest Group and Student Assembly. 7American Academy of Physical Therapy (AAPT) www.aaptnet.org . 7Curriculum . 8UNG DPT Heuristic Curricular Model . 8Curriculum . 10Curricular Themes . 10Program Level Student Learning Outcomes . 10Class Scheduling . 12Plan of Study Class of 2023 . 13Curriculum Resources/Textbooks . 15Required Personal Reference Library .Error! Bookmark not defined.UNG Library Technology Center . 15Online Research Resource as a member of APTA . 15Commonly Used Bibliographic Databases . 15Course Evaluation and Outcomes Assessment. 16Models of Learning . 16Evidence-Based Practice . 16ii
UNG DPT Student Handbook 2022-2023Guide to Physical Therapist Practice2/ International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) 3 . 17Clinical Education . 18Clinical Education Dress Code . 19Liability and Health Insurance .Error! Bookmark not defined.Health and Immunization Requirements. 20OFFICIAL PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION STANDARDS. 20Academic Policies . 20Class Attendance Policy . 21Grading Policy and Academic Performance Requirements for DPT Program . 22Academic Requirements .Error! Bookmark not defined.Written Examinations and Assignments .Error! Bookmark not defined.Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE) .Error! Bookmark not defined.Departmental Examination [Testing] Policies.Error! Bookmark not defined.Academic Retention and Remediation Plan .Error! Bookmark not defined.Academic Sanctions for DPT Program .Error! Bookmark not defined.Grade Appeal Policy .Error! Bookmark not defined.Conduct and Professional Behavior Policy .Error! Bookmark not defined.Professional Behavior .Error! Bookmark not defined.Professional Attire Guidelines . 26Principles and Core Assumptions . 23DPT Professional Conduct Procedures .Error! Bookmark not defined.Plagiarism / Academic / Intellectual Integrity . 27UNG Alcoholic Beverages & Drug Policy . 28Code of Conduct Sanctions for DPT Program Academic & Professional Integrity.Error! Bookmark not defined.Professional Conduct Appeal Policy .Error! Bookmark not defined.Other UNG Student Conduct Policies .Error! Bookmark not defined.Student Grievance Process . 30Student Services . 30Faculty Advisement / Consultation. 30Computer Usage . 31Student E-mail. 33Social Media Policy . 33Video / Picture Usage . 34Use of Common Facilities . 34Student Disability Services . 34UNG Physical Therapy Essential Functions Policy (Refer to Appendix A) . 35Student Counseling Office Student Counseling Services . 35Health Services Student Health Services. 35iii
UNG DPT Student Handbook 2022-2023Student Fundraising: . 36Poster and Banners . 36Student Center & Student Activities Contact Information: . 36Student Representation. 36Faculty Committees . 36Rho Tau Honor Society . 36Student Governance . 36Physical Therapy Convocation . 37Commencement . 37Appendices . 38Professional Behaviors. 43Remediation Recommended (if applicable). 57Faculty Approval . 57AFFIDAVIT – PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR DOCTORATE PROGRAM IN PHYSICAL THERAPY UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA . 60Substance Abuse Policy – Declination Form UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA. 61TURNITIN.COM UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA . 62University of North Georgia Department of Physical Therapy Gross Anatomy Lab Policy . 63HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM . 66iv
UNG DPT Student Handbook 2022-2023WelcomeDear DPT Class of 2025,Welcome to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at the University of North Georgia (UNG). We are committedto a creative and scholarly culture focused on developing innovative human movement specialists who are prepared todevelop unique solutions to movement restrictions in society.The program offers a unique pathway that allows students to work collaboratively with faculty on the design anddevelopment of rehabilitation solutions for people with movement restrictions. In this program, you will also have theopportunity to study with expert faculty using the latest and most advanced human motion analysis, balanceassessment, virtual reality technology, and cellular and tissue analysis labs.As part of our program commitment to inter-professional education, you will enjoy the privilege of participating in jointhuman patient simulations in our virtual hospital. Students also have the option to be involved in inter-professionalclinical service-learning experiences locally and abroad.Our program is committed to community advocacy and service. All students provide pro bono clinical services throughthe student-run therapy clinic (STAR). This clinic provides much needed community service while allowing students theopportunity to work alongside our expert faculty to develop clinical practice and management skills.This handbook provides you with a description of the program faculty, curriculum, policies and procedures. It isessential that you familiarize yourself with these policies and procedures. It is your responsibility to know and to followthe policies and procedures of this handbook and those of the university.You will find forms that must be completed and signed in the back portion of the handbook. These forms will becollected and housed in your student files.Again, we welcome you to the UNG DPT family and look forward to working with you as you matriculate through ourprogram.Sincerely,Kimberly H. Castle, PT, PhD, PCSDepartment HeadUNG DPT Programv
UNG Physical Therapy Student Handbook, 2022-2023University of North Georgia DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL THERAPY Organizational ChartPPDPT track DirectorReza NourbakhshDPT FacultyDeanDirector of ClinicalEducationCarolynn DeSandreProgram Specialist BudgetAssistant DeanKatie LambersonCHSP Officer: DEISueAnn McCallPT Department HeadKimberly CastleCam Christopher (DCE)SueAnn McCallACETamara PaalProgram AdmissionsCoordinatorAssociate PT DepartmentHeadLeslie BrockSueAnn McCallProgram CoordinatorClinical EducationStaci YoungbloodCHSP Officer:Research CounselRobert PowersDPT CommitteeAdmissionsAlumni AffinityCurriculumOutcomesPromotion & RetentionResearch and InnovationScholarship & AwardsviChairRachael Walton-MouwRachael Walton-MouwSueAnn McCallReza NourbakhshTBDRotating Committee ChairDon Walsh
UNG Physical Therapy Student Handbook, 2022-2023UNG DPT Program CalendarSummer Semester rDecember07 .DPT Faculty Retreat16 .Begin Summer Classes for PT II,III & ppDPT16-20 . PT I Orientation23 . Begin Summer Classes for ‘New’ PT I’s31 .Memorial Day Holiday04 and continuing . NEXT APTA Conference (Virtual)10 Hike @Amicalola Falls (DPT II and Faculty/Staff 4:30pm11 .White Coat Ceremony DPT II20.Juneteenth Holiday24 . .End Summer A for PT IIIs27–Aug 05 . .Clinical Education I (PT II) (6 weeks)27 Begin Summer B for PT IIIs04 .Independence Day Observed05 end summer semester PT I, III and ppDPT08 . Grades DueFall Semester 2022XX DPT Faculty RetreatXX CHSP Retreat23 .Begin Fall Classes for PT I,II, III and ppDPTxx .Clin Ed Institute05 .Labor Day Holiday16 Job Fair, Dahlonega, GA PT III, II, I, ppDPT24-25 .NPTE Course Review. DPT III and ppDPT03-Dec 09 Clin Ed II for PT III’s(10 wks)9-12 .APTA TRANSform Conf (Seattle, WA)28-30 .Education Leadership Conference (Milwaukee, WI)21-25 .Fall Break for Students24-25 Thanksgiving Holiday (faculty & staff)09 .Last Day of Classes12-15 . Final Exams for PT I’s, II’s & ppDPT16 .Remediation day19 . Grades Due20-Jan 07 . Winter Holidays for Students (PT I, II, ppDPT)21-30 . .Winter Holidays for Students PT III21-30 .Winter Break for Faculty/Staff (use of vacation days required)Spring Semester 2023JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilApril-Mayvii2 New Year’s Day2-April 21 . Clinical Education III (PT III’s)XX .Dept RetreatXX .CHSP retreat09 . .Begin Spring Classes (PT I, PT II & ppDPT)16 . MLK Holiday24-27 .CSM(San Antonio,TX)TBD .PTAG PT Capitol Day: Gold Dome, Atlanta, GA13-18 Spring HolidaysTBA .Spring PTAG imPacT 2023 Meeting26-27 .1st offering NPTE28 . .last day of classes30-04 FINAL EXAMS
UNG Physical Therapy Student Handbook, 2022-2023May06 .Remediation Day30-04 PT III’s return to campus30-04 . Research Week : All cohorts07 .Grades DueTBA .Convocation/Commencement CeremonyDates for DPT program 2022-2023 calendar year are subject to change.The UNG DPT calendar is a combination of university and departmental dates.Before planning to take time off, please refer to this calendar and the DPT policy on classattendance, and get the course managers approval prior to making time-off arrangements.viii
UNG Physical Therapy Student Handbook, 2021-2022UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA PHYSICAL THERAPY STUDENT HANDBOOKDoctorate in Physical Therapy Program Purpose StatementThe purpose of this Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) Student Handbook is to inform thestudent of our departmental mission, policies, and procedures. Graduate students are alsoexpected to review the policies and procedures outlined in the University of North Georgia (UNG)Graduate Catalog [UNG Graduate Catalog]. The University of North Georgia is a campus full of richand unique traditions; therefore, graduate students in the DPT program are expected to carefullyexplore these traditions through the UNG Student Handbook & PlannerOn October 14, 2009 the Board of Regents approved UNG to offer the DPT and on December 8,2009 the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) approved UNG to formally offerdoctorate degrees. The Doctor in Physical Therapy is the first doctorate degree offered at UNG.On April 2020, the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)awarded a reaffirmation of accreditation to UNG until April 2030.Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program Vision StatementThe UNG PT Department will develop Doctors of Physical Therapy who are movement systemexperts and leaders in teaching, research, practice, and service.1
UNG Physical Therapy Student Handbook 2022Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program Mission StatementThe UNG PT Department develops DPTs who through innovation and integration of research,education, service and clinical care, optimize movement and function across the life span indiverse populations.UNG and Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program DEI StatementThe University of North Georgia and PT department prepares students to lead in a diverse and globalsociety. Essential to this mission is an environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive ofindividuals and groups from a range of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds-an environment thatembraces varied perspectives, values and unique experiences. Diversity and InclusionDoctorate in Physical Therapy Program Strategic Plan GoalsTeachingUNG Department of Physical Therapy will produce highly competent entry-levelpractitioners who are innovative, problem-solving movement specialists that practiceautonomously, in an ethical, evidence-based, and inter-professional manner.Objectives1. To educate critical and innovative thinkers by integrating problem-oriented learningexperiences throughout the professional curriculum.2. To prepare students to become competent movement specialists who are capable ofunderstanding, preventing and treating movement dysfunctions.3. To prepare students to practice in a collaborative health delivery model through active,inter-professional learning experiences.4. To ensure student achievement and clinical competency through attainment of a 90% orgreater ultimate pass rate on the national licensure exam.ServiceUNG Department of Physical Therapy will provide meaningful opportunities for faculty, staff,and students to engage, promote, and support the well-being of the community and PTprofession.Objectives1. Complete a needs assessment with our community partners to identify and addresshealth needs.2. Encourage and promote service within the profession by providing three experiences forlocal (e.g., Pro Bono Clinical Practice), national, or international clinical service with facultyand student participation.ResearchUNG Department of Physical Therapy will establish a nationally and internationally recognizedresearch agenda.Objectives1. Provide mentoring of faculty through the establishment of journal clubs and researchseminars conducted four times annually.2. Form faculty interdisciplinary collaboration groups with local and internationalclinicians and researchers to establish communication and share ongoing research2
UNG Physical Therapy Student Handbook 2022among members and others.3. Allocate faculty development time and resources for research.4. Facilitate student involvement in research through assistantships, clinical researchparticipation, research lab observation, and conference attendance.3
UNG Physical Therapy Student Handbook 2022Program Philosophy and ValuesUNG is a public university in the University System of Georgia that has historic roots in militaryeducation, community engagement and service in rural northeast Georgia. The UNG PTprogram faculty believes that the program prepares physical therapist graduates to deliver highquality, innovative, and culturally inclusive care to North Georgians and beyond.In keeping with the mission of UNG, the DPT program is committed to developing physicaltherapists that demonstrate excellence, integrity, critical thinking, innovation, and activecommunity service and engagement in their professional lives. The DPT program will providean environment that fosters students to become: Collaborative team members Critical decision makers Life-long learners Progressive and innovative leaders Contemporary entry-level DPT practitioners Innovative thinkers Culturally and globally aware citizens Community health care advocates Pioneers in PT practice Human movement specialistsFurthermore, the UNG PT program faculty is committed to advancing the physical therapyprofession through the generation of new knowledge. By advancing the frontiers ofphysical therapy, the faculty is well positioned to create innovative approaches in physicaltherapy education and patient care. The UNG PT program faculty is dedicated to enhancinginter-professional communication and collaboration that culminates in a clearerunderstanding of physical therapists as human movement specialists.APTA Core ValuesThe faculty recognize and support the APTA core values. In 2013, the House of Delegates of theAPTA adopted APTA’s Vision Statement for the Physical Therapy Profession which is supported bythe Guiding Principles to Achieve the Vision. The core document on physical therapy practice,education and research entitled Professionalism in Physical Therapy: Core Values, was approvedby the APTA Board of Directors in 2003. Those values are foundational to our Code of Ethics andexpected professional behavior. They will be examined carefully early in the curriculum andapplications of their use will be considered throughout the curriculum. All students are expectedto join the faculty in recognizing, owning and practicing these values in all professionalinteractions and activities. These values include:1. Accountability2. Altruism3. Compassion / Caring4. Excellence45. Integrity6. Professional Duty7. Social Responsibility
UNG Physical Therapy Student Handbook 2022Professional Expectations and Requirements of Students in the DPT ProgramWe expect students in this program to adopt the professional values and goals professed in theprogram and its curriculum. Students will be introduced to a meth
Dates for DPT program 2022-2023 calendar year are subject to change. The UNG DPT calendar is a combination of university and departmental dates. Before planning to take time off, please refer to this calendar and the DPT policy on class attendance, and get the course managers approval prior to making time -off arrangements.
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