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Daemen Announces Founding Dean of New College of Health Professions

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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AMHERST, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a national search, Daemen University has appointed Dr. Greg Ford as founding dean for the new College of Health Professions.

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  • AMHERST, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After a national search, Daemen University has appointed Dr. Greg Ford as founding dean for the new College of Health Professions.
  • As Dean, Dr. Ford is charged with establishing strategic priorities for the College of Health Professions and advancing the mission and vision of Daemen University.
  • "As founding dean, Dr. Ford will bring vision and critical institutional knowledge to this new leadership role," said Daemen President Gary Olson.
  • "Daemen is Western New York's premiere health care educator, and we look forward to his leadership in developing our newly created college of health sciences disciplines."

Russell Sage College Partners with edX to Develop Hybrid Occupational and Physical Therapy Degrees

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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TROY, N.Y. and LANHAM, Md., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Russell Sage College and edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), have announced a new partnership to develop and launch two hybrid degrees, a Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT), with Sage's School of Health Sciences. The MSOT degree will be the first hybrid occupational therapy program available on edX.org.

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  • The MSOT degree will be the first hybrid occupational therapy program available on edX.org.
  • This hybrid approach helps expand access to education and fill a critical need for occupation therapy and physical therapy professionals.
  • Sage and edX will work closely together on clinical fieldwork experiences for each cohort, leveraging edX's dedicated clinical placement team.
  • Russell Sage College enrolls approximately 2,300 students in bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs on campuses in Albany and Troy, New York, and online.

CAPTE Approves FHU Physical Therapist Assistant Program for Candidate Status

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Friday, August 5, 2022
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HENDERSON, Tenn., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) has granted Freed-Hardeman University Candidate for Accreditation Status, according to Dr. C.J. Vires, FHU Provost and Vice President of Academics. The inaugural cohort of the PTA program will begin courses Fall 2022, with applications still being accepted at this time.

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  • HENDERSON, Tenn., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) has granted Freed-Hardeman University Candidate for Accreditation Status, according to Dr. C.J.
  • It includes 640 hours of clinical experience in both the outpatient and inpatient settings under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant who is supervised by a licensed physical therapist.
  • CAPTE is the only accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation to accredit entry-level physical therapist and physical therapist education programs, according to its website.
  • The organization currently accredits more than 250 physical therapist education programs and more than 350 physical therapy assistant programs, predominantly in the United States.

Rasmussen University Announces New Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), announced today the launch of a new, accelerated Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program .

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  • Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), announced today the launch of a new, accelerated Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program .
  • Students can complete the DPT program at Rasmussen in as few as 24 months by leveraging competency-based education and the Universitys extensive experience in online learning.
  • The Rasmussen University DPT program is made up of seven prepared, supportive and experienced faculty ensuring students receive the highest level of instruction and support.
  • Rasmussen University-Graduate Studies North (MN) is seeking accreditation of a new physical therapist education program from CAPTE.

Rasmussen University Ocala Physical Therapist Assistant Program Earns CAPTE Accreditation

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Thursday, January 13, 2022
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Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, today announced its Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associates degree program at its Ocala campus has earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)*.

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  • Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, today announced its Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associates degree program at its Ocala campus has earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)*.
  • Accreditation signifies the program meets or exceeds standards and criteria for educational quality in physical therapist assistant curriculum and prepares students to work successfully in the profession upon graduation.
  • Students in the PTA program will experience:
    To learn more about the Rasmussen University Physical Therapist Assistant Associates degree program, please visit rasmussen.edu/pta .
  • *The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Rasmussen University Ocala is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected] ; website: http://www.capteonline.org .

Florida Southern College School Of Physical Therapy Joins Select Ranks Of Nationally Accredited PT Programs

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Thursday, December 2, 2021
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LAKELAND, Fla., Dec. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Following its fall meeting, the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) granted full accreditation to Florida Southern College's School of Physical Therapy.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Dec. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Following its fall meeting, the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) granted full accreditation to Florida Southern College's School of Physical Therapy.
  • The milestone marks the inclusion of the College's Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program among the less than 300 accredited DPT programs in the nation.
  • "I am elated at the news of CAPTE's decision to grant full accreditation to FSC's School of Physical Therapy," said FSC President Dr. Anne B. Kerr.
  • The College maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 70+ undergraduate programs and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, nursing, and physical therapy.

PCOM Georgia's Physical Therapy Program is Granted Accreditation

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Friday, June 4, 2021
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SUWANEE, Ga., June 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education granted initial accreditation to Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine's Doctor of Physical Therapy program following its spring 2021 meeting.

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  • SUWANEE, Ga., June 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education granted initial accreditation to Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine's Doctor of Physical Therapy program following its spring 2021 meeting.
  • Jay S. Feldstein, DO '81, said, "It's a credit to Dr. Palmer and his staff for achieving this significant goal for our physical therapy program."
  • In May of 2018, PCOM's physical therapy program was granted Candidate for Accreditation status by CAPTE.
  • PCOM Georgia offers doctoral degrees in osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, and physical therapy and graduate degrees in biomedical sciences and physician assistant studies.

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Granted Candidacy Accreditation for New Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program in Dallas, TX

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
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DALLAS, May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --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*.

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  • DALLAS, May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --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*.
  • "We are pleased to have completed another step in the pre-accreditation process, which started over two years ago."
  • Effective April 28, 2020, the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences' Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the Dallas, Texas campus has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314; phone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected] ).
  • Candidate for Accreditation is not an accreditation status, nor does it assure eventual accreditation.

Rasmussen College Expands Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s Degree Program to Ocala, Florida, Campus

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Thursday, July 11, 2019
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Rasmussen College , a regionally accredited private college, today announced the expansion of its Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associates degree program to its Ocala, Florida, campus .1 The PTA degree program is designed for students who are eager to play a hands-on role in helping people of all ages regain their strength and mobility.

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  • Rasmussen College , a regionally accredited private college, today announced the expansion of its Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associates degree program to its Ocala, Florida, campus .1 The PTA degree program is designed for students who are eager to play a hands-on role in helping people of all ages regain their strength and mobility.
  • We are excited to expand our PTA program to the Ocala community, said Amy Garrigues, PT, DPT, Rasmussen College executive director of physical therapy and rehabilitation services.
  • Rasmussen College Ocala is seeking accreditation of a new physical therapist assistant education program from CAPTE.
  • Rasmussen College offers Certificate and Diploma programs through Associates, Bachelors and Masters degree programs online and across its 23 Midwest and Florida campuses.

Rasmussen College – Land O’ Lakes/East Pasco Campus Physical Therapist Assistant Program Earns CAPTE Accreditation

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Tuesday, June 25, 2019
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Rasmussen College , a regionally accredited private college, is thrilled to announce its Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associates degree program at its Land O Lakes/East Pasco, Florida, campus has earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).1,2 Accreditation signifies the PTA program at the Land O Lakes/East Pasco campus meets or exceeds standards and criteria for educational quality in physical therapist assistant curriculum and prepares students to work successfully in the profession upon graduation.

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  • Rasmussen College , a regionally accredited private college, is thrilled to announce its Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associates degree program at its Land O Lakes/East Pasco, Florida, campus has earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).1,2 Accreditation signifies the PTA program at the Land O Lakes/East Pasco campus meets or exceeds standards and criteria for educational quality in physical therapist assistant curriculum and prepares students to work successfully in the profession upon graduation.
  • To learn more about the Rasmussen College Physical Therapist Assistant Associates degree program, please visit rasmussen.edu/pta .
  • 1 Rasmussen College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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    2 The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Rasmussen College Land OLakes/East Pasco is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected] ; website: http://capteonline.org .