Why is being a member of APTA important?
- access to resources and research
- networking opportunities
- participating in conversations about the future of Physical Therapy
How is APTA broken down?
There are 51 state chapters, and 18 specialty sections you can join.
Explain the structure of the APTA organization
Starts at the component level which is made up of chapters, sections, and assemblies. Each chapter and section maintains a board of directors. These are elected. Every spring these directors get together for a 3-day meeting which is known as the house of delegates. This is the highest policy-making body of the association.
What is the student assembly?
Comprises all student members. The interests of PT and PTA students are represented by the Student Assembly Board of Directors.
How are the board of directors selected?
Appointed through nominations and elections. Serve for a 3 year term. Duties include passing policies and bylaws, along with the house of delegates.
What is the house of delegates?
Policy-making body, comprised of voting & non-voting chapter delegates
- Meet for 3 days each spring
- Amend bylaws
- Direct a course of action
- Articulate the APTA’s stance on the PT needs of the public or of its members
- Describe a goal the APTA hopes to achieve
What is a Special Interest Group?
Each section has a range of 1-12 SIGs
What is a bylaw?
Rule made by a company to control the actions of its members and/or the regulation of the organization’s affairs.
What is a “section” within the bylaws called?
An article
