In the latest FlexCast, ACAPT welcomes Dr. Mario Baker from the Healthcare Regulatory Research Institute (HRRI) for a conversation about the Healthy Practice Resource and the connection between practitioner well-being, professional competence, workplace culture and sustainable careers in healthcare.

What should a new DPT graduate be able to document on day one of clinical practice? In the latest FlexCast, ACAPT explores the essential documentation competencies students need before entering the profession.

The conversation examines documentation as more than paperwork.  We are joined by Hannah Bennett, PT, DPT, MBA; Kimeran Evans, PT, DPT, PhD; and Maggie Fahey, a DPT student at Marquette University. Our guests represent different perspectives for this conversation and also discuss common student challenges, aligning academic and clinical expectations, and practical ways programs can build documentation competency throughout the curriculum.

The future of physical therapy education depends on leaders who can navigate change, inspire collaboration, and turn strategic ideas into meaningful action.

That's why ACAPT created ELEVATE.

This new 12-month leadership experience is unlike a traditional professional development course. You'll apply leadership concepts directly to a real strategic initiative at your institution while receiving mentorship, collaborating with peers, and building practical leadership skills that extend far beyond the classroom.

Whether you're working on curriculum redesign, accreditation readiness, student success, faculty development, or another institutional priority, ELEVATE provides the tools and support to move your initiative forward.

Led by nationally recognized educators Dr. Dana Kahl and Dr. Michael Seils, participants also receive a 50% discount on Educational Leadership Conference registration.

In this episode of FlexCast, ACAPT welcomes members of the Advanced Professional Workforce Alliance (APWA) for a timely discussion on the federal policies shaping the future of health professions education and workforce development. 

Abe Saffer, former Senior Legislative Representative for AOTA; Allison Reed, Associate at Lewis-Burke; and ACAPT's President, Kimberly Varnado, PT, DPT, DHSc, OCS, FAAOMPT, explore the coalition's mission, the importance of unified advocacy, and several key policy developments impacting academic programs and students. The conversation highlights why these issues matter beyond higher education, influencing workforce sustainability, access to care, and the future of healthcare professions.

Tune in to learn how coalition advocacy is helping health professions speak with one voice on the issues that matter most.

ACAPT’s newest episode of FlexCast examines how assessment practices are shaping program quality, student outcomes, and strategic decision-making in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) education.

Hosted by ACAPT Board Director Sara North, PT, DPT, PhD, MEd, FNAP, University of Minnesota, the episode features Katie Myers, PT, DPT, PhD, Duke University; Rebecca Moore, PT, DPT, cert MDT, OCS, University of Memphis; and Ashley Parish, PT, DPT, PhD, CRT, University of Alabama at Birmingham, leaders working directly in program assessment and outcomes management. Together, they discuss the growing importance of dedicated assessment leadership within academic programs and the role assessment plays in supporting accreditation, curriculum alignment, and continuous improvement.

Hosted by Matt Calendrillo, Chair of ACAPT’s Clinical Education Commission, the episode features Benjamin Stern, MS, DPT, of Tufts University School of Medicine, who shares how AI-powered patient simulation is expanding opportunities for student practice and skill development.

Listeners will gain insight into how programs can create customizable patient scenarios, provide real-time feedback, and integrate AI into existing curricula.

ACAPT’s latest episode of FlexCast features Dr. Beth Moody-Jones (University of New Mexico Albuquerque) and Dr. Jessica Cammarata (Saint Francis University), whose programs have achieved 100% first-time NPTE pass rates.

In this practical, insight-driven conversation, they share how intentional curriculum design, aligned assessment strategies, and strong student support systems contribute to consistent success. They also offer actionable tips and lessons learned that programs can apply to strengthen their own outcomes.

In our latest FlexCast episode, FHEL graduates share the moments, challenges, and growth that shaped their leadership journeys. We're joined by Dr. Dawn Brown, PT, DPT, EdD, OCS; Dr. Stephanie Eton, PT, DPT, GCS, NCS; Dr. Jaime Gonzalez, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS.

In this episode of FlexCast, ACAPT is joined by Dr. Valerie Rucker-Bussie, Community Development Officer for the Rizing Tide Foundation, along with Rizing Tide scholars, for a meaningful conversation about community, mentorship, and student success in physical therapy education.

Together, they explore how support systems extend beyond financial assistance to foster belonging, resilience, and long-term leadership development, strengthening both the academic experience and the future PT workforce.

Federal policy decisions are underway that could significantly impact physical therapy education and the workforce pipeline. In Episode 2 of FlexCast, ACAPT, APTQI executive director, Nikesh Patel and Fox Rehabilitation CEO and APTQI member, Dr. Anthony Buccafurni, break down the RISE Committee, what’s at stake for the profession, and how institutions can take meaningful advocacy action now.