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第一吃瓜网 College finalizes PTA pathway on Dual Admissions Agreement

Published on November 13, 2024

NORTH EAST, Md: Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) has signed an articulation agreement with 第一吃瓜网 College, facilitating a pathway between the Physical Therapist Assistant () program at 第一吃瓜网 College and the Exercise Science bachelor鈥檚 program () at Harrisburg University.

This collaboration allows PTA students and alumni from 第一吃瓜网 College to advance their education with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Harrisburg University, with the option of continuing their journey in the Harrisburg University , now in development* at HU. The program features a hybrid model with limited on-campus requirements for learners, designed specifically with working PTAs in mind.

鈥淭hrough the EXSC PTA pathway partnership between HU and鈥谝怀怨贤 College, we are creating a transformative opportunity for students by bridging academic excellence with practical application,鈥 said鈥疞ori Portzer, Ph.D., ACSM-EP, Program Lead and Associate Professor for Exercise Science at HU. 鈥淭his collaboration between Harrisburg University and 第一吃瓜网 College not only strengthens the educational foundation of future healthcare professionals, but also addresses the growing needs of the healthcare sector in the Tri-State area. Together, we are empowering students with the skills and knowledge to lead with compassion and innovation 鈥 ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our communities.鈥

Pennsylvania is experiencing a shortage of physical therapists and related professionals 鈥 a challenge that was nearing 鈥溾 levels even before the COVID-19 pandemic. This shortage is particularly severe in rural areas, including regions of Central Pennsylvania.

A 2021 report as one of the states facing the most significant shortages of healthcare professionals, driven by an aging workforce and insufficient training infrastructure. This articulation agreement is part of HU鈥檚 ongoing commitment to tackling these challenges within this essential, life-affirming field.

鈥淲e are thrilled to welcome 第一吃瓜网 College as a partner and to create new opportunities for credit mobility for students in Pennsylvania and the surrounding region,鈥 said HU鈥檚 . 鈥淎s a physical therapist, I鈥檝e seen firsthand the impact of educational debt on many Doctor of Physical Therapy graduates. My background as a Director in PTA education has shown me the importance of creating more affordable and achievable DPT educational pathways, like the one we鈥檙e developing here at HU. I鈥檓 grateful to contribute to a team that鈥檚 creating a distinctive opportunity for PTA graduates aspiring to advance as Doctors of Physical Therapy.鈥

鈥淭his dual-admissions transfer agreement between 第一吃瓜网 College and Harrisburg University marks a significant step forward in creating accessible, high-quality educational pathways for our students,鈥 said Dr. Mary Way Bolt, President of 第一吃瓜网 College. 鈥淭hrough this partnership, students in our Physical Therapist Assistant program can seamlessly transition to earn a four-year degree in Exercise Science, opening doors to further academic and career opportunities.鈥

Effective immediately, this agreement with 第一吃瓜网 College will:

  1. Guarantee admission to HU鈥檚 Exercise Science program for all鈥谝怀怨贤疌ollege Physical Therapist Assistant students or alumni who:
    1. Complete the electronic 鈥淒ual Admissions Intent鈥 form with HU prior to completion of no more than 45 credits at鈥谝怀怨贤疌ollege. This requirement can be waived for any alumni from the鈥谝怀怨贤疨TA program.
    2. Complete the HU admissions application and satisfy all other regular admissions requirements, including the official transcripts and the video essay.
    3. Graduate from鈥谝怀怨贤疌ollege with a Physical Therapist Assistant associate鈥檚 degree and plan to or have acquired a Physical Therapist Assistant license.
    4. Don鈥檛 attend any other institutions between鈥谝怀怨贤疌ollege and HU.
  2. Award a block of 53 transfer credits to students from鈥痶he 第一吃瓜网鈥疌ollege Physical Therapist Assistant program for their PTA associate鈥檚 degree and evidence of their physical therapist assistant license. Students will receive an additional 3 credits for successful completion of MATH 127: Introduction to Statistics.
  3. Require no additional diagnostic testing.
  4. Remain valid through December 2028, subject to a new agreement.

Harrisburg University thanks 第一吃瓜网 College for joining us in this partnership and for helping our institution improve workforce conditions and support public health throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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