The PTA-Program Director is a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who demonstrates an understanding of education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in physical therapist assistant education. The PTA Program Director is responsible for (a) adhering to the CAPTE standards on new program development, (b) developing accreditation submission materials/reports for CAPTE and other accrediting agencies, and (c) working alongside the College academic corporate team to meet critical program development milestones. The Program Director is also responsible for teaching in the PTA Associate Degree Program, and oversee program assessment, maintenance of curriculum development and updates, new program initiatives, and assist in the recruitment and retention of PTA students.

The PTA PD is accountable for meeting student retention and attendance goals; directing and participating in educational planning; program organization; s...