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South Texas College

Detailed Assessment Report 2009-2011 Physical Therapist Assistant

Mission / Purpose

The program is designed to prepare a workforce of Physical Therapist Assistants by providing a quality academic education at the technical career level. The program will collaborate with local health care settings for external learning experiences to provide close linkages with the community in order to meet the unique needs of a multi-cultural environment by:

Maintaining a high standard of excellence in education

Creating an environment in which development of human potential is the highest priority

Offering open access and opportunity for all qualified students

Meeting the needs of business and industry for the economic vitality of south Texas

Providing service to the community and opportunity for lifelong learning

Recognizing the cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity of individuals and communities

The mission of the South Texas College Associate of Applied Science Degree Physical Therapist Assistant Program reflects the mission of the College. The mission of the PTA Program is therefore, to prepare Associate of Applied Science graduates to be providers of care and members of the physical therapy profession. Graduates are committed to serve a culturally, racially, and ethnically diverse community. They provide physical therapy intervention to selected clients with health care needs in a variety of settings. Graduates promote optimal health and function in themselves, their patients, and throughout the community. The PTA is a vital member of the PT profession who practices within the guidelines of the American Physical Therapy Association’s Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics, and applicable state regulations. The PTA Program facilitates the development of competent professionals with critical thinking skills through academic learning, clinical practicum experiences and various learning situations

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where problem-solving skills are developed.

The faculty of the PTA Program is responsible not only to support the mission of the College, but also to insure continuous accreditation of the program and eligibility of the graduates to seek licensure. Therefore, the program standards for placement, progression, and graduation of PTA students will differ in specific instances from those of the College.

Goals

G 1: Quality Education and Preparation Ensure quality academic education and preparation.

G 2: Produce Quality Graduates Produce safe and effective PTA graduates.

G 3: Quality Clinical Education Ensure quality clinical education program.

G 4: Improve Retention Improve student retention.

G 5: Ensure Program Compliance Ensure PTA program compliance with college, state, and national criteria and accreditation measures.

Outcomes/Objectives, with Any Associations and Related Measures, Achievement Targets, Findings, and Action Plans

O 1: Assess Graduate Workplace Performance The PTA Program will revise and utilize program specific graduate and employer surveys for the assessment of graduate performance.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.4.1 Continually adapt programs and services to effectively meet changing community and regional needs and expectations. 2008.6.5 Generate and utilize relevant, timely, and accurate data to implement, evaluate and continuously improve student learning and student success initiatives.

Related Measures

M 1: Graduate and Employer Surveys The PC will collaborate with RAS to improve existing survey tools.

Source of Evidence: Document Analysis

Achievement Target: The program will survey graduates of the Class of 2009 and their employers by May 2010.



Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Not Met Target was not met. As new PTA Graduate and Employer survey tools were not completed until summer 2011, graduates of 2009 were not surveyed. The program began utilizing new survey tools with graduates of 2010.

Related Action Plans (by Established cycle, then alpha):

Continue surveying graduates and employers Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 The program will continue surveying graduates and their employers approximately 1 year post graduation.

For full information, see the Action Plan Detail section of this report.

O 2: Assess Supporting Faculty The PTA Program will assess the adequacy and effectiveness of its supporting faculty.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.6 Empower faculty and staff for greater achievement through systematic and intensive professional development. 2008.5.1 Set guidelines for institutionally defined expectations of professional, productive, team-oriented behavior.

Related Measures

M 2: Supporting Faculty Evaluation PC will collaborate with the faculty and lab assistant to develop Performance Evaluation Tools for both the lab assistant and guest lecturers.

Source of Evidence: Evaluations

Achievement Target: The lab assistant will be evaluated annually in the spring semester, and guest lecturers will be evaluated at the close of their presentation.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. PTA Program faculty and lab assistant determined the existing HR Professional Technical Support Performance Appraisal Form would meet program needs. This form was utilized to evaluate the Lab Asst. A "Presentation Evaluation Form" was developed and utilized for guest lecturers.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Partially Met Outcome was not met. Informal evaluations were completed, however formal tools were not developed.


Continue to use HR evaluation form Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 The program will continue utilizing the HR Professional Technical Support Performance Appraisal Form to evaluate the Lab Asst. o...


O 3: Maintain Faculty Professional Membership PTA Program core faculty will maintain active membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA), and



Coastal Bend District.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.6 Empower faculty and staff for greater achievement through systematic and intensive professional development. 2008.4.7 Serve as resident experts for our community in all areas of academia, industry and service. 2008.5.8 Adhere to the highest ethical standards through an institutional commitment to personal and professional integrity.

Related Measures

M 3: Professional Membership Renewal The PC and core faculty will renew professional PT and PTA memberships at the national, state, and district levels on an annual basis.

Source of Evidence: Professional standards

Achievement Target: PTA Program faculty will achieve 100% membership in the APTA, TPTA, and Coastal Bend District on an annual basis.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. All core faculty are current members of the APTA, TPTA, and Coastal Bend District.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. 100% of core time faculty are members.


Professional APTA Memberships Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Professional APTA Memberships

Renew professional memberships Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Faculty will continue to renew professional memberships on an annual basis. Continue Educational/Professional Development Course...


O 4: Assess Core Faculty PTA Program core faculty will demonstrate ongoing effectiveness via the faculty evaluation process.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.6 Empower faculty and staff for greater achievement through systematic and intensive professional development. 2008.5.6 Empower faculty and staff to achieve high standards of professionalism through effective professional development.

Related Measures

M 4: Core Faculty Evaluation By the close of the fall semester, PC and faculty will complete the faculty evaluation process by compiling & discussing results and developing an action plan to address identified needs/deficiencies.




Achievement Target: Program faculty will demonstrate an overall minimum rating of 3.5. The PC will forward completed evaluations to the NAH Dean.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Partially Met Target was partially met. Program faculty did demonstrate an overall minimum rating of 3.5, however the eval process was not formally completed via development of an action plan.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Not Met

Student evaluations indicated ratings above 3.5 for all program faculty. Self assessment were completed with positive results, however final action plans were not developed.


Continue to perform faculty evaluations Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue with efforts to perform faculty evaluations in the fall semester, which will allow for anticipated budget requirements ...


M 5: Faculty Development PC and faculty will participate in activities to support recommendations from the faculty evaluation process, throughout the academic year.

Source of Evidence: Activity volume

Achievement Target: Each core faculty member will demonstrate ongoing efforts to address identified needs via evidence of attendance at meetings, conferences, continuing education, etc.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Not Met Target was not met. Faculty evaluation processes were initiated, however recommendations were not formally developed.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Faculty and PC met informally to identify needs based on self-assessment and student feedback. All faculty attended meetings, CEU programming, etc. to improve overall performance.


Complete the faculty evaluation process Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Complete the faculty evaluation process for the upcoming academic year. Continue Educational/Professional Development Course R...

Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees

Continuing Education Attendance Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Travel expenses to attend cont. ed. programs.




O 5: Assess Adequacy of Resources All program faculty and staff will participate in the development of the program budget and ongoing assessment of available resources.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.5 Provide exemplary, state-of-the-art services, facilities, and information technologies that support student learning. 2008.1.8 Allocate budgets, staffing, and resources with an institutional commitment to student learning.

Related Measures

M 6: Review Available Resources PC will hold a minimum of 2 departmental meetings per year to review inventory, assess adequacy of the program's current resources (faculty, student services, budget, library/learning resources, program space, equipment, supplies & technology), and identify additional resources needed to support instructional needs.

Source of Evidence: Administrative measure - other

Achievement Target: Bi-annual meeting minutes will provide evidence of an assessment of the adequacy of available resources to support the instructional needs for the current number of students, and development of an action plan to address additional resource needs.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. In light of recent budgetary decreases, PTA Faculty prioritized needs to accomodate available resources and recommended the following: enhanced learning resources including instructional CD's, assistive devices, linens, pillows, a student desk/treatment table. Student lab kit orders were also modified to include individual gowns.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Outcome was met. PC and faculty assessed program needs and created a list for the purchase of items related to equipment and supplies. No capital equipment needs were identified. The current budget will support all recommended purchases. A need was identified for additional faculty supervision in lab. Paperwork for hire was initiated.


Conduct annual needs assessment Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue with annual assessment of needs. Money for expenses related to: lab equipment supplies, Instructional materials, paper...

Educational Equipment & Supplies Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Money for expenses related to: lab equipment & supplies, Instructional materials, paper & consumables, scantron fees, copier ren...

Equipment Maintenance/Repair/Calibration Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Annual calibration & equipment checks.




O 6: Assess Effectiveness of Curriculum The PTA Program will conduct an annual curricular review to determine ongoing effectiveness.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities. 2008.1.2 Make student learning the role and responsibility of all stakeholders; students, faculty and staff at every level of the institution. 2008.6.5 Generate and utilize relevant, timely, and accurate data to implement, evaluate and continuously improve student learning and student success initiatives.

Related Measures

M 7: Annual Curricular Review PC and faculty will conduct an annual summer review of current course sequencing, contact hours, program learning outcomes, course learning outcomes, instructional methodologies, and assessment methods as well as recent course and program completion rates/grades, surveys, clin ed documents, licensure results, and meeting minutes, to identify curricular strengths, weaknesses, and any needed changes.


Achievement Target: Summer meeting minutes will provide evidence of assessment of the current curriculum followed by the development of an action plan to address changes as needed.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. In an effort to improve program retention rates the need for the following changes was identified: divide select labs into 2 parts (A & B), modify class schedules to eliminate Friday a.m. classes, redistribute course content to present massage in first semester and orthopedic pathology in Patho course, modify lab practical testing in Ther Ex to omit previously tested skills. PTHA 2205 Neurology was added to the 3rd semester and remaining fall classes will be taught in mini-mester format. Intro to PT will be taught in mini-mester format as well.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met

Faculty determined the need for additional instruction in documentation, use of professional terminology, and adequate knowledge of legal and professional concepts. Faculty agreed to incorporate documentation with new instructional units as appropriate, and add a unit on legal and professional concepts to PTHA 1405 Basic Pt Care Skills in the 1st semester.


Continue an annual assessment of curricular effectiveness Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue an annual assessment of curricular effectiveness followed by development of an action plan.




O 7: Ensure Effectiveness of Course Syllabi All program faculty will ensure ongoing accuracy and effectiveness of course syllabi.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities. 2008.1.2 Make student learning the role and responsibility of all stakeholders; students, faculty and staff at every level of the institution.

Related Measures

M 8: Syllabi Update Program faculty will update individual course syllabi to maintain accuracy & effectiveness of the following: course objectives that support stated program learning outcomes, instructional objectives that are stated in behavioral terms, instructional methodology and assessment methods that are congruent with objectives as stated and clear measures that determine individual student competence and safety.


Achievement Target: Summer meeting minutes will provide evidence of assessment of the syllabi review for each course with changes as needed.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. The course syllabus for PTHA 2431 Management of Neuro was modified to align with the new course PTHA 2205 Neurology. All syllabi were updated to include relevant PLO/CLO information.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Syllabi review was conducted in summer 2009. Only minor curricular changes were required this year.


Continue to assess effectiveness of course syllabi Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue to assess effectiveness of course syllabi followed by changes as needed.


O 8: Maintain Current PTA Curriculum The PTA Program will ensure that the PTA curriculum is reflective of current PT practice and trends, as per national accreditation standards.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.4 Offer instructional programs of the highest quality. 2008.4.1 Continually adapt programs and services to effectively meet changing community and regional needs and expectations.

Related Measures

M 9: Input from Communities of Interest Faculty will solicit input/recommendations from communities of interest (students, clinical faculty, Advisory Board) regarding current practice vs. PTA curriculum



during regularly scheduled meetings.

Source of Evidence: Discussions / Coffee Talk

Achievement Target: Meeting minutes from bi-annual Advisory Board meetings, clinical progress sessions with students and clinical faculty, and the Exit interview with graduating students will provide evidence of discussion regarding the currency/adequacy of the PTA curriculum, followed by an action plan to address changes as needed.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. Students and Advisory Board members supported identified curriculum changes for modifications in scheduling, testing, and presentation of content. The program continues to reflect current practice standards.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Discussion indicated that the curriculum remains reflective of current practice . Faculty agreed that the purchase of the following would be appropriate: pulse oximeter, inclinometers, & new style of ionto patches . Additional recommended content could be introduced via vendor in-services (bed traction, specialty W/C's, orthotics/prosthetics).


Continue annual assessment of curricular currency/adequacy Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue annual assessment of curricular currency/adequacy followed by development of an action plan as needed.


M 10: Utilization of Content Area Experts Faculty will utilize guest speakers for content areas outside their level of expertise or experience.


Achievement Target: Faculty will determine guest lecturers prior to the start of each semester, and initiate paperwork as needed to encumber necessary funds.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. Guests were identified and funds were encumbered. ID'd guests are: David Huerta (peripheral joint mobs), ecptote reps (licensure), Robert Garza (SCI), UTPA Cadaver lab asst. (Anatomy)


The faculty identified the need for ongoing use of guest lecturers related to SCI, joint mobilization techniques, and state licensure issues. Funds to support such need were included in the budget plan.


Guest Speaker Fees Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Guest Speaker Fees

Identify appropriate guest speakers Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue to identify appropriate guest speakers and budget/encumber



necessary funds for Guest Speaker Fees.


O 9: Prepare Students for Licensure Exam The PTA Program will prepare students for timely and successful completion of the national licensure examination.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.4 Offer instructional programs of the highest quality.

Related Measures

M 11: Electronic Licensure Preparation The PC will provide electronic licensure prep materials to simulate the national exam. Program students will complete the exams during the CAPSTONE course.

Source of Evidence: Curriculum/syllabus analysis of course to program

Achievement Target: 100% of CAPSTONE course students will complete at least 3 of the 4 available simulated licensure exams by the close of the semester.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. All students completed 4/4 simulated licensure exams in the spring semester.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met The outcome was met. 100% of students completed at least 3 of the 4 simulated exams.


Licensure Prep Materials Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Licensure Prep Materials

Provide licensure prep materials Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue providing licensure prep materials.


M 12: Texas Board Licensure Presentation The PC will arrange for representatives from the Texas Board of PT Examiners to present information regarding licensure exam preparation to students enrolled in the CAPSTONE course.

Source of Evidence: Curriculum/syllabus analysis of course to program

Achievement Target: 100% of students will participate in the Texas Board of PT Examiners licensure presentation.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. All students participated in the board presentation.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met 100% of students participated in the Texas Board presentation.




Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees

Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Encumber funds for Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees.


M 13: Licensure Review Program The ACCE will provide a series of comprehensive licensure examination review workshops for recent graduates, following graduation.


Achievement Target: 90% of recent program graduates will participate in the licensure exam review program.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. 91% of graduates participated in the review program.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met 91% of 2009 program graduates participated in the exam review.


Offer licensure review Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue to offer licensure review following graduation.


M 14: Licensure Scores The PC will track the performance of recent program graduates for overall pass rates as well as individual content areas.

Source of Evidence: Certification or licensure exam, national or state

Achievement Target: 90% of program graduates will receive a passing score on the national licensure examination and all individual content areas within 6 months of graduation.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. 100% of 2011 graduates passed the licensure exam on the 1st attempt.


According to STC 2008-09 Fact Book, 100% of PTA graduates (2006-07 cohort) passed the national licensure exam.

Conclusion: PTA graduates' licensure exam pass rate was 10% higher than the target.


Licensure Score Report Fees Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 PC will use licensure score reports to track the performance of recent program graduates.




O 10: Achieve Stakeholder Satisfaction Stakeholders will indicate overall satisfaction with the PTA program.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.4.1 Continually adapt programs and services to effectively meet changing community and regional needs and expectations. 2008.6.5 Generate and utilize relevant, timely, and accurate data to implement, evaluate and continuously improve student learning and student success initiatives.

Related Measures

M 15: Advisory Board Satisfaction PC will solicit Advisory Board comments regarding level of satisfaction with the PTA Program.

Source of Evidence: Discussions / Coffee Talk

Achievement Target: Minutes from one of the Advisory Board's bi-annual meetings will indicate overall satisfaction with the PTA Program.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. May 2011 meeting minutes indicate ongoing Advisory Board satisfaction.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Advisory Board meeting minutes indicated "overall satisfaction".


Solicit Advisory Board feedback Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue to solicit Advisory Board feedback regarding satisfaction.


M 16: Graduate and Employer Satisfaction The PC will track recent graduate and employer satisfaction via performance surveys.

Source of Evidence: Alumni survey or tracking of alumni achievements

Achievement Target: 85% of graduate and employer respondents will indicate overall satisfaction with graduate performance.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Partially Met Target was partially met. 100% of surveyed Graduates of 2010 indicated overall satisfaction. Employer surveys have yet to be completed.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Not Met

PTA Program did not utilize a satisfaction survey in 2009. As such, target was not assessed.


Continue annual assessment of graduate and employer satisfaction



Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue with annual assessment of graduate and employer satisfaction via follow up surveys approx 1 year post graduation.


O 11: Remain Current in Content Areas Program faculty will remain current in their content area and related physical therapy practices.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.6 Empower faculty and staff for greater achievement through systematic and intensive professional development. 2008.1.8 Allocate budgets, staffing, and resources with an institutional commitment to student learning. 2008.5.6 Empower faculty and staff to achieve high standards of professionalism through effective professional development.

Related Measures

M 17: Content Area Development Program core faculty will participate in ongoing activities to ensure continual development of knowledge and skills that are reflective of current PT practice and PTA education.


Achievement Target: 100% of core faculty will attend a minimum of one CEU course, conference, and/or meeting that is directly related to their teaching/content area, on an annual basis.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. Attendance was as follows: I. Garcia - Coastal Bend District Mtg.; A Garcia - 2010 TPTA Annual Conference, fall 2010 Alliance Mtg, Coastal Bend Mtg and pediatric CEU program, 2010 APTA Educational Leadership Conf., and 2011 APTA CSM; D. Hernandez - 2010 TPTA Annual Conference, fall 2010 Alliance Mtg, Coastal Bend Mtg, 2010 APTA Educational Leadership Conf. and 2011 APTA CSM, & Aquatics CEU program

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met PC and ACCE attended annual TPTA conference/cont. ed, faculty attended Coastal Bend CEU program.


Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees

Continuing Education Attendance Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Travel expenses to attend cont. ed. programs.




O 12: Assess Clinical Education Program The PTA Program will conduct an annual review of the clin ed component of the curriculum to determine its effectiveness with respect to course sequence, duration/length, variety, and overall communication.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities.

Related Measures

M 18: Analyze Clinical Education Data The ACCE will compile data related to the clinical education component of the curriculum (grades, surveys, clin ed forms, student and CI interviews) to identify trends, strengths, or weaknesses.


Achievement Target: 1) Meeting minutes will provide evidence of information/data compiled by the ACCE and reviewed with the PC at the close of every practiced experience, followed by the development of an action plan to address changes as needed. 2) Clinical education data will be included in the annual summer review process.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. Information compiled did not reveal any weaknesses. Strengths noted were with neuro and rehab handling skills. In general, all had a strong Ther Ex knowledge.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Following review of compiled data, the following trends were noted: strengths=documentation, Ther Ex, confidence with patients, patient handling, neuro skills. Weaknesses=progression of the patient.


Monitor student feedback Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue to monitor student feedback for trends, etc.


O 13: Assess Clinical Faculty Effectiveness The PTA Program will assess the effectiveness of it's clinical education faculty.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities. 2008.1.4 Offer instructional programs of the highest quality. 2008.1.6 Empower faculty and staff for greater achievement through systematic and intensive professional development.

Related Measures

M 19: Summary of Clinical Instructor Performance



The ACCE will summarize SECEE forms and Student Evaluation of Clinical Faculty Performance forms in order to provide clinical instructors with a summary of their current performance and develop recommendations/activities to address any identified weaknesses.


Achievement Target: 100% of clinical instructors will receive a good or better rating for criteria 13 - 24 of the SECEE form and a 4 or better for criteria assessed on the Student Evaluation of Clinical Faculty Performance.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Not Met Target was not met. 1 out of 24 CI's received a "3" rating on criteria #18 of the SECEE form. This was a first time CI.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Partially Met 80% of clinical instructors received scores identified as the minimum standard for the PTA program.


ACCE Travel to Clinical Ed Sites Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 In addition to individual training for new CI's prior to placement of a student, the ACCE will complete a mid-practicum follow-u...


O 14: Promote Clinical Education Effectiveness The PTA Program will promote effectiveness of clinical education faculty and/or the clinical facility environment in which they practice.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities. 2008.1.4 Offer instructional programs of the highest quality. 2008.1.6 Empower faculty and staff for greater achievement through systematic and intensive professional development.

Related Measures

M 20: Clinical Faculty Needs The ACCE will provide activities to address needs identified via the clinical faculty performance evaluation.


Achievement Target: Ratings of less than good assigned to clinical faculty and/or clinical facility criteria will improve as compared to the previous year.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Previous assessment of CI performance did not indicate any areas of weakness.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Not Met During 08-09 the program gathered benchmark scores utilizing the SECEE forms from the PTA MACS revision for ratings of less than "(B) at least weekly" for questions 74-79, and less than "Yes" for questions 81-83.




Clinical Instructor Training Program Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue to monitor CI performance and provide intervention as needed.


O 15: Assess Clinical Education Faculty Qualifications The PTA Program will routinely assess the qualifications of its Clinical Education faculty.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.6.4 Actively recruit, reward and retain the best faculty and staff.

Related Measures

M 21: Clinical Instructor Qualifications The ACCE will track clinical instructor qualifications (licensure, experience, certifications) prior to student practicum placements.

Source of Evidence: Administrative measure - other

Achievement Target: 100% of participating clinical instructors will meet the qualifications determined by the program.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. 100% of CI's and facilities met licensure and Board facility registration as required.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Outcome was met. 100% of CI's met qualifications determined by the program.


Continue to assess Clin Ed qualifications Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue to assess Clin Ed qualifications prior to scheduled practicums.


O 16: Assess Program Enrollment The PTA Program will determine appropriate enrollment figures for the upcoming academic year.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities. 2008.1.8 Allocate budgets, staffing, and resources with an institutional commitment to student learning.

Related Measures

M 22: Enrollment Analysis



The PC and faculty will analyze available resources (space, equipment, faculty, clinic placements, etc.), completion rates, job placement rates, contact hour/budget reports, and related state/national guidelines, to determine appropriate enrollment figures for the upcoming academic year, prior to admission of a new cohort of students.


Achievement Target: Maximum course enrollment figures will be submitted to the Curriculum and Accreditation Office in conjunction with course schedules, per stated deadlines.


Target was met. The PTA Program will continue to enroll a new cohort of 18 students each fall; Level I A & B labs will be limited to 9 students each. Intro to PT will be limited to 22 students per mini-mester section; 1 section will be offered in the fall and summer I; 2 sections will be offered in the spring.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Enrollment figures were determined and submitted by the PC per stated deadlines.


Determine appropriate enrollment Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue annual determination of appropriate enrollment figures.


O 17: Assess Admission Process The program's admission criteria, selection process, and prerequisites will support the program's mission, goals, and objectives.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities.

Related Measures

M 23: Admissions Process The PC and faculty will conduct an annual summer review of program admission criteria, selection process, and prerequisites to ensure ongoing support of the program's mission, goals, and objectives.


Achievement Target: Summer meeting minutes will provide evidence of assessment of admissions criteria, processes, and prerequisites for the ability to support program needs, followed by the development of an action plan to address changes as needed.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. Following faculty, Advisory Board, student and graduate meetings/input the following selection process changes were recommended: pilot the PSB Health Occupations Aptitude Exam for Phase II of the selection process instead of the current Reading Assessment; offer bonus points for students who earn an "A" on the 1st



attempt in Intro to PT. All NAH selective entry programs will: increase the required cum. GPA from 2.5 to 3.0, require A&P be taken within the last 5 years, require a "B" or better for all pre-req's.


Assessment of Admissions criteria was completed. Advisory Committee recommended use of a brief interview to assist in determining most qualified candidates. Objective question/score sheet was developed and added to process. Also determined that ACT writing score was too high resulting in a limited applicant pool. Lowered required score from an 8 to a 6.


Assess admission/selection criteria Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue annual assessment of admission/selection criteria and prerequisites.


O 18: Improve Program Completion Rate The PTA Program completion rate will improve from the previous year.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.3.6 Expand initiatives throughout STC to identify and eliminate barriers to course and program completion. 2008.6.5 Generate and utilize relevant, timely, and accurate data to implement, evaluate and continuously improve student learning and student success initiatives.

Related Measures

M 24: Course Completion Data Following review of course completion reports, student attrition files (including contributing factors), and effectiveness of existing retention strategies, program faculty will identify and implement new strategies and initiatives as needed to facilitate improved program completion rates.


Achievement Target: Program completion rate will improve a minimum of 2% as compared to the previous year.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Partially Met Target was partially met. Completion rate for 2009 was 65%, which then increased to 70% in 2010. The rate then decreased to 59% in 2011. Identified areas for improvement included: admission criterion/selection processes, assessment of motivation/applicant suitability, assessment of college preparedness, psychomotor requirements, program scheduling, lab instruction, curriculum/ther ex

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Program completion rate almost doubled compared to the previous year - 6 graduated in 2008; 11 graduated in 2009.


Implement curriculum changes



Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Several changes which will be implemented beginning fall 2011 such as: Level I labs will be offered in A / B format. Intro to PT...


O 19: Assess Policy & Procedure Impact College, division, and program policies, procedures, and standards will support the program's mission, goals, and objectives.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities. 2008.5.7 Engage in inter-departmental partnerships and cross-functional teams to eliminate silos and facilitate student success.

Related Measures

M 25: Review Policies, Procedures & Standards PC and faculty will conduct an annual summer review of college, division, and program policies, procedures, and standards to ensure ongoing support of the program's mission, goals and objectives.


Achievement Target: Summer meeting minutes will provide evidence of assessment of relevant college, division, and program documents for the ability to support program needs, followed by the development of an action plan to address changes as needed.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. The program identified the need to modify selection processes for improved identification of qualified students. Changes will be reflected in relevant documents and then implemented in 2012.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Outcome was met. PC and faculty reviewed documents to ensure ongoing compliance. No discrepancies noted between college, division & program documents. Faculty determined need for additional standards regarding lab practical testing & professional behaviors (stress management).


Continue annual assessment of documents Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue annual assessment of documents.


O 20: Participate in Recruitment and Marketing Faculty will participate in ongoing recruitment and marketing efforts to promote the physical therapy profession and PTA Program.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.2.2 Educate internal and external communities about STC’s high expectations for student success.



2008.3.3 Lead the development and collaboration of family outreach programs to promote the expectation of going to college. 2008.3.4 Identify and target new markets and new student populations.

Related Measures

M 26: Marketing/Outreach Activities Faculty will conduct marketing and/or outreach activities.


Achievement Target: All core faculty will participate in a minimum of 1 outreach/marketing activity per year.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. All faculty partipated in the NAH Harvest of Health. D. Hernandez also participated in Spring open house events on the NAH and Pecan campuses

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Outcome was met. PC participated in career days, ACCE participated in Health Careers Discovery Camp, and faculty developed PowerPoint advising tool.


Marketing & PR Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue with faculty involvement in ongoing PR and Marketing.


O 21: Participate at State & National Level PTA Program core faculty will actively participate at the state and national levels to stay abreast of pertinent changes in PTA education and accreditation.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.6 Empower faculty and staff for greater achievement through systematic and intensive professional development. 2008.4.7 Serve as resident experts for our community in all areas of academia, industry and service. 2008.5.8 Adhere to the highest ethical standards through an institutional commitment to personal and professional integrity.

Related Measures

M 27: Maintain Active Professional Membership PC and core faculty will represent STC at state and/or national PTA education and accreditation conferences/meetings on an annual basis.


Achievement Target:

1) 100% of core faculty will attend a minimum of 1 meeting/conference at the state or national level each year. 2) At least 1 core faculty member will represent STC as an officer or committee member at the state or national level each year.



Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met 1) Target was met. I. Garcia attended Coastal Bend Chapter mtg; A. Garcia & D. Hernandez attended meetings at district, state, and national levels. 2) A. Garcia serves as Treasurer of the Texas Alliance of PTA Educators

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Targets were met. All faculty participated in at least 1 meeting/ conference. PC and ACCE to TPTA conf; PC and faculty participated in Coastal Bend meeting. ACCE = Texas Alliance of PTA Educators Treasurer, faculty = TPTA Coastal Bend District liaison.


Conference/Meeting Expenses Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue with representation and active participation in professional level activities.


O 22: Determine Policy and Procedure Compliance PTA Program policies, procedures, standards, mission and philosophy will be 100% compliant with those of the Division and college.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.1 Make student learning the primary purpose and intended outcome of all college activities. 2008.4.1 Continually adapt programs and services to effectively meet changing community and regional needs and expectations.

Related Measures

M 28: Review of documents PC and faculty will conduct an annual summer review of college, division, and program policies, procedures, standards, mission & philosophy to ensure ongoing compliance.


Achievement Target: 1) Summer meeting minutes will provide evidence of assessment of relevant college, division, and program documents for ongoing compliance, followed by the development of an action plan to address changes as needed. 2) Existing program documents (handbooks, syllabi, etc.) will be updated in the summer.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. Program documents were updated to reflect approved changes to admission requirements.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Outcome was met. PC and faculty reviewed documents to ensure ongoing compliance. No discrepancies noted at this time.


Continue annual review and revision of relevant documents Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue annual review and revision of relevant documents.




O 23: Maintain Current & Consistent Public Information PTA Program materials will provide current and consistent admissions information to the public.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.2.4 Build a greater understanding and appreciation of the community college philosophy of open access throughout the region. 2008.3.4 Identify and target new markets and new student populations.

Related Measures

M 29: Public Information Program faculty and staff will conduct an annual summer review of all program information and materials available to the public, to ensure consistency and accuracy. PC will update program materials and submit for changes to other college departments as needed.


Achievement Target: Summer meeting minutes will provide evidence of review of program information and documents available to the public for the presence of any inconsistencies and/or invalid information, and the development of an action plan to address identified needs.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. Program documents were updated to reflect approved changes to admission requirements.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met A review of all public documentation was completed and all inconsistencies were corrected.


Continue annual review and revision of relevant documents Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue annual review and revision of relevant documents.


O 24: Promote High Job Placement Rate The PTA Program will promote a high job placement rate.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.4.2 Transform the regional economy through rapid response, workforce training, and resourceful partnerships in order to compete in evolving and emerging global markets.

Related Measures

M 30: Employment Data The ACCE will track employment data for recent graduates, during the spring semester.

Source of Evidence: Job placement data, esp. for career/tech areas



Achievement Target: 95% of program graduates will be employed as PTA's within 1 year of graduation.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. 100% of 2010 and 2011 graduates secured employment as PTA's within 1 year of graduation.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met 100% of graduates were employed as PTA's within less than 1 year of graduation.


Continue tracking employment data Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue tracking employment data.


M 31: Local Job Opportunities The PC will arrange for community employers to present job opportunities on-site for students preparing to graduate.


Achievement Target: At least 8 community employers will provide recruitment presentations to students.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. 11 community employers provided recruitment presentations in spring 2011.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Achievement target was met. Program students attended 10 recruitment presentations.


Arrange networking opportunities Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue with efforts to arrange networking opportunities with area employers.


M 32: TPTA Conference/Student Conclave At least 1 program faculty member will accompany students to the Texas Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference and Student Conclave to facilitate networking with PT professionals.


Achievement Target: Students and faculty will participate in the TPTA Annual Conference and Student Conclave in October.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. Both A. Garcia and D. Hernandez attended state conference with students in Oct. 2010.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Achievement target was met. 2 faculty attended the TPTA Annual



Conference in Oct. 2008


Annual Student Conclave & PTA Educators meeting Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Conference registration and travel expenses.

Participate in TPTA Annual Conference and Student Conclave Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue annual participation in TPTA Annual Conference and Student Conclave in October. Conference registration and travel expe...


O 25: Maintain Compliance at National and State Levels The PTA Program will maintain compliance with required accreditation organization and state measures.

Strategic Plans

South Texas College 2008.1.4 Offer instructional programs of the highest quality. 2008.6.2 Validate excellence through accreditations, external awards, recognitions, and publications.

Related Measures

M 33: National and State Measures PC and faculty will conduct an annual summer review of accreditation standards and state measures to ensure compliance, followed by the development of an action plan to address changes as needed.


Achievement Target: Summer meeting minutes will provide evidence of review of national and state measures, identification of non-compliance, and the development of an action plan to address identified needs.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Met Target was met. No discrepancies and/or areas of non-compliance were identified.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Following review of national and state measures, no finding or issues of non-compliance were identified.


Ensure ongoing compliance with accreditation and state measures Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Continue to monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with accreditation and state measures.


M 34: Annual Accreditation Report The PC will submit required Annual Accreditation Report to the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy every fall semester.




Achievement Target: The program will receive "Continued Accreditation" status following submission of its Annual Accreditation Report.

Findings (2009-2011) - Achievement Target: Partially Met Target was partially met. The PTA Program did submit the 2010 Annual Accreditation Report, however CAPTE requested submission of a Progress Report to address the PTA Program's low graduation rate prior to offering "Continued Accreditation", which will not be determined until the next Commission meeting.

Findings (2008-2009) - Achievement Target: Met Following submission of the 2008 AAR, the PTA Program received "Continued Accreditation".


Follow 2011 Progress Report Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 The program will participate in action plan activities articulated in the 2011 Progress Report.


Action Plan Detail for This Cycle (by Established cycle, then alpha)

Analyze and assess the application process Recommend use of a brief interview to assist in determining most qualified candidates. Develop an objective question/score sheet and add to process. Also determined that ACT writing score was too high resulting in a limited applicant pool, therefore, we will change the required score from an 8 to a 6. Analyze and assess whether changes impact size of selection pool and retention.

Established in Cycle: 2008-2009 Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High Implementation Description: Ongoing Completion Date: 08/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Chair

Chair will meet with RAS within the next cycle Faculty met to improve in house survey tool. Time constraints did not allow for meeting with RAS for feedback. Chair will meet with RAS within the next cycle.

Established in Cycle: 2008-2009 Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High Completion Date: 08/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Chair

Clinical faculty will receive training to facilitate improvment With the 2009 revision of the PTA MACS, the program continued to utilize the SECEE forms, but collected data for questions 74-79;81-83. Instead of a "good or better" rating, the threshold for minimum rating was "(B) at least weekly". for 74-79, and a "Yes" for 81-83. As a result of the revision, Clinical Faculty Performance tool was not utilized. Using benchmark ratings, clinical faculty will receive training to facilitate improvment.

Established in Cycle: 2008-2009 Implementation Status: Planned



Priority: High Implementation Description: Ongoing Completion Date: 08/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Chair

Continue active participation at state and national levels The PTA budget adequately supports the travel to allow active participation at the state and national levels. Continue with ongoing participation to stay abreast of changes within the profession and education.


Continue to accompany students to the annual event Conference attendance offers students opportunity to network as well as gain insight into upcoming therapies and their professional organization. Faculty will continue to accompany students to the annual event.


Continue to assess satisfaction annually through feedback from the Advisory Board

The PTA Program works closely with Advisory Board members and clinics who employ our graduates in order to maintain a high level of satisfaction. The program will continue to assess satisfaction annually through feedback from the Advisory Board.

Established in Cycle: 2008-2009 Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High Implementation Description: Fall 2009 Completion Date: 08/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Chair

Continue to conduct reviews and address identified faculty needs In order to ensure ongoing compliance with national accreditation standards, the PTA Program completes an annual review of all program related procedures. The program will continue to conduct reviews and address identified faculty needs.


Continue to conduct reviews and make changes as results warrant In order to ensure ongoing compliance with national accreditation standards, the PTA Program completes an annual review of all program related documents. The



program will continue to conduct reviews and make changes as results warrant.


Continue to coordinate recruitment sessions with potential graduate employers There continues to be multiple opportunities for employement in our area. As such, the program will continue to coordinate recruitment sessions with potential graduate employers.


Continue to identify guest speakers as needed Funds to support guest speakers were included in the budget plan. We will continue to identify guest speakers as needed for content areas outside core faculty expertise.


Continue to identify marketing options Continue to identify marketing options to develop a more systematic plan.


Continue to maintain current accreditation status Continue to maintain current accreditation status via timely and correct submission of the CAPTE AAR.


Continue to prepare students for licensure Continue to prepare students for licensure via Board presentation during the CAPSTONE course.

Established in Cycle: 2008-2009



Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High Implementation Description: Ongoing Completion Date: 08/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Chair

Continue to prepare students for lincensure via structured review process Since 100% of graduates passed the licensure exam, the program will continue to prepare students for lincensure via structured review process.


Continue to prepare students via electronic prep materials Continue to prepare students via electronic licensure prep materials during the CAPSTONE course.


Continue to provide licensure test preparation workshops The PTA Program has exceeded the target. This is probably due in part to the test preparation workshops we conducted to assist students. We will continue to provide licensure test preparation workshops to ensure that PTA graduates pass the national licensure exam at a rate that exceeds the State standard.


Continue with annual review and update of documents Continue with annual review and update of documents in order to ensure ongoing compliance.

Established in Cycle: 2008-2009 Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High Implementation Description: 2009-11 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair

Continue with ongoing marketing and recruitment efforts Continue with ongoing marketing and recruitment efforts throughout the upcoming year.

Established in Cycle: 2008-2009 Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High Implementation Description: Ongoing



Completion Date: 08/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Chair

Evaluations will be completed as scheduled for the upcoming cycle Due to faculty illness, course loads were altered mid-semester, which resulted in unexpected time constraints. Evaluations will be completed as scheduled for the upcoming cycle.


Hire additional lab faculty All identified needs were met. Recommend hire additional lab faculty followed by assessment of effectiveness of this position. Anticipate improved retention/student success.

Established in Cycle: 2008-2009 Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High Implementation Description: Hire in Fall 2009. Assessment of effectiveness will be on-going. Completion Date: 08/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Chair

Improve existing process to further identify timeline With the 2009 revision of the PTA MACS, the program continued to utilize the SECEE forms, but collected data for questions 74-79;81-83. Instead of a "good or better" rating, the threshold for minimum rating was "(B) at least weekly". for 74-79, and a "Yes" for 81-83. As a result of the revision, Clinical Faculty Performance tool was not utilized. Improve existing process to further identify timeline - Summaries will be generated in June of each year to allow for time to address concerns.


Incorporate opportunities to practice "progressing" the patient Following the summer review process, only 1 significant weakness was identified - progression of the patient, which faculty agreed was not properly addressed in the curriculum. Plan is to incorporate opportunities to practice "progressing" the patient.


Monitor course completion rate and identify contributing factors The dynamics of each cohort impacts success. The 2009 cohort was a strong, cohesive group. We will continue to monitor the completion rate and identify any



factors that positively and negatively impact the rate.


Obtain a copy of the evaluation tool currently used by Professional Development Office

Evaluations were not completed due to time constraints. The plan is to contact Lee Grimes for a copy of the evaluation tool currently used by STC Professional Development Office. Such tool will be modified to meet the needs for IE and CAPTE assessments.


Ongoing assessment of CI qualifications Continue with ongoing assessment of CI qualifications prior to every practicum placement.


Program faculty maintian membership in professional organizations In order to ensure ongoing currency with curricular content as well as changes within the profession, PTA Program faculty maintian membership in professional organizations. Chair will continue to monitor compliance with this measure as budget allows.


Program faculty participate annually in professional development In order to ensure ongoing currency with curricular content as well as professional licensure, PTA Program faculty participate annually in professional development. Chair will continue to monitor compliance with this measure as budget allows.


Track graduates' employment data



There continues to be a significant shortage of PTA's in our area. As such, most students secured employment prior to graduation. The program will continue to track data in order to ensure ongoing need and compliance.


ACCE Travel to Clinical Ed Sites In addition to individual training for new CI's prior to placement of a student, the ACCE will complete a mid-practicum follow-up visit with the CI to address any areas of concern. ACCE Travel to Clinical Ed Sites

Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High

Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Summary of Clinical Instructor Performance | Outcome/Objective: Assess Clinical Faculty Effectiveness

Completion Date: 12/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: ACCE Travel to Clinical Ed Sites Budget Amount Requested: 300

Annual Student Conclave & PTA Educators meeting Conference registration and travel expenses.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: TPTA Conference/Student Conclave | Outcome/Objective: Promote High Job Placement Rate

Implementation Description: 2011-13 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: Annual Student Conclave & PTA Educators mtg. fees Budget Amount Requested: 1000

Arrange networking opportunities Continue with efforts to arrange networking opportunities with area employers.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Local Job Opportunities | Outcome/Objective: Promote High Job Placement Rate

Assess admission/selection criteria Continue annual assessment of admission/selection criteria and prerequisites.

Established in Cycle: 2009-2011 Implementation Status: Planned



Priority: High

Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Admissions Process | Outcome/Objective: Assess Admission Process

Clinical Instructor Training Program Continue to monitor CI performance and provide intervention as needed.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Clinical Faculty Needs | Outcome/Objective: Promote Clinical Education Effectiveness

Implementation Description: 2011-13 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. chair Additional Resources: Clinical Instructor Training Program Budget Amount Requested: 400

Complete the faculty evaluation process Complete the faculty evaluation process for the upcoming academic year. Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Faculty Development | Outcome/Objective: Assess Core Faculty

Conduct annual needs assessment Continue with annual assessment of needs. Money for expenses related to: lab equipment supplies, Instructional materials, paper consumables, scantron fees, copier rental, pager rental, and orientation program supplies.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Review Available Resources | Outcome/Objective: Assess Adequacy of Resources

Conference/Meeting Expenses

Continue with representation and active participation in professional level activities.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Maintain Active Professional Membership | Outcome/Objective: Participate at State & National Level

Completion Date: 12/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. chair



Additional Resources: Conference/Meeting Expenses Budget Amount Requested: 1700

Continue an annual assessment of curricular effectiveness Continue an annual assessment of curricular effectiveness followed by development of an action plan.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Annual Curricular Review | Outcome/Objective: Assess Effectiveness of Curriculum

Continue annual assessment of curricular currency/adequacy Continue annual assessment of curricular currency/adequacy followed by development of an action plan as needed.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Input from Communities of Interest | Outcome/Objective: Maintain Current PTA Curriculum

Continue annual assessment of documents Continue annual assessment of documents.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Review Policies, Procedures & Standards | Outcome/Objective: Assess Policy & Procedure Impact

Continue annual assessment of graduate and employer satisfaction Continue with annual assessment of graduate and employer satisfaction via follow up surveys approx 1 year post graduation.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Graduate and Employer Satisfaction | Outcome/Objective: Achieve Stakeholder Satisfaction

Continue annual review and revision of relevant documents Continue annual review and revision of relevant documents.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Review of documents | Outcome/Objective: Determine Policy and Procedure Compliance

Continue annual review and revision of relevant documents



Continue annual review and revision of relevant documents.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Public Information | Outcome/Objective: Maintain Current & Consistent Public Information

Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees

Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Content Area Development | Outcome/Objective: Remain Current in Content Areas Measure: Faculty Development | Outcome/Objective: Assess Core Faculty

Completion Date: 12/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees Budget Amount Requested: 2350

Continue surveying graduates and employers The program will continue surveying graduates and their employers approximately 1 year post graduation.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Graduate and Employer Surveys | Outcome/Objective: Assess Graduate Workplace Performance

Continue to assess Clin Ed qualifications Continue to assess Clin Ed qualifications prior to scheduled practicums.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Clinical Instructor Qualifications | Outcome/Objective: Assess Clinical Education Faculty Qualifications

Continue to assess effectiveness of course syllabi Continue to assess effectiveness of course syllabi followed by changes as needed.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective):



Measure: Syllabi Update | Outcome/Objective: Ensure Effectiveness of Course Syllabi

Continue to perform faculty evaluations Continue with efforts to perform faculty evaluations in the fall semester, which will allow for anticipated budget requirements to meet professional development needs.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Core Faculty Evaluation | Outcome/Objective: Assess Core Faculty

Continue to use HR evaluation form The program will continue utilizing the HR Professional Technical Support Performance Appraisal Form to evaluate the Lab Asst. on an annual basis and the "Presentation Evaluation Form" for guest lecturers.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Supporting Faculty Evaluation | Outcome/Objective: Assess Supporting Faculty

Continue tracking employment data Continue tracking employment data.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Employment Data | Outcome/Objective: Promote High Job Placement Rate

Continuing Education Attendance Travel expenses to attend cont. ed. programs.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Content Area Development | Outcome/Objective: Remain Current in Content Areas Measure: Faculty Development | Outcome/Objective: Assess Core Faculty

Completion Date: 12/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. chair Additional Resources: Continuing Education Attendance Budget Amount Requested: 1000

Determine appropriate enrollment Continue annual determination of appropriate enrollment figures.

Established in Cycle: 2009-2011



Implementation Status: Planned Priority: High

Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Enrollment Analysis | Outcome/Objective: Assess Program Enrollment

Educational Equipment & Supplies Money for expenses related to: lab equipment & supplies, Instructional materials, paper & consumables, scantron fees, copier rental, pager rental, and orientation program supplies.



Completion Date: 12/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: Educational Equipment and Supplies Budget Amount Requested: 10708

Ensure ongoing compliance with accreditation and state measures Continue to monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with accreditation and state measures.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: National and State Measures | Outcome/Objective: Maintain Compliance at National and State Levels

Equipment Maintenance/Repair/Calibration Annual calibration & equipment checks.



Completion Date: 12/2009 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: Equipment Maintenance/Repair/Calibration Budget Amount Requested: 700

Follow 2011 Progress Report

The program will participate in action plan activities articulated in the 2011 Progress Report.




Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Annual Accreditation Report | Outcome/Objective: Maintain Compliance at National and State Levels

Implementation Description: 2011-13 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. chair Additional Resources: Program Accreditation Fee Budget Amount Requested: 3200

Guest Speaker Fees Guest Speaker Fees


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Utilization of Content Area Experts | Outcome/Objective: Maintain Current PTA Curriculum

Implementation Description: 2011-13 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. chair Additional Resources: Guest Speaker Fees Budget Amount Requested: 600

Identify appropriate guest speakers Continue to identify appropriate guest speakers and budget/encumber necessary funds for Guest Speaker Fees.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Utilization of Content Area Experts | Outcome/Objective: Maintain Current PTA Curriculum

Implement curriculum changes Several changes which will be implemented beginning fall 2011 such as: Level I labs will be offered in A / B format. Intro to PT will be offered in mini-mester format; curricular content will be redistributed; admission/selection processes will be modified; & lab testing procedures will be modified.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Course Completion Data | Outcome/Objective: Improve Program Completion Rate

Licensure Prep Materials Licensure Prep Materials


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Electronic Licensure Preparation | Outcome/Objective: Prepare



Students for Licensure Exam

Implementation Description: 2011-13 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: Licensure Prep Materials Budget Amount Requested: 350

Licensure Score Report Fees PC will use licensure score reports to track the performance of recent program graduates.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Licensure Scores | Outcome/Objective: Prepare Students for Licensure Exam

Implementation Description: 2011-13 Responsible Person/Group: Program Chair Additional Resources: Licensure Score Report Fees Budget Amount Requested: 400

Marketing & PR

Continue with faculty involvement in ongoing PR and Marketing.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Marketing/Outreach Activities | Outcome/Objective: Participate in Recruitment and Marketing

Implementation Description: 2011-13 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: Marketing & PR Budget Amount Requested: 1000

Monitor student feedback Continue to monitor student feedback for trends, etc.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Analyze Clinical Education Data | Outcome/Objective: Assess Clinical Education Program

Offer licensure review Continue to offer licensure review following graduation.





Measure: Licensure Review Program | Outcome/Objective: Prepare Students for Licensure Exam

Participate in TPTA Annual Conference and Student Conclave Continue annual participation in TPTA Annual Conference and Student Conclave in October. Conference registration and travel expenses.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: TPTA Conference/Student Conclave | Outcome/Objective: Promote High Job Placement Rate

Professional APTA Memberships Professional APTA Memberships


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Professional Membership Renewal | Outcome/Objective: Maintain Faculty Professional Membership

Implementation Description: 2011-13 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: Professional APTA Memberships Budget Amount Requested: 1200

Provide licensure prep materials Continue providing licensure prep materials.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Electronic Licensure Preparation | Outcome/Objective: Prepare Students for Licensure Exam

Renew professional memberships Faculty will continue to renew professional memberships on an annual basis. Continue Educational/Professional Development Course Registration Fees


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Professional Membership Renewal | Outcome/Objective: Maintain Faculty Professional Membership

Solicit Advisory Board feedback Continue to solicit Advisory Board feedback regarding satisfaction.





Measure: Advisory Board Satisfaction | Outcome/Objective: Achieve Stakeholder Satisfaction

Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Texas Board Licensure Presentation | Outcome/Objective: Prepare Students for Licensure Exam

Completion Date: 04/2010 Responsible Person/Group: Dept. Chair Additional Resources: Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees Budget Amount Requested: 300

Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees Encumber funds for Texas State Board Rep. Speaker Fees.


Relationships (Measure | Outcome/Objective): Measure: Texas Board Licensure Presentation | Outcome/Objective: Prepare Students for Licensure Exam



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