ACAPT’s newest episode of FlexCast examines how assessment practices are shaping program quality, student outcomes, and strategic decision-making in physical therapy 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
These leaders work 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.
The conversation highlights several key themes, including:
- The responsibilities of assessment leaders within DPT programs
- Coordinating assessment efforts across faculty and departments
- Aligning assessment strategies with institutional and programmatic goals
- Managing data collection, reporting, and interpretation
- Building sustainable systems that support informed decision-making
Guests also address challenges programs commonly face, including workload management, faculty engagement, and determining where to begin when building an assessment model.
The episode provides practical insight for both newer and established programs seeking to strengthen their assessment processes and use data more effectively to guide program improvement and student success.
Listen to the full episode on Apple and Spotify.