OPTA students are a vital part of the Ohio Physical Therapy Association, and with 34 PT and PTA programs throughout the state of Ohio, students make up a large part of OPTA's membership! 

From a strong Student Special Interest Group to fun initiatives like the Student Volunteer Challenge and School of the Month, OPTA has many opportunities for YOU to get involved.

Check out the SSIG Pre-PT Q&A Panel! If you are an undergraduate student interested in pursuing physical therapy then this is for you!

Graduating? Check out how we can help you navigate your career as a New Professional with APTA's Career Starter Dues program + the Early Professional SIG:

• OPTA Membership for New Grads
  

Check out some of links below for more information on getting involved as a student of physical therapy:

• APTA's Student Assembly

• Career Starter Dues Program (For Graduating Students)

• Current PT/PTA Students

• Prospective PT/PTA Students

• Read the latest from APTA here

 

Check out the APTA Financial Solutions Center

• Financial Education, Planning, and Coaching
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Credit Cards and Loans

 

Student OPTA/APTA Membership

To become a member of the APTA/OPTA you must be enrolled in a PT or PTA education program that is accredited, seeking accreditation, or has been granted candidacy status. 

Program Directors: You can submit student membership applications in bulk to register your students -  Click here to learn how.

 

Questions? Contact the OPTA office at opt@ohiopt.org for help!