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  • Academic Program Development
  • Professional Licensure Examinations

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  • National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) success is vital for physical therapist (PT) students and their academic programs.
  • Many PT programs face challenges with NPTE pass rates and effective student remediation strategies.
  • Improving NPTE outcomes requires targeted interventions and program-wide commitment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe an iterative process used by a Midwest DPT program to enhance student NPTE pass rates.
  • To detail strategies for remediating students who do not pass the NPTE on their first attempt.
  • To provide a framework for other DPT programs seeking to improve NPTE success.

Main Methods:

  • Cultivating a supportive program culture focused on NPTE success.
  • Implementing comprehensive, high-stakes examinations for student assessment.
  • Providing faculty training in item writing and test development.
  • Educating students on effective learning and study strategies.
  • Establishing remediation courses and peer tutoring for at-risk students.

Main Results:

  • Consistent improvement in NPTE pass rates, achieving 100% in 2023.
  • Increased student and faculty confidence and engagement with NPTE preparation.
  • Enhanced perception of preparedness and support among students for the NPTE.

Conclusions:

  • The DPT program successfully implemented strategies leading to improved NPTE pass rates.
  • The described interventions offer valuable guidance for other programs aiming to boost NPTE outcomes.
  • Tailoring strategies to the unique needs of each program is crucial for effective implementation.