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Toward A Deeper Understanding Of Disability: Physical Therapy Educators’ Reflections, Clarence Chan, Debra Engel, Jacqueline Ross
Toward A Deeper Understanding Of Disability: Physical Therapy Educators’ Reflections, Clarence Chan, Debra Engel, Jacqueline Ross
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This article describes the unique journey both of a blind student in our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program and of the faculty who taught him as they all navigated through uncharted territories. Despite the fact that the physical therapy profession trains practitioners to help clients with disabilities to maximize their physical function and teaches them how to adapt to the challenges of daily activity, we initially assumed that a blind student would not be able to complete the program or be able to become a self-sufficient practitioner. We were very wrong. This article describes our learning process over the course …
Ua21/1 Access & Opportunities, Wku Equal Opportunity / 504 / Ada Compliance
Ua21/1 Access & Opportunities, Wku Equal Opportunity / 504 / Ada Compliance
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This publication is meant to be a key resource for students with disabilities who are attending Western Kentucky University. This guidebook contains valuable information that will direct students to the tools and resources necessary to gain access to programs and services at the University.