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Western Michigan University

1991

Physical Therapy

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The Academic Coordinator Of Clinical Education In Physical Therapist Educational Programs, Norene Clouten Apr 1991

The Academic Coordinator Of Clinical Education In Physical Therapist Educational Programs, Norene Clouten

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In physical therapist educational programs the faculty member responsible for the clinical education portion of the curriculum is the Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE). The factors that attract individuals to the career of ACCE and that influence them either to leave or remain in the position are of interest and concern to those planning for the future of the profession. The purpose of this study is to gather information about the career of the ACCE. The study was designed to determine the: (a) Personal characteristics and occupational status of ACCEs, (b) preparations made for the career of ACCE, (c) …