Wabash Valley College
Personalized Learning Environment
The PTA program at Wabash Valley College boasts a low student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring that each student receives individualized attention and instruction. This personalized approach creates a rich learning environ- ment where students can thrive and develop their skills effectively.
ABOVE: Students enrolled in the PTA program get hands-on experience with a state-of- the-art Anatomage table. RIGHT: Students practice real-life scenarios. The program’s mission is to provide students with an exceptional educational experience so they are competent, service-oriented patient-care providers. BELOW: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) students visited Oakview Nursing & Rehabilitation to present residents with flowers.
Program Development and Approval
The PTA program’s inception began with a needs assessment in the healthcare field back in 2019. Given the labor market demand and the expansion of Wabash General Hospital Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, WVC submitted a proposal to the Institutional Actions Council (IAC) of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to start a PTA program. Dr. Lisa Hoipkemier, PT, DPT, NCS was hired as the program director in August 2020, and over the course of a year, the curric - ulum was planned, a second faculty member was hired, Kinsey Whitaker, PT, DPT, GCS to coordinate the clin - ical curriculum, and a program plan was submitted to the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). In March 2022, WVC received approval to matriculate the first cohort, who will grad - uate in July 2024. The successful launch and progress of the PTA program demonstrate Wabash Valley College’s commit - ment to providing high-quality education and meeting the needs of the healthcare community.
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