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4) How much studying/homework time is needed in the program?
Mike Brossman, Class of 2006
Approx. 2-3 hrs per class per night. Reading and applying concepts takes time
Nichole Maxa, Class of 2006
Not a lot of homework like in undergrad, but sometimes you get these little assignments. Second semster, 1st year, is more busy work than anything. Other than that, studying is almost all you do!
Joy Powell, Class of 2005
I'd have to say it is really hard to quantify, other than saying there aren't enough hours in a day. Honestly, studying and completing assignments for this program consumer more time than I have ever spent on studies for any of my undergrad work.
Heather Sawdy, Class of 2005
I think for most programs that sentiment is that when you are not in class you are doing homework/projects or studying. Most also have to find a way to work so there is really no break from the learning process. Every spare moment is given to readings, assignments, or studying. Some programs have more outside of class time commitment required than others because there is more time required to study and do class assignments - some programs really only have reading and writing because there are no exams.
Deanna Bondie, Class of 2004
A whole lot, no lie. Seriously, you're always preparing, or keeping up with the information so your homework is never done. You can't finish it all, or if you do, you better be doing some reviewing.
Michelle Kreusel, Class of 2004
I find myself doing a moderate amount of studying. You learn early on that everything that you would get done in a perfect world is not going to happen. This is not a perfect world. :) I study pretty hard and sometimes feel like I'm locking myself away from the world. But it is important to maintain your own level of socialness too. PT school will be your top priority, but it is not your whole world. At least one day a week, I don't look at books.
Susan Stevens, Class of 2003
This depends on what type of learner you are, and how much you've retained from previous classes. Personally, I had to spend more time on some classes than some of my classmates, and still struggled (especially during first year!), because the principles taught during the first year were difficult for me to understand. Plan on at least several hours for several days during the week, and more on weekends. Again, study groups help!
Lindsay Williams, Class of 2003
The answer to this question depends on how knowledgeable and diverse of a therapist you want to be. If you simply do what is required, you can get by...but I think that you will find areas/topics that require much more than what we have time for in class and readings. You really will have to make studying a top priority though. Especially once I'd gone on a clinical rotation I realized that head- knowledge does not make a good clinician. I had think quickly and synthesize everything I'd learned because patients don't simply have a "CVA" or a "total knee replacement." They come with complex histories/abilities that make each one different.
Michelle Vander Heide, Class of 2002
I used to hear in undergraduate work that 2 hours of studying was required for every hour in class. That never really happened to me. Once I reached the graduate level, then that statement became true. The reading alone could fill 2 hours each day for one class. However, if you manage your time well, prioritize the assignments and are willing to work efficiently you will be successful in finishing the tasks at hand, a lot of students have gone before you and done it.
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