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Herzing-Madison Nursing Students Organize Thanksgiving Food Drive

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Nursing students at Herzing University-Madison organized a campus food drive to benefit families in need this holiday season. They collected 264 pounds of turkey, fresh vegetables and canned goods, which will be donated to the Goodman Community Center in Madison, Wisconsin for the organization’s annual Thanksgiving Basket Drive.

For the past 31 years, the Goodman Community Center has helped provide Thanksgiving meals for thousands of Dane County residents. This year, they plan to feed as many as 21,000 residents, including nearly 10,000 children.

Way to go, students!

Herzing University-Atlanta Volunteers with Books for Africa

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Last week, Herzing University-Atlanta students and staff volunteered with Books for Africa, an organization that collects and distributes donated text and library books to children of all ages in Africa. Since its founding in 1988, Books for Africa has donated 45 million books to all 55 countries on the African continent. Herzing students and staff helped out by organizing the books by subject matter, content and grade level.

The Career Development team at Herzing’s Atlanta campus regularly schedules community service events for students and staff.

Herzing University Makes Long-Term Investment in New Orleans Area

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Less than a year after launching a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, Herzing University-New Orleans today announced it will relocate its local campus to Metairie. The new location will provide a more spacious, modern and accessible learning environment for students across Southeastern Louisiana who attend the nonprofit school.

What is the difference between a PTA and occupational therapy assistant?

Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) work under the direction of a physical therapist to help people return to daily activity which may encompass movement related recreational pursuits, work, or sports. PTAs also offer patients injury prevention strategies related to fitness and movement.

Choose a PTA program if you are comfortable with physical contact, have the strength to support a patient’s full bodyweight if needed, and can be a strong motivator for patients completing challenging or uncomfortable exercises.

Occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) work under the direction of an occupational therapist to help people of all ages who have a disability, condition or injury which interferes with their ability to carry out daily self-care, school or work tasks. OT/OTAs work on cognition as well as the physical aspect of care.

Choose an OTA program if you love to work with patients of all ages, can solve problems creatively, and enjoy helping people regain their independence and build confidence.

Discover further detail on the primary difference between an OTA vs. PTA.

What does a physical therapist assistant do?

Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) work with patients of all ages, from newborns to the elderly, who have injuries or health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform daily activities. The PTA works under the supervision and direction of the physical therapist (PT) to implement a treatment plan that will help those individuals regain their functional abilities and live healthier, fuller lives.

Find out more about what a physical therapist assistant does and what you can expect in your career as a PTA.

Are physical therapist assistants in high demand?

When compared to the average United States occupation, physical therapist assistants are in very high demand.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), from 2022-2032 the projected increase in PTA employment is 26% - compared to the national average across all occupations.* The BLS notes there should be many job opportunities in nursing homes, home healthcare facilities and outpatient orthopedic facilities.

Given the above average projected increase in employment, now is a great time to earn your degree, get certified and enter a rapidly growing field in healthcare.

How much does the Herzing PTA program cost?

With Herzing University you are never alone. Our goal is to provide an affordable education for everyone. Financial aid options include:

  • Student loans & secured loans. Loans offer a way to pay for all or part of your tuition.
  • Scholarships. View the different scholarships we award to eligible students.

The following items may be included in the tuition/resource fee (some contingent upon good standing):

  • APTA student membership fee
  • CPR certification
  • Initial background check
  • Initial MN licensure application fee
  • National Exam fee
  • Mock exam fees to prepare for licensure
  • PTA program uniform
  • E-books and electronic resources
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