What is your favourite part about being a member of the Camrose satellite campus?
"My favorite part about being a student at the Camrose satellite campus is the sense of community, not only in the classroom or on campus, but also within the city of Camrose."
Mesha Hauck, 1st year MSc Physical Therapy student
"I love the friendly and positive atmosphere at the Camrose satellite campus. It is a pleasure to come to work every day and see my students and colleagues."
Lisa Jasper, Augustana coordinator, instructor, and Rehab Science PhD student
"I love that I'm involved in every course in first year. It is great to see how concepts come together and to see how the students grow over the course of the one year."
Chris Zarski, clinical assistant professor in physical therapy
What makes the Camrose satellite program unique?
"Most of the classes are done via live video conferencing so we are watching the lectures on TVs in front of the classroom. We get to see everything up close and can hear everything clearly. The school also has great study facilities which is very helpful come exam time."
Adam Schwabe, 2nd year MSc Physical Therapy student
"The Camrose satellite program is unique in that it offers you the same quality of education as a large university, but you are able to have that learning experience in a close-knit environment."
Mesha Hauck, 1st year MSc PT student
"The Camrose satellite campus is unique in that we have 12 students in each class which promotes camaraderie and a feeling of family. Everyone is very willing to help each other out - as well as have a lot of fun in between the hard work!"
Lisa Jasper, Augustana coordinator
Why would you recommend the satellite program?
"Here in Camrose, I feel we have the best of all worlds - an excellent physiotherapy program in a world-renowned university with the benefits of small class sizes and a small welcoming community."
Lisa Jasper, Augustana coordinator
"The support and relationships gained by this small group of individuals helps students to meet the challenges that come with graduate school. The small groups also help with encouraging each other since the students tend to study and practice together right from day one."
Chris Zarski, clinical assistant professor
"You are still a part of the bigger picture and receive the same support that is fundamental to the program. Camrose also offer advantages, such as a very short daily commute to school and plenty of parking available on campus. You also still have the same accessibility to necessary equipment and information."
Mesha Hauck, 1st year MSc PT student
What makes you proud of being part of the U of A?
"The U of A provides a great physiotherapy program. It gives a good mix of classroom learning and placements. The U of A also has a very high pass rate for the national exam. It provides a well-rounded, educational physiotherapy program, and the faculty works hard to prepare you to become the best clinicians possible."
Adam Schwabe, 2nd year MSc PT student
"I am proud to be a part of the U of A because of the values that the community represents. With the U of A you are surrounded by knowledgeable professors, mentors who are eager to offer guidance, and the constant support of the staff and your classmates."
Mesha Hauck, 1st year MSc PT student
"I am proud to have been a part of such an innovative learning delivery model that opened the door for hundreds of future physical therapists to attend graduate school in a rural environment. This has led to a significant increase in the number of physical therapists working in and around the Camrose region."
Chris Zarski, clinical assistant professor
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The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Alberta
As the only free-standing faculty of rehabilitation medicine in North America, the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine's vision is to be at the forefront of knowledge generation and scholarship in rehabilitation. Through excellent teaching, research and service to the community, the Faculty is committed to enhancing quality of life, promoting participation and autonomy, and improving function for citizens in Alberta and beyond.
A research leader in musculoskeletal health, spinal cord injuries, common spinal disorders (back pain), seniors and dementia and speech-language disorders, the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine aims to inspire the realization of the full potential of individuals, families and communities. The three departments, Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT) and Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) offer professional entry programs. The Faculty offers thesis-based MSc and PhD programs in Rehabilitation Science, attracting students from a variety of disciplines including OT, PT, SLP, psychology, physical education, medicine and engineering.