What are some good questions to ask during an interview?
PT Interview Questions
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I had this same issue. I had an interview and the day before I was stressing over the fact that I didn't have any questions to ask, I mean everything you need to know about the school is readily available on their website or on the internet somewhere. I ended up only having one question to ask when they asked me if I had any questions but I did also explain that I received some information from current students of the school.
On a semi related note, how do you prepare for a phone interview? I'm sure you should be in a quiet private place when doing it but is it basically just like an in person interview? I have one coming up in March and just want to know what to expect.
On a semi related note, how do you prepare for a phone interview? I'm sure you should be in a quiet private place when doing it but is it basically just like an in person interview? I have one coming up in March and just want to know what to expect.
For the phone interview I would be in a quiet place, but in a decently-supported chair just as if I was in an on-site interview. Also, I would wear normal clothing,but stray away from like pajamas or clothes that make me too relaxed. My goal would be to sit in a spot where I could focus and give everything into that interview since it might be your last chance before decisions are made on your admission's decision! Good luck. And I too am having problems coming up with questions I would like to ask the interviewer. I have done so much research on all the schools all ready I can not think of more questions...
What makes (name of program) unique in comparison to the other programs around the area?
...I asked this because I was accepted to a few schools that were in close distance to one another.
Also, always ask about the programs enviorment, as in if it is team oriented, and if there is any type of support system like a big brother/sister mentor type of thing. Almost all schools I interviewed at seem to show interest in explaning to me these things.
...I asked this because I was accepted to a few schools that were in close distance to one another.
Also, always ask about the programs enviorment, as in if it is team oriented, and if there is any type of support system like a big brother/sister mentor type of thing. Almost all schools I interviewed at seem to show interest in explaning to me these things.
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What kind of student succeeds in your program?
How would you describe your curriculum methodology?
If you could change anything about your program in order to better prepare your students for their future careers what would it be?
How would you describe your students relationships with each other? e.g. supportive, competitive, etc.
What specialties are best represented by your faculty?
How does the program work with you to find your clinical placement? (In my case at GW I had a specific place I wanted to do a clinical and they said they hadn't worked with them before but if I asked the clinical director about it when I first got their they would work at making a relationship with that place?)
This question could have been risky, but at GW I asked my interviewer a scenario. I am a student who has received an acceptance at GW as well as a much less expensive state school and I come to you for advice on where to go. What would you tell me? She was very honest and gave me the pluses of GW and what to look for in a cheaper state school.
How would you describe your curriculum methodology?
If you could change anything about your program in order to better prepare your students for their future careers what would it be?
How would you describe your students relationships with each other? e.g. supportive, competitive, etc.
What specialties are best represented by your faculty?
How does the program work with you to find your clinical placement? (In my case at GW I had a specific place I wanted to do a clinical and they said they hadn't worked with them before but if I asked the clinical director about it when I first got their they would work at making a relationship with that place?)
This question could have been risky, but at GW I asked my interviewer a scenario. I am a student who has received an acceptance at GW as well as a much less expensive state school and I come to you for advice on where to go. What would you tell me? She was very honest and gave me the pluses of GW and what to look for in a cheaper state school.
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Questions your should ask:
-Why are you teaching at this program? Why are you proud to teach here?
-What are some of the benefits of going to a private school over a less-expensive state school? Don't be afraid to talk about cost. Any student who says that cost isn't a factor is lying.
-What makes your school stand out?
-What are you researching?
-What do you teach here?
-What changes would you like to see here? Where is this program going? What do you see in the pipeline?
Kevin
-Why are you teaching at this program? Why are you proud to teach here?
-What are some of the benefits of going to a private school over a less-expensive state school? Don't be afraid to talk about cost. Any student who says that cost isn't a factor is lying.
-What makes your school stand out?
-What are you researching?
-What do you teach here?
-What changes would you like to see here? Where is this program going? What do you see in the pipeline?
Kevin
This is hard because most times they cover your questions when they are selling themselves to you. I asked about research opportunities. I know at a school I applied to they have a stimulated patient that allows many different programs to work with each other, (PT& OT, or nursing and PA). So if you school has a lot of different grad programs you can ask if there are ways that the programs work together. Another good one I think is to ask if there is a way to become involved with professional organizations while your still in school.
Hope this helps 🙂
Hope this helps 🙂
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Questions I have gotten good feedback from:
1.) What is one unique aspect of your program that you feel makes it stand out from other similar programs?
2.) Can you tell me about a few of your clinical affiliations that you are proud of?
3.) What are some of the research opportunities students get? (Or ask them about the research that they are currently involved in, most PTs love to talk about their research because they are proud of it)
4.) What resources are available for students who are having trouble keeping up with the fast pace of the curriculum?
Also, I always try to ask a question about something they specifically mentioned earlier in the interview, just to let them know that I am paying close attention and am really interested in their program. PM me if you have any other questions.
1.) What is one unique aspect of your program that you feel makes it stand out from other similar programs?
2.) Can you tell me about a few of your clinical affiliations that you are proud of?
3.) What are some of the research opportunities students get? (Or ask them about the research that they are currently involved in, most PTs love to talk about their research because they are proud of it)
4.) What resources are available for students who are having trouble keeping up with the fast pace of the curriculum?
Also, I always try to ask a question about something they specifically mentioned earlier in the interview, just to let them know that I am paying close attention and am really interested in their program. PM me if you have any other questions.
