Hello!
What do you guys think are important qualities that should be present in a reference letter written by a PT, as opposed to letters written by a professor?
IMO, letters from a professor would talk about ones academic abilities, problem solving skills, team work, leadership, motivation, ability to handle pressure and etc.
However, when volunteering at a physical therapy clinic, these qualities can never/ rarely be observed. Usually main tasks of a volunteer would only include: putting away items/ making sure the towels are in place/ preparation of other items etc etc.
Other than interpersonal skills (when communicating with patients), motivation, and indication of interests in the profession (through asking questions), not much could be said about the student.
I don't really understand how a letter from a physical therapist is that important.
Thoughts?
What do you guys think are important qualities that should be present in a reference letter written by a PT, as opposed to letters written by a professor?
IMO, letters from a professor would talk about ones academic abilities, problem solving skills, team work, leadership, motivation, ability to handle pressure and etc.
However, when volunteering at a physical therapy clinic, these qualities can never/ rarely be observed. Usually main tasks of a volunteer would only include: putting away items/ making sure the towels are in place/ preparation of other items etc etc.
Other than interpersonal skills (when communicating with patients), motivation, and indication of interests in the profession (through asking questions), not much could be said about the student.
I don't really understand how a letter from a physical therapist is that important.
Thoughts?
