The mission of the Illinois Physical Therapy Association is to empower its members to advance the ethical and professional best practice of physical therapy.
The Illinois Physical Therapy Association's mission is reflective of the American Physical Therapy Association's Vision 2020.
Vision 2020
By 2020, physical therapy will be provided by physical therapists who are doctors of physical therapy, recognized by consumers and other health care professionals as practitioners of choice to whom consumers have direct access for the diagnosis of, interventions for, and prevention of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities related to movement, function, and health.
For more information on Vision 2020,
click here to go to the APTA website.
In April, 2009, the Assembly of Representatives voted to ratify the Vision Statement that was adopted by the IPTA Board of Directors:
The IPTA creates the future of physical therapy in Illinois by:
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Playing a valued role in the professional life of every PT and PTA in the state.
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Partnering with our members to advance professional practice.
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Being a leading force in shaping and influencing health policy.
2009 - 2010 IPTA Strategic Goals (amended by the Board of Directors 09.24.09)
1. Achieve IPTA membership of 3300 full dues physical therapist members and 250 full dues physical therapist assistant members.
2. Influence legislative, political, and other external entities and activities to advance the professional practice of physical therapy.
3. Achieve unrestricted direct access.
4. Develop strong leadership to achieve IPTA goals including development of both new and experienced leaders.
5. Support professional development to advance the physical therapy profession.
Questions or comments relating to the Mission, Vision and Strategic Goals should be directed to Colleen Flannery, Executive Director: 630.904.0101 or
cflannery@ipta.org.
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