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The PTA Elevation Podcast, hosted by Briana Drapp, PTA, is designed to help Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) students study for the NPTE-PTA boards and prepare to enter the field of physical therapy. Each episode will offer insight to the exam through study strategies, exam preparation, and provide a short, digestible episode to highlight common subjects that will appear on the exam (Musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, etc.). Follow us on all our platforms! https://linktr.ee/ptaelevation

Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS


    • May 29, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 17m AVG DURATION
    • 137 EPISODES


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    138. Aneurysm - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 17:51


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Aneurysms when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more!Come to the review session on June 22nd and 29th! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-reviewCheck out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebiesWebsite: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    137. Central Cord Syndrome - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 14:42


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Central Cord Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more!Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebiesWebsite: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    136. Total Hip Arthroplasty - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 15:13


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Total Hip Arthroplasties when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more!Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebiesWebsite: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    135. 10, Then Go Back Strategy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 9:06


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes a test taking strategy to help students who struggle to do well in the first section or section 3 after the break. REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on April 27th at 1pm EST https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    134. Natallie Robinson - PTA Inspire Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 34:38


    Natallie was able to pass the NPTE on her 6th and final alloted lifetime attempt despite graduating PTA school back in 2012 (yes 2012!). Learn how she was able to approach the NPTE in a new way that allowed her to be successful and begin her career as a licensed PTA! Natallie is currently working in Austin, TX and is happy and successful in her new career! Register for our FREE Masterclass Webinar on April 13th at 1PM EST https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in being a coaching program student, apply here: https://ptaelevation.com/ptaelevationcoachingprogram Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    133. Surviving the NPTE Vlog

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 30:55


    This is a video that describes what to do in the day or two leading up to taking the NPTE, surviving the week waiting game between taking the NPTE and the results, and how to celebrate afterwards. This video follows Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS through raw emotions surrounding the test. Nothing is sugarcoated. If you're looking for a realistic experience and want to know what test day and the wait will be like, watch this. If you want direct help from Bri, you can contact us by booking a call on our website or contacting us on our other platforms: https://ptaelevation.com/contactCome to our Last Minute Review Session on March 16th and 23rd! You can sign up here: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-reviewWebsite: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktreeWe look forward to serving you!

    132. Fibromyalgia - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 12:48


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Fibromyalgia when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more!Come to the LAST MINUTE REVIEW SESSION! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-reviewCheck out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebiesWebsite: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    131. Pneumothorax - NPTE-PTA Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 16:01


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Pneumothorax when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more!Come to the LAST MINUTE REVIEW SESSION! https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-reviewCheck out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebiesWebsite: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    130. Guillain Barre Syndrome - Updated!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 13:09


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, PT, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Guillain Barre Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more!Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebiesWebsite: https://www.ptaelevation.com/Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-systemFollow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    129. Medial Collateral Ligament Tears - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 15:43


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Medial Collateral Ligament Tears when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on Jan 26th at 1pm EST https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    128. Ulcerative Colitis - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 9:36


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Dr. Briana Drapp, DPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Ulcerative Colitis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on Jan 26th at 1pm EST https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    128. Imposter Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 9:46


    On today's episode, host Dr. Briana Drapp, DPT, PTA, CSCS talks about imposter syndrome and how to navigate managing imposter syndrome as you prepare to take the NPTE and begin your journey as a licensed clinician! Tune in to learn more! Register for MASTERCLASS: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in our self paced NPTE-PTA Prep course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    127. PTA Inspire Series - Victor Weaver, PTA

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 20:21


    Today, host Briana sits down with Victor Weaver, PTA as he discusses how he was able to pass the NPTE on his 7th attempt (NO TYPO!) despite multiple setbacks. Victor shares the things he did differently on this attempt to ensure he passed. Tune in to learn more! Here's a little about Victor: "When they say hard work pays off, I finally know what that feeling is all about. From being an aide for more than 10 years to becoming a PTA." Victor can be found on Instagram at @vicweave121 Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review  Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in being a coaching program student, apply here: https://ptaelevation.com/ptaelevationcoachingprogram Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    126. Teaching and Learning - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 17:30


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Teaching and Learning when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR LAST MINUTE REVIEW SESSION on December 15th and 22nd: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    124 - Angina Pectoris - NTPE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 18:30


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Angina Pectoris when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    123. Huntington's Disease (Updated)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 13:50


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Huntington's Disease when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on October 20th: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    122. Bicipital Tendinitis - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 12:42


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Bicipital Tendinitis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on October 20th: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    121. Do you just WANT to be a PTA?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 5:22


    On today's episode, host Briana Drapp gets real with students about if being a PTA is something that they just WANT to happen or is something they are going to MAKE happen. Learn more about shifting your mindset and taking back control of your studying! Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review  Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in our self paced NPTE-PTA Prep course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    120. PTA Inspire Series - Arlanda Hill, PTA

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 20:13


    Today Briana interviews Arlanda Hill, PTA to learn more about his story after passing the NPTE on his 4th attempt. Arlanda describes what he did differently during this attempt to help him pass and gives excellent advice to students who have struggled with the same situation. Tune in to learn more! Arlanda can be found on IG at: @arlanda_9 Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in learning more about he coaching program course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/ptaelevationcoachingprogram Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    118. Metabolic Acidosis - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 11:00


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Metabolic Alkalosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    117. Respiratory Alkalosis - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 11:33


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Respiratory Alkalosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    116. Vestibular Disorders - NPTE-PTA Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 26:34


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Vestibular Disorders when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS on July 21st!: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    115. Piriformis Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 18:57


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Piriformis Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review  Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in our self paced NPTE-PTA Prep course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    114. Finding Motivation to Study When Your "Why" Isn't Strong Enough

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 6:40


    On today's episode, host Briana Drapp talks about how to find motivation to study when you feel your why isn't strong enough. This is something called negative visualization, and Briana is going to explain how to do it! Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review  Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in our self paced NPTE-PTA Prep course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    113. Samuel Moke - PTA Inspire Series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 39:21


    Today, host Briana sits down with Sam Moke, PTA as he discusses how he was able to pass the NPTE on his 4th attempt despite English being his 3rd language. Sam shares the things he did differently on this attempt to ensure he passed. Tune in to learn more! Sam can be found at: @realestateinvestorpta on Instagram! Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review  Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in our self paced NPTE-PTA Prep course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    112. Health Insurance - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 17:33


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Health Insurance when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    111. Malignant Melanoma - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 16:55


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Malignant Melanoma when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

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    110. Pulmonary Embolism - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 14:21


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Pulmonary Embolisms when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    109. Anterior Cord Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 17:12


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Anterior Cord Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    108. Total Shoulder Arthroplasty - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 16:02


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Total Shoulder Replacements when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    107. 21 Ways to FAIL the NPTE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 26:15


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, Briana discusses 21 ways to fail the NPTE, and how NOT to do these things when studying for the NPTE to maximize your chance of passing. Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review  Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in our self paced NPTE-PTA Prep course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    106. Vanessa Jaimes - PTA Inspire Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 24:11


    Today Briana sits down with Vanessa Jaimes, PTA to discuss her journey towards finally being able to pass the NPTE on her 4th attempt! Vanessa talks about what she finally did to pass and how she was able to never give up! Here's a little about Vanessa! "When I first started college I wasn't sure what career I wanted to go into. I was taking my general prerequisites while still thinking about what career to major into. The summer of 2017 I decided to take a cna course when I finished I said to myself you know what I'm going into nursing school. Looked into it I had the grades then a few months later I started working as cna and realized there was much more than only nursing! One day I was working with a therapist and said to me “you would be a great PTA “ asked me if I was enrolled in a program I said no not yet but I'm looking into nursing I'll never forget her saying check out physical therapy you're very motivating and physically active. I looked into it and liked the idea of helping others with exercise! So then I started going into facilities for observation hours. Just by completing observation hours I found myself enjoying it! So I decided to apply at Morton College I was accepted, started the program 2019 the program was manageable! After finishing school I decided to take boards felt overly confident because I didn't struggle with test taking in school and then the first attempt came around I failed didn't study really or take practice exams I was very upset! The second attempt came around I failed again I decided to read the book but I found myself not having a study plan! The third time came around I decided to read the book and look into videos to understand better took about 11 practice exams still failed! I felt like the third time around I wasn't giving myself any breaks I was burning myself out! The fourth attempt comes around and said to myself I need to make a change I started reflecting on everything I did in the past my coworkers said to me look into prepping courses and one of the girls I graduated with had mention about Bri program I was very frustrated and said at this point if I need to get every resource to pass I will! Let me just say the best investment I ever made was to get Bri program it helped me get organized and know how to study for the exam! I didn't take 11 practice exams this time around I took 7! I found myself taking breaks not overly doing it with my studying and passing every practice exam! Bri made sure I was on track like I said again best investment ever because I passed on my fourth attempt! I can't thank her enough for helping me out because I can officially called myself a licensed PTA

    105. Types of PT Settings - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2024 22:12


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Types of PT Settings when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    104. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 14:31


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    103. Peripheral Arterial Disease - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 12:09


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Peripheral Arterial Disease when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    102. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 20:16


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Spinal Stenosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    101. Spinal Stenosis - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 16:46


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Spinal Stenosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR LAST MINUTE REVIEW SESSION: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    100. Bri's Story - Thank you for 100 Episodes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 13:42


    On today's episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, Briana Drapp celebrates 100 episodes of the PTA Elevation podcast! Thank you all for your continued support and I appreciate all of you

    99. PTA Inspire Series - Erica Romberger, PTA

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 44:05


    Today Briana sits down with Erica Romberger, who recently passed her exam in April 2023. Erica is a new mom, and 2020 grad, and she hopes her story will help motivate and inspire others! Here's a little about Erica: "Hey y'all! I'm finally Erica Romberger, PTA all thanks to Bri and her awesome program she has built! I started my PTA journey with Bri in July of 2019. I had graduated from The Pennsylvania State University with my Bachelors in Kinesiology; after multiple applications to DPT programs denied, I came across a PTA program literally 10 minutes from my house! Central Penn college truly changed my life. Allowing me to still work towards my goal of helping patients. School was rough, I'm not going to lie but I finished even with us being shut out of a classroom due to COVID. Having neurology online was brutallllll and I mean it; I had a melt down everyday it felt like. Fast forward, we were allowed to get into the clinics for clinical and I felt revived! My dream of being a PTA was still within reach! Going into my boards the first time, I'll be honest, I barely studied… I DO NOT RECOMMEND!! I was too cocky and just wanted to have a life since I had graduated and it was not the good choice. Second time, I changed my approach but didn't truly know how to properly retain the information without the hands on part and having someone to go through things with. Again, another fail sadly… I was defeated so I took a break, got a full time job started a 401k and just took a mental break. I ran into my one professor at a grocery store and she recommended I reach out to Briana for her program if I truly wanted to do it a third try. So I got in touch and BOOM! Bri got me back into it with a proper study plan, proper techniques and thennnnnn I got pregnant. Being pregnant and trying to study; do not recommend LOL! Pregnancy brain is so real. So I still tried anyways and then I realized I had to go before the board to present a study plan so I didn't get approved for a third attempt but I didn't stop. I kept pushing. I had my son Nov 2nd enjoyed my maternity leave and at the end of my leave, I went before the board (extremely stressful) and presented my study plan. They approved me!! Third attempt was now within my reach and in my control of passing. I was nervous, anxious, stressed, overwhelmed with being a new mother and just wanting it sooooo bad! Bri, is a miracle worker yall. In touch with me constantly reassuring me, pushing me to do this for myself and my son and here I am! THAT GREEN CIRCLE, PASSED!! Being a mother is HARD and being a mother in school is even HARDER! If I learned anything, DO NOT GIVE UP! Y'all it is soooo worth it! You are worth it, you can do it and you will! Bri also helped me get into that mindset. My son will know one day how much I love him, but also how hard I pushed myself to make him proud of what I do. I am extremely thankful for this program and I cannot wait to start my career in the healthcare industry! All my mamas out there who think they can't, YOU CAN! If not for you, then just look at that little one looking up at you and do it for them! You got this, seriously!" Erica was a member of the PTA Elevation Coaching program, you can learn more about this here: https://ptaelevation.com/ptaelevationcoachingprogram LAST MINUTE REVIEW SESSION REGISTRATION: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Book a FREE Strategy Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/StRdkp4sKjX5KHCwV3t9 Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    98. Infection Control Terminology - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 9:30


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Infection Control Terminology when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    97. Addison's Disease - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 12:26


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Tuberculosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    96. Tuberculosis - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 15:50


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Tuberculosis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    95. Trigeminal Neuralgia - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 12:51


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Trigeminal neuralgia when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR MASTERCLASS: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    94. Anterior Glenohumeral Dislocation - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 19:16


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Anterior Glenohumeral Dislocations when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! REGISTRATION FOR LAST MINUTE REVIEW SESSION: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    93. Less is MORE

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 6:56


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, Briana discusses how to become more effective at studying and why it is true that "Less is More" when studying for the NPTE. Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review  Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in our self paced NPTE-PTA Prep course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    92. Dustin Hergert, PTA - PTA Inspire Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 32:43


    On today's episode of the PTA Inspire series, Briana sits down with Dustin Hergert, PTA to talk about how he was able to pass the exam on the 3rd attempt despite many life situations that could easily have sent anyone into a spiral. Tune in to learn more! Here's a bit about Dustin: "Throughout my life I have had a wide range of career paths such as retail, cosmetology, farmer, rancher, beekeeper and the list goes on and on. Around 14 years ago I became a caregiver for an adult with disabilities and it is this job that changed my life. For years I worked with adults as well and children with disabilities, making sure that each and every day was as fulfilling for them as it could be. One of my tasks was to take my clients to their PT appointments and it was here that I learned the importance of physical therapy and how it could improve my clients lives. So I, a 40 year old man, decided to start my college career and set out for PTA school. I had an amazing class where all my classmates worked together to get everyone through the program and our entire class passed the course. Little did I know that the NPTE was going to be the most difficult part of this journey for me. Failing not once but twice was an emotional rollercoaster, but because of the support from not only my classmates but from Bri and the PTA Elevation program I walked out of my 3rd exam knowing that I had passed. Now I look forward to my career as a PTA for children with disabilities." - Dusting Hergert, PTA Add Dustin on social media: @ssb1979 on Instagram Learn more about the PTA Elevation Coaching Program: https://ptaelevation.com/ptaelevationcoachingprogram Register for Last Minute Review Session: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ Visit our website to learn more about us! https://www.ptaelevation.com/ If you're interested in our self paced NPTE-PTA Prep course, please check out the link below: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    91. Precautions - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 17:57


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Precautions when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree

    90. Ankylosing Spondylitis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 14:48


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Ankylosing Spondylitis when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Check out our FREE stuff!: https://ptaelevation.com/freebies Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    89. Arterial Blood Gasses and Understanding Metabolic/Respiratory Acidosis/Alkalosis with Dr. Rachele Burriesci, PT, DPT, CCS, GCS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 36:14


    Today's Episode features Rachele Burriesci of All Things Cardiopulm (her podcast can be found on all platforms) who can be found on instagram at @all_things_cardiopulm Rachele will go over ways to understand and remember information about Metabolic/Respiratory Acidosis/Alkalosis and what all the arterial blood gasses exactly mean when it comes to cardiopulmonary rehabilitation on the NPTE. Tune in to learn more! MASTERCLASS REGISTRATION: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Book a FREE Strategy Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/StRdkp4sKjX5KHCwV3t9 Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam! https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here: https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    88. (UPDATED) C7 Spinal Cord Injury - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 23:35


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about C7 Spinal Cord Injuries when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Book a FREE Strategy Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/StRdkp4sKjX5KHCwV3t9 Masterclass Registration: https://ptaelevation.com/masterclass Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

    87. Transfemoral Amputations - NPTE Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 13:01


    On this episode of the PTA Elevation Podcast, host Briana Drapp, SPT, PTA, CSCS goes over the important things to know about Transfemoral Amputations when studying for the NPTE. At the end of this episode, Briana provides and reviews a sample question that helps students get a feel for how this subject will be asked on the NPTE - PTA. Tune in to learn more! Book a FREE Strategy Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/StRdkp4sKjX5KHCwV3t9 Last Minute Review Registration: https://ptaelevation.com/last-minute-review Website: https://www.ptaelevation.com/ Join our FB group for FREE resources to help you study for the exam!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/382310196801103/ If you're interested in our prep course, check it out here:  https://ptaelevation.com/the-600-plus-system Follow us on our other platforms! https://www.ptaelevation.com/linktree We look forward to serving you!

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