ProStart
- Structured Supervised Practice: A reliable and coordinated alternative to shadowing, with active mentorship from experienced pediatric therapists.
- Custom-Branded Curriculum: Deliver the ProStart program under your institution’s identity with flexible platform integration.
- Improved Job Placement: Graduates gain direct access to employment opportunities through our statewide network of therapy providers.
- Elevated Academic Value: Add a professional training component that makes your institution stand out and better supports student outcomes.
Why Choose ProStart?
- Bridges the Gap: From graduation to real-world practice with confidence.
- Developed by Experts: Built on decades of experience hiring, training, and integrating new grads into therapy teams.
- Evidence-Based Content: Includes key concepts from the Sensory Workout Program (SWP) and practical therapy foundations.
- Adaptable & Scalable: Easily integrates with OT, PT, and SLP programs and can expand across departments.
- Career-Ready Graduates: Students emerge with professional confidence and the skills to make an impact.
Program Components
Professional Development Modules
Topics include communication, professionalism, interdisciplinary collaboration, and special needs care.
Core Therapy
Skills
Foundational knowledge in sensory integration, assistive tech, risk management, teletherapy, and more.
Supervised Practice Sessions
10 hours of direct practice in pediatric settings with real-time mentoring and feedback.
Career Planning & Placement
Support for interviews, resumes, and direct job matching through our Florida-based network.
Final Assessment & Certification
Upon completion, students receive a certificate signaling readiness for clinical pediatric therapy.
We’re currently partnering with colleges and universities to bring ProStart to campuses across Florida and beyond. Whether you’re ready to launch or just exploring options, we’re here to collaborate.