New! Wilderness PT First Responder Certification: An Immersive Master Class

APTA Immersive

• Feb. 8-11
• Joshua Tree National Park, California
• 4.0 CEUs

Learn essential backcountry PT skills through online prep and immersive, hands-on training in Joshua Tree National Park. Successful completion earns a Wilderness PT First Responder certification.

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For Everyone

John H.P. Maley Clinical Impact Lectureship Award Panel

• Wednesday, Feb. 11
• 7-8 p.m.
• No ticket required.

• Ballroom ABC, Anaheim Convention Center

The John H.P. Maley Clinical Impact Lectureship Award honors a physical therapist who has made a significant contribution to the profession in clinical practice. Each year, the recipient delivers a lecture that reflects the highest standards of clinical excellence and inspires the physical therapy community to advance practice and patient care.

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Mary McMillan Lecture

• Thursday, Feb. 12
• 4-5:30 p.m.
• No ticket required.

• Ballroom ABC, Anaheim Convention Center

APTA's most distinguished honor, the Mary McMillan Lecture, spotlights a physical therapist whose contributions have significantly influenced the profession. Join us for the 57th Mary McMillan Lecture, delivered by Christopher Powers, PT, PhD, FAPTA.

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Opening Ceremony Benefitting the PT Fund (Sponsored by HPSO, Virtual Rockstar), Ensora Health, Raintree)

• Thursday, Feb. 12
• 6:30-9:30 p.m.
• Ticket price: $50
• House of Blues, Anaheim, California

Join us for a memorable evening of community and fun at the House of Blues Anaheim. Tickets are limited and expected to go fast — secure your spot today.

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APTA Specialty and Proficiency Ceremony

• Friday, Feb. 13
• 4-5 p.m.
• No ticket required.
• Ballroom ABC, Anaheim Convention Center

Join us for the APTA Specialty and Proficiency Ceremony, where we will honor the physical therapists who earned specialist certification from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in 2025 and the physical therapist assistants recognized for advanced proficiency in their specialty areas.

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PTPAC Party

• Friday, Feb. 13
• 7-10 p.m.
• Ticket price: $100 for PTs and PTAs; $50 for students
• Golden Road Brewing, Anaheim, California

Support PTPAC’s advocacy efforts for the profession by attending the PTPAC Party. Enjoy drinks, appetizers, and music. All ticket proceeds benefit PTPAC. You must be at least 21 years of age to attend. Purchase tickets online while registering for APTA CSM. PTPAC Eagle club members receive one free ticket — contact Michael Matlack to reserve yours.

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For Students

Student Networking Breakfast

(Sponsored by CORA Physical Therapy, Encompass Health, Team Rehabilitation Physical Therapy)

• Thursday, Feb. 12
• 6:30-8 a.m. 

Kick-off the morning with coffee, snacks, and networking, while getting expert insights on career topics, such as job strategies and professional branding. More details to come. 

APTA Knowledge Bowl

• Friday, Feb. 13
• 1-2 p.m.
• Sign up required
• Hall A, Anaheim Convention Center

This high-energy, team-oriented event brings students from across the country together to prepare for the National Physical Therapy Examination — competing with their classmates in a fun, game-show-style format. To participate, register your school's program today.

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For PTAs

PTA Town Hall

• Thursday, Feb. 12
• 6-7:30 p.m.
• No ticket required.
• Location TBD

All are welcome to this annual event, an open-forum discussion hosted by national PTA leaders who can answer questions and make connections to get you involved.