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Henry O. and Florence P. Kendall Practice Award

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Due: December 1, 2026

No essay

No min. GPA required

No transcripts required

Eligibility

Henry O. and Florence P. Kendall Practice Award, with an application deadline in December, offers numerous awards that vary in amount.

Description

The Henry O. and Florence P. Kendall Practice Award acknowledges an individual who has made outstanding and enduring contributions to the practice of physical therapy. Applicants must be physical therapists who are current members in good standing of the association. They must have been engaged in extensive clinical practice for at least 15 years. Nominees for this award must demonstrate effect on shape, scope, and quality of physical therapist practice; effect on other physical therapists' ability to practice; effect on the development of physical therapy as a caring profession; and quality and quantity of contributions to the association. A letter of nomination that specifically focuses on the strengths of the nominee in relation to the award criteria is required. Two letters of support obtained from individuals upon whom the nominee has had an impact that specifically addresses one or more of the criteria for selection must also be submitted. Please visit the award's website or contact the American Physical Therapy Association for more information.

Scholarship Type

Merit-based