Allison Young, PT, DPT, EdD

Director of Clinical Education
Physical Therapy

Allison N. Young, PT, DPT, PCS, EdD, is a board-certified pediatric physical therapist and educator with extensive experience in clinical practice, teaching, and clinical education leadership. She received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Central Arkansas and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Central Arkansas. She later earned her Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership from Arkansas State University. Dr. Young has eight years of clinical experience in pediatric physical therapy, working with infants and children with a wide range of diagnoses including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, and torticollis.

In addition to her clinical background, Dr. Young serves as an Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Education at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education School of Physical Therapy. Her scholarly work includes research in infant development, impostor phenomenon, clinical education, and DPT program development.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR
  • Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership, Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR

Accomplishments

  • Board-Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist (PCS)
  • Credentialed Clinical Instructor Level 1 and 2 (CCIP)
  • Chair, Admissions Committee, ACHE School of Physical Therapy

Areas of Expertise/Interest

  • Pediatric Physical Therapy & Infant Motor Development
  • Clinical Education & Student Success
  • Admissions & Holistic Review Processes
  • Higher Education Leadership