APT offers up to three (3) credit hours for participating in an internship program.  Students that have the opportunity to work with an established company in their field of study (i.e., sponsor) can advance their learning experience while receiving course credit.  APT's internship program has both work related and academic components.

1. Student submits APT’s Internship application with sponsor information and resume.
2. A representative from APT’s Credit Evaluation Committee (CEC) will contact the student’s sponsor to discuss work scope, type, scheduling, and student expectations.
3. The student might be asked to submit a current doctor’s physical exam report that includes illegal drug testing.
4. APT ’s Credit Evaluation Committee either approves or denies the application.
5. Upon approval, APT will assign a support instructor as an academic advisor.
6. The CEC or instructor may assign research, project report, etc. to satisfy the academic component of the course.
7. Student must submit weekly progress reports or attend scheduled meetings with the instructor.
8. A log shall be maintained by the student and immediately available upon request.
9. The sponsor may be asked to provide a written evaluation of the student’s performance during the internship.
10. Instructor evaluates the student based on fulfillment of both work and academic components of the course.
11. The student must complete an exit survey/evaluation regarding the course and its benefit to the student
12. The instructor may conduct regular or surprise visits to verify progress, accomplishments and intellectual growth.

Internship:

  135 hours for 3 College Credits
    90 hours for 2 College Credits

Cost:

   $1295 for 3 College Credits
     $995 for 2 College Credits

Requirements

1. Student must be enrolled in an APT degree program
2. Students are required to have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better.
3. Students must complete a minimum of 135 hours of actual work under the supervision of a sponsor for three (3) credit hours.  The program must be completed in 3 months or less.
4. Students must complete a minimum of 90 hours of actual work under the supervision of a sponsor for two (2) credit hours.  The program must be completed in 3 months or less.
5. Fifteen hours per week of work related activities are required for 3 credit hours and ten hrs/wk for 2 credit hour.
6. Student’s conduct must be professional and responsible.