Student & School Partnerships
From classroom to career. From purpose to practice.
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For Schools
Connect with our Student and School Partnerships Team to discuss placements, affiliation agreements, and partnership opportunities.
Why students choose functional pathways
Gain experience across the continuum of senior care.
At Functional Pathways, students gain hands-on rehabilitation experience in real care settings with mentorship that supports confidence, skill-building, and career growth.
With a nationwide-network of rehabilitation partners, students can explore diverse care environments while building practical experience across PT, OT, and SLP disciplines.
EXPLORING CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Skilled Nursing
Specialized care for residents with:
- Alzheimer's disease
- Dementia
- Cognitive impairments
- Secure environment and dementia-focused programming
EXPLORING CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Assisted Living (AL)
Help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Medication management
- Grooming
- Residents maintain as much independence as possible while receiving support
EXPLORING CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Memory Care
Specialized care for residents with:
- Alzheimer's disease
- Dementia
- Cognitive impairments
- Secure environment and dementia-focused programming
EXPLORING CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Independent Living
Specialized care for residents with:
- Alzheimer's disease
- Dementia
- Cognitive impairments
- Secure environment and dementia-focused programming
EXPLORING CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
LTC
Specialized care for residents with:
- Alzheimer's disease
- Dementia
- Cognitive impairments
- Secure environment and dementia-focused programming
EXPLORING CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Outpatient
Specialized care for residents with:
- Alzheimer's disease
- Dementia
- Cognitive impairments
- Secure environment and dementia-focused programming
Skilled Nursing
Assisted Living (AL)
Memory Care
Independent Living
LTC
Outpatient
Our process
The FP Student & School Partnership Advantage
Flexibility
Placement support built around program needs, timelines, and student goals.
- Opportunities across 34 states
- Multiple disciplines and experience levels
- Advance coordination when possible
Career paths
Clinical rotations can be the first step to full-time opportunities with Functional Pathways.
- Hands-on experience across Skilled Nursing, Senior Living, and CCRC settings
- One-on-one mentorship from experienced rehabilitation professionals
- A pathway to future clinical and leadership opportunities
Purpose-Driven Care Settings
Students learn in senior living and post-acute environments where dignity, function, and quality of life matter.
- Skilled nursing and senior living communities
- Mission-driven care environments
- Patient-centered rehabilitation experiences
Mentorship & clinical development
Students learn alongside experienced clinicians invested in their growth.
- Dedicated clinical instructors
- Structured onboarding and support
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Testimonials
What Our Students Are Saying
Students
Universities
“Functional Pathways has been an exceptional partner for over a decade. Their team's clinical excellence and unwavering commitment to our residents sets them apart in this industry.”
Sarah Mitchell
Executive Director
Highland Senior Living, TN
“The transition was seamless and the results speak for themselves. Our outcomes have improved measurably, and our staff feels genuinely supported every single day.”
David Chen
Administrator
Westbrook Health Campus, OH
“Functional Pathways has been an exceptional partner for over a decade. Their team's clinical excellence and unwavering commitment to our residents sets them apart in this industry.”
Sarah Mitchell
Executive Director
Highland Senior Living, TN
“The transition was seamless and the results speak for themselves. Our outcomes have improved measurably, and our staff feels genuinely supported every single day.”
David Chen
Administrator
Westbrook Health Campus, OH
“Functional Pathways has been an exceptional partner for over a decade. Their team's clinical excellence and unwavering commitment to our residents sets them apart in this industry.”
Sarah Mitchell
Executive Director
Highland Senior Living, TN
“The transition was seamless and the results speak for themselves. Our outcomes have improved measurably, and our staff feels genuinely supported every single day.”
David Chen
Administrator
Westbrook Health Campus, OH
“The transition was seamless and the results speak for themselves. Our outcomes have improved measurably, and our staff feels genuinely supported every single day.”
David Chen
Administrator
Westbrook Health Campus, OH
Our process
Designed to support successful student placements.
1 Submit a Placement Request
School submits a student placement request through our centralized placement form.
2 Coordination & Availability Review
School submits a student placement request through our centralized placement form.
3 Placement Confirmation
School submits a student placement request through our centralized placement form.
4 Student Onboarding Begins
School submits a student placement request through our centralized placement form.
5 Final Clearance
School submits a student placement request through our centralized placement form.

