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2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Overview

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program consists of a two-and-one-half-year, entry-level professional graduate program that prepares students to be eligible for licensure and entry into contemporary physical therapy practice. The curriculum emphasizes a problem-solving, evidence-based approach to learning in addition to providing a wide variety of clinical experiences that are integrated throughout the program. Our faculty are experts in the areas of manual therapy, orthopedics, biomechanics, research, sports medicine, pediatrics, neuroscience and general physical therapy practice.

Mission

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program develops physical therapists who advance practice, guided by science, service, and innovation to provide person-centered care.

Accreditation

Effective May 28, 2015, George Fox University has been granted full accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314; phone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org).

Degree Outcomes

Professional and Educational Outcomes

To enable students to:

  • Function as safe, ethical and autonomous practitioners in a variety of settings
  • Use effective communication skills in all professional relationships including those with patients, colleagues, other health care professionals and families
  • Utilize critical thinking skills and principles of evidence-based practice for making clinical decisions using the patient/client management model
  • Demonstrate both societal and professional responsibility through a commitment to life-long learning, professional development and community service
  • Contribute to the profession as clinicians, researchers, educators, consultants and advocates
  • Apply the concepts of health, wellness, and prevention to promote the best possible function

Admission Requirements

Enrollment is highly competitive and applicants seeking admission to the DPT program must hold a four-year baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum degree GPA of 3.25. Applicants must have completed all prerequisite courses with a minimum GPA of 3.25 prior to entry into the program.

Additional admission criteria include knowledge of the physical therapy profession in a variety of settings. This is evaluated by the number of hours spent either observing or working in the field of physical therapy. Students must complete a minimum of 100 hours of observation of physical therapy practice. Other factors that are included in the admission criteria are letters of recommendation, essay response, content of the application, and service to the community.

Prerequisite Courses

George Fox University offers a kinesiology major, which is an interdisciplinary course of study that includes the prerequisites needed for most physical therapy programs. Although there are benefits to completing those courses at George Fox University, this does not guarantee admission into the program. All prerequisite coursework must be completed with a minimum grade of “C”. A general description of prerequisite coursework is listed below.

Anatomy and Physiology: 8 semester credits (or equivalent) required course: human anatomy (with dissection preferred) & physiology. Laboratory sessions are required.

Biological Sciences: 4 semester credits (or equivalent) required courses: Biological sciences can include general biology, neuroscience, genetics, microbiology, advanced anatomy and other upper division classes. Equivalent courses include kinesiology, exercise physiology, and biomechanics.

Physics: 8 semester credits (or equivalent): required course: general physics. The course should reflect a standard two-semester (or equivalent) course which includes a laboratory.

Chemistry: 8 semester credits (or equivalent): required course: general chemistry.  Equivalent courses such as organic & biological chemistry courses should reflect standard two semesters which include a laboratory. Advanced courses such as organic chemistry, physical chemistry and biochemistry are strongly recommended.

Statistics: 2 semester credits (or equivalent): course can be taken as either math or social science credit.

Those students whose first language is not English must meet the required English proficiency standard as demonstrated in passing the following minimum international iBT (Internet-based TOEFL) scores: 25 points in each of the following, reading, writing, speaking and listening.

In addition, applicants must complete the following to be considered for admission to the program:

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy application through PTCAS
  • Two references (one academic and one physical therapist) through PTCAS
  • An in-person interview

The core faculty and the director have the authority for determining the acceptance of specific undergraduate credits that may fall outside the lines of the traditional prerequisites.

Transfer Credit

Transfer credits and transfer students from other physical therapy programs will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Course Requirements

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program is approximately 2.5 years in length (28 months) with 94 semester hours of didactic coursework required as a minimum for graduation, as well as 33 weeks of full-time clinical education experiences. There are 127 credits total. The first year of the program emphasizes didactic study in the scientific foundations and evidence-based practice in physical therapy and includes a 6-week introduction to clinical practice during the summer. Students will integrate their didactic knowledge into clinical practice, progressing in complexity as they advance through the program.

Clinical Training

A significant part of the program consists of a combination of integrated clinical experiences and full-time clinical training over 33 weeks. Students should be prepared to participate in clinical education experiences outside of the Portland metropolitan area during the clinical education portion of the program. During these out-of-area experiences (as well as other clinical education experiences), students are responsible for living and transportation expenses.  

Continuous Enrollment

Students are expected to maintain continuous enrollment throughout the program.

Professional Standards

Standards for graduate education in physical therapy, as well as for the practice of physical therapy, are set by the policies of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) through its Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) and those of the relevant state laws and administrative rules. In Oregon, this includes the Oregon Board of Physical Therapy. The design, structure, and processes of graduate education at George Fox University are influenced by these statutes, accreditation criteria, rules and policies. Consequently, in addition to the policies of the university's graduate program, students in the physical therapy program are expected to know and abide by the professional standards established by these regulatory agencies. Both faculty and students are expected to adhere to the APTA Code of Ethics and Guide for Professional Conduct (2010).

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate with a doctor of physical therapy degree, students must:

  • Satisfactorily complete a minimum of 127 semester hours with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Achieve no grade lower than B- in all but 2 courses. See DPT handbook grading policy for further details.

Grading

Didactic Grading

The DPT program reserves the right to determine how it defines professional competence and professional behavior, to establish standards of excellence, and to evaluate students. Semester grades for courses are determined by the respective instructor's evaluation of the student's participation in class, performance on periodic tests/quizzes, work on research papers and class projects, and achievement on mid-semester and final examinations. The DPT program reserves the right to decline or withdraw a student’s admission if the student’s mental health status indicates that such action is essential for the well-being of fellow students, faculty, administrative staff, or patients. The DPT program utilizes letter grades for didactic coursework; these are detailed in the student handbook.

Clinical Grading

The DCE will assign a grade at the conclusion of each clinical education experience. The grade assigned is based upon the completion surveys, final student performance rating (measured by the CIET), and input from the SCCE/CI as appropriate. Individual course expectations for clinical education experiences are described in the respective course syllabus. Student performance expectations gradually increase through the course of the program and culminate with the expectation that a student is consistently professional at all times and able to provide patient care at a level expected of a competent clinician in that setting.

Progression and Academic Standing

Progression through the program is earned through satisfactory completion of all sequential coursework. A student may not progress into a subsequent semester until all prior coursework has been satisfactorily completed and all behavioral expectations met. The Student Progress Committee will meet at the conclusion of each semester to determine the academic standing of each student in the program and make recommendations for continuation through the program. assign academic and professional standing. 

Doctor of Physical Therapy students are expected to maintain an average cumulative and per semester GPA of 3.0. If a student’s GPA (either cumulative or semester) falls below 3.0, the Student Progress Committee will meet to consider the student’s potential for continued success and provide a recommendation to the Program Director which will include assigning the appropriate academic standing: Good standing, Warning, Probation, or Dismissal and Academic Suspension from the University. Additional details are available in the DPT student handbook.

Should a student receive a "No Pass" grade for a clinic experience, they must remediate the experience before progressing on to the next more advanced clinical experience. The Student Progress Committee will be made aware of the “No Pass” grade. Remediation programs specific to the clinical education experience are designed and implemented on a case-by-case basis and are determined by the circumstances that led to the failure. The DCE, Program Director, and potential consultation with the Student Progress Committee will decide the most appropriate remediation activity.

Unprofessional conduct will be remediated through the Student Progress Committee review, with recommendations provided to the program director with a negotiated learning plan

Withdrawal from the University

Students may choose to withdraw from classes at their discretion. Refunds for students who drop or withdraw from classes, on or after the first day of the session, will receive a removal of tuition per the George Fox University policy. Note that withdrawing from any Doctor of Physical Therapy Program course will result in the student being unable to progress into the subsequent semester coursework or clinical education experience.

Leave of absence

A student may take no more than one leave of absence (LOA) from the program due to an illness, accident, or other substantial reason that impairs their ability to continue coursework at that time. All incomplete or withdrawal coursework must be completed within one year from the start date of the LOA. If unable to complete the coursework in that time frame, the student will be dismissed from the program. A student’s academic standing at the start of the LOA will remain in place when the student returns from LOA (e.g., a student on Probation prior to taking LOA will be on Probation when they return from the LOA).

Should a student withdraw from the University, the academic status prior to the withdrawal will remain on the student record and will be considered, along with other factors, should the student choose to reapply to George Fox in the future

Curriculum Plan

Complete the following:
This course introduces the student to current federal, state and local regulations regarding physical therapy practice. It also introduces the student to the history of the physical therapy profession and the role it has in health care including topics such as professional behavior, learning methods, ethical practice, professional writing and documentation, medical terminology, and functions of an autonomous practitioner. Emphasis is placed on developing effective attitudinal, interpersonal and communication skills within the health care system. Through class lectures and small group discussions students also explore his/her own moral values, teaching, and learning styles. Course also includes faculty directed application of skills and service to the community. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This course introduces the student to basic skills necessary for the practice of physical therapy to include taking a history, documentation, body mechanics, goniometry, vital signs, assistive equipment, patient movement and transfers, positioning, patient safety. Additional information includes the effects of inactivity, infection control, total joint arthroplasty and wound care. Principles from the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice are incorporated into the skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This course covers current theories in normal and abnormal motor development and motor control as it relates to the neuromuscular system. Topics include plasticity, skeletal muscle fatigue, neural mechanisms of muscle strengthening, spinal circuitry, reflexes, spasticity, rigidity, and balance and posture. Changes in motor development and motor control as aging occurs will also be discussed. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This is the first of a two-term intensive course in gross human anatomy. This course includes advanced study of gross human anatomy utilizing cadaver dissection and includes lecture and laboratory sessions. Emphasis is placed on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous systems. Utilization of additional methodologies such as radiographic, computerized tomographic, and magnetic resonance imaging is also included. Emphasis is also placed on head and neck, upper extremity, thorax and abdominal wall including bones, joints, nerves, and connective tissue. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This is the second of a two-term intensive course in gross human anatomy. This course includes advanced study of gross human anatomy utilizing cadaver dissection and includes lecture and laboratory sessions. Emphasis is placed on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous systems. Utilization of additional methodologies such as radiographic, computerized tomographic, and magnetic resonance imaging is also included. Emphasis is also placed on spine, pelvis, hip, knee, ankle, and foot, including bones, joints, nerves, and connective tissue. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PDPT 510
This is the first of a two-term course in clinical biomechanics. This course investigates normal and pathological movement based on an understanding of muscle and joint mechanics as well as muscle testing and function. It is also designed to examine basic evaluation and clinical physical therapy skills such as range of motion, manual muscle testing, goniometry, stretching, and palpation. This course also includes medical and surgical management of orthopedic conditions. Kinesiology is studied from a clinical and functional approach and emphasis is placed on the head and neck, upper extremity, thorax and abdominal wall. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This is the second of a two-term course in clinical biomechanics. This course investigates normal and pathological movement based on an understanding of muscle and joint mechanics as well as muscle testing and function. It is also designed to examine basic evaluation and clinical physical therapy skills such as range of motion, stretching, goniometry, manual muscle testing, and palpation. This course also includes medical and surgical management of orthopedic conditions. Kinesiology is studied from a clinical and functional approach and emphasis is placed on the spine, pelvis, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Additional content such as gait analysis, posture assessment, and scoliosis will also be covered. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PDPT 520
This course includes lecture and small group discussions examining various types of evidence and its application to physical therapy practice. Emphasis is placed on interpreting and applying evidence to clinical problems (e.g. diagnosis, treatment and prognosis). Utilization of synthesis documents (e.g. systematic reviews, clinical practice guidelines) are emphasized as guidelines for clinical decision making. At the completion of the course students form into groups for their research projects executed in year 2 of the program. Pre-requisites: Admission to the DPT program.
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals and essential concepts of neuromuscular function and includes an in-depth study of the anatomical and physiological study of the nervous system. Emphasis is placed on neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neurodevelopment. This course includes topics such as the peripheral and central nervous systems, and the auditory, visual, and vestibular systems and emphasizes disorders commonly found in physical therapy practice. Both acute and chronic pain mechanisms will also be discussed. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the physiology of pain and inflammation and how it relates to the selection and use of physical agents, mechanical modalities and electrotherapeutic modalities. Students will learn safety and evidence based reasoning for the selection and implementation of modalities. Lectures, small group discussion and hands on lab sessions will include thermal agents, cryotherapy, hydrotherapy, soft tissue mobilization, traction, compression, electrotherapeutic modalities and ultrasound. Students will be introduced to electromyography, nerve conduction, and fire-wire EMG. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This course is intended to provide basic patient care and clinical skills such as assistive devices and gait, bed mobility, draping, positioning, transfer training, dynamic stretching, strengthening, and principles of therapeutic exercise progression. Emphasis is placed on patient safety and handling, proper and safe body mechanics, patient communication and documentation for the therapist. This course also introduces the student to patient assessment and treatment through small group interaction, clinically-based studies and case study presentations. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This course is a continuation of PDPT 550 and emphasizes the principles of therapeutic exercise progression from the pediatric patient to the geriatric patient while utilizing exercise for injury prevention and reducing functional impairments. Current concepts in fitness evaluation and health education will be discussed. This course also introduces the student to the concepts of wellness and nutrition including education and prevention programs for individuals, groups, and communities. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PDPT 550
This course is a study of human physiology starts at the cellular level of function and progresses to looking at the interrelationships between organ systems. Areas stressed are the autonomic nervous, cardiovascular, renal, hematologic, immune, integumentary, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and skeletal systems. In addition the physiologic effects of pregnancy as well as organ histology are covered. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This course covers pathophysiology starting with the molecular and cellular processes that result in structural and functional pathophysiologic changes. Topics covered include cell and tissue injury, healing and repair, inflammation, infection, and cancer. Diseases of the endocrine metabolic, gastrointestinal, renal, musculoskeletal, genital, cardio-pulmonary, hematologic, nervous systems over the life-span are covered. Disease definition, incidence, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations and treatment approaches are discussed. Embryology is reviewed and congenital conditions covered. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or authorized by program director
This course is a 4-week comprehensive residency based clinical experience. Students will work in groups under direct supervision of a clinical faculty. Collaborative care may also be utilized with local physicians, licensed physical therapists, GFU DPT 2nd year students, as well as students from GFU Physician Assistant program. Groups will rotate through various simulated settings: outpatient physical therapy clinic, pediatrics, rehabilitation clinic, and acute care.Students are also expected to attend and present at GFU PT Health and Wellness Week as well as grand rounds type case presentations.
This course covers the general principles of pharmacology. This includes pharmacokinetics, how drugs are administered, absorbed, metabolized and excreted by the body, and pharmacodynamics, how the drugs have their effects on cells. For each organ system the pharmacologic treatment of disease processes will be explored, looking at the mechanism of action, indications, adverse effects, and drug interactions of the major drugs commonly used. Impact of different agents on exercise is considered. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 1 or authorized by program director
Concepts of nutrition, health, and wellness are addressed. Topics include diabetes, heart disease, obesity, with emphasis on prevention and wellness. Clinical nutrition as it relates to post-surgical conditions, chronic illness and disease will also be discussed. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 1 or authorized by program director
Complete the following:
This course is a comprehensive residency based clinical experience. Students will work in groups under direct supervision of a clinical faculty. Collaborative care may also be utilized with local physicians, licensed physical therapists, GFU DPT 2nd year students, as well as students from GFU Physician Assistant program. Groups will rotate through various simulated settings: outpatient physical therapy clinic, pediatrics, rehabilitation clinic, and acute care. Students are also expected to attend grand rounds type case presentations.
This course covers normal human physiology of body systems and students receive instruction and practice skills associated with conditions related to the cardiopulmonary system. Special emphasis is placed on the body systems most directly affected by the practice of physical therapy. This course also applies the basic concepts and techniques in the management of patients with acute and chronic cardiac and pulmonary disorders. The student gains experience in the interpretation of EKG, heart and lung sounds, and hematological and serum chemistry analysis. Students will demonstrate proper techniques in laboratory sessions. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 1 or authorized by program director
This course covers physical therapy examination and intervention for the medical surgical and integumentary systems. Also included are the concepts of the inflammatory process, types and classification of wounds and wound care, patient education and prevention will also be addressed. Medical and surgical interventions of burns, surgical incisions and wounds, as well as other integumentary procedures such as debridement and non-surgical protocols will be discussed. In addition, physical therapy evaluation and treatment procedures for the management of selected systems such as genitourinary, renal, immune, gastrointestinal, and endocrine will also be covered. Client care problems are emphasized with a problem-solving/case-study format. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 1 or authorized by program director
This course is designed to provide an intense study of geriatric physical therapy and related issues. Specific emphasis is given to the normal development process of again, preventative care and management of pathological aging. Additionally, this course includes a holistic approach to the geriatric patient as an active participant in their health care. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 1 or authorized by program director
This didactic and laboratory-based course requires students to apply principles of motor control and neuroscience to the clinical care of adults with neurologic health conditions resulting from acquired disorders of the central nervous system. Using current evidence, students will engage in a systematic clinical decision-making approach to the physical therapy examination, movement system diagnosis/ prognosis, and management of these individuals. This approach will guide students to integrate their knowledge of a patient’s neurologic health condition with data derived from the patient’s medical history, relevant standardized tests and measures, and functional task analyses, enabling them to develop and evaluate causal hypotheses and generate goals addressing body structure/ function impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. Design, progression, and outcomes assessment of the physical therapy plan of care will be considered, guided by current concepts of neuroplasticity and neurotherapeutics. A holistic, interdisciplinary team approach to neurorehabilitation will be emphasized. Prerequisites: Successful completion of year 1 coursework or authorization by Program Director
This didactic and laboratory-based course continues to build on the principles of motor control and neuroscience previously taught, and expands on concepts introduced in PDPT 630. This course will focus on the application of a systematic clinical decision-making approach to the physical therapy care of adults with neurologic health conditions resulting from specific acquired disorders of both the central and peripheral nervous systems. Students will be required to integrate their knowledge of current evidence addressing each neurologic disease / disorder with the patient’s medical history, interdisciplinary examination findings, and results of tests and measures examining body structure / function impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. Clinical decisions addressing the areas of examination, movement system diagnosis, goal-setting, design and progression of the physical therapy plan of care, and outcomes assessment will be considered as they relate to each health condition. Prerequisites: Successful completion of PDPT 630
This course prepares students for interactions with patients and medical providers in primary care. Students integrate knowledge of laboratory tests, clinical examination, medical imaging and collaboration with other health professionals to develop a diagnosis in the primary care environment. Students learn a systems approach to differential diagnosis for common health conditions. Students learn guidelines for when medical imaging informs clinical decisions along with laboratory and medical tests, and appropriate referral. Students discuss how to apply this knowledge in consultations with other health professionals, including interdisciplinary guest lecturers, in primary care to develop diagnoses and management plans for a person-centered approach to care. Hands-on lab sessions will include palpation and observation directed towards all of these goals. Prerequisites: PDPT-570 Applied Physiology, PDPT-573 Pathophysiology, PDPT-610 Pharmacology
This course addresses the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention of orthopedic/musculoskeletal injuries of the upper and lower extremities. Medical screening and differential diagnosis will also be covered. Students will plan, initiate, develop, and implement appropriate therapeutic treatments including manual techniques, outcome assessment, and patient education. This course will also consist of laboratory sessions where the students must demonstrate techniques under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 1 or authorized by program director
This course addresses the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention of orthopedic/musculoskeletal injuries of the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and pelvic regions as well as TMJ. Students will plan, initiate, develop, and implement appropriate therapeutic treatments including manual techniques, outcome assessment, and patient education. This course will also consist of laboratory sessions where the students must demonstrate techniques under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisites: Successful completion of PDPT650
This course covers the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention for individuals with upper and lower limb amputations or impairments requiring external stabilization such as orthotics, splints, or prosthetics. This course will also consist of laboratory sessions where the students must demonstrate techniques under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 1 or authorized by program director
Students receive instruction in the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention of children with musculoskeletal and neuromuscular disorders. Emphasis will be placed on school-based practice, early intervention, age-specific standardized developmental tests and assessments, and the psychosocial needs of the child and family. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 1 or authorized by program director
This course is a 6-week full-time clinical education experience. Students will be under direct supervision of a clinical instructor at an assigned physical therapy facility. Clinical sites vary in their location and it is the student’s responsibility for all incurred travel and living expenses. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all prior didactic and clinical coursework.
This course covers professional licensure, comprehensive examination, preparation for the national exam, continuing education requirements, and post-graduate opportunities in teaching and research. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 2 or authorized by program director
This course focuses on evidence-based theories and skills to advance person-centered clinical reasoning. Current best evidence for the physiologic connection between psychosocial factors and healing will be reviewed. Students build on previous courses that introduced person centered communication skills and theories that include motivational interviewing, goal setting, patient education and behavior change. These skills and theories are then applied to chronic pain and other special health conditions influenced by a variety of social determinants of health.
In this course students will develop a scholarly professional research project. The professional research project may take the form of: assisting faculty in their on-going research, developing and delivering an educational program for a specific audience, evidence-based clinical research, patient-related outcomes research, and other projects proposed by the faculty research advisor. Prerequisites: PDPT-529 Evidence Based Practice & Clinical Decision Making
In this course students will develop a scholarly professional research project. The professional research project may take the form of: assisting faculty in their on-going research, developing and delivering an educational program for a specific audience, evidence-based clinical research, patient-related outcomes research, and other projects proposed by the student which is agreed upon by their faculty research advisor. Prerequisites: Successful completion of prior coursework or authorized by program director
Students complete a scholarly professional research project. The professional research project may take the form of: assisting faculty in their on-going research, developing and delivering an educational program for a specific audience, evidence-based clinical research, patient-related outcomes research, and other projects proposed by the faculty research advisor. The class culminates in a research symposium presenting the student/faculty research projects to the community. Prerequisites: PDPT-751 Professional Research Project II
This course is an 8-week full-time clinical education experience. Students will be under direct supervision of a clinical instructor at an assigned physical therapy facility. Clinical sites vary in their location and it is the student’s responsibility for all incurred travel and living expenses. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all prior didactic and clinical coursework.
Complete the following:
This course introduces students to various aspects of physical therapy practice management. Topics include: demographic analysis and feasibility study, business plan design, contract negotiation, marketing strategies and practice building, daily operations, billing and productivity, liability, personnel management, human resources and community service. Elements unique to private practice, hospital and skilled care facilities will be analyzed. Current topics in government health care policy will be discussed. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 2 or authorized by program director
Students receive instruction in topics of current interest and provide advanced study in specific areas such as running, orthotics, casting and bracing for pediatrics, 3-D motion analysis, footwear design, endurance training, athletic taping, educational strategies, fatigue, and other areas related to physical therapy. Prerequisites: Successful completion of coursework year 2 or authorized by program director
This course is a 9 week full time clinical experience split across two semesters. Students will be under direct supervision of a clinical instructor at an assigned outpatient physical therapy clinic, rehabilitation clinic, pediatric facility, or acute care facility. Clinical sites vary in their location and it is the student’s responsibility for travel and living expenses if they occur. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PDPT 780
This course is a 10-week full-time clinical education experience. Students will be under direct supervision of a clinical instructor at an assigned physical therapy facility. Clinical sites vary in their location and it is the student’s responsibility for all incurred travel and living expenses. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all prior didactic and clinical coursework.