Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Campus Full Time
Delivery
Campus
Study mode
Full Time
Starts
September, January, May

Introduction

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is a program taught at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, USA. Intake: September, January, May. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2.3 years (7 trimesters) or 3 years (9 trimesters)) options.

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is an integrated curriculum delivered across 7 trimesters for the Residential pathway and 9 trimesters for the Flex pathway. The Hybrid Immersion pathway is delivered in 7 trimesters. Students complete an Integrated Foundational Sciences course covering anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, and biomechanics, along with professional formation, health promotion, and clinical lab experiences, plus elective options in Sports Therapy, Neurology, Pelvic Health, Manual Therapy, and Business Leadership.

Instruction combines coursework with practical experience. Residential DPT uses on-campus weekday classes and labs with some online coursework. Hybrid Immersion uses online coursework with live virtual weekday sessions and includes on-campus lab immersions. Flex uses online coursework with live virtual evening/weekend sessions and on-campus labs on select weekends. The curriculum includes clinical simulations, pro bono clinical experiences, and faculty mentoring, supported by immersive learning experiences in early trimesters.

The program includes clinical placements in dedicated rehab-focused settings supported through the Centers for Innovative Clinical Practice. Students also participate in clinical experiences with clinical partners and pro bono clinics. The degree is designed for students who want to prepare to launch a career as a physical therapist, with specialization through DPT electives and micro-credentials.

Modules

  • PHT 5117C - Integrated Foundational Sciences
  • PHT 5161 - Professional Formation I
  • PHT 5162C - Health Promotion, Fitness, and Wellness
  • PHT 5166C - Integrated Clinical Lab I
  • PHT 5128 - Teaching and Learning in Physical Therapy
  • PHT 5139 - Fundamentals of Physical Therapy
  • PHT 5151 - Societal Health & Healthcare Systems
  • PHT 5156 - Evidence-Informed Practice

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences as pre-requiste for admission in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).

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Courses Units

Scholarships

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.