Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Santo Tomas is a four-year program offered by the College of Rehabilitation Sciences – Department of Physical Therapy. It trains students to provide services that develop, maintain, and restore movement and functional ability, with a focus on promotion, prevention, treatment/intervention, habilitation, and rehabilitation across the lifespan.

The program culminates in a comprehensive internship program where students work within health spheres under supervision by licensed professionals. Learning includes theoretical input and practical applications through laboratory facilities. Support services for students include academic, spiritual, and wellness concerns, with online services used when the university shifted to distance learning.

Modules

• PT 1011 Human Anatomy
• PT 1011L Human Anatomy (Laboratory)
• PT 1012 Introduction to Physical Therapy
• PT 1012L Introduction to Physical Therapy (Laboratory)
• PT 1013 Integrative System Physiology
• PT 1013L Integrative System Physiology (Laboratory)
• PT 1014 Kinesiology and Biomechanics
• PT 1014L Kinesiology and Biomechanics (Laboratory)
• PT 1015 Medical and Surgical Foundations 1
• PT 1016 Organ System Anatomy
• PT 1016L Organ System Anatomy (Laboratory)
• PT 10127 Exercise Modalities

• Physical Therapy Clinician: hospitals, clinics, private practice, home health care services, athletic and sports training facilities, hospices, skilled nursing facilities, corporate and industrial settings
• Educator: academe, clinical, research, or community settings
• Researcher
• Consultant: health and wellness promotion, disability prevention/management/rehabilitation program, accessibility and advocacy