Curriculum
The t-DPT program will require 15 to 21 credits. The program must be completed within three years of matriculation. Students will be required to complete:
- 12 credits of core courses comprised of two classes in evidence-based practice, a class in applied exercise physiology, and a class in physical therapy evaluation in the direct access setting.
- three to nine credits of elective course work, depending on matriculation status.
- For students with a master’s degree in physical therapy, a minimum of two elective courses.
- For all other students, a minimum of four elective courses.
Required core courses for the t-DPT program
| credits | |
| PHTY 603 Evidence-Based Practice I | 3 |
| PHTY 604 Evidence-Based Practice II | 4 |
| PHTY 610 Physical Therapy Evaluation in the Direct Access Setting | 2 |
| PHTY 503 Applied Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
| Elective courses for the t-DPT program | |
| credits | |
| PHTY 615 Pharmacology | 1 |
| PHTY 617 t-DPT Gross Anatomy | 3 |
| PHTY 614 Evidence for Neurologic Practice | 2 |
| PHTY 613 Evidence for Orthopedic Practice | 2 |
| PHTY 616 Evidence for Tissue Healing and Therapeutic Modalities | 2 |
| Total | 3-9 |