Drexel University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.H.S.;, D.P.T.;Post-Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy;PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences, Certificate in Advanced Practice in Hand and Upper Quarter Rehabilitation;

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Programs in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences offer both entry-level education for career preparation as a physical therapist as well as post-professional education for individuals interested in leadership positions in clinical practice, education or research.
The entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (DPT) is 31 months. The DPT degree is awarded upon successful completion of the academic and clinical course work including a clinical internship.
The DPT curriculum follows a problem solving, student self-directed learning approach emphasizing critical thinking for differential diagnosis, evidence-based practice and outcome assessment. Opportunity exists to work with faculty and PhD students on collaborative research and teaching projects. Students graduate with entry-level competencies and advanced knowledge as a result of a progressive curriculum that has clinical education integrated through out all two-and-a-half years including a 12-week clinical internship. Students use healthcare technology such as personal digital assistants and Drexel's standardized patient lab to enhance their learning experience.
The PhD Program prepares individuals for leadership, teaching and research roles in the profession.
The Post-Professional Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) is intended to augment knowledge, skills, and behaviors attained in initial professional education to the standards required for the professional entry-level DPT. This includes current approaches in examination, diagnosis, and prognosis; clinical competence consistent with the preferred outcomes of evidence-based practice; and an increase role in prevention, wellness, and health promotion.
The Certificate Program in Hand and Upper Quarter Rehabilitation is designed for practicing clinicians in physical therapy or occupational therapy who wish to gain advanced understanding of the upper quarter, including the cervical spine, shoulder, e

Accreditation:

The program has been and is currently fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education

Eligibility Requirements:

PT Supplemental
Essay
Resume
Documented work or volunteer experience
(no specific number of hours or form are required. Work/volunteer experience may be reflected in resume, PT letter of reference, and/or essay)
Three letters of recommendation
(no form is required; a letter of recommendation is sufficient; may be addressed to the Admissions Committee or ‘To Whom It May Concern’)
• One letter is required from an academic source
• One letter is required from a physical therapist
• Other

International Student Requirements:

WES transcript evaluation TOEFL

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above