Doctor of Physical Therapy

* The program continues to seek candidacy status from CAPTE. Initial candidacy was denied but the program will seek reconsideration. All updates on candidacy status will be posted for the developing DPT Program at ISU.

Indiana State University Physical Therapy Program will be seeking developing status in the near future. All updates will be posted, please check back for the program start dates.

Physical Therapy Program director position Available (see posting)

Program Mission

The mission of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program is to provide a supportive, student-focused learning environment that encourages and educates individuals to become compassionate, clinically and culturally competent licensed physical therapists. These autonomous therapists will possess a desire for life-long learning and service, and will utilize evidence-based outcome oriented medicine to contribute positively to the dynamic health care needs of rural and underserved populations.

Program GOALS

  

Graduates of the Indiana State University Doctor of Physical Therapy program will be prepared to provide competent healthcare through having the skills needed to effectively examine, evaluate, diagnose, and provide appropriate interventions for clients with all levels of physical impairments. The specific degree objectives include:

  • critical thinking knowledge in the areas of biological, behavioral, and clinical sciences that allow for clinical decision making;

  • the ability to demonstrate professional and ethical behavior;

  • skills needed to provide guidance and intervention in the promotion of wellness, health promotion, and enhancement of physical performance to local communities including the rural and underserved;

  • the ability to provide safe and effective standards of care to diverse populations;

  • effective communication skills, both oral and written, for clear interaction with clients, families, colleagues, and the general public;

  • skills needed to plan and execute research, disseminate research findings, and critically evaluate professional literature to apply and promote evidence-based practice; and

  • continuing personal and professional growth to maintain professionalism, advance career development and contribute to the development of the profession.

Dr. Timothy Demchak

Program ADMISSIONS

Applicants are encouraged to complete as many prerequisite courses as possible prior to submitting the online application for admission. Please note that prospective students may submit an application while enrolled in the prerequisites, but all courses must be completed prior to starting the DPT program and be completed within the past 7 years. A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university is required for admission into the physical therapy program. The degree can be in any field; however, coursework must include (either as part of the degree requirements or in addition to the requirements) the following pre-requisites:

Additional Admission Requirements. Applicants must meet the admission requirements for the College of Graduate and Professional Studies. Admission into the physical therapy program will also require the following:

 

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The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time. 

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