The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) for Practicing Physical Therapists, led by Program Director Dr. Wen Ling, prepares licensed PTs to take their knowledge base to the next level. The degree’s course of study is flexible, with full-time and part-time options open to physical therapists licensed in the US and foreign countries.
The goal of this unique doctorate is to provide practicing physical therapists with the clinical, research application, and business skills needed to thrive as practitioners.
As a DPT student, you will have the opportunity to increase your knowledge and skills in:
Clinical work - Work as an autonomous practitioner with enhanced skills in examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention
Research Application - Increase your ability to practice based on evidence
Management - Better manage physical therapy services by analyzing current business, legal, and ethical issues in physical therapy practice
Fitness and Wellness - Deliver fitness and wellness programs that promote the health of the general public
Careers and Outcomes
Graduates of the NYU Steinhardt DPT are rigorously trained to develop strong clinical skills that enhance their expertise in physical therapy care and management.
Upon graduation, you will be prepared to work in a number of areas as a clinician and academic in health care facilities, universities, hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, schools for children with physically disabling conditions, nursing homes, and private practices both in the US and abroad.
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3 Septiembre 2024
Steinhardt School of Culture Education and Human Development
383 Lafayette Street,
New York,
10003, United States
In order to be considered for admission to this program, you are required to have:
Licensure as a physical therapist
A bachelor's degree in physical therapy (or the equivalent international credentials)
Test of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TOEFL): Scores are valid for two years from the date taken. Successful candidates score a 100 on the Internet based exam or 600 on the paper based exam.
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Official scores are valid for two years from the date taken. Successful candidates achieve a band score of 7.
Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): Official scores are valid for two years from the date taken. Successful candidates score a 68 to 70.
Application Deadline: Fall - February 1; Spring - November 1
Puede haber diferentes requisitos de IELTS en función del curso elegido.
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