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Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT) Degrees
Online Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT) Degrees from accredited universities and colleges. |
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT)
(Post-Professional)
Online Program
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT)
Online Degree Program
All of the graduate programs in BU's College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College have been ranked within the top 15 percent in the U.S.
tDPT Program Mission Statement
The tDPT program at Boston University College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College prepares graduates to function as independent practitioners and critical thinkers in a changing society and healthcare environment. The transitional DPT curriculum is an individualized learning plan designed to augment an applicant's current knowledge (gained through professional and continuing education, as well as experiential learning) to a level consistent with the current entry-level DPT academic standards.
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy
As academic programs convert to an entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and more graduates enter the work force with a DPT, this innovative, distance education program is designed to meet the needs of current practicing clinicians.
The tDPT program bridges the gap between BS/MS degree entry-level practitioners and the current DPT entry-level graduate, offering an opportunity to complement current knowledge and skills with advanced content designed to promote a high level of competence and autonomy.
Built specifically for practicing physical therapy professionals, this distance education program is designed to accommodate your demanding work and home-life schedules, offering both flexibility and access to the finest curriculum available.
About the Program
The tDPT program emphasizes the analytic processes of diagnosis and prognosis, both of which are critical for independent practice. This program is available to all qualified physical therapy graduates of accredited programs who are licensed physical therapists in the United States. The distance education curriculum is the same as the on-campus curriculum; you will learn the same material and receive the same degree as on-campus students.
Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Boston University —
Unparalleled in the field of Physical Therapy
By 2020, physical therapy will be provided by physical therapists who are doctors of physical therapy and consumers will have direct acess to therapists, allowing them to choose the most appropriate provider for the treatment and prevention of disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system.
The good news is that one of the most prestigious transitional DPT degrees in the nation can be yours in 16 months--online. This distinguished program, offering both flexibility and an outstanding curriculum, is being offered by BU Sargent College, one of the leading universities in the United States.
The Time to Get your DPT is Now
The transitional DPT program bridges the gap between BS/MS degree entry-level practitioners and the current DPT entry-level graduate.
According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), "When the demand for the transitional DPT is essentially met, transitional DPT programs will no longer have the necessary economic incentive to remain in operation."
Transitional DPT programs, such as this at Boston University, will only be available for a limited time. It is important for physical therapists in clinical practice to enter a program as soon as possible. Our distance education learning program was designed to meet this need while allowing clinicians to maintain their practice and avoid disrupting their family and personal lives.
Courses in the Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT) Program
The transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy program consists of 22 credits, or 8 courses. Students will take two courses per semester and can complete the program within 16 months. Students can conveniently begin the program at one of six entry points within the year during spring, summer or fall.
- HP561: Evidence Based Practice
- HP650: Healthcare Management I
- HP720: Educational Theory and Practice
- HP770: Healthcare Management II
- PT610: Health Promotion and Wellness
- PT634: Diagnostic Procedures for Rehabilitation Professionals
- PT773: Comprehensive Clinical Reasoning
- PT780: Academic Practicum
Boston University, including Boston University College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. Professional programs at BU Sargent College are accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE), and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) does not review or accredit transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy programs. |
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT)
(Post-Professional)
Online Program
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT)
Online Degree Program
tDPT Program Overview
The transitional D.P.T. program is designed for practicing physical therapists already holding a bachelors or masters degree who wish to enhance their skills and professional status. The length of each student's plan of study depends upon their current level of education, experience, and skills as determined by an evaluation based on an extesive portfolio. All plans of study include pharmacology, radiology, evidence-based practice, and differential diagnosis.
The program uses the Internet to provide frequent, high-quality peer/faculty interaction. All course information is posted on the Internet web site, a centralized interaction portal for students, instructors, facilitators, and program administrators. This includes all assignments and quizzes. It also contains bulletin boards (forums), and direct e-mail to the faculty and staff. The curriculum includes integrated clinical practice experiences to supplement and enhance online instructions.
Courses in the Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT) Program
The transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy program consists of 22 credits, or 8 courses. Students will take two courses per semester and can complete the program within 16 months. Students can conveniently begin the program at one of six entry points within the year during spring, summer or fall.
- HP 800 Medical Informatics
- PT 801 Neuromuscular Physical Therapy
- PT 802 Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
- PT 803 Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy
- PT 804 Integumentary Physical Therapy
- PT 806 Pharmacology
- PT 807 Radiology and Imaging
- HP 808 Statistics
- HP 809 Quantitative Research Methods and Designs
- HP 811 Evidence-Based Practice in Physical Therapy 1
- HP 812 Evidence-Based Practice 2
- HP 813 Educational Theory and Practices
- HP 814 Issues in Diverse Populations and Settings
- HP 815 Health and Wellness
A.T. Still University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The residential Doctor of Physical Theray program is accredited by the Commission of Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of American Physical Therapy Association. The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) does not review or accredit transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy programs. |
Transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy (tDPT)
(Post-Professional)
Online Program
Transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy (tDPT)
Online Degree Program
Licensed Physical Therapists now have the opportunity to earn a post-professional Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Utica College through this innovative online program. Courses are all taught by qualified and experienced clinicians and are taken online in addition to one campus residency.
About the tDPT Program
Our online Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy program is designed to accommodate your demanding work and home-life schedules by giving you the flexibility to access the finest curriculum available wherever you are in the world.
Designed specifically for licensed physical therapy professionals with BS/MS degree credentials, the online tDPT curriculum covers a wide range of topics to include:
- Foundations of Autonomous Practice
- Prevention and Wellness
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Pharmacology and Pathophysiology
- Global Health Care Issues
At Utica College, you will be taught and mentored by qualified and experienced clinicians with real world experience. The online tDPT program is competitively priced and our online classes are small, allowing students and faculty to work together closely in a virtual atmosphere designed to promote personal and professional development. The tDPT reflects the culmination of a comprehensive program and the fulfillment of the highest standards of clinical performance in professional practice, and prepares you to thrive as an autonomous practitioner in an evolving society and direct-access healthcare environment. Our curriculum is designed to augment your current knowledge, gained through a traditional physical therapy education (prior to the advent of doctoral-level preparation), with content that is now included in entry-level preparation. It builds on the skills, knowledge, and experience of practicing clinicians and entitles graduates to the title of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).
Courses in the Transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy program include:
- Foundation of Autonomous Practice
- Prevention and Wellness
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Pharmacology and Pathophysiology
- Global Health Care Issues
Utica College is accredited by The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) does not review or accredit transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy programs. |
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