Post-Professional Graduate Program: About the Program

The Post-Professional Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences is designed to prepare physical therapists and other professionals for leadership roles in practice, education and research. The Post-Professional Graduate Program is based on the perspective that adult learning formats, student interaction, and faculty mentorship promote the development of competencies in scholarship, research and education. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and application of course content in ways that are consistent with how information is used in practice, education, and research. Students are encouraged to share and expand on their professional experiences and skills as part of the learning process.

The following certificates and degrees are offered:

Certificate in Advanced Practice in Hand and Upper Quarter Rehabilitation (for physical therapists and occupational therapists)

Post-Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) (for U.S. licensed physical therapists)

Doctor of Philsophy (PhD) (with concentration areas in: Pediatrics, Movement Science and Orthopedics)