Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

 

DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAM (D.P.T.)

Dr. Barbara Gresham, Program Director

Accreditation Statement:

 

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave Suite 100, Alexandria, VA, 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email:accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call (254) 295-4940 or email bgresham@umhb.edu.

 

Program Vision

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program aspires to be recognized as the program of choice for individuals seeking to become competent, effective and ethical physical therapy practitioners with a foundation based in Christian principles and values.

Program Mission

The mission of the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is to prepare Doctors of Physical Therapy who demonstrate excellence in clinical practice as they collaborate with the interprofessional health care team, contribute to critical inquiry, advance societal health and wellness, advocate to promote change, and serve as leaders within the profession and community.  Addressing the needs of underserved communities in a global society is a guiding principle for program faculty, staff, students and graduates.  The program is offered in a Christian environment led by faculty who teach and mentor with integrity, sensitivity and a commitment to excellence.

Program Goals

The Program will:
1. provide an innovative and dynamic curriculum that reflects contemporary practice and includes interprofessional and service learning.

2. promote and support diversity in all aspects of the program.

3. collaborate with local clinicians to promote continued competence for physical therapists within the community.

4. address the health and wellness needs of the community.

5. promote and support faculty and student development and leadership opportunities.

Faculty will:
6. model professional behaviors that reflect commitment to service to the institution, profession and community.

7. maintain currency in physical therapy practice to contribute to an evidence informed contemporary curriculum.

8. participate in scholarly activities to advance the teaching, research, and practice of physical therapy through rigorous inquiry.

Students will:
9. demonstrate entry-level competency in clinical practice by the end of the program.

10. complete the requirements for the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

11. demonstrate a commitment to service through community engagement.

12. demonstrate a commitment to the profession of physical therapy.

13. contribute to the body of knowledge in physical therapy.

Graduates will:

14. demonstrate competent, effective and ethical practice with consideration for serving underserved communities.

15. serve as leaders within clinical practice, the profession, and the community.

Program Entrance Requirements

  • The Doctor of Physical Therapy program participates in the Physical Therapy Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). All application materials must be submitted through PTCAS at www.ptcas.org
  • Submit official transcript of a completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a minimum grade-point average of
               a) 3.2 on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 hours of the Bachelor's or relevant graduate degree
               b) 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for prerequisite courses with a minimum of a C in each course
  • Submit resume or curriculum vita documenting educational background, work experience, extracurricular activities, and volunteer or community service
  • Submit verification of a minimum of 40 hours of volunteer/observation experience in each of two different physical therapy settings (a total minimum of 80 hours)
  • Arrange for submission of three recommendation forms; two recommendation forms must be from physical therapists (PT) in different settings where volunteer/observation experience was obtained
  • Interview (by invitation) with members of the DPT Admissions Committee
  • Compose an essay response to a physical therapy related prompt (Interview and essay will be completed on the same day). Applicants needing to request accommodations for the essay should contact UMHB Disability Services. 

Program Lab/Classroom Activities

Students will practice various therapeutic techniques during required lab and, occasionally, lecture or classroom courses. In order to provide students both a complete perspective on various therapies and the opportunity to practice, students are expected to practice physical therapy techniques on one another. Any required participation in such exercises will be under the supervision of university faculty, instructors, or clinicians. Any student admitted to the program who is uncomfortable with any classroom or lab activity should discuss his or her concern with the DPT Program Director.

 

Requirements for Graduation

In order to graduate from the DPT program, students must meet the following requirements:

  • Successfully complete all coursework with a grade of “C” or better and maintain a 3.00 GPA
  • Complete two comprehensive examinations and any required guided study activities
  • Complete a professional portfolio presentation          
  • Present research group findings in an approved format
  • Complete a total of 60 hours of volunteer/service learning activities approved by the program
  • Complete the IPE Core Curriculum and at least 2 IPE electives

Curriculum (107 hours)

 

 

 

Degree Requirements

UMHB DPT CURRICULUM

 

 

Fall Semester 1st Year

 
PHTH 7711Human Anatomy

7

PHTH 7412Functional Anatomy

4

PHTH 7313Applied Physiology I

3

PHTH 7314Introduction to Patient Management

3

PHTH 7126Evidence Based Practice

1

Total Credit Hours:18

Spring Semester 1st Year

PHTH 7421Clinical Neuroscience

4

PHTH 7422Therapeutic Interventions

4

PHTH 7423Applied Physiology II

4

PHTH 7424Examination and Evaluation

4

PHTH 7115Introduction to Professional Practice

1

PHTH 7137Critical Inquiry I

1

Total Credit Hours:18

Summer Semester 1st Year

PHTH 7331Musculoskeletal Rehab I

3

PHTH 7325Development of Human Movement

3

PHTH 7335Integumentary Dysfunction and Physical Agents

3

PHTH 7333Professional Communications and Pyschosocial/Considerations

3

PHTH 7148Critical Inquiry II

1

Total Credit Hours:13

Fall Semester 2nd Year

PHTH 7441Cardiopulmonary and Acute Care Management

4

PHTH 7442Musculoskeletal Rehab II

4

PHTH 7435Neuromuscular Rehab I

4

PHTH 7244Geriatrics

2

PHTH 7245Health Policy

2

PHTH 7146Issues in Underserved Communities

1

PHTH 7136Clinical Practicum

1

PHTH 7156Critical Inquiry III

1

Total Credit Hours:19

Spring Semester 2nd Year

PHTH 7751Professional Experience I

7

PHTH 7345Neuromuscular Rehab II

3

PHTH 7356Management of Special Populations

3

PHTH 7254Pediatrics

2

PHTH 7255Care Delivery & Practice Management

2

Total Credit Hours:17

Summer Semester 2nd Year

PHTH 7961Professional Experience II

9

PHTH 7162Wellness and Health Promotion

1

PHTH 7191Special Topics

1

Total Credit Hours:10-12

Fall Semester 3rd Year

PHTH 7971Professional Experience III

9

PHTH 7172Professional Seminar

1

PHTH 7191Special Topics

1

Total Credit Hours:10-12