Arcadia's Physical Therapy graduates are leaders—expert clinicians, educators, researchers, practice owners/managers, authors and legislative liaisons—maintaining the integrity of the profession, advancing knowledge and impacting rehabilitation and wellness.

Arcadia is ranked 7th among the 211 accredited graduate PT programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and is the first program in Pennsylvania to offer both the entry-level and transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy programs.

Elon’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program is built on solid principles of science and research. At the same time, we recognize a quality physical therapist is more than just a clinician. That’s why we are deliberate in our instruction of such values as compassion, listening, respect, organization and communication. The three-year, full-time program focuses on critical thinking, with an emphasis on treating the patient as a whole person with physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs.

Highlights of the Phila U OTA Studies program

Experience Philadelphia University’s Signature Learning with its emphasis on accelerated, experiential, self-directed learning guided by faculty and mentors in the profession.

• OTA courses are taught in an evening accelerated format supported by on-line learning. Terms run eight weeks with five terms scheduled each year. Fall term is the entry into the Program.
  • Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • Lectures 2 evenings per week; labs on Saturday morning.
• Preparation for a successful career through creative interdisciplinary collaborative experiences with students in Philadelphia University Schools of Science and Health, Architecture, and Design.
• Classroom activity focuses on discussion, role playing and hands-on experiences guided by faculty and mentors in the profession creating enhanced opportunities for students to practice their skills, ask questions and learn.
• Clinical component: 5 clinical placements during the program – 2 full time and 3 part-time.
• The final two terms consist of two eight-week, full-time clinical placements.
• 3 different terms include observations at clinical sites, 36 hours each term.
• Enhanced  scholarship and tuition discount opportunities available through Genesis Rehab Services by special arrangement

The need for physical therapists is expected to grow exponentially through 2014, as more individuals with disabilities or limited functioning demand therapy services. The Doctor of Physical Therapy program (D.P.T.) in the School of Health and Medical Sciences provides real-world learning for students and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

Physical therapists are clinicians who work with patients to alleviate pain and prevent the onset and progression of impairment, functional limitation, disability or changes in physical function and health status. A four-year (full-time) program, the Doctor of Physical Therapy prepares entry-level practitioners to critically analyze and convey information to patients, colleagues and health professionals, as well as adapt to the rapid changes in the profession and the healthcare delivery system. The comprehensive 120-credit program is supported by doctoral faculty who educate students to become autonomous practitioners.

The mission of the Physical Therapy Division of The Ohio State University is to create the future of physical therapy through discovery, leadership, and education. Our vision is that the Physical Therapy Division of The Ohio State University will be among the nation's truly great physical therapy programs.

The Core Values of the Physical Therapy Division include:

Excellence
We pursue and expect excellence in what we do and how we do it.

Discovery
The prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of movement dysfunctions are pursued though our cutting-edge research.

Professionalism
Integrity, teamwork, diversity, and respect are integral to being part of the physical therapy program at The Ohio State University.

Evidence-based practice
We expect that our students use the best available evidence, combined with critical thinking, problem solving skills and patient values, when making physical therapy practice decisions.

Lifelong learning
We strive to instill in our students a lifelong love of learning.

Service
We are dedicated to, and enriched by, the outreach mission of Ohio State as a land-grant university.  Our service takes a variety of forms and approaches to provide education and hands-on assistance to benefit our local community, the people of Ohio, and ultimately the people of the world.

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is accredited by the Commission on Acreditation in Physical Therapy Education, 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA  22314-1488

The University of Maryland School of Medicine's Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science (PTRS) develops physical therapist practitioners and scholars to restore physical function and performance, prevent physical injury and disease and promote physical wellness.