Classes of 2022 and 2023

TRIMESTER ONE

DPT 6100 Professional Competencies I (1 sem credit)

Prerequisite: Admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Introduces students to professional roles and responsibilities of the physical therapist in healthcare. Integrates emotional/social intelligence, concepts of flourishing, learning theories, learning styles, characteristics of learners through the lifespan, and literacy and communication issues for patients. Prepares students for the professional curriculum and clinical practice as life-long learners.

DPT 6200 Evidence Based Practice I (2 sem credits)

Prerequisite: Admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Introduces general research and evidence-based principles by exploring research methodologies used in health care research. Examines the formulation of clinical questions, searches appropriate literature sources, and critically appraises the evidence. Addresses literature searches and evidence based analysis of research with emphasis on clinical decision-making.

DPT 6300 Human Physiology (3 sem credits)

Prerequisite: Admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Studies medical physiologic principles necessary for physical activity and the associated effects of physical activity on health and wellness across the lifespan. Explores the physiology and pathophysiology of the cellular, integumentary, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems.

DPT 6310 Health Promotion and Fitness Management (3 sem credits)

Prerequisite: Admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Introduces patient-centered care that includes components of prevention, health promotion, wellness, and fitness. Students will explore the various domains and influencers of health while identifying appropriate screening/testing procedures, individual patient/client needs, and applicability to care, as well as targeted interventions at the individual and community level.

DPT 6390 Movement Science (3 sem credits)

Prerequisite: Admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Studies the foundations and clinical relevance of motor control, motor learning. normal and abnormal gait, and movement analysis constructs. Emphasis is on the integration of theory, structured movement analysis of activities performed in daily life, and the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model to inform clinical decision making in physical therapist practice.

DPT 6400 Physical Therapy Fundamentals (4 sem credits)

Prerequisite: Admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Introduces fundamental physical therapy skills for various clinical settings and a patient management framework used throughout the curriculum. Lab activities focus on psychomotor skills including goniometry, range of motion, muscle testing, and anthropometric measures. Presents techniques for documentation, medical reviews, examination tests and measures, and measuring patient outcomes.

DPT 6410 Human Anatomy I (4 sem credits)

Prerequisite: Admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Introduces foundational knowledge of gross anatomy and neuroanatomy. Explores clinical application of embryology, histology, and function anatomy related to human movement across the lifespan. Laboratory experiences include 3-dimensional anatomy software, living/surface anatomy, and synthetic human anatomical models. Anatomical regions covered include lumbar spine, pelvis, and lower extremities.

DPT 6430 Human Anatomy II (4 sem credits)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPT 6410 Human Anatomy I

Expands foundational knowledge of gross anatomy and neuroanatomy. Explores clinical application of embryology, histology, and function anatomy relation to human movement across the lifespan. Laboratory experiences include 3-dimensional anatomy software, living/surface anatomy, and synthetic human anatomical models. Anatomical regions covered include cervical/thoracic spines, thorax, and upper extremities.