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Frequently Asked Questions?
Why a Clinical Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy?
Why Study Physical Therapy at University of Dayton?
What is Problem Based Learning?
What percentage of the faculty have doctorate degrees?
Are the Physical Therapy faculty involved in current research?
Are students involved in research?
What is the average class size?
How long is your program?
What is the required GPA and GRE of students applying?
When do I need to complete my prerequisite coursework?
How many hours of Clinical Observation is required?
Can I take the PT prerequisite courses at your institution?
Can I take PT perquisite courses at a community college or any other University?
Is there an application deadline?
Will I be able to work while I'm in school?
Is there on Campus housing?
What is the job placement rate?
How do I get an application?
If I would like to visit your campus, whom should I contact?
Why a Clinical Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy?
According to the American Physical Therapy Assoc. (APTA), the
projected future of the profession is that "by 2020, physical therapy will be
provided by physical therapists that are doctors of physical therapy. Earning a
clinical degree or doctorate puts you on the cutting edge of this trend.
Perceived Benefits: (from APTA Website)
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Professional
(entry-level) DPT programs more accurately reflect the scope, depth,
breadth, and rigor of the high-quality education preparation needed for
current and future practice;
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The
professional (entry-level) DPT program offers a sound educational
background that should better equip the graduate to enter clinical
practice able to examine, evaluate, diagnose, prognose, and intervene in
the management of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities
of the cardiopulmonary, musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and
integumentary systems;
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The DPT degree
will better facilitate the consumer's recognition of the physical
therapist as a fully autonomous health care practitioner who is a point
of entry into the health care system;
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The DPT degree
will better facilitate interactions with medical colleagues on an equal
basis;
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The
professional (entry-level) DPT program offers greater knowledge, skills,
and behaviors related to the administration and business aspects of
physical therapy practice;
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Assuming an
uncertain and unpredictable future, the DPT degree positions the
physical therapist to advocate and negotiate more successfully on behalf
of high-quality health care, the consumer, and the profession.
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Why Study Physical
Therapy at the University of Dayton?
The
University of Dayton offers a clinical entry-level doctorate in physical
therapy. This program prepares students to take the physical therapists
licensure exam and to work as a member of the healthcare team. The DPT program
is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy
Education (CAPTE) and the Ohio Board of Regents (OBR).
While you
can receive quality PT education at many of schools across the nation, there are
three very important features built in to our entry-level program that sets us
apart:
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A Christian
approach to healthcare:
Everything we do is integrated with our mission of Uniting Christianity
with Healthcare Education. Every aspect of learning and interaction with
faculty and clinicians is integrated with the goal to serve more than
just the physical needs of patients.
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Non-competitive
Learning environment:
UD DPT students are not in competition with any classmate for grades or
ranking. Class members are encouraged to be supportive and help each
other succeed. We believe this not only reflects our Christian
philosophy of education but is also more representative of clinical
expectations after graduation.
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Caring Family-like
atmosphere
Our faculty, staff, and students care about each other. You will be
surrounded by people who want you to succeed. It's satisfying to know
that even though you will be investing a considerable amount of time,
money, and energy into your professional education, you will have a
support system.
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What is Problem Based Learning?
Problem Based Learning is a case focused, small group
learning format that facilitates the student's ability to identify, utilize, and
manage learning resources and contributes to a smooth transition from the
classroom to the clinic. While the entire curriculum is not intended to be
problem-based, the problem-based learning philosophy is at the core of all
decisions made with respect to the curriculum. The reasons for selecting the self-directed, small
group, problem-based learning format of instruction, are: the desire to
accommodate the adult learner; to provide integrated “real world” units of
instruction; to facilitate the student’s ability to identify, utilize and manage
learning resources; to facilitate a smooth transition from the classroom to the
clinic; to assist the student in the development of self and peer appraisal
skills; to provide an intimate and enjoyable learning environment that requires
student accountability and ownership of learning; to foster the development of
lifelong learning skills; and to enhance the development of skills necessary for
team building, interpersonal communication and conflict resolution.
Problem-Based Learning integrates knowledge and skills from various disciplines
to facilitate the development of a reflective practitioner.
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What
percentage of the faculty have doctorate degrees?
Compared to the national average (61%), six of the seven
(86%) Core faculty hold terminal Doctoral Degrees and five are certified
clinical specialists.
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Are the Physical Therapy
faculty involved in current research?
Yes, all of our faculty are involved in research and have also
presented at state, regional and national meetings. The UD DPT faculty have an
excellent track record of peer reviewed scholarship and publication.
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Are students involved in
research?
The
American Physical Therapy Association,
Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education, and the physical
therapy profession have striven to place an emphasis on evidence-based practice.
The capstone project will develop the students to become able practitioners and
consumers of research. Students will complete a capstone graduate research
project that involves development of the proposal, data gathering and analysis,
and write up. The final manuscript is expected to be of the quality ready to be
submitted to a peer-reviewed journal and students will present their research
project as a platform or poster presentation during Summation Module. While the
project may or may not be faculty driven, students will be paired with the
appropriate core faculty member for consultation and advisement. All DPT
student/faculty research involving the use of human subjects will have prior
approval from the University of Dayton’s Institutional Review Board.
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What is the average
class size?
The University of Dayton enrolls 35 Doctor of Physical Therapy
students per year.
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How long is your
program?
The 117 credit UD DPT program is 3 years in length (8 consecutive
semesters) and includes 38 weeks of clinical education.
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What is the required GPA and GRE of students applying?
The minimum required GPA is 3.0 overall and 3.00 in your
sciences. While applicants must take the Graduate Record Examination, there is
no required minimum score. Applicants are ranked according to the applicant
pool. The average overall GPA for the 2006 entering class was 3.3.
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When do I need to complete my prerequisite coursework?
Prerequisite coursework does not have to be completed before
applying. Applicants must have competed 64 semester credits including 4 or more
prerequisites science courses before submitting an application. All coursework
must be completed before entering into the DPT program. If you have any
questions about prerequisite coursework, please contact our office at
dpt@udayton.edu.
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How many hours of Clinical Observation are required?
A total of 80 hours of observation is required from at least two
distinctly different physical therapy patient care settings. A minimum of 20
observation hours must be in an inpatient setting.
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Can I take the PT prerequisite courses at your institution?
Yes, we
have a pre-PT program at the University of Dayton
Applicants must hold a
Baccalaureate degree to be considered.
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Can I take PT perquisite courses at a community college or any
other University?
Yes, you may take the University of Dayton DPT prerequisite coursework at any
accredited college or University.
Please submit inquiries to
dpt@udayton.edu .
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Is there an application deadline?
While there is no application deadline date, it is recommended
that application materials are submitted prior to February 1 of the anticipated
year of enrollment. Applications are processed in the order that they are
received.
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Some students choose to work part-time, while many find they need
the time to study. It is a personal choice, one that can be made after being in
the program.
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Is there on
Campus housing?
Yes, the
University of Dayton offers on campus housing, both in dormitories and student
apartments. If needed, we can also assist students in finding roommates for off
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What is the job placement rate?
The employment rate for graduates of this program is 98.8%
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How do I apply?
On-line applications are made available at the start of the
Summer Semester in the year prior to the semester of anticipated enrollment.
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If I would like to visit your campus, whom should I contact?
Contact
Conni Postigo at 937-229-5603, to set up a visit. We look forward to meeting you
and sharing information about our DPT Program!
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