Physical Therapy

Program Overview

FIU's Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program prepares graduates to become competent and caring physical therapists, equipped with knowledge and skills for diverse healthcare settings. The evidence-based, CAPTE-accredited program emphasizes interprofessional collaboration, research advancement, and global engagement. Graduates are highly sought after in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities due to the increasing demand for physical therapists.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree program at FIU is designed to prepare graduates to become competent and caring physical therapists.

Objectives:

The program aims to:

• Prepare students to become competent and caring physical therapists.
• Equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to practice physical therapy in a variety of healthcare settings.
• Promote effective interprofessional collaboration across fields.
• Advance research in healthcare delivery and evidence-based practice.
• Engage with communities and partners around the world.

Program Description:

The DPT program at FIU is:

• Student-centered, preparing an ethnically, racially, and culturally diverse group of people.
• Evidence-based, using a combination of an evidence-based curriculum, culturally relevant clinical research, critical thinking, scholarship, and community leadership.
• Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

Careers:

The demand for physical therapists is high due to the aging baby boomer population and the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions. Graduates of the FIU DPT program are prepared to work in a variety of healthcare settings, including:

• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Private practices
• Schools
• Home health agencies
• The program emphasizes advanced research in healthcare delivery and evidence-based practice.
• FIU Physical Therapy engages significantly with communities and partners around the world.