Graduate Certificate Programs in Physical Therapy and Therapist

License to practice physical therapy in the State of Illinois.

All Residency Candidates: RF-PTCAS applications are due December 15.

All Residency Candidates who are invited for an in-person interview: UIC Supplemental application due January 15th.

From the list of available certificates. There is a non-refundable application fee of $70 for all applicants.

MS in Healthspan Promotion and Rehabilitation Expand MS in Healthspan Promotion and Rehabilitation menu.

Doctor of Physical Therapy Expand Doctor of Physical Therapy menu.

Doctor of Clinical Exercise Physiology Expand Doctor of Clinical Exercise Physiology menu.

Clinical Rehabilitation and Technology Research Certificate Expand Clinical Rehabilitation and Technology Research Certificate menu.

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Technology-Based Health Communication and Promotion Certificate Expand Technology-Based Health Communication and Promotion Certificate menu.

Residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy Expand Residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy menu.

Residency in Sports Physical Therapy Expand Residency in Sports Physical Therapy menu.

Physical Therapy Aide Technicians provide assistance in the treatment of patients in a wide variety of clinical settings, ranging from hospitals to outpatient orthopedic facilities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of physical therapy aides is projected to grow 29% from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations.

The non-credit Physical Therapy Aide program at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) provides a basic of the rehabilitation process including anatomy, treatment modalities, medical terminology and ethics, gait assistive devices, and note recording. The course provides a foundation to initiate a career as a Physical Therapy Aide. It also provides a starting point for further studies in the field of rehabilitation.

Please note: This program is not associated with any CSULB minor or major degree, and does not guarantee a job upon completion.

Students interested in pursuing a career in physical therapy as an aide, assistant, or therapist will benefit from this introductory class.

Digital textbook included with the cost of the program.

Offerings of this program have either started or are under development.

Residency in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy provides maximum flexibility for working clinicians. Fast-track your professional development and gain recognition as an OCS with no need to relocate. This one-year program includes online classes, two one-week long intensives held on our campus in Colorado and 150 hours of direct mentorship.

Residents learn manual therapy techniques such as high velocity low amplitude (HLVA) thrust manipulation and dry needling, as well as joint mobilization, neurodynamic mobilization, muscle energy, soft tissues techniques and exercise prescription.

Program FormatOnline classes with two one-week on-campus lab intensives.

Tuition for the 24-25 Academic Year$928 per credit hour.

Our orthopaedic residency approach is designed to find the very best PT in each participant. Theoretically this is a blending of many schools of thought in orthopaedic practice. than a patient based test re-test approach, we identify what both the therapist and the patient can each provide to develop the best care for the individual. We seek excellence in hands-on orthopaedic care, excellence in treatment delivery and excellence in ongoing learning in the treatment process. We seek the Magis, to strive to do and be the best we can be for others we seek Cura Personalis to provide optimal care to the whole person to best serve the patient and society.

Students in this program complete 150 hours of mentoring during this program.Residents-in-Training (RiT) will be guided in independent study in their primary employment mentoring site. Clinical mentoring will occur within the OCS and FAAOMPT community of affiliates to the Regis School of PT and the OMPT mentoring. Reflective professional development will include the use of outcomes tracking for clinical practice benchmarked against national standards.

Residents obtain mentorship through agreement with OCS, as part of their employment if employed at a site in partnership with the ROPT program, or with graduates current Fellows-in-Training of the Regis Residency in OMPT, which represents over 150 board-certified specialists for mentorship throughout the U.S.

Physical Therapy and Therapist is offered as a hybrid model of learning, providing maximum flexibility for working clinicians. During this one-year program, classes are held online and are organized in a series of five courses, totaling 12 credit hours delivered over three semesters. Two one-week long intensives, held on our campus in Denver, compliment the online courses.

Regis University Residency in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy is accredited by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education as a post-professional Residency program for physical therapists in Orthopaedics.

The Regis University Residency in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy is not accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) which accredits entry level physical therapist education.

All application materials for the OMPT Residency program should be submitted through the Residency and Fellowship Physical Therapy Centralized Application Service (RF-PTCAS), including:.

Candidates with a non-PT terminal degree are eligible for entry if they graduated prior to 2017 with a CAPTE-approved terminal education.

Applicants must have a valid physical therapy licensure in the United States and in the state(s) of practice OR eligible and successfully complete licensure before officially beginning studies for new graduates.

Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year: $928 per credit hour Total program credits:12 Tuition is one part of the overall cost of attendance, which includes all expenses students may have, including basic living costs. Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Technology fees are paid once during the program.

Physical Therapy and Therapist is not eligible for Federal Aid which includes state aid.

2021-3 reports for 2020-22 graduates.

First-time pass rates on ABPTS board certification examination. ROPT 93% 2021-23 report for 2020-22 graduates. (2023 graduates take exam in March 2024).

Program completion rate. ROPT 20-23 (38 39 97%) for 2020-23.

Program retention rate. ROPT 20-23 (38 39 97%) for 2020-23.

We teach both manual therapy techniques such as high velocity low amplitude (HLVA) thrust manipulation and dry needling as a part of our residency courses. These techniques are in addition to joint mobilization, neurodynamic mobilization, muscle energy, soft tissues techniques, and exercise prescription taught within the program. Regis University School of Physical Therapy for many years has been a leader in manual therapy techniques.

Residents complete a minimum of 1,350 hours of clinical practice focused on orthopaedic physical therapy during the program. This includes virtual rounds, 300 hours of didactic education, and 150 hours of direct one-on-one clinical practice working with one or mentors.

Residents in the RUROPT will have access to graduates and current fellowship students. This represents over 145 Fellowship graduates, with over 200 potential mentors from our Graduates and current Fellows-in-Training as a combined group for potential mentorship throughout the United States. These highly training and motivated clinicians will be an excellent lead source for mentor time and additional learning in the program. Additionally student in the program may have access to other qualified PT mentors in their place of employment who agree to mentor for some or all of the 150 hours.

Mentors do not need to be established prior to starting the residency program.We will accept individuals without a set mentor as long as they are aware and committed to obtaining mentoring through developing a mentor relationship as soon as possible within the program. As the Residency is a defined one year process, obtaining a mentor s within the first three months of the Residency is very important.

Mentors are required to be physical therapists who are either OCS certified, graduates of an orthopaedic residency or fellowship, or have significant and current experience ( than three years) in orthopaedic focused practice. Any U.S. licensed PT in good standing that is qualified is potentially eligible to mentor a resident in our program. We will need to establish a contractual relationship with new mentors, but this is typically a relatively simple process.

It is important to note when discussing the residency with an employer that there will be time-off needed to complete the 2 1-week long intensives on our campus in Denver, Colorado. Additionally time off may also be needed to complete the 150 1:1 mentoring hour requirement. If your mentor is in your place of employment you may not need to take as much time off. However, if not, be sure that you discuss this aspect of the program. 150 hours of mentor time over the course of a year is equivalent to four weeks of work time, and this is in addition to the 2 1-week intensives.

Once the student is admitted to the program Regis will work with the employer to set up a site agreement. We anticipate that we will have a select number of sites that reach out to us and we will help match those employers with a residency student when appropriate.

Licensure is required by the start of the program, however students (new graduates) that are not licensed at the time of application can be admitted conditionally. Students that start in the residency must have a valid physical therapy licensure in the United States and be licensed in the state of practice. The license must not be under suspension, revocation or probationary status.

Our Residency program is unique as you will get a higher level of interaction with our OMPT fellows during the program in a variety of ways. We will have many fellows across the country that will serve as mentors for the 150 hours needed for Residency 1:1 mentoring time. In addition, our fellows will interact in courses, online virtual rounds, and 2 week ground-based time at Regis. We will have a number of modules that will certainly give you the content needed for OCS level clinical decision making but importantly there will be many opportunities to advance your practice in other ways beyond just the didactic knowledge component of practice.

We develop thought leaders, researchers, innovators, advocates and builders of the profession. We do not isolate our ideas, we share and promote them for all to use. Looking to the structure of the residency, the hybrid model allows for a distance approach along with the two week long intensives on campus. Dry Needle training up to a level I completion will be in place.

The majority of our residents are full-time or at least 80% time employed clinicians. One advantage of our residency program is that it can be completed by the full-time clinician without the need to cut back on hours or relocate. All of our courses utilize a hybrid online learning environment which means that you can work on your coursework anytime of the day, and any day of the week. There are two week intensives in the fall and spring that require attendance on campus at Regis University in Denver, Colorado. One additional trip to campus is required for the final practicum examination. The amount of time required per week depends on the courses you are enrolled in at the time. Residents should typically plan on approximately 20 hours per week however, time varies depending upon your learning style.

No. Students in the residency are employed independent of Regis University and the residency program. Students in our program are responsible for finding their own employment and or mentors. This distance model intentionally allows flexibility for both new graduates, or established physical therapists to enter into residency training.

Employment at a clinic which supports the resident by including the residency cost logistics (all or some) into the employment contract. sites to complete some all of the 150 1-1 hours.

Employment at a clinic which does not directly support the residency program, and the resident will need to obtain mentoring from mentors that are clinical affiliates of the Regis Residency.

Site which is partnered with Regis to offer an employee (of theirs, not of Regis) enrollment for the one year residency as part of their employment including the mentorship time.

Our residency students will need to address negotiate the time away needed from work in order to complete the program. Depending on your mentor situation this may include the full 150 hours of 1:1 time needed throughout the one-year program. It will also include the two 1-week long labs held on our campus in Fall and Spring.

The Residency in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Certificate of Completion is offered by the School of Physical Therapy within the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions.

Our TDPT program is fully online there is no requirement to be on campus.

The program is 18 credits for U.S.-educated therapists and 22 or 30 credits (students choose) for internationally-trained PTs. However, students may apply to waive up to 6 credits.

Yes, for some courses. But, course waiver requests are evaluated on the specific portfolio review criteria (available when you are accepted to the program). You will be charged an additional fee for review of your portfolio. Please note that course waiver is not guaranteed.

Each semester is broken up into two 7-week sessions. In most cases, students can take up to 4 classes, or 8 credits, per semester. Students can NOT take all four courses in one session. It is recommended you speak with the tDPT team to come up with a customized program map.

We have rolling admissions at 6 entry points throughout the year, 2 per semester (August, October, January, March, May, June July). All materials must be received up to 4 weeks before the start of a session. Session dates can be found on the schedule page.

In general, every course is structured differently based on the content area that is taught. We use a variety of tools such as multiple choice questions, quizzes and self-reflection assignments to test students. class discussion) and asynchronous (discussion board) participation. We have many clinicians from the U.S. and around the world representing a vast amount of expertise you can all benefit and learn from. This program is based on principles of adult learning. Adult learning is a lot like what you do in your role as a clinical professional. You cannot learn passively any than our patients can get stronger with passive exercise!

Degree when you graduate from the program. are not included on the degree certificate.

At this point, we do not offer an I-20 to students in our post-professional program.

Yes, currently, you may register for up to three courses pre-licensure for credentialing purposes. Please note: acceptance into a course does not guarantee admission into the program.

Our TDPT program is fully online. The program is highly interactive and capitalizes on the wealth of knowledge clinicians bring with them.

A U.S. PT License is not needed as long as you are eligible to practice Physical Therapy internationally.

CAPTE, the accrediting body for Physical Therapy programs, does not provide for accreditation of post-professional programs. However, our entry-level DPT program is accredited.

While the courses in our TDPT program may help in fulfilling educational deficits, the program does not directly qualify you for US PT licensure. All foreign-educated PTs must follow the steps listed by The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy.

Only a credentialing agency that issues work certificates (Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy (FCCPT), CGFNS International Inc.) or United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can determine if the program fulfills their requirements. Since our entry-level DPT is CAPTE-accredited, we believe our TDPT will be accepted by FCCPT CGFNS, but individuals should check with the respective agencies.

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The 12-credit certificate for licensed, practicing therapists provides clinicians with an advanced, clinically relevant orthopedic curriculum emphasizing PT diagnostic skills, manual therapy, exercise, and clinical reasoning.

The 12-credit Certificate in Advanced Orthopedic Physical Therapy provides clinicians with an advanced, clinically relevant orthopedic curriculum emphasizing PT diagnostic skills, manual therapy, exercise, and clinical reasoning. The online and weekend course format allows licensed, practicing therapists to continue their regular employment while enrolled in the program. Students who successfully complete the certificate program are eligible to test for an additional credential as a Certified Orthopaedic Manual Therapist (COMT).

The Certificate in Advanced Orthopedic Physical Therapy is designed for the clinician who wants to improve their clinical practice but may not be able to commit to a full-time residency program. You can complete this 12-credit program in as little as 12 months or complete it at your own pace (up to 36 months).

The program provides an advanced, clinically relevant orthopedic curriculum emphasizing PT diagnostic skills, manual therapy, exercise, and clinical reasoning.

Our weekend in-person course format, combined with hybrid online education, is designed to allow clinicians to continue their regular employment while enrolled in the certificate program. We believe that the physical therapist regular practice setting is ideal for applying content and techniques learned in the program.

Built on a solid, evidence-based foundation, all content within the program is taught by true experts in the field.

As a clinician who wants to provide the best care for your patients, there are not many experiences that are frustrating than taking a continuing education course and leaving with a handful of techniques, but without the context to apply them successfully. We teach effective, biomechanically and physiologically sound techniques and the clinical reasoning skills to use them successfully.

Content and concepts are based on the principles of EBP, but we do not stop there. We recognize the limitations to practice based on the results of randomized clinical trials or systematic reviews that may not always translate to the patient in front of you at any given moment (n 1). they serve to shift the likelihood of success, not guarantee it.

The program offers multiple options for practicing therapists to enhance their knowledge and skills.

Option 1: Certificate in Advanced Orthopaedic Physical Therapy.

Complete all 12 courses within 3 years with grades of 80% or better and earn a Certificate in Advanced Orthopaedic Physical Therapy.

Enroll in any of the Certificate in Advanced Orthopaedic Physical Therapy courses as a CEU offering at a reduced rate. While you will not participate in the enhanced online content or earn University credit, you will experience the full on-campus lab session and expert instruction in the content areas of interest.

Up to two CEU courses can be transferred into the Certificate in Advanced Orthopaedic Physical Therapy program.

The Certificate in Advanced Orthopaedic Physical Therapy program provides graduates with a significant manual therapy skill set, and all students who successfully complete the Certificate program (option #1) are eligible to test for an additional credential as a Certified Orthopaedic Manual Therapist (COMT). The COMT designation indicates that a physical therapist has achieved advanced proficiency in manual therapy and is the result of significant study and rigorous practice.

the COMT (Certified Orthopaedic Manual Therapist) examination.

Prerequisites: Must hold a valid state license to practice physical therapy, successful completion of the Certificate in Advanced Orthopaedic Physical Therapy.

This Certificate in Advanced Orthopaedic Physical Therapy serves as the backbone of the COMT curriculum. The program has a rolling start and you may begin with any of the 12 onsite courses. All courses must be completed with a grade of 80% or better. Upon successful completion of the required coursework, you are qualified to sit for the COMT examination, currently offered in July each year.

The COMT will consist of three distinct components, which will all occur over the course of a single testing day:.

The full Certificate in Advanced Orthopedic Physical Therapy consists of 12 one-credit courses.

Foundations of Exam Mechanisms of Manual Therapy, Exercise, and Pain Neuroscience (Online Only).

Advanced Clinical Practice: Vestibular Rehabilitation for the Orthopaedic Therapist.

PT 900: Foundations of Exam Mechanisms of Manual Therapy, Exercise, and Pain Neuroscience.

PT 911: Advanced Clinical Practice: Vestibular rehabilitation for the Orthopedic Therapist.

This course covers four distinct areas of orthopedic physical therapy, each with a unique role within the clinical reasoning process. Beginning with the principles of the orthopedic physical examination, subjective, objective, and selective tissue examination principles are covered as necessary for generating a provisional differential diagnosis of dysfunction. The clinical reasoning of the initial examination is reviewed and discussed as a guide to treatment decision making. The science of tissue healing is reviewed for tissues including muscle, ligament, tendon, cartilage, and nerve including the implications for manual therapy and exercise. Current theories on the mechanisms of manual therapy are reviewed as a foundation for clinical decision making. Finally, the principles of pain neuroscience and pain neuroscience education are introduced as part of a blended biopsychosocial model of orthopedic physical therapy practice. This four part course serves as the foundational background for the body-region specific courses throughout the remainder of the certificate program.

Is a complicated and nuanced process, and often a source of uncertainty for the practicing physical therapist. Differential diagnosis is addressed through comparison of systematic signs and symptoms, screening for serious musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal pathologies. Specific emphasis is placed on conditions that may mimic common orthopedic pathologies.

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This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with lumbo-pelvic dysfunction. An integrated approach utilizing the concepts of Cyriax, Maitland, McKenzie, Kaltenborn, Evjenth, and others, in combination with current evidence based practice as described in the literature, will be utilized to form the foundation of an effective treatment approach. This course will provide the tools necessary to perform a complete evaluation of the entire cervical spine, diagnose the site source of dysfunction, and apply specific, targeted interventions safely and effectively. Treatment techniques covered will include joint mobilization, traction, stabilization exercises, thrust manipulation, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context.

Pre-course materials include a review of anatomy and biomechanics related to OMPT practice and differential diagnosis.

This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with dysfunctions of the thoracic spine and ribcage. An integrated approach utilizing the concepts of Cyriax, Maitland, McKenzie, Kaltenborn, Evjenth, and others, in combination with current evidence based practice as described in the literature, will be utilized to form the foundation of an effective treatment approach. This course will provide the tools necessary to perform a complete evaluation of the entire cervical spine, diagnose the site source of dysfunction, and apply specific, targeted interventions safely and effectively. Treatment techniques covered will include joint mobilization, traction, stabilization exercises, thrust manipulation, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context.

This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with cervical spine dysfunction. An integrated approach utilizing the concepts of Cyriax, Maitland, McKenzie, Kaltenborn, Evjenth, and others, in combination with current evidence based practice as described in the literature, will be utilized to form the foundation of an effective treatment approach. This course will provide the tools necessary to perform a complete evaluation of the entire cervical spine, diagnose the site source of dysfunction, and apply specific, targeted interventions safely and effectively. Treatment techniques covered will include joint mobilization, traction, stabilization exercises, thrust manipulation, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context.

This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with temporomandibular disorders. Background information will be reviewed with respect to common clinical presentations, including epidemiology, anatomy, joint mechanics, pathoanatomy, and pain science. Next, an effective and efficient approach to both the evaluation and management of TMD will be presented. Treatment techniques covered will include manual therapies, exercise interventions, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context.

This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with dysfunctions of the hip. An integrated approach utilizing selective tissue tension, joint mobility testing, biomechanics, and functional evaluation will be presented to form the foundation of the treatment model. An of current practice evidence and relevant practice applications will be provided. Conservative management and post-operative considerations will be discussed, leading to appropriate rehabilitation strategies for diagnoses such as osteoarthritis, femoral acetabular impingement, adhesive capsulitis, instability, and trochanteric pain syndrome gluteal tendinopathy. Treatment techniques covered will include manual therapy including specific joint mobilization, exercise, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context.

This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with dysfunctions of the knee. An integrated approach utilizing selective tissue tension, joint mobility testing, biomechanics, and functional evaluation will be presented to form the foundation of the treatment model. An of current practice evidence and relevant practice applications will be provided. This course will provide the tools necessary to perform a complete evaluation of the entire knee complex, diagnose the site source of dysfunction, and apply specific, targeted interventions safely and effectively. Treatment techniques covered will include manual therapy including specific joint mobilization, exercise, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP from a patient specific context.

This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with dysfunctions of the foot ankle complex. An integrated approach utilizing selective tissue tension, joint mobility testing, biomechanics, and functional evaluation will be presented to form the foundation of the treatment model. An of current practice evidence and relevant practice applications will be provided. Conservative management and post-operative considerations will be discussed, leading to appropriate rehabilitation strategies for common conditions including ligamentous injuries, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, hallux valgus, hallux rigidus, posterior tibial tendinopathy, ankle impingement, OA and others. Treatment techniques covered will include manual therapy including specific joint mobilization, exercise, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context.

This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with dysfunctions of the shoulder complex. An integrated approach utilizing selective tissue tension, joint mobility testing, biomechanics, and functional evaluation will be presented to form the foundation of the treatment model. An of current practice evidence and relevant practice applications will be provided. Conservative management and post-operative considerations will be discussed, leading to appropriate rehabilitation strategies for specific diagnoses including: impingement rotator cuff pathology, adhesive capsulitis, tendinopathy, instability, and AC joint pathology, as well as the special considerations of the overhead athlete. This course will provide the tools necessary to perform a complete evaluation of the entire shoulder girdle, diagnose the site source of dysfunction, and apply specific, targeted interventions safely and effectively. Treatment techniques covered will include manual therapy including specific joint mobilization, exercise, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context.

This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with dysfunctions of the elbow-wrist-hand. An integrated approach utilizing selective tissue tension, joint mobility testing, biomechanics, and functional evaluation will be presented to form the foundation of the treatment model. An of current practice evidence and relevant practice applications will be provided. Conservative management and post-operative considerations will be discussed, leading to appropriate rehabilitation strategies. This course will provide the tools necessary to perform a complete evaluation of the elbow-wrist-hand, diagnose the site source of dysfunction, and apply specific, targeted interventions safely and effectively. Treatment techniques covered will include manual therapy including specific joint mobilization, exercise, and patient education management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context.

This lab and lecture based course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with vestibular dysfunctions. Assessment techniques and conditions include balance gait and fall risk assessments, oculomotor examination including identification of nystagmus and canal involvement, and differentiation of vestibular and non-vestibular dizziness, including central disorders and vestibular hypofunction. Treatment techniques will be presented including procedures for BPPV affecting the anterior, posterior, and horizontal canals. Emphasis will be placed on utilizing effective assessment to lead to an appropriate, effective treatment plan. Case study will be used to consider treatment planning while approaching EBP from a patient specific context.

Admissions are rolling until the program is filled.

Tuition for the Certificate program is billed at the current university rate of $654 per credit for the 2023-24 academic year.

Tuition for the CEU option is $500 per course for all courses with two-day labs (PT 902-911).

Physical Therapy and Therapist offers a combined BS in Exercise Science and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.

Physical Therapy and Therapist collaborates with Hanger Clinic to offer a Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics. Professionals in this field design, fabricate, and fit orthoses and prostheses for a range of clients from pediatric to geriatric. There is also a five-year combined BS MSPO program offered.

Launch a career where you can make a difference as a physical therapy aide.

In just four months, students are able to complete the University of Central Missouri Physical Therapy Aide certificate program. Students completing the program are well prepared to begin a new career in healthcare. The healthcare field is growing rapidly, and the U.S. Labor Statistics estimates that the demand for physical therapy aides will increase by close to 30 percent by 2026. Median salary for this rewarding career is $25,680, according to the Labor. Through our program, you will learn to prepare equipment for patient treatments, maintain order and cleanliness throughout the facility, assist physical therapists in selected procedures, help move patients, organize work areas and disinfect, perform clerical duties and assist patients with paperwork. Through this program, students earn an industry-recognized certificate and continuing education units which may not be applied to a degree program and are not eligible for federal financial aid.

Prepare for nationally recognized certification exam through our flexible, online program.

Upon completion of this course, you will be prepared to take the Certified Physical Therapy Aide Specialist (CPTAS) exam, offered by the National Career Certification Board. Included in your course fee is an exam voucher. Our program also features physical therapy aide simulations to better prepare students for their career.

Physical therapy aide and administration specialists work hand-in-hand with physical therapists to provide support to patients recovering from injuries, illnesses or surgeries.

Pursuing a career as a physical therapy aide and administration specialist can be incredibly rewarding. You will get to work with patients one-on-one and see their progress over time thanks to your support.

Graduates of this program will be eligible to take the Physical Therapy Technician Aide Certification (PTTC) exam sponsored by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) and the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam sponsored by the National Healthcareer Association.

Physical Therapy Technician Certification (PTTC) by American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), Certified Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA) by National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Job growth for physical therapy assistants and aides is expected at 24% between now and 2031, far exceeding the national average for all occupations at 5%.

Upon completing your certificate and earning your credential, you will be prepared for exciting new roles, such as:.

Physical Therapy and Therapist is a Great Fit For:.

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For nearly 100 years, Regis College has empowered students to succeed academically, serve, and lead. Certificate programs through the Wood Lavine Division of Professional Studies offer:.

The MedCerts program was very easy to follow.

The Wood Lavine Division of Professional Studies offers loan options to make earning a professional certificate a reality for as many students as possible. Some certificate earners may even be eligible for tuition assistance through their employer.

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The pre-physical therapy emphasis will prepare you for a variety of entry-level healthcare jobs and to pursue your D.P.T. in a professional physical therapy program like the one here at NIU.

Certificate of Graduate Study in Health Professions Education.

Certificate programs in PT are not subject to accreditation by CAPTE.

The DPT program prepares students to take the licensure examination in any state and to enter the healthcare field as professionally licensed physical therapists.

The program is registered with the New York State Education (NYSED).