Course variations
| Study mode | Duration | Tuition fees | Start date | Venue |
| Distance / Online | 1-3 years | $ 9,150 (US$ 9,150) for the entire course | Contact provider |
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Course summary
This program is designed for practicing physical therapists already holding a bachelors or masters degree who wish to enhance their skills and professional status. The length of each student’s plan of study depends upon their current level of education, experience, and skills as determined by an evaluation based on an extensive portfolio. All plans of study include pharmacology, radiology, evidence-based practice, and differential diagnosis. The program uses the Internet to provide frequent, high-quality peer/faculty interaction. All course information is posted on the Internet web site, a centralized interaction portal for students, instructors, facilitators, and program administrators. This includes all assignments and quizzes. It also contains bulletin boards (forums), and direct e-mail to the faculty and staff. The curriculum includes integrated clinical practice experiences to supplement and enhance online instructions.
Program modules
The modules are PT801 Neuromuscular Physical Therapy (3 credits); PT802 Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy (3 credits); PT803 Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy (3 credits); PT804 Integumentary Physical Therapy (2 credits); PT806 Pharmacology (3 credits); PT807 Radiology and Imaging (3 credits); PT818 Professional Practice (3 credits); PT819 Differential Diagnosis and Screening for Medical Conditions (3 credits); PT825 Extremity Manual Therapy (3 credits); PT826 Spinal Manual Therapy (3 credits); PT828 Pediatric Physical Therapy (3 credits); PT830 Geriatrics (2 credits); PT831 Gender Healthcare in Physical Therapy (2 credits); PT838 Terminal Project (3 credits). Health Professions Course Descriptions (Multi-Disciplinary Courses): HP800 Medical Informatics (1 credit); HP808 Statistics (3 credits); HP809 Quantitative Research Methods and Designs (3 credits); HP811 Evidence-Based Practice in Physical Therapy I (2 credits); HP812 Evidence-Based Practice II (3 credits); HP813 Educational Theory and Practices (2 credits); HP814 Issues in Diverse Populations and Settings (3 credits); HP815 Health and Wellness (2 credits); HP834 Delivery Systems, Legislation and Regulation (2 credits); HP835 Reimbursement Systems, Issues, and Strategies (2 credits); HP836 Business Planning (2 credits).
Entry requirement for international students
Students should have a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum physical professional therapy 2.70 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). International students must have obtained a minimum TOEFL score of 550 on the paper based test, 213 on the computer based test and 80 on the internet based test.
Qualification
Doctoral
Awarding body
A T Still University Arizona School of Health Sciences
Department name
A T Still University Arizona School of Health Sciences
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