HEALTH SCIENCES- PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY
SUGGESTED MINORS
The Health Sciences Major with a concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy prepares students specifically for graduate work in Physical Therapy.
As a physical therapist, you will diagnose and enhance physical and functional abilities; restore and promote optimal physical function; and prevent the onset and progression of limitations that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions or injuries. Physical therapists provide care for people in a variety of settings, including hospitals, private practices, outpatient clinics, home health agencies, schools, sports and fitness facilities, work settings and nursing homes.
SUCCESS AS A SAINT
CAREER COMPETENCIES
Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.
Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.
Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.
Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.
HOW TO USE THIS MAP
Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.
Biology Chemistry Physical Education Psychology Healthcare Administration Communication Critical Thinking Leadership Teamwork
PREPARE
Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog
Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly
Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office
Join an on-campus organization such as the Pre-Health Professions Club
Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing
Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Education & Health Professions
Begin researching jobs in your field of study
Create Handshake account
Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice
Explore average salaries for your career
Consider adding a minor another field such as Administration
FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP
Meet with your new faculty progress to degree
Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel
Apply for an industry-based pursue clinical observation Attend the Graduate explore DPT programs
Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet
Create a LinkedIn profile Research professional admissions requirements
LEARNING & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
LEARNING EVERYWHERE
FOR SUCCESS
YEARS FINAL YEAR
minor or certificate in Biology or Healthcare
faculty advisor to check
Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements
Complete your senior capstone or enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents
Apply to graduate
SAINTS ADVANTAGE
Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.
CAREER PATHS
Outpatient or Inpatient
Physical Therapy
Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Clinics
events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner
industry-based internship or observation hours
School Fair in the fall and programs resume business attire or visit the Saints
Now is the time to prep and register to sit for the medical program admission tests (GRE or MCAT)
Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium
Skilled Nursing Facilities
Home Health Travel Therapy Schools, Sports Organizations & Corporate Settings
FURTHER EDUCATION
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
SKILLS
Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce
Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references
Apply for jobs in your field
Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve
Be able to lead and inspire others
Strong aptitude for science & math
Ability to work well under pressure
MIDDLE
profile professional programs and requirements & deadlines
Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair
GRADUATE SUCCESS
The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)
To practice as a physical therapist in the U.S., you must earn a doctor of physical therapy degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Educationaccredited physical therapist education program and pass a state licensure exam.
The length of professional DPT programs is typically three years. Approximately 80% of the DPT curriculum is a classroom (didactic) and lab study and the remaining 20% is dedicated to clinical education. PT students spend on average 27.5 weeks in their final clinical experience.
WHERE CAN I GO FROM HERE?
Anderson University
Charleston Southern University
Medical University of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:
Lindsay Bartholomew
Justin Davis
Katie Jones
Tom LeGrand
Katie Maher
Stacey Mason
Michelle Phillips-Meek
Kelly Tillinghast
UNC - Chapel Hill
Western Carolina University
Georgia State University
HEALTH SCIENCES - PRE-PHYSICAL-THERAPY
1115 College Drive Gaffney, South Carolina 29340
limestone.edu/health-sciences-pre-physical-therapy
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