Service Learning

Service learning is an integral part of learning within the School of Physical Therapy. Through community-based experiential service learning opportunities, students gain insight into social justice while developing professional skills like communication, leadership and cultural intelligence.

Service learning is embedded into five physical therapy courses with objectives, assignments and direct or remote service. The critical reflection and transformative experiences involved in service learning position students to fully meet the diverse needs of their patients and clients.

For more information on the courses and course objectives, visit the RHCHP service learning website: regis.edu/rhchpservicelearning.

Some examples of community-based service projects carried out as part of course requirements include:

• Health assessment and service at either a 9Health Fair or through Regis Student

Health Services (DPT 708) • Direct or virtual service with an organization serving individuals with disabilities (DPT 730) • Health education and prevention facilitation in a variety of organizations serving children, adults, elders, and students (DPT 771) • Two-semester project-based service and support with those on the margins (DPT 772 & 773) o Immigrants and refugees o Individuals and families experiencing homelessness and poverty o Families caring for children with acute, chronic, terminal illness o Individuals with varying abilities (physical, cognitive, intellectual) o Elders in memory care o And more!