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Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Become an exemplary, autonomous physical therapist.
Benefit from the depth and breadth of Sage’s professional curriculum curriculum, accredited by the Commision on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Embrace your role as a physical therapist
who is respectful and sensitive to individual differences and has a commitment to lifelong learning.
FOR MORE INFORMATION www.sage.edu/health
OUTCOMES • Graduation Rate surpasses 95.6% for the last three years (2016-2018) • Ultimate pass rate on the National Physical Therapy Examination surpasses 96.3% for the past three years (2016-2018) • 100% of graduates seeking employment secure a position within one year after graduation
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applications to the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program are conducted through the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service. The process will require the following steps: • Thorough completion of the PTCAS application, including your biographical information, work history and extracurricular activities • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended • Two letters of recommendation (one must be an academic reference) • A 1-2 page career goals essay • Documentation of at least 40 hours of clinical observation under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist prior to beginning the program (we recommend doing this in at least two different settings) • Program Pre-requisite form Deadline: December 7 Start: Summer semester
PROGRAM SUMMARY | Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) First Year
Second Year Continued
Summer I: 14.5 Credits
CREDITS
Spring II: 14.5 Credits
CREDITS
PTY 502
Gross and Functional Human Anatomy w/lab
4
PTY 610
Health, Culture and Society
2
PTY 504
Introduction to the Physical Therapy Profession
3
PTY 613
PTY 505
Surface Anatomy
.5
Patient/Client Management: Musculoskeletal System III w/lab
4
PTY 506
Human Biomechanics w/lab
5
PTY 617
4
PTY 521
Pathology
2
Patient/Client Management: Pediatric Neuromuscular System w/lab
PTY 625
Clinical Applications: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Systems
.5
PTY 627
Patient/Client Management: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Systems w/lab
4
Fall I: 16.5 Credits
CREDITS
PTY 501
Neuroscience w/lab
4
PTY 509
Patient/Client Management: Integumentary System w/lab
4 2
PTY 522
Pathology II
PTY 523
Physiological Principles of Exercise and Fitness Assessment w/lab
PTY 615
Clinical Research Methods for Physical Therapist
Spring I: 15.5 Credits
3.5 3 CREDITS
PTY 503
Physical Therapy Interventions w/lab
4
PTY 507
Patient/Client Management: Musculoskeletal System I w/lab
6
PTY 520
Clinical Applications: Musculoskeletal System
.5
PTY 605
Neuropathology for Physical Therapists
2
PTY 611
Motor Control Across the Lifespan: Theory & Application
3
TOTAL CREDITS
46.5
CREDITS
PTY 720
Administration, Leadership, and Business Management for Physical Therapists
3
PTY 722
Educational Strategies for Physical Therapists
3
Fall II: 15.5 Credits
CREDITS
Patient/Client Management: Musculoskeletal System II w/lab
4
PTY 614
Psychosocial Aspects of Physical Therapist Practice
2
PTY 616
Patient/Client Management: Adult Neuromuscular System w/lab
3
PTY 618
Foundations of Physical Therapist Clinical Examinations
1
PTY 620
Clinical Applications: Adult Neuromuscular System
.5
PTY 647
Analysis of Professional Literature in Physical Therapy
3
FOR MORE INFORMATION www.sage.edu/health
PTY 612
CONTACT:
James Brennan, PT, Ph.D. Department Chair 518-244-4549 | sagept@sage.edu
36
Third Year Summer III: 5 Credits (May-Aug.) PTY 608
CREDITS
Clinical Education I
5
Fall III: 15 Credits (Sept.-Nov.)
CREDITS
PTY 721
Health Promotion and Wellness
3
PTY 723
Medical Imaging for Physical Therapists
2
PTY 724
Pharmacotherapeutics for Physical Therapists
3
PTY 725
Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapists
4
CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: 3 CREDITS PTY 768
Capstone Experience: Evidence-Based Practice and Case Report
PTY 769
Capstone Experience: Faculty Mentored Research Project
Spring III: 8 Credits (Nov.-Feb.)
Second Year Summer II: 6 Credits
TOTAL CREDITS
PTY 718
CREDITS
Clinical Education II
8
Spring III: 8 Credits (Feb.-May) PTY 719
CREDITS
Clinical Education III
8
Completion of the Capstone Experience from the Fall Semester PTY 768
Capstone Experience: Evidence-Based Practice and Case Report
PTY 769
Capstone Experience: Faculty Mentored Research Project
TOTAL CREDITS
42