47 courses with the subject DPT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DPT 811Introduction to Physical Therapy Profession1
The course will introduce the physical therapy profession to the students. Students will learn the history and evolution of physical therapy in the United States across the healthcare delivery system. Students will be introduced to the role of the American Physical Therapy Association, Guide to Physical Therapy Practice, and principles of clinical reasoning and its application is physical therapy practice. The course material will be delivered in a hybrid format.
Functional Anatomy I cover the anatomy of the musculoskeletal, nervous, and vascular systems of the upper extremity, trunk, and thorax, including histology. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format. The students will learn anatomical concepts through the study of prosected human cadavers and various anatomical videos and software. The laboratory experience will consist of the application of anatomy to develop foundational skills of physical therapy examination such as surface anatomy, palpation, goniometry, manual muscle testing, manual length testing of the abovementioned body regions.
Applied pathophysiology course will emphasize on the interdependence of human anatomy, physiology and pathology due to an injury, disease, or disorders of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, lymphatics, immune, endocrine and metabolic, hematologic, gastrointestinal, hepatic, pancreatic and biliary, renal and urologic, genital and reproductive systems, altered cell proliferation and differentiation, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, and genetic and developmental disorders. The students will learn the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and precipitating factors of the specific diseases of the abovementioned systems. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
The relationship between the social determinants of health, health disparities, and health risks that affect individuals, families, and communities are examined in this course. Characteristics of the communities, groups, and populations at high risk are studied. The students will learn evidence-based strategies to identify health risks in individuals and families living in these communities. This course provides healthcare information on federal, state, and local services for families, with a focus on people living in underprivileged areas.
The course will cover the concepts of lifestyle medicine, in particular eating healthy foods, engaging in regular physical activity, effective stress management, restoration of sleeping behavior, avoidance of risky substances, and embracing positive social connections in life. The students will explore the potential impact of incorporating the principles of lifestyle medicine on society’s health and the importance of adopting these principles in one’s clinical practice. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
The course will provide biomechanical foundations of human motion for the practice of physical therapy rehabilitation. The course material will cover osteology, arthrology, osteokinematics, arthrokinematics, and muscle mechanics of the Axial and Appendicular skeleton. In addition, students will learn about normal and altered gait mechanics, its possible causes, and associated compensations. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
DPT 824Foundations of Neuroanatomy and Neuroscience2
The course will focus on the foundations of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neuroimaging, and their applications to neurological conditions commonly seen in physical therapy practice. The course material will also cover the neuroscience at the cellular level, development of the nervous system, three vertical systems (somatosensory, autonomic, and motor) and their interactions with the different body region such as the cerebrum, cerebellum, spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
DPT 825Principles of Movement and Exercise Science
The course will provide the foundations of movement and exercise science. Students will learn different factors that influence movement such as motor learning and relearning, motor control, and the development of motor skills. The students will learn to identify and analyze 149
The course will introduce various types of diagnostic imaging and other techniques such as plain film radiographs, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound imaging, computed tomography, nuclear medicine imaging, muscle and nerve electrophysiology test encountered by physical therapists in their daily clinical practice. The course will focus on the skill of viewing and interpreting the images and reports. The course will build on the knowledge gained in functional anatomy and applied pathophysiology courses. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
The course will provide foundational knowledge of pain mechanisms within the framework of biopsychosocial pain model. The course will cover the neurobiology, neurophysiology, and neuropsychology of pain and its effects on different stages of healing. The students will learn the characteristics of acute and chronic pain, pain assessment, and management in the context of physical therapy rehabilitation. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
The course will cover foundational principles of pharmacology including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacogenetics, pharmacotherapeutics, and pharmacy. The students will learn about therapeutic effects, side effects, indications, and contraindications of the drugs commonly encountered by physical therapists in their clinical practice. Students will also learn to optimize therapy sessions based on the knowledge of their patient’s current medication history. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
DPT 834Neuromuscular I: Foundations of Neurologic Evaluations3
The course will build on the patient client management model to teach students the skill of hypothesis generation based on the subjective examination and the expertise of making clinical diagnosis based on the objective examination/evaluation followed by creating and implementing an efficient and effective plan of care, and outcome assessments for patients with commonly seen musculoskeletal disorders of the spine and extremities. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format.
The course will cover the principles of research design and statistical methods for both quantitative and qualitative research. The students will learn the process of performing original research, formulate a research question, effective literature search strategies, process of synthesizing research, designing research methodology, understanding threats and biases in a research design, and choosing appropriate statistical tests. Students will also learn about the mechanism of writing a research proposal, Institutional Review Board process, importance of ethics in research and various scholarly dissemination channels. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
Art of Healing I is the first of three graduate courses about the role of Humanities in Healing. DPT 841 focuses specifically on literary works that explore three themes: the human condition, the nature of suffering, and healers/healing. The role of narrative/storytelling in healing is a central focus of this course. Students read fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, essays, and drama that depict how societies define and respond to issues of illness, suffering, and healing. The course’s literary works raise essential questions about illness and healing as part of the human condition—questions that we will explore through discussion, research, writing, and a capstone project. Course modules cover topics such as cultural contexts for illness and healing, disability and family, mental health/illness, healing and healers, aging and mortality, and recovery. As a community of learners, students share their work each week and have opportunities to respond to the work of their classmates, applying their insights to the practice of physical therapy. 1 credit
DPT 842Musculoskeletal II: Advanced concepts of Orthopedic Spinal and Temporomandibular Joint Conditions
The course will build on the Musculoskeletal I course to teach students the advanced psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills to become an entry level expert to manage patients with all musculoskeletal disorders of the spine and temporomandibular joint. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format. 3 credits DPT 843 Health Systems I: Foundations of Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Lymphatics, and other Integumentary Systems The course will build on the patient client management model to teach students the skill of physical therapy subjective and objective examination, evaluation, prognosis, and diagnosis followed by creating an efficient and effective plan of care, and outcome assessments for patients with commonly seen cardiovascular, pulmonary, lymphatics, integumentary, and other medical and surgical disorders. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format
DPT 844Neuromuscular II: Rehabilitation Principles of Non-traumatic Neurological and Vestibular Conditions
The course will build on the Neuromuscular I course to teach students the advanced psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills to become an entry level expert to manage patients with all the non-traumatic neurological and vestibular disorders. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format.
This course is designed to provide an introduction to healthcare economics and policy with a specific focus on their impact on physical therapy practice. The course will provide students with the skills to evaluate healthcare policy and become informed advocates for the profession. Additionally, students will explore avenues for advocacy and involvement in the advancement of the profession. The course will help students have a basic understanding of the economic and policy landscape that influences healthcare delivery.
This course is designed to provide Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students with the essential skills, knowledge, and mindset required to become effective leaders in their professional practice. This course goes beyond traditional leadership theories and focuses on developing self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and a personal leadership philosophy tailored to the unique demands of the physical therapy profession. Key concepts will include exploring emotional intelligence, exploring personal communication preferences and styles, developing a growth mindset, and learning about reframing perspectives to avoid common leadership pitfalls. Students will learn how their leadership skills, roles and responsibilities will evolve throughout their professional journey and how to use their skills to promote their patients best interest and advocate for the profession of physical therapy in each stage of their career. 1 credit
DPT 852Musculoskeletal III: Advanced Concepts of Orthopedic Extremity Conditions
The course will build on the Musculoskeletal I course to teach students the advanced psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills to become an entry level expert to manage patients with all musculoskeletal disorders of the extremities. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format. 3 credits DPT 853 Health Systems II: Advanced Concepts in Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Lymphatics, and Other Integumentary Systems The course will build on the Health Systems I course to teach students the advanced psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills to become an entry level expert to manage patients with all cardiovascular, pulmonary, lymphatics, integumentary, and other medical and surgical disorders. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format. 152
DPT 854Neuromuscular III: Rehabilitation Principles of Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries3
The course will build on the Neuromuscular I course to teach students the advanced psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills to become an entry level expert to manage patients with all the traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format.
DPT 855Empowering Children and Adolescents to Functional Independence2
This evidence-based course will cover in-depth knowledge on the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and discharge planning for pediatric clients across all settings from birth through adolescence and into young adulthood. Students will build upon concepts of normal development, motor control, and motor learning to develop a theoretical framework for addressing the physical therapy needs of children and adolescents. Emphasis will be placed on empowering children and caregivers to maximize lifelong functional independence
DPT 856Diagnostic Imaging and Clinical Decision Making1
This is the advanced diagnostic imaging course that builds on the knowledge that was previously gained in the introduction to diagnostic imaging course and other clinical courses. The students will learn the guidelines, and ethical and legal considerations for the need of a diagnostic image and electrophysiological testing and need to recommend or refer it to appropriate healthcare professionals. Students will also learn to view and interpret abnormal findings and correlate clinically with the patient’s presentation that would aid in making a clinical diagnosis and physical therapy management. The course will be delivered in a hybrid format.
The course will provide a framework for students to learn and become skilled as a physical therapist in a primary care model. The course will cover medical screening, systems examination and review, differential diagnosis, and recognition of potential red flags that require communication and need for referral to other appropriate health care professionals. The course material will be delivered in both lecture (online and face to face) and laboratory format.
This course will build on all the previous musculoskeletal clinical courses. The students will have the opportunity to put all together their contemporary expertise in a case-based format. The students will practice their psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills to evaluate, diagnose, develop, and implement an efficient and effective plan of care during peer-to-peer simulated clinical scenarios. The course material will be delivered in laboratory format.
DPT 863Health Systems III: Managing Medically Complex Cases1
The course will build on all the previous Health Systems clinical courses. The students will have the opportunity to put together their contemporary expertise in a case-based format. The students will practice their psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills to evaluate, diagnose, develop, and implement an efficient and effective plan of care during peer-to-peer simulated clinical scenarios.
The course will build on all the previous neuromuscular clinical courses. The students will have the opportunity to put together their contemporary expertise in a case-based format. The students will practice their psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills to evaluate, diagnose, develop, and implement an efficient and effective plan of care during peer-to-peer simulated clinical scenarios. 1 credit PREREQUISIES: DPT 854
DPT 865Principles of Evidence of Informed Practice
The course will cover the three principles of evidence based/informed practice. The students will learn to formulate a foreground clinical question, find most relevant and high-quality research article, perform a quantitative and a qualitative appraisal of research articles to answer the clinical question. The course will emphasize making students a consumer of research who are skilled in analyzing and evaluating research that would aid in their clinical decision making. 2 credits PREREQUSITE: DPT 845
Terminal Clinical Experience II is a twelve-week full time clinical affiliation in which the student synthesizes didactic knowledge, practices professional behaviors, and patient management skills in the clinical setting under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Terminal Clinical Experience III is a twelve-week full time clinical affiliation in which the student integrates didactic knowledge, practices professional behaviors, and patient management skills in the clinical setting under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. 154
