Overview
The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is a 31-month (including summers), entry-level professional program emphasizing the scientific basis of human structure and human movement, the spiritual basis of human worth, and the integration of these foundational elements into a comprehensive and problem-solving, evidence- and consensus-based approach to artful evaluation and skillful treatment. Graduates have a solid generalist perspective of patient care in a variety of professional treatment settings with a strong foundation for post-professional specialization and lifelong learning.
Benefits and Distinctives
- Earn a highly respected doctorate in 31 months (including summers)
- Gain a solid, generalist perspective of patient care
- Prepare with some of the nation's leading experts in the field
- Integrate a distinct Christian perspective into your clinical approach
- Learn to care for patients holistically
- Prepare for specializations in orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, clinical electrophysiology, pediatrics, geriatrics, and sports
- Join one of the fastest growing sectors of health care
- Enjoy autonomy as a primary health care provider
Learn more about the program and our faculty.
Accreditation
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), one of six regional organizations in the U.S., accredits Azusa Pacific University. In addition, the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Azusa Pacific University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Questions or comments regarding the accreditation status of Azusa Pacific University may be directed to CAPTE at 1111 N. Fairfax St., Alexandria, VA 22314-1488, (703) 684-2782.
University Reputation
Azusa Pacific University held its place for the second year in the most prestigious category of the U.S.News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2009, ranking in the third tier of the national category. Additionally, for the first time, APU ranked ninth among the best up-and-coming national universities. Previously, APU was ranked in the top 25 schools within the Western Universities-Master’s category, enjoying prominent placement and recognition for outstanding first-year and service-learning programs.
According to Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine, APU ranked number 6 in the nation in awarding the most master’s degrees to Hispanics. In addition, The Princeton Review included APU as 1 of 120 colleges in the 2009 Best in the West category.
