Doctor of Physical Therapy

College of Health

Catalog Year: 2022-23

Summary

Degree Specific Credits: 121

Required Cumulative GPA: 3.0

Notes

• The University of Montana Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) Program prepares graduates to be competent physical therapists capable of assuming roles as clinical practitioners, educators, scholars/researchers, administrators, consultants, and advocates. The 8-semester curriculum completed in 33 months provides unique opportunities for students, beginning with strong foundational science content in the first year and culminating with a semester-long clinical internship. Courses include both didactic (classroom) and laboratory (hands-on) learning that complement integrated and full-time clinical experiences beginning in the summer of the first year.
• The D.P.T. degree requires completion of 121 credit hours, which includes 36 weeks of clinical education and 6 elective credit hours.
• The UMPT Clinical Education Program requires students to complete a total of 36 weeks of clinical experience consisting of 2 integrated, part-time experiences in the UM Physical Therapy Clinic and 3 full-time clinical experiences, along with participation in community outreach and interprofessional collaborations to promote professional development outside of traditional physical therapy training.

Required Courses

Minimum Required Grade: C