Doctor Of Physical Therapy

OverviewThe top-ranked University of Cincinnati Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program prepares you for licensure and practice within the field of physical therapy.Physical therapists are movement experts who optimize quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education.The program's well-rounded curriculum is designed to prepare graduates who will be effective entry-level and contemporary practitioners of physical therapy in a wide variety of clinical settings. The program incorporates traditional classwork, research, and clinical experiences. Courses may involve lectures, active lab demonstrations, course-related field trips, and observations at off-campus sites.Graduates of the program exceed national averages on board exam pass rates and experience a 100% employability rate.Our clinical and research opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, and location in Cincinnati’s medical hub all add to the value of a degree from this program.CareerThe Doctor of Physical Therapy program prepares graduates for a career as a physical therapist.Physical therapists are allied health professionals that promotes optimal health and function through the application of scientific principles to prevent, identify, assess, correct or alleviate acute or prolonged dysfunctions. Once you graduate from a Doctor of Physical Therapy program, pass the board exam, and meet any state laws and exam that is required, you are eligible to work as a licensed Physical Therapist.Graduates of our program find careers working with patients across the lifespan in a variety of locations including:Outpatient clinicsHospitalsPrivate OfficesHome health careNursing homesPhysical therapists provide care to people of all ages who have functional problems, including but not limited to:Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Conditions (heart attack, cystic fibrosis, bypass surgery)Integumentary Conditions (wounds, burns)Neurological Conditions (cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, stroke)Orthopedic Conditions (sprains, fractures, sports injuries, amputations, back and neck pain).The Surgeon General recently urged physicians to battle against opioid addiction. Physical therapy is recommended as a first-line approach.According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for physical therapists is expected to grow 21% (much faster than the national average) and the median pay is $95,620 per year.