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Doctor of Physical Therapy Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program

Outcomes of the Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program

Upon completion of the Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program at The University of Findlay, the graduate will be prepared to:

  1. Integrate theoretical knowledge and practical clinical skills to engage in the autonomous practice of physical therapy at the entry level.
  2. Practice as a generalist practitioner with the ability to practice in a variety of settings, geographical locations and roles.
  3. Engage in self-motivated, lifelong learning.
  4. Exhibit professional behaviors, which include ethical conduct, professionalism, critical thinking and problem solving, safe performance, self-development and effective communication.
  5. Demonstrate an awareness of the value of service to the profession and to the community.
  6. Demonstrate an awareness of individual and cultural differences and psychosocial factors, which may affect human function and quality of life across the life span.
  7. Use critical thinking and problem solving skills in clinical practice and research.

Admission Requirements of the Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program

Students wishing to apply for admission to the Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program must have completed the following prerequisite courses:

BIOL 222Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professions I

3
and
BIOL 222LAnatomy and Physiology for Health Professions I Lab

1
or
BIOL 322Human Anatomy & Physiology I

3
and
BIOL 322LHuman Anatomy & Physiology/Lab

1
 
BIOL 223Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professions II

3
and
BIOL 223LAnatomy and Physiology for Health Professions II Lab

1
or
BIOL 323Human Anatomy & Physiology II

3
and
BIOL 323LHuman Anatomy & Physiology II/Lab

1
 
PHYS 250General Physics I/Lecture

3
and
PHYS 250LGeneral Physics I/Lab

1
PHYS 251General Physics II/Lecture

3
and
PHYS 251LGeneral Physics II/Lab

1
 
CHEM 130General Chemistry I/Lecture

3
and
CHEM 130LGeneral Chemistry I/Lab

1
CHEM 131General Chemistry II/Lecture

3
and
CHEM 131LGeneral Chemistry II/Lab

1

MATH 123Elementary Statistics

3

Descriptions of these courses can be found in The University of Findlay undergraduate catalog. Students must receive a “C” or better in all prerequisite courses. Five of the seven prerequisite course groupings should be completed before making application to the program. For purposes of determining 5/7 courses, the lecture and lab of the same course number is considered one course. The completed courses at the time of application will be used for calculating the prerequisite GPA for the review of applications. All prerequisites and baccalaureate degree must be completed by September 1 of the year prior to matriculation. Any prerequisites completed after the application deadline will also be considered in a final prerequisite GPA calculation to ensure entering prerequisite GPA is above a 3.0.

In addition, the following admission criteria must be met:

  1. Minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 and a minimum prerequisite GPA of 3.0. This includes classes from all institutions attended.
  2. In circumstances where the cumulative GPA is between 2.95 and 3.0 and course work was completed over seven years ago, the DPT Admissions Committee may consider the applicant's last 64 hours of college course work and recalculate the GPA to determine if it meets the 3.0 minimum standard.
  3. Evidence of having graduated from a CAPTE accredited PTA program (transcripts may serve as evidence).
  4. Possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution recognized by the University, with the possible exception of first-professional doctorate-degree holders, specifically when no baccalaureate degree was offered (e.g., PharmD, etc.), or a bachelor's degree from PIMA Medical Institute or the Professional Skills Institute of Ohio, which contain the CAPTE Accredited PTA course work.
  5. Minimum of one year of work experience as a PTA (experience as determined by September 1st of the year of application).
  6. Complete the Physical Therapy Central Application Service (PTCAS) which includes the Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program supplemental application materials.
  7. Submit official transcripts, which can be found in the form of attested credentials from a University-recognized document verification agency (i.e., Centralized Application Service application).
  8. Complete GRE with scores reported to PTCAS.

The following items are also considered when determining a student’s admission status:

  1. Recommendations: One faculty member who taught the prospective student and one current or former supervising physical therapist.
  2. Experience in the field, community and professional involvement.

Students, whose native language is not English and who have not graduated from a University of Findlay approved English speaking university, must meet the previously listed admission conditions plus the following for full admission:

  1. Must have a verified International English Language Testing System (IELTS) of 8 composite score with all bands of 7.5 or above, or an equivalent score as indicated on the University of Findlay's English Exam Admission Standards. Full admission is dependent on satisfying all admission requirements.
  2. Provide an affidavit of financial support (original), if not an American citizen or permanent resident.

Additionally, if the applicant supplies a non-U.S. school transcript the University's Office of International Admissions and Services may require additional specific documentation. Contact the Office of International Admissions at 800-472-9502 ext. 4558 or https://www.findlay.edu/admissions/international/.

Requirements of the Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program

In the Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program, the Doctor of Physical Therapy requirements include:

PHTH 504Basic Competencies in Physical Therapy

2
PHTH 505Professional Issues

2
PHTH 514Exercise Physiology for the Physical Therapist

3
PHTH 523Foundations of Evidence-Based Practice

3
PHTH 528Pathology I

2
PHTH 532Principles of Therapeutic Exercise

3
PHTH 545Lifespan Development and Physical Therapy

3
PHTH 548Pathology II

2
PHTH 549Pharmacology

2
PHTH 552Elements of Physical Therapy Practice for the Physical Therapist

5
PHTH 557Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics

4
PHTH 560Musculoskeletal I

5
PHTH 563Foundations in Neuroscience

5
PHTH 564Anatomy I

3
PHTH 565Anatomy II

3
PHTH 601Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy I

3
PHTH 602Neurotherapeutics I

3
PHTH 604Neurotherapeutics II

4
PHTH 610Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy II

2
PHTH 643Motor Control

2
PHTH 644Integrated Clinical Experience

.5
PHTH 646Rehabilitation Technology, Orthotics and Prosthetics

3
PHTH 660Musculoskeletal II

4
PHTH 669Agents and Modalities

3
PHTH 671Integumentary

2
PHTH 678Healthcare Administration in Physical Therapy

3
PHTH 679Community Health and Education in Physical Therapy

2
PHTH 681Musculoskeletal III

2
PHTH 720Clinical Education I, Inpatient

5
PHTH 723Medical Diagnostics

2
PHTH 726Clinical Education II, Outpatient

5
PHTH 730Clinical Education III, Specialty

5
PHTH 737Neurological and Medical Complexity

2
 
PHTH 731Physical Therapy Seminar

1
or
PHTH 732Physical Therapy Forum I

.5
and
PHTH 733Physical Therapy Forum II

.5

No more than two courses with a grade of “C+" or “C” can be used to meet graduation requirements.

Students are required to take PHTH 644 twice, for a total of one semester hour. Students may elect to take PHTH 644 two other times, for a total of two semester hours.

The Physical Therapy program reserves the right to make program and admission requirement changes without giving prior notice.

Effective as of 12/16/2024