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Graduate Program

Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy

Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy

The doctoral program is offered asynchronously 100% online with no requirements for on-campus visits.

If you’re a healthcare professional who is looking to advance your career into research, teaching at a college/university, or management the Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy is the degree for you.

Graduates will be able to seek employment within the five roles of a physical therapist:

  • Educator in higher education
  • Physical Therapy Clinician
  • Administrator (clinical or in higher education)
  • Critical Inquirer (Physical Therapy Clinical Researcher)
  • Physical Therapy Clinical Consultant
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Course Curriculum

Core

INT7001Health and Wellness Theory & Practice
INT7002Healthcare Systems & Management
INT7003Outcome Measurements and Analysis
INT7004Comprehensive Clinical Reasoning
INT7005Pharmacology
TDP7011Differential Diagnosis and Medical Screening
TDP7012Diagnostic Imaging for Physical Therapist

Electives

Two courses (6 credits) are required from list below:
INT7006EInstructional Strategies
INT7008ECourse Development II
INT7007ECourse Development I
INT7009EGrant Writing
INT7010EClinicians in Academia

Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Department Contact Info

Graduate Programs

1001 Bishop St; Suite 1035
Honolulu, HI 96813-3481


+1-808-867-2900
info@umsaz.org

Mon – Thu 7:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

Fri 7:00A.M. – 11:00A.M.

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Special Invitation to Attend A Virtual Open House

Come and meet the Dean and learn more about the program.
You’ll also have an opportunity to discuss your questions with an Admission Counselor.

Join us on May 20th, 2025

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