Academic Catalog
Physical Therapy-Transitional (D.P.T.) 2023-2024 Catalog Year
Marieb College of Health & Human Services
Website: https://www.fgcu.edu/mariebcollege/rehabilitationsciences/physicaltherapy/transitionaldpt-tdpt
(239) 590-7530
(239) 590-7530
Program Admission Requirements
See program website at URL listed above.
Program Progression and Additional Graduation Requirements
- Students must follow a Program of Study approved by the student's faculty advisor.
- Students must receive a grade of "B" ("S" if applicable) or better on all courses within the program curriculum.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 for all courses in the program.
- Submit an application for graduation by the semester deadline listed in the FGCU Academic Calendar.
- Satisfy all university and program graduation requirements as outlined in the catalog and the tD.P.T. Student Guidebook.
- Students entering program with a baccalaureate degree in physical therapy will complete all coursework listed below for a total of 30 credits. Transcripts of students entering the program with a master's degree in physical therapy will be evaluated for course equivalency, and students will be provided with an individualized program of study.
- Students must register for a minimum of one credit during the semester in which they apply for graduation.
- Earn more than 50% of the credits toward the degree through FGCU.
- Earn a minimum of 30 credits.
Program Requirements
Required Courses in the Major (30 credits):
PHT 5016 Prof Writing & Lit. Review (2)
PHT 5353 MDP I: Intro to Pharm & Imaging (2)
PHT 6009 MDP IV: Diagnostic Testing (3)
PHT 6507 PDS V: Medical Spanish for PT (1)
PHT 6606 APP PT Critical Inquiry (3)
PHT 6607 APP PT-Applied Critical Inquiry (3)
PHT 7070 MDP II: Diagnostic Imaging (3)
PHT 7352 MDP III: Applied Pharm for PT (3)
PHT 7951 Capstone I (2)
PHT 7952 Capstone II (2)
PHT 7500 Wellness and Health Promotion (3)
PHT 7533 Prof Issues of Doct Prof (3)
Total Credits Required: 30
