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School of Physical Therapy
Dean: Carolyn K. Rozier, Ph.D., Professor
Location: MCL708 (Denton)
Telephone: (940) 898-2460 (Denton), (214) 706-2300 (Dallas),
(713) 794-2070 (Houston)
Faculty: Professors W. Bartlett, W. Hanten, E. Protas, C. Rozier, M. Sabbahi,A. Walker;
Associate Professors B. MacNeill, S. Morris, S. Olson, L. Petterborg, S. Schafer,
M. Simmonds, S. Smith, M. Thompson;
Assistant Professors P. Gleeson, A. Medley, J. Pauls, T. Roddey, M. Tweedy, S. Wang,
L. Woods;
Associate Clinical Professor S. Sadowsky; Assistant Clinical Professor C. Kelley;
Clinical Instructor R. Patel, J. Utley
To enter a career as a physical therapist a graduate degree
is required. The School of Physical Therapy offers a professional graduate degree
for those entering the profession and M.S. and Ph.D. programs for those who already
are physical therapists but who wish to pursue advanced studies. Undergraduate
programs in various majors at Texas Woman’’ University will prepare the student for
application to the professional masters program.
Students interested in a career in physical therapy may earn a baccalaureate
degree in almost any field such as human biology, kinesiology, psychology, nutrition,
or any other major. By beginning the baccalaureate coursework at Texas Woman's
University the student has the opportunity to complete the prerequisites for the
program and take the PT 1011 and PT 2002 courses while also completing the major
requirements. These physical therapy courses provide information about the profession
and a background in terminology and conditions treated by therapists. At TWU special
degree programs in human biology (see below), kinesiology, nutrition, and psychology
are available which include physical therapy prerequisites. Please refer to those
sections of the catalog for more information.
Special Human Biology or Psychology Emphasis (Accelerated Programs)
Students may begin as freshmen at Texas Woman's University and declare a major
in human biology or psychology with the intent of applying to the professional MS
program in physical therapy. Students are counseled by biology or psychology and
physical therapy faculty to develop a degree plan.
Students may be able to complete the majority of requirements for human biology
or psychology while completing prerequisites for physical therapy by the end of the
junior year. Such an accelerated program would potentially enable a student to
complete the B.S. in Human Biology/Psychology and the M.S. in Physical Therapy in a
total of five years and two months conditional to acceptance into the program in
physical therapy.
Please refer to the Biology section of the catalog for further information on
Human Biology or to the Psychology section.
Students in the human biology/psychology (accelerated) sequence may apply to the
professional program in physical therapy when they have junior standing according
to the major curriculum, are in the process of completing all the human biology/
psychology (accelerated) requirements except for the twelve hours in physical therapy
which will count in the senior year, have successfully completed PT 1011 and PT 2002
on the first attempt; are in the process of completing all prerequisite courses for
the physical therapy program, have met requirements for admission to the Graduate
School, and have met all other requirements for admission as listed in a subsequent
section on Admission Requirements. Students in the accelerated sequence compete with
other applicants for admission to the program in physical therapy.
The profession of Physical Therapy offers many challenges and opportunities for
self-directed and knowledgeable individuals. Coursework in the School of Physical
Therapy is designed to foster independent thinking, problem solving, a strong ethical
commitment toward physical therapy, and a desire for continued study and research.
Additional information on physical therapy as a career choice is available from the
School of Physical Therapy to help potential students better identify their suitability
to the field of physical therapy.
The School of Physical Therapy provides a comprehensive curriculum offering a
professional degree at the master’s level and is accredited by the Commission on
Accreditation of the American Physical Therapy Association. Upon completion of course
requirements for the professional degree, a graduate is eligible* to apply for
licensure to practice physical therapy and for active membership in the American
Physical Therapy Association.
The School of Physical Therapy offers the master's program in Dallas and Houston.
The Dallas center is located adjacent to Presbyterian Hospital, and the Houston center
is in the Texas Medical Center. The program in Houston begins in the fall of each
year and the program in Dallas begins in the summer of each year. Applicants must
indicate the center for which they are applying. Facilities, equipment and faculty
are excellent at either location. Students at both locations are encouraged to have
transportation available to visit clinical facilities at some distance from the
centers.
The professional master’s degree in physical therapy is a 26 month program.
Students are in class year round. As part of the professional curriculum requirements,
students participate in additonal enrichment patient related activities. During the
second year students must be prepared to spend a total of 24 weeks at three different
clinical sites which may necessitate additional expense for housing and transportation.
*Students must meet all requirements for licensure according to State Law and must
not have committed any acts which would cause denial. Refer to Article 4512e, Vernon’s
Civil Statutes, Section 2D for such requirements for Texas. It is the responsibility
of the students to make sure they meet these requirements.
Clinical Sites
Clinical education experiences are an exciting required part of the students’
educational program. Many excellent facilities in and out of the state of Texas are
available. Completion of coursework does not guarantee that a student will be
provided an affiliation at a specific time or at a particular facility as this
depends on the educational needs of the student and the availability of clinical
facilities. However, every attempt will be made to plan a student’s affiliation in
proper sequence.
Application Requirements
Suggested Deadline: November 1
Admission to the professional M.S. curriculum in physical therapy is competitive
and separate from admission to the university. A predetermined number of students can
be accepted based on availability of clinical facilities, space, and faculty.
In addition to general university and graduate school requirements, the School of
Physical Therapy requires the following for application for admission to the master’s
program:
- Completion of Baccalaureate degree (or junior standing in human biology/
accelerated psychology program at Texas Woman’s University)
- In process of completion of all prerequisite coursework
- A minimum grade of B in most prerequisite courses
- A recommended, competitive score of 950 (verbal & quantitative scores)
on the GRE
- Eligibility for acceptance into the Graduate School
- Statement of interest in this profession.
- Two(2) completed recommendation forms from physical therapists (licensed
in the U.S.) at two different physical therapy departments where the student has
observed or worked for a minimum of 20 hours per facility.
- Personal resume
Students with completed applications are reviewed by the Physical Therapy
Admissions Committee. Those students accepted into the program will be notified no
later than the spring of the year for which admission is sought.
Prerequisite Courses
Two semesters of biology or zoology with laboratory.
(courses not accepted as meeting these prerequisites are biology
for non-science majors, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, botany and ecology.)
Two semesters of chemistry with laboratory.
Two semesters of basic physics with laboratory (Physics for non-science majors
does not meet this prerequisite).
One semester of college algebra and one semester of college trigonometry or one
semester of pre-calculus or one semester of calculus.
Two semesters of psychology (not to include statistics).
One semester of statistics - 3 hours.
One semester of physiology (preferably human); or two semesters of anatomy and
physiology; or one semester of anatomy and physiology and one semester of
exercise physiology.
Competency in medical terminology.
Completion of First Aid Course.
Admission Requirements and Process
After applicants are officially notified of provisional acceptance by the
graduate school they must:
- Show evidence of completing outstanding prerequisites with grades of A or
B (prior to first enrollment).
- Show proof of immunization required by the state and proof of
immunization for hepatitis B (prior to first enrollment.)
- Maintain continuous health insurance throughout entire program.
- Show continuous proof of professional liability insurance available
through the University during the first week of the program.
- Maintain current CPR Certificate throughout program.
Progression after Admittance
A student in physical therapy is expected to abide by the regulations as set
forth in the general and graduate catalogs and the written policies of the School
of Physical Therapy. Policies of the school add to or update the information in the
catalog and are subject to annual review. In addition, course offerings and
policies in this catalog are subject to periodic review and change.
- Students must remain in good standing in the graduate school. Please refer to
the Graduate Catalog for further information.
- The courses in the program are sequential by semester and successful
completion of all courses in one semester is required before progression to
the next semester.
- Grades lower than a C are not acceptable in physical therapy coursework.
- Prior to graduation a student must have demonstrated competency in all
areas of physical therapy. Written and practical examinations are used in most
courses to evaluate student competence. Practical exams must be passed with a
grade of 80% in order to successfully complete the course.
- In order to progress to clinical internships the student must comply with
policies of the School of Physical Therapy.
- Progression in clinical coursework is governed by policies related to
grading and safety in the clinical setting and by contracts with clinical
facilities. Clinical sites and the academic coordinator of clinical education
have the right to remove a student from a clinical site.
- If a grade of F is earned in a clinical course, the student is terminated
from the program. In order to be reinstated in the program, the student must
appeal to retake the course by following the appeal process of the school and
the university.
Advanced Degrees
For persons already possessing a baccalaureate degree in physical therapy,
both Dallas and Houston offer a Master of Science degree (postprofessional). In
addition, the Doctor of Philosophy degree is offered at both locations (see
Graduate Catalog for further information.)
Physical Therapy Undergraduate Courses (Offered in Denton only)
PT 1011. Orientation to the Health Professions. Emphasis on physical therapy;
roles and applications of physical therapy; essential communication skills; problem
solving skills; and behaviors needed by a physical therapist.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. One lecture hour a week. Credit: One hour.
PT 2002. Basic Physical Therapy Science I. The profession of physical
therapy to include: history, conditions treated, treatment objectives and functions,
research, communication skills, relationship to medical profession.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. Permission of Instructor. Two lecture hours a week.
Credit: Two hours.
Sample Degree Plan for Professional M.S. Degree in Physical Therapy
SEMESTER 1
PT 5015 Gross Human Anatomy
PT 5011 Seminar I Introduction to Physical Therapy
PT 5021 Seminar II
PT 5022 Biological Principles of Disease
PT 5811 Clinical Practicum I
SEMESTER 2
PT 5033 Medical Kinesiology
PT 5024 Clinical Neuroscience
PT 5013 Applied Life Span Development
PT 5052 Medical Science for Physical Therapists
PT 5073 Evaluation and Assessment in Physical Therapy
PT 5071 Applied Physical Therapy Evaluation
SEMESTER 3
PT 5113 Therapeutic Activities for the Orthopedic Patient
PT 5193 Therapeutic Activities for the Rehabilitation Patient
PT 5111 Applied Orthopedic Management
PT 5123 Extremity Manual Therapy and Rehabilitation
PT 5062 Medicine and Surgery
PT 5191 Applied Neurorehabilitation
SEMESTER 4
PT 5935 Internship I
PT 5042 Psychosocial Aspects of Physical Therapy
PT 5233 Research in Physical Therapy
PT 5871 Professional Project
SEMESTER 5
PT 5153 Physical Therapy Treatment Procedures
PT 5134 Spinal Manual Therapy & Rehabilitation
PT 5881 Professional Project
PT 5221 Exercise Testing
PT 5223 Clinical Management of Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Conditions
SEMESTER 6
PT 5064 Administration of Physical Therapy Services
PT 5801 Patient Care Seminar
PT 5945 Internship II
PT 5891 Professional Project
SEMESTER 7
PT 5955 Internship III
PT 5921 Professional Issues & Topics in Physical Therapy
Post Professional Graduate Courses
PT 5023. Neural Basis of Motion
PT 5083. Quantitative Evaluation in Physical Therapy
PT 5093. Pathophysiology of Therapeutic Exercise
PT 5103. Directed Practicum in Physical Therapy
PT 5166. Neurodevelopmental Approach to Adult Hemiplegia I
PT 5173. Neurodevelopmental Approach to the Pediatric Patient
PT 5183. Neurodevelopmental Approach to Adult Hemiplegia II
PT 5233. Research in Physical Therapy
PT 5263. Functional Physical Therapy Anatomy: Upper Extremity and Neck
PT 5273. Functional Physical Therapy Anatomy: Lower Extremity and Back
PT 5283. Radiologic Review for Physical Therapists
PT 5293. Pathokinesiology
PT 5811. Clinical Practicum I
PT 5822. Clinical Practicum II
PT 5823. Evaluation and Mobilization I
PT 5832. Differential Diagnosis in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
PT 5833. Evaluation and Mobilization II
PT 5901. Special Topics
PT 5903. Special Topics
PT 5911. Individual Study
PT 5913. Individual Study
PT 5923. Analysis of Current Issues and Problems in Physical Therapy
PT 5983. Thesis
PT 5993. Thesis
PT 6013. Supervised Teaching in Physical Therapy
PT 6083. Advanced Instrumentation in Physical Therapy
PT 6101. Practicum in Physical Therapy
PT 6103. Advanced Practicum in Physical Therapy
PT 6213. Computer Applications in Physical Therapy Research
PT 6233. Neurobiological Aspects of Abnormal Motor Behavior
PT 6313. Physical Therapy Applications of Histology and
Pathology of the Musculoskeletal System
PT 6501. Research Dissemination
PT 6503. Advanced Research Problems in Physical Therapy
PT 6511. University Academic Issues
PT 6521. Teaching Strategies in Physical Therapy
PT 6983. Dissertation
PT 6993. Dissertation
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