Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Overview
The USF Health School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences has launched a new state-of-the-art simulation lab, revolutionizing the way students gain practical experience in the field. This innovative facility allows students to familiarize themselves with inpatient settings, providing invaluable hands-on training before they embark on their clinical education or begin their professional practice.
DPT Program Mission and Vision
Mission:
The Mission of the DPT Program is to prepare highly skilled physical therapists who are committed to contemporary practice and dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of society. Our program emphasizes the development of movement system experts who demonstrate excellence in clinical practice, leadership, ethics, and professional behavior. We strive to foster a learning environment that encourages innovation, critical thinking, scholarship, and a lifelong commitment to advancing the field of physical therapy.
Vision:
The Vision of the DPT Program is to be recognized as a leading DPT program known for excellence in scholarship, service, and the cultivation of exceptional physical therapists who positively impact the health of society
Program Focus
Our Doctor of Physical Therapy program focuses on training the next generation of Physical Therapists that will work Moving Lives Forward through innovation, discovery, knowledge, expertise, leadership, collaboration, and partnerships.
Our program stands out for the following:
100% Faculty involvement in local, state, and national PT professional organizations
Strong interprofessional education environment (DPT, MD, PharmD, Nursing, Public Health)
Ranked in the top 15% of programs by U.S. News and Report
Our own on campus PT Center (15,000 patient encounters & 100% Board Certified PT’s)
Human Functional Performance Lab – Research
Evidence Based Practice
1st state university to offer DPT in Florida
Location in Tampa: 8+ teaching hospital and diverse patient population