Physical therapy (PT) is a vital health discipline in the continuum of care and one of the fastest-growing health professions. The rising number of aging baby boomers staying active later in life and people with mobility issues stemming from diabetes, obesity and other chronic conditions fuel demand for more physical therapist in a variety of healthcare settings.
The FIU Physical Therapy department is meeting this demand through its Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. Our student-centered program prepares an ethnically, racially and culturally different group of people to become caring and competent physical therapists.
Graduates prepare through a combination of an evidence-based curriculum, culturally relevant clinical research, critical thinking, scholarship and community leadership to help eliminate health disparities and advance the practice of physical therapy.
As one of the six departments of the Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences, FIU Physical Therapy promotes effective interprofessional collaboration across fields, advanced research in healthcare delivery and evidence-based practice, as well as significant engagement with communities and partners around the world.
Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Financial Fact Sheet, 2023-2024
Degrees & Programs
Take the first step in the world of physical therapy
Designed for aspiring healthcare professionals, it combines rigorous academics with hands-on clinical training. Learn from expert faculty, apply evidence-based practices, and develop the skills to improve mobility, prevent injury, and enhance quality of life.
Engage in Hands-On Learning in Physical Therapy
Immerse yourself in practical training and cutting-edge research that drive advancements in physical therapy and rehabilitation. Our programs emphasize evidence-based methods and forward-thinking systems to deepen your knowledge and clinical expertise.
Discover our state-of-the-art CARE Center, where students refine their skills, apply theory to practice, and work alongside faculty in a dynamic, real-world environment.
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The Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Florida International University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) , | 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085;telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org website: www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 305-348-6640 or email ktackoor@fiu.edu
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FIU Physical Therapy
Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Modesto A. Maidique Campus | AHC 3, Rm. 431A
11200 SW 8 Street | Miami, Florida 33199
Tel: 305-348-6640
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