Physical Therapy Programs

Better Movement for Patients.

Brighter Future for You

As a physical therapist, your training is a life-changing gift to patients. Restoring their independence. Reducing or eliminating pain. Avoiding the risks and complications of surgery, side effects from long-term medication reliance, or doing the research to determine the most effective treatments. You give people of all ages a brighter tomorrow.

Your career future is equally as bright, given the soaring 17% growth rate and strong earnings P.T.s enjoy through 2031, according to the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Launch a brighter future for yourself — and thousands of appreciative patients. Apply now.

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D.P.T. Fort Lauderdale

D.P.T. Tampa

D.P.T. Dual Degrees

P.T. Ph.D.

PT Residency Programs

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What Makes NSU's Physical Therapy Programs Your Best Choice?

NSU offers a full range of P.T. education. Entry-level, professional D.P.T. programs to a blended Ph.D. program. Residency training and Faculty Residency programs give additional training.

Our highly satisfied graduates give NSU’s P.T. programs top marks in post-graduation surveys on curriculum, faculty support, clinicals, and research.

Our grads do more than score us highly: they actively refer others. Many apply based on recommendations of P.T. alumni and clinical students.

Physical Therapist Programs

Fort Lauderdale - Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

The Dr. Pallavi Patel School of Rehabilitative Sciences’ Fort Lauderdale/Davie Professional Physical Therapy program is three-year, full time program. Non-lab sessions are delivered face to face, using blending learning and via online technology. Face-to-face lab time is dedicated to developing hands on skills, that will give you an edge in your profession.

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Tampa Bay - Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

A flexible 3 ⅓-year DPT program designed to help you balance life's demands while preparing for a rewarding career in physical therapy. An ideal option for individuals seeking flexibility to balance personal, family, or other life commitments, the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at Nova Southeastern University's Tampa Bay Regional Campus, is an entry-level 3 ⅓ year (39-month) program.

The curriculum blends face-to-face and online learning, using multimedia resources and engaging teaching strategies to support student success. While the program structure offers flexibility, some students find it challenging to work more than half-time while enrolled.

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Ph.D. in Physical Therapy

Your goal is teaching or research - shaping the future of the P.T. profession. This rigorous Ph.D. program elevates your knowledge while providing online flexibility. Advance your career from anywhere in the world.

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Physical Therapy Residency

Discover NSU's post-professional opportunities in Neurologic or Faculty Residency.

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Fast Facts

CAPTE ACCREDITED

NSU D.P.T. programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

100%

Our D.P.T. Fort Lauderdale program has a two-year graduate employment rate and NPTE Ultimate Pass Rate of 100%.

22%

Job demand for physical therapists is projected to grow 22% from 2018 to 2028, “much faster than average” compared to all other occupations.

Learn from Leaders in Physical Therapy

Every NSU Physical Therapy faculty member is an experienced practitioner and educator — many are also conference speakers, prominent industry thought leaders and active participants in state, national and international organizations. Most importantly, our faculty are deeply invested in your success. NSU’s low staff-to-student ratio is strictly maintained so that you get more individualized attention and support throughout your program. That extra dedication is a big reason for our graduates’ high program satisfaction ratings and enthusiastic referrals.

Meet Your P.T. Professors

The Department of Physical Therapy at Nova Southeastern University will be nationally and internationally recognized for excellence in the continuum of physical therapist education.

The Department of Physical Therapy at Nova Southeastern University develops exemplary physical therapist leaders, scholars, and educators who embrace diversity, inclusivity, advocacy, innovation, and collaboration.