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An ideal option for the working professional, the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Program located at Nova Southeastern University's Tampa Bay Regional Campus, is a entry-level 3 ⅓ years (39 months) program that blends face-to-face and online teaching
using multi-media and engaging teaching strategies.
About the Tampa Bay Program
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.
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.
About the Fort Lauderdale Program
Tampa Bay - Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
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.Ph.D. in Physical Therapy
About the Ph.D. Program
Discover NSU's post-professional opportunities in Neurologic, Orthopedic, or Faculty
Residency.Physical Therapy Residency
About Our Residency Programs
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.
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.