Mission

The mission of the physical therapy program is to:

• Provide an opportunity for individuals with diverse cultural and experiential backgrounds to become physical therapists
• Prepare entry-level physical therapists to be autonomous practitioners, recognized and promoted as practitioners of choice for persons with conditions that affect movement, function, wellness, and health
• Prepare practitioners with the ability to identify cultural psychological, social, and financial needs of patients and their communities in order to maximize intervention outcomes
• Prepare practitioners who will provide services to the academic, professional, and public communities
• Prepare practitioners to internalize and demonstrate ethical practice and life-long learning
• Engage in and facilitate the growth and development of the profession through scholarly activity and contributions
• Prepare students to communicate effectively across the broad spectrum of people such as healthcare team members, third-party providers, patients/clients and families, and members of the public