The following text is taken from The University of Findlay's current undergraduate and/or graduate catalog.

To receive your undergraduate bachelor of science degree from The University of Findlay, you must also complete BS/Graduation and Degree Requirements in addition to your physical therapy curriculum.

Program Options
The Physical Therapy Program offers two options, Traditional and Weekend College (WEC), for students to complete a Master of Physical Therapy degree. In the Traditional Program, students take three years of prerequisites, then three years of professional study, for a total of six years. At the end of the fourth year, students receive a B.S. degree in Health Sciences, with a pre-physical therapy emphasis. After successful completion of the sixth year, students receive a Master of Physical Therapy degree. The Weekend College Program is designed for individuals who are licensed physical therapist assistants with completed baccalaureate degrees. After successful completion of two and one-half years of graduate study, students in this program also receive a Master of Physical Therapy degree.

Mission and Goals of the Program
The mission of the physical therapy programs at The University of Findlay is to prepare ethical, entry-level practitioners who are competent within and sensitive to the ever-changing health care environment as it relates to the prevention and alleviation of movement dysfunction.

Traditional Physical Therapy Program
The mission of the Traditional Physical Therapy Program is to provide entry-level physical therapist education to traditional students within a supportive, student-centered environment. The curriculum emphasizes lifelong learning, critical thinking, the Nagi Disablement Model and service to the community.

Upon completion of the Traditional Physical Therapy Program at The University of Findlay, the graduate will be prepared to:

I.    Integrate theoretical knowledge and practical clinical skills in order to engage in the autonomous practice of physical therapy at the entry level.

II. Practice as a generalist practitioner with the ability to practice in a variety of settings, geographical locations and roles.

III. Engage in self-motivated, lifelong learning.

IV. Exhibit professional behaviors that include ethical conduct, professionalism, critical thinking and problem solving, safe performance, self-development and effective communication.

V. Demonstrate an awareness of the value of service to the profession and to the community.

VI. Demonstrate an awareness of individual and cultural differences and psychosocial factors, which may affect human function and quality of life across the lifespan.

VII. Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills in clinical practice and research.

Degree Requirements
In the Traditional Physical Therapy Program, students take three years of prerequisites, then three years of professional study, for a total of six years. At the end of the fourth year, students receive a Bachelor of Science degree in health sciences, pre-physical therapy emphasis. After successful completion of the sixth year, students receive a Master of Physical Therapy degree.

For the baccalaureate degree with a major in health science-pre-physical therapy emphasis, the following courses must be completed: PHTH 401, 405, 407, 409, 411, 413, 415, 421, 423, 425, 427, 429, 431, 433, 435; HEPR 150, 220, 425; HPE 308; PHED 336; BIOL 322, 322L, 323, 323L; CHEM 130 or 140, 130L or 140L, 131 or 141, 131L or 141L; PHYS 250, 250L, 251, 251L; PSYC 100, 210, 333.

Students who have completed the courses listed above will continue on and complete a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) degree. The MPT requirements include PHTH 503, 513, 515, 517, 519, 521, 525, 526, 532, 603, 615, 617, 619, 623, 625, 640; PHTH 616, 636 and 656 or 628, 648 and 658; HEPR 505, 507.

No more than two courses with a grade of “C+,” “C” or “C-” can be used to meet graduation requirements.

Accreditation
The Traditional Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314; accreditation@apta.org; 1-703-684-2782 or 1-703-706-3245.

Admission Requirements
Students may apply for admission to the program in their third year of undergraduate work. Prior to admission, they must have completed all of the University general education requirements and competencies plus the following prerequisites: HEPR 150, 220; HPE 308; PHED 336; BIOL 322, 322L, 323, 323L; CHEM 130 or 140, 130L or 140L, 131 or 141, 131L or 141L; MATH 123; PHYS 250, 250L, 251, 251L; PSYC 100, 210, 333.

Students must receive a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisite courses. Please note: for student with completed baccalaureate degrees, HEPR 150, the liberal arts prerequisites and competencies are waived.

In addition, the following admission criteria must be met.

1. Minimum overall grade point average of 3.0, and a minimum science prerequisite GPA of 3.0.

2. Complete a total of 100 hours of observation in two different physical therapy settings, with a minimum of 20 hours in each setting.

3. Completion of the traditional program application materials.

4. Criteria such as science GPA, recommendations and experience in the field, community and professional involvement are also considered.

5. Students enrolled at The University of Findlay are given special consideration.

The Physical Therapy Program reserves the right to make program and admission requirement changes without prior notice.

Weekend College Physical Therapy Program
The mission of the Weekend College Physical Therapy Program is to provide an innovative means of providing entry-level physical therapist education to individuals with past education and practice experience as physical therapist assistants. The curriculum emphasizes lifelong learning, critical thinking, an interdisciplinary approach, the Nagi Disablement Model and the principles of androgogy.

Upon completion of the Weekend College Physical Therapy Program at The University of Findlay, the graduate will be prepared to:

I. Practice as a well-qualified, ethical professional who is able to integrate theoretical foundations with clinical reasoning skills and build upon his or her experiences in order to engage in autonomous practice.

II. Practice as generalist practitioner with the ability to practice in a variety of settings, geographical locations and roles.

III. Demonstrate a dedication to self-motivated, lifelong learning.

Degree Requirements
In the Weekend College (WEC) Program, the MPT requirements include PHTH 504, 508, 510, 514, 520, 521, 522, 526, 528, 532, 549, 550, 557, 560, 563, 602, 604, 630, 632, 640, 646, 650, 660, 690, 720, 726, 730; PHTH 616, 636 and 656 or PHTH 628, 648 and 658; HEPR 505, 549, 610. No more than two courses with a grade of “C+,” “C” or “C-” can be used to meet graduation requirements.

Accreditation
The PTA to PT program offered in the weekend college format is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314; accreditation@apta.org; 1-703-684-2782 or 1-703-706-3245.

Admission Requirements
Students wishing to apply for admission to the Weekend College Physical Therapy Program must have completed the following prerequisite courses: BIOL 322, 322L, 323, 323L; PHYS 250, 250L, 251, 251L; CHEM 130 or 140, 130L or 140L, 131 or 141, 131L or 141L; MATH 123. Descriptions of these courses can be found in The University of Findlay undergraduate catalog. Students must receive a “C” or better in all prerequisite courses. Five of the seven prerequisite courses should be completed before making application to the program.

In addition, the following admission criteria must be met:

1. Minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 and a minimum science GPA of 3.0.

2. Evidence of having graduated from an accredited PTA program (transcripts may serve as evidence).

3. Evidence of completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution prior to beginning the professional program.

4. Minimum of one year of work experience as a PTA prior to applying.

5. Completion of the weekend college physical therapy program application materials.

The Physical Therapy Program reserves the right to make program and admission requirement changes without prior notice.