Mission
The mission of the Physical Therapy Program at the University of Findlay is to empower students to help transform society by optimizing movement and function to improve the lives and well being of those they serve.
Vision Statement for Traditional DPT Program
The vision of the traditional physical therapy program is to produce physical therapist who have meaningful careers, reflective of their individualized and inclusive PT education, and make a positive contribution to society, through their work as critical thinkers and lifelong learners.
Vision Statement for Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program
The University of Findlay's Bridge Program, as the premier program for physical therapist assistants transitioning to a Doctor of Physical Therapy, cultivates the unique skills set of each PTA. The program facilitates the transformation of the PTAs into socially engaged physical therapists, producing professional leaders who are active in their community through evidence-based practice, effective service, and advocacy.
Our Graduates
- Are knowledgeable, have strong clinical experiences and are well prepared for entry-level physical therapy positions
- Work as generalist practitioners
- Display a dedication to self-motivated, lifelong learning
- Are trained to be professional, think critically, solve problems and communicate effectively
- Demonstrate an awareness of the value of service to the profession and to the community
- Demonstrate an awareness of individual and cultural differences and psychosocial factors, which may affect human function
As a graduate you will be ready to:
- Practice autonomously as a professional therapist
- Work as a general practitioner
- Be dedicated to self-motivated, life-long learning
- Understand the value of service to the profession and to the community
- Act professionally, think critically, solve problems and communicate effectively.
- Appreciate awareness of individual needs, cultural differences and psychosocial factors, which may affect human function