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Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program
The Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program is a unique and innovative hybrid program designed for working Physical Therapist Assistants. The program prepares graduates to practice as generalist professional Doctor of Physical Therapists dedicated to life-long learning.
Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program Highlights
- This is the first Bridge program developed in 1994 and graduated the first class in 1997.
- Our program is designed for the working PTA by offering a weekend format.
- As working professionals, we integrate many classroom experiences into your clinical practice to help with the application of the material and to give you time to practice your newly acquired DPT skills.
- Our students bring a variety of experiences ranging from 1-35 years as practicing PTA professionals, working in a variety of settings across 47 different states.
- Our program offers small community cohort sizes of no more than 36 students.
- There is a strong emphasis on clinical experiential learning. We have contracts with over 2,000 clinical sites across the United States after the end of the didactic phase of the program.
Our PTA to DPT Bridge Program prepares graduates to:
- Practice as professional therapists
- Work as generalist practitioners
- Display a dedication to self-motivated, life-long learning
Accreditation
The Traditional and Bridge Doctor of Physical Therapy Programs at The University of Findlay are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia.
Admission Requirements
The admission requirements for the Weekend PTA to DPT Bridge Program are as follows:
- Please refer to the official program website or contact the program directly for the most up-to-date admission requirements.
Tuition
- Please refer to the official program website or contact the program directly for the most up-to-date tuition information.
Financial Fact Sheets
- Traditional Program
- Bridge Program
Program Outcomes
- Please refer to the official program website or contact the program directly for the most up-to-date program outcomes information.
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The University of Findlay (UF) is a private Christian university located in Findlay, Ohio. Established in 1882 through a partnership between the Churches of God General Conference and the city of Findlay, UF emphasizes academic excellence, transformative experiences, and a supportive community grounded in faith.
Academic Programs
UF offers over 85 undergraduate majors and 16 graduate programs, including 11 master's and 5 doctoral degrees. Notable areas of study include health professions, business, education, sciences, and equestrian studies.
Campus & Community
- Main Campus: 86 acres in Findlay, Ohio, featuring academic buildings, residence halls, and athletic facilities.
- Additional Facilities: Including a 153-acre Western Farm and Animal Sciences Center, a 52-acre English equestrian complex, and the Mazza Museum, which houses over 17,000 original artworks from children's picture books.
UF fosters a diverse student body, with students from 32 states and 51 countries, and maintains a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
Recognition
The university has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, and Money Magazine for its academic programs and student experiences.
