Program Overview

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Introduction to the Master of Physical Therapy Program

The Master of Physical Therapy is an entry-to-practice education credential that is designed for individuals who do not have a previous degree in physical therapy and/or for those individuals who are not eligible to practice in Canada with their current academic preparation.

Program Accreditation

The Master of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Manitoba has been accredited by Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada (PEAC). The status of Accreditation Fully Compliant was granted to the program for the period until June 30, 2026.

Admission Information

Admission to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

Application and Admission Procedures are found in the Academic Guide. Admission requirements for Master's students are found in the Master's Degrees General Regulations section of the Guide.

M.P.T. Admission Requirements

• Completion of a previous undergraduate degree, in any area of study
• Minimum grade point average of 3.25 in the last 60 credit hours of study
• Equivalent IB and/or AP courses will be accepted in lieu of prerequisite courses
• Successful completion of the Multiple Mini-Interview
• A minimum grade of a 3.0 or a "B" in the following prerequisite courses:
  • Human Anatomy (3 credit hours)
  • Human Physiology (3 credit hours)
  • Introductory Statistics (3 credit hours)
  • Psychology (minimum of 3 credit hours from a Department of Psychology)
  • English Literature (minimum of 3 credit hours from a Department of English or a 3 credit hour French Literature course when approved)
  • 3 credit hour Indigenous Studies course

All prerequisite courses need to be completed by the Fall term in the year prior to entry. Equivalent academic courses completed at the University of Manitoba or recognized universities elsewhere will be considered.

English Language Proficiency

For those not educated in English, the Department of Physical Therapy complies with the English language requirements established by the University of Manitoba Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators, and the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba.

Application Information

Students should complete and submit their online application with supporting documentation (if applicable) by the date indicated on the Physical Therapy M.P.T. program of study page.

Degree Requirements

Students in the M.P.T. program must complete 103 credit hours of coursework. All academic and clinical education courses and a professional portfolio must be successfully completed in order to graduate.

Clinical Education Requirements

Clinical education is integrated throughout the M.P.T. program and typically follows major academic components to consolidate knowledge and skills learned in class. It consists of 5x 6 week clinical placements at a variety of sites across the Province. All students should be prepared to complete a minimum of one clinical placement outside of Winnipeg during the course of the program.

Health Requirements

Following their acceptance into the program, all new M.P.T. students will receive instructions regarding completion of the Immunization Package from the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences Immunization Program. Students are required to return their completed packages, including immunization records, by the date published in the packages.

Mask Fit Certification

Current mask fit certification is required for M.P.T. students to participate in clinical placements at many sites.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification

M.P.T. students are required to obtain CPR certification annually. Certification must be through a Heart & Stroke Foundation certified course at the level of Basic Life Support· BLS Provider or higher.

Criminal Record Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check

M.P.T. students are required to obtain and submit a Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector search annually in order to participate in clinical placements.

College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba (CPM) Registration

M.P.T. students must obtain student registration with CPM by September 15 of every year while in the program in order to participate in clinical placements.

Expected Time to Graduate

The expected time to graduate from the M.P.T. program is 2 years.

Progression Chart

The plan of study for the M.P.T. program is as follows:

• Year 1:
  • PT 6100: Foundations of Physical Therapy (5 credits)
  • PT 6110: Foundations to Evidenced-Based Practice 1 (1 credit)
  • PT 6124: Physical Therapy and Hospital Based Care (4 credits)
  • PT 6130: Applied Sciences for Physical Therapy 1 (4 credits)
  • PT 6140: Neuromusculoskeletal Anatomy for Physical Therapy (3 credits)
  • PT 6221: Clinical Skills for Physical Therapy in Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions 1 (6 credits)
  • PT 6224: Clinical Skills for Physical Therapy in Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions 2 (6 credits)
  • PT 6230: Applied Sciences for Physical Therapy 2 (6 credits)
  • PT 6250: Integrated Practice for Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions (3 credits)
  • PT 6260: Physical Therapy Practice and Professional Issues 1 (3 credits)
  • PT 6291: Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Education 1 (6 credits)
  • PT 6292: Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Education 2 (6 credits)
  • PT 6310: Foundations to Evidenced-Based Practice 2 (2 credits)
  • GRAD 7300: Research Integrity Tutorial (0 credits)
  • GRAD 7500: Academic Integrity Tutorial (0 credits)
• Year 2:
  • PT 7121: Clinical Skills for Physical Therapy Neurological Conditions (5 credits)
  • PT 7124: Clinical Skills for Physical Therapy in Cardiorespiratory Conditions (5 credits)
  • PT 7150: Integrated Practice for Cardiorespiratory and Neurological Conditions (3 credits)
  • PT 7160: Physical Therapy Practice and Professional Issues 2 (3 credits)
  • PT 7230: Applied Sciences for Physical Therapy 3 (3 credits)
  • PT 7330: Applied Sciences for Physical Therapy 4 (3 credits)
  • PT 7292: Neurosciences Clinical Education (6 credits)
  • PT 7294: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Education (5 credits)
  • PT 7390: Elective Clinical Education (6 credits)
  • PT 7410: Exercise Prescription and Manual Therapy for Physical Therapists (3 credits)
  • PT 7500: Physical Therapy Evaluation/Research Project (6 credits)

Registration Information

Students should familiarize themselves with the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies 'GRAD' courses applicable to their program.

Regulations

Students must meet the requirements as outlined in both Supplementary Regulation and BFAR documents as approved by Senate.

Supplementary Regulations

Individual units may require specific requirements above and beyond those of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, and students should consult unit supplementary regulations for these specific regulations.

Bona Fide Academic Requirements (BFAR)

Bona Fide Academic Requirements (BFAR) represent the core academic requirements a graduate student must acquire in order to gain, and demonstrate acquisition of, essential knowledge and skills.

Academic Schedule

The academic schedule for the M.P.T. program includes the following dates:

• Year 1:
  • Fall Term Classes: August 5 to December 19, 2025
  • Winter Term Classes: January 5 to April 3, 2026
  • Clinical Education: April 6 to July 31, 2026
• Year 2:
  • Fall Term Classes: August 5 to September 26, 2025
  • Clinical Education: September 29 to December 19, 2025
  • Winter Term Classes: January 5 to March 27, 2026
  • Clinical Education: April 6 to August 7, 2026

Courses

The M.P.T. program includes the following courses:

• PT 6100: Foundations of Physical Therapy
• PT 6110: Foundations to Evidenced-Based Practice 1
• PT 6124: Physical Therapy and Hospital Based Care
• PT 6130: Applied Sciences for Physical Therapy 1
• PT 6140: Neuromusculoskeletal Anatomy for Physical Therapy
• PT 6221: Clinical Skills for Physical Therapy in Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions 1
• PT 6224: Clinical Skills for Physical Therapy in Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions 2
• PT 6230: Applied Sciences for Physical Therapy 2
• PT 6250: Integrated Practice for Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions
• PT 6260: Physical Therapy Practice and Professional Issues 1
• PT 6291: Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Education 1
• PT 6292: Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Education 2
• PT 6310: Foundations to Evidenced-Based Practice 2
• PT 7121: Clinical Skills for Physical Therapy Neurological Conditions
• PT 7124: Clinical Skills for Physical Therapy in Cardiorespiratory Conditions
• PT 7150: Integrated Practice for Cardiorespiratory and Neurological Conditions
• PT 7160: Physical Therapy Practice and Professional Issues 2
• PT 7230: Applied Sciences for Physical Therapy 3
• PT 7292: Neurosciences Clinical Education
• PT 7294: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Education
• PT 7330: Applied Sciences for Physical Therapy 4
• PT 7390: Elective Clinical Education
• PT 7410: Exercise Prescription and Manual Therapy for Physical Therapists
• PT 7500: Physical Therapy Evaluation/Research Project