GRADUATES OF THE DOCTOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY PROGRAM SHALL:

Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the basic and clinical sciences relevant to physical therapy, both in their fundamental context and in their application to the discipline of physical therapy.
1. Understand, correlate and apply theoretical foundations of knowledge to the practice of physical therapy; evaluate and clarify new or evolving theory relevant to physical therapy.

2. Demonstrate the behaviors of the scholarly clinician by developing and utilizing the process of critical thinking and inquiry, particularly focused on the improvement of the practice of physical therapy and the delivery of health care.

3. Engage in reflective practice through sound clinical decision making, critical self-assessment and commitment to lifelong learning.

4. Demonstrate mastery of entry level professional clinical skills. Provision of these services is based on the best available evidence and includes physical therapy examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, prevention activities, wellness initiatives and appropriate health care utilization.

5. Be prepared to influence the development of human health care regulations and policies that are consistent with the needs of the patient and of the society.

6. Demonstrate leadership, management, and communication skills to effectively participate in physical therapy practice and the health care team.

7. Incorporate and demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviors to all persons.

8. Demonstrate the professional and social skills to adapt to changing health care environments to effectively provide physical therapy care.