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Doctor of Physical Therapy Curriculum and Outcomes
The NAU DPT program offers an innovative and learner-centered path to becoming a physical therapist. The curriculum is designed as a Competency and Entrustment-Based Education framework, preparing students for person-centered, value-based care. Guided by expert faculty, students build the skills needed for today’s clinical environment and future practice.
Curriculum Progression
Year 1 Accordion Open
Semester 1 (Fall)
- Contemporary PT Practice 1
- Movement Sciences 1
- Patient Management 1
- Residential PT Immersion 1
- Capstone
Semester 2 (Spring)
- Contemporary PT Practice 2
- Movement Science 2
- Patient Management 2
- Capstone
Semester 3 (Summer)
- Movement Science 3
- Patient Management 3
- Capstone
Year 2 Accordion Closed
Semester 4 (Fall)
- Clinical Education Experience 1 (8 weeks)
- Contemporary PT Practice 3
- Patient Management 4
- Capstone
Semester 5 (Spring)
- Clinical Education Experience 2 (12 weeks)
- Patient Management 5
- Capstone
Semester 6
- Clinical Education Experience 3 (12 weeks)
- Capstone
Degree total credits: 90
See the academic catalog for more information.
Program Outcomes
Flagstaff Mountain Campus Accordion Closed
| TWO-YEAR AVERAGE | |
|---|---|
| Graduation (Classes 2024, 2025): | 99% |
| Licensure (Classes 2023, 2024): | First-time: 81%; Ultimate 98% |
| Employment (Classes 2023, 2024): | 100% |
Phoenix Bioscience Core Accordion Closed
| TWO-YEAR AVERAGE | |
|---|---|
| Graduation (Classes 2024, 2025): | 99% |
| Licensure (Classes 2023, 2024): | First-time: 89%; Ultimate 100% |
| Employment (Classes 2023, 2024): | 100% |