For information regarding articulation agreements between Cabrini College and professional programs offering a doctor of physical therapy (D.P.T.), refer to the Undergraduate Catalog or contact the department chair.
Most institutions offering a master's degree in physical therapy (M.P.T.) require applicants to have a baccalaureate degree and to have completed a defined set of prerequisite courses.
All D.P.T. programs require a baccalaureate degree and completion of specific prerequisites.
Prerequisite courses and entrance requirements vary between different programs; however, most programs require the following courses:
- General Biology I and II
- Anatomy and Physiology I and II
- General Chemistry I and II
- General Physics I and II
- Introduction to Psychology
- Advanced Psychology
- English Composition
- Statistics
Mathematics, English, and computer prerequisites vary depending on the program.
Additional courses in psychology, sociology, communication, and the humanities may also be required.
For more information about physical therapy programs and prerequisites associated with particular physical therapy programs, contact Dr. Melinda Harrison.