The URI Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is an entry-level doctoral program that prepares students as critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and healthcare providers for persons with movement-related dysfunctions. The curriculum emphasizes the development of movement analysis skill, clinical decision making, and evidence-based clinical practice through a 2.5-year graduate study plan.<\/strong> This program prepares graduates for the professional licensure examination and future practice as physical therapists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n The Physical Therapy Program is committed to graduating Doctor of Physical Therapy professionals who are competent, compassionate, and prepared to serve individuals of all backgrounds across the lifespan and in a wide range of clinical settings. Our graduates value evidence-based practice, pursue ongoing professional development, and contribute meaningfully to the health and well-being of their communities. The Program aims to prepare and develop practitioners to uphold the highest ethical standards while providing high-quality care to patient and client populations throughout Rhode Island and across the country. In support of excellence in education, research, workforce development, and the profession of physical therapy, the Program fosters competency-based interdisciplinary learning and evidence-based practice, while promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n The program faculty will: <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n The faculty and staff of the Physical Therapy Department believe:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Rhode Island is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)<\/a>, 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3243 or 800-999-2782 ext. 3243; email: accreditation@apta.org<\/a>; website: http:\/\/www.capteonline.org<\/a>. If needing to contact the program\/institution directly, please call 401-874-5799 or email Brittany Casey<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accreditation by CAPTE is a statement that a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant education program meets the standards for quality set by the profession in areas including educational experiences, faculty, resources and student outcomes. Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited program is required for eligibility to take the national licensing exam. The University of Rhode Island has consistently been awarded the maximal accreditation level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Comments, complaints, or concerns about the URI PT Program can be mailed to the American Physical Therapy Association<\/a>, Attention: Accreditation Department, 3030 Potomac Ave., Alexandria, VA 22305-3085; Fax: 703-684-7343; or emailed to accreditation@apta.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/physical-therapy\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1279\/IMG_8453-scaled.jpg\")
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