First year students interested in physical therapy at UVM may get further information by reading about our Master of Physical Therapy Program . In the first and sophomore years of the program, students will concentrate on the necessary prerequiste courses in the humanities, sciences, and social studies. In the sophomore year, the student will begin the basic sciences of anatomy and physiology and introductory courses in Physical Therapy. The Junior and Senior years are devoted to the professional program. During the professional program, clinical education experiences provide the student with concurrent opportunities to apply acquired knowledge and skills.
Clinical assignments provide opportunity for observation of concepts in practice.
Practice of basic tests and measurements used by physical therapists to identify abnormalities of musculoskeletal system. Preparation to fulfill communication responsibilities of clinical practice. Basic physiological changes throughout the life cycle. Selected clinical topic areas. An overview of health care in the United States emphasizing the social, cultural, economic, regulatory, and political systems as they affect the practice of physical therapy.