A core of courses, taken by all students, provides the basis for an understanding of the health care delivery system and an understanding of the role and importance of communications within organizations. Additional courses in advanced sciences, again taken by students in all tracks, provide the critical analysis of treatment methods and the scientific basis of practice. Students select specialized courses designated for each track, which provide them with the opportunity to design an individualized plan of study which meets their needs and interest. The course work is further enhanced through participation in seminars, practica, and research projects. The program is committed to the enhancement of clinical applications by assisting students in the development of basic research skills, the investigation of research questions in the clinical, health care services or health professions education environment, and the acquisition and distribution of new information to society.
Innovative scheduling allows for full and part-time studies.
The Health Professions' Leadership specialization track is designed to provide doctoral education for those health care professionals seeking leadership roles in a variety of health care settings. The coursework can be combined with independent study in order to design a program of study that provides an even closer match for the individual's interests and professional goals. Supervised research and teaching experiences further supplement this comprehensive and rigorous training program, which culminates in the completion of the doctoral dissertation. Movement Science A trend toward the multidisciplinary study of human movement and motor control has resulted in a restructure and redesign of traditional theories of movement. This has contributed to the need for rehabilitation professionals who read and apply new knowledge and findings for clinical or educational practice, and for educators to alter what is taught at the entry-level of practice.