679 Clinical Internship Continuation Students register as special students to continue with the clinical internship beyond graduation from the Program. Clinical Affiliations Affiliations providing clinical experience to students in physical therapy are integrated with the didactic portion of the curriculum. During the professional program, students alternate between attending classes and attending clinic. The program affiliates with approximately 200 institutions offering students a variety of clinical settings in which to observe and participate in the practice of physical therapy. In consultation with students, the Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education makes the decision as to the clinical assignment of each student.
Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from clinical sites.
Many of the affiliating facilities are not in the immediate Boston area. Travel by private or public transportation is necessary. Housing outside the usual area of residence may also be required and is the student s responsibility. Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and requested medical clearances are required before the first clinical learning experience course. For the final clinical internship, students are placed at a single clinical site for up to 13 months.