Requirements include satisfactory completion of all courses, seminars, independent study, and research. Course work is divided into required core courses and elective courses. The Committee on Admissions will evaluate courses taken in other fields to determine whether they meet the requirements. Faculty and students are expected to communicate by computer modem, fax, or telephone when not in the classroom. Students will be able to complete course requirements with minimal on-campus time.
Students have up to seven years to complete the degree requirements.
The distance education format enables students to continue their practice as physical therapists while earning the degree. Graduates will be awarded the Ph.D.,P.T. degree upon satisfactory completion of all degree requirements. Students will have their NSU login and password to enter the system. Students must have an Internet provider. This is a required course for all new students.