Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
GPTKB entity
Properties (53)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
academic degree
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
continuing education requirements
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| gptkbp:awardedBy |
accredited institutions
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| gptkbp:community_engagement |
licensure examination
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| gptkbp:contains |
physiology
anatomy kinesiology therapeutic modalities pathophysiology clinical reasoning |
| gptkbp:duration |
3 years
|
| gptkbp:emphasizes |
evidence-based practice
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| gptkbp:has_a_focus_on |
physical rehabilitation
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
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| gptkbp:includes |
internships
clinical practice |
| gptkbp:involves |
patient assessment
|
| gptkbp:is_a_route_for |
board certification
advanced practice roles Doctor_of_Philosophy_(PhD)_in_Physical_Therapy |
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
many countries
a hybrid program |
| gptkbp:is_designed_to |
restore function
reduce pain improve patient mobility |
| gptkbp:is_essential_for |
physical therapists
sports rehabilitation neurological rehabilitation pediatric rehabilitation orthopedic rehabilitation geriatric_rehabilitation |
| gptkbp:is_governed_by |
state licensing boards
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
healthcare education
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
gptkb:American_Physical_Therapy_Association_(APTA)
a terminal degree World_Confederation_for_Physical_Therapy_(WCPT) |
| gptkbp:is_used_in |
long-term care facilities
home health care services rehabilitation hospitals academic positions in physical therapy programs hospital employment individuals with a background in health sciences inpatient rehabilitation facilities outpatient therapy settings students interested in healthcare careers students interested in movement science students interested in rehabilitation sciences students interested in sports medicine students with a passion for helping others |
| gptkbp:leads |
specialization in areas such as orthopedics
|
| gptkbp:requires |
research project
bachelor's degree |
| gptkbp:type |
professional degree
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