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ISU DPT Program
Idaho State University's Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is a professional entry-level degree program preparing students for licensure to practice as physical therapists. The program emphasizes student interaction with patients and clients during classroom, practicum, and affiliation experiences, interprofessional education activities, and an emphasis on service and advocacy. In 2018, we enrolled our first class of 24 students at our new campus in Meridian, Idaho. Successful applicants can study in either Pocatello or Meridian, Idaho. The ISU DPT program offers an affordable 34-month program with an excellent student-to-faculty ratio.
Our Future Is Bright
Physical therapy has been named one of the nation’s 150 best recession-proof jobs by TIME magazine. US News has ranked physical therapists #3 in best healthcare jobs and #6 out of 100 best jobs. Forbes ranked physical therapists 8th in 10 Jobs in High Demand that Require a College Degree. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates a 17% growth in employment and increasing demand for physical therapists over the next 10 years.
More information for prospective students can be found on the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) website. You can also find information from a client's point of view regarding receiving physical therapy at APTA Move Forward
Telehealth Resources for Clinics
Helpful information about Idaho's guidelines for telehealth:
APTA PPS eVisit FAQ- March 19, 2020
CMS Telemedicine Fact Sheet- March 17, 2020
CMS Telemedicine Fact Sheet- March 17, 2020 (highlighted)
HHS OCR Telehealth HIPAA Rules Flexibility- March 17, 2020
CCHCPA State Telehealth Laws Report- 2019 (full)
CCHPCA Idaho Telehealth Laws Report- 2019 (excerpt)
Our Program
March through the Arch at the beginning and end of your academic journey.
Accreditation
The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Idaho State University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
Address: 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100
Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085
Telephone: 703-706-3245
Email: accreditation@apta.org;
Employment Opportunities
The Doctor of Physical Therapy program uses Handshake to connect student and alumni job seekers to employers with open positions. With Handshake, employers are able to specifically indicate their interest in Idaho State University graduates. Employers and job seekers can log in using the links below. We hope this service promoted by ISU's Career Center helps you make a great connection.
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Contact Us
(833) 499-1813
