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The Elon University DPT
Elon’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), offered through the School of Health Sciences, is founded on solid principles of science and research while integrating a hands-on clinical practicum to reinforce academic theory within the didactic classroom experience. The three-year, full-time program focuses on critical thinking, equitable health practices and community engagement. With an emphasis on holistic patient care and acknowledgement of the interconnectedness between physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being, Elon graduates leave the program as informed leaders in health care and compassionate, reflective global citizens.
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Accreditation Information
The Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Elon University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; visit the CAPTE website. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 336-278-6400 or email dpteprogram@elon.edu.
The program has determined that it meets the state educational requirements for licensure or certification by examination in the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming, the District of Colombia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands secondary to its accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, based on the following:
CAPTE accreditation of a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant program satisfies state educational requirements in all states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Thus, students graduating from CAPTE-accredited physical therapist and physical therapist assistant education programs are eligible to take the National Physical Therapy Examination and apply for licensure in all states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. For more information regarding state qualifications and licensure requirements, refer to the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy website.
Additional requirements for Michigan and Pennsylvania:
The program has determined that it does not meet all of the basic educational requirements for initial licensure by examination in Michigan. In addition to the National Physical Therapy Examination, Michigan requires training in identifying victims of human trafficking and implicit bias training. Learn more about how to meet these training requirements.
The program has determined that it does not meet all of the basic educational requirements for initial licensure by examination in Pennsylvania. In addition to the National Physical Therapy Examination, Pennsylvania requires training in identifying and reporting victims of child abuse. More information about how to meet this condition of initial licensure.
Program policy and procedure that addresses handling complaints that fall outside due process.
Elon DPT Financial Fact Sheet
The Elon DPT Financial Fact Sheet provides a summary of of information for program cost, length, clinical information and average debt.
Elon DPT News
Elon Accelerated Pathways program puts passion on the fast track
Elon’s Accelerated Pathways program allows students to complete their undergraduate studies in three and a half years, and then have the option for an early start in two graduate programs.
School of Health Sciences honors outstanding award recipients
Elon School of Health Sciences proudly announced the recipients of its annual awards, recognizing exceptional achievements in education, research, and community service.
Elon exercise science, performing arts and physical therapy collaborate to celebrate National Biomechanics Day
On Wednesday, April 9, local high school students and faculty from the Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) visited the Francis Center on Elon University’s campus to learn more about biomechanics through engaging activities.
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