Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Transform Your Future with Quincy University’s Physical Therapy Doctoral Program

Are you ready to advance your career in physical therapy without putting your life on hold? Quincy University’s Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy offers the perfect balance of flexibility, hands-on learning, and academic excellence.

Our innovative hybrid model combines the convenience of online coursework with essential in-person clinical experiences, providing you with a rigorous, comprehensive education that fits into your busy lifestyle. Learn from world-class faculty, gain invaluable real-world experience, and graduate prepared to become a leader in the rapidly evolving field of physical therapy.

“The Quincy University DPT program looks to recruit highly motivated students who are self-starters and thrive on being continuous learners.  I am excited to see the potential that graduate healthcare programs could bring to the University and the Quincy health care community.” Dr. Kathleen Galloway, PT, DSc, LTC USA (Ret) Program Director and Professor of Physical Therapy

The Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) program prepares individuals to evaluate, examine, diagnose, and alleviate physical functional impairments and limitations caused by injury or disease through the design and implementation of therapeutic interventions to promote fitness and health.

The hybrid DPT program includes weekly case discussions throughout the curriculum to help students apply knowledge in clinical scenarios and integrate clinical decision making throughout. In addition, health coaching is interwoven within the curriculum to empower graduates to effectively interact with, lead and inspire their colleagues and patients.

The DPT program at Quincy University implements a comprehensive approach to monitoring and improving student persistence and completion. This process ensures students are supported throughout their academic journey, from enrollment to graduation, and that they successfully meet program learning outcomes, supporting student persistence and completion through academic advising and faculty mentorship, flexible delivery format, community building, and career counseling and professional development.

Key Program Benefits:

• Flexible Learning: Access coursework online and complete clinical experiences in-person, allowing you to study from anywhere while maintaining your professional commitments.
• Hands-On Experience: Engage in clinical training in state-of-the-art facilities, working directly with patients to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios.
• Strong Support System: Our dedicated faculty and staff will guide you every step of the way, providing personalized support and mentorship throughout your journey.

Join a program that will prepare you for a fulfilling and impactful career in physical therapy. Take the next step toward making a difference in the health and well-being of your community.

Inquire today about Quincy University’s Physical Therapy Doctoral Program – where flexibility meets excellence.

For more information about the program:

Contact: Dr. Kathleen Galloway

Applications for these programs have been submitted to the accreditor and are pending HLC approval.

Graduation from a physical therapist education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), is necessary for eligibility to sit for the licensure examination, which is required in all states. The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education,3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085, 703-706-3245; accreditation@apta.org

Candidacy is considered to be an accredited status, as such the credits and degree earned from a program with Candidacy status are considered, by CAPTE, to be from an accredited program. Therefore, students in the charter (first) class should be eligible to take the licensure exam even if CAPTE withholds accreditation at the end of the candidacy period. That said, it is up to each state licensing agency, not CAPTE, to determine who is eligible for licensure. Information on licensing requirements should be directed to the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT;www.fsbpt.org) or specific state boards (a list of state boards and contact information is available on FSBPT’s website).

Quincy University is seeking accreditation of a new physical therapist education program from CAPTE. The program is planning to submit an Application for Candidacy, which is the formal application required in the pre-accreditation stage, on May 1, 2025. Submission of this document does not assure that the program will be granted Candidate for Accreditation status. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status is required prior to implementation of the professional phase of the program; therefore, no students may be enrolled in professional courses until Candidate for Accreditation status has been achieved. Further, though achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status signifies satisfactory progress toward accreditation, it does not assure that the program will be granted accreditation.