Distance Learning Advanced Doctoral Degree
 A
strong need for a doctoral program to encourage the professional
growth of physical therapists has been identified. As our health
care delivery systems change and our knowledge base broadens,
it becomes important for licensed physical therapists to continue
their formal studies to assume roles as consultants, educators,
researchers, advanced clinicians, and health care leaders.
Nova Southeastern University's Doctor of Philosophy in Physical
Therapy degree program addresses these needs in a curriculum that
will prepare its students to become leaders in the profession.
Expected Outcomes of Student Learning
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Serve as change agents in healthcare organizations
- Negotiate and advocate for patients, self and others for
the provision of health care services
- Address health care issues of patients through the life cycle
- Educate patients, students, peers and other health care providers
in order to accomplish treatment goals and the goals of the
program
- Consult with organizations for the development of health
care services
- Contribute to physical therapy practice through clinical
research
- Critically appraise the evidence from scientific literature, synthesize findings across studies, and draw appropriate inferences based on current knowledge.
- Formulate study questions that will advance scientific knowledge about topics of importance
- Ensure that the study meets accepted standards for the use of human subjects and ensures the responsible conduct of research in design, implementation and dissemination.
Inquiries should be directed to : Madeleine Hellman, Ed.D.,
MHM, PT (954) 262-1282
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