Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Atlanta
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Atlanta
The South College Doctor of Physical Therapy program is designed for those interested in pursuing opportunities in the physical therapy profession through an innovative program design. Apply today to pursue a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at South College.
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Degree Features
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
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Program Duration
24 months (full-time)
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Financial Aid
Available for qualified applicants
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for qualifying School of Physical Therapy students through a variety of government, state, and local programs, grants, and scholarships. To discuss your financial aid options for pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, contact a member of our admissions team today.
Industry Outlook
Physical therapists restore much more than range of motion for the patients in their care. They restore patients’ freedom to live full and active lives. If you’re interested in working in this growing field and providing physical therapy to patients, the South College Doctor of Physical Therapy program is designed to help prepare you to become a highly skilled and empathetic care provider who delivers exemplary care in today’s multidisciplinary and team-oriented healthcare environment. DPT graduates can also transition seamlessly into a variety of post-professional residency training PT programs in specialties like orthopedics, sports, and neurorehabilitation.
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Atlanta
Program Overview
The South College School of Physical Therapy DPT program was the first in the country to offer the 2-year blended-learning model, designed specifically to reduce the cost of DPT education and fast-track your future career in physical therapy. As a student in this trailblazing Physical Therapy program, you can complete your online coursework from anywhere you like. Onsite lab sessions are held quarterly in Atlanta to help you develop essential hands-on patient management skills. Opportunities for clinical education experiences are also available nationwide. After earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at South College, you will be equipped to pursue opportunities in physical therapy, graduating with relevant knowledge, a passion for healing, and the skills to make a positive impact on your community.
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Accreditation
Effective April 25, 2023, South College, Atlanta campus, DPT program has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]). If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call Dr. Christina Odeh at 470-322-2807 or email [email protected].
Candidate for Accreditation is an accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in professional courses. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status does not assure that the program will be granted Initial Accreditation.
