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2023 Graduation

Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Pre-Physical Therapy)

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What You’ll Learn

South College’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Pre-Physical Therapy) program is designed to develop the foundational knowledge to pursue admittance to the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Students who do not choose to pursue a DPT program may find opportunities to pursue diverse opportunities in biological, life, or health sciences areas.

In addition to a variety of general education courses, the curriculum includes foundational courses in anatomy, physiology, biology, physics, and chemistry. Students also take courses in healthcare administration, healthcare law and ethics, health science research, health economics, and health science leadership.

In order to apply for admission to the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, applicants must evidence satisfactory completion of a baccalaureate degree and identified prerequisite courses.  The BS Health Science (Pre-Physical Therapy) program is aligned to these requirements.  Physical therapists help people regain their health and mobility with knowledge of human anatomy, leading treatments, and professional, compassionate patient care.

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Keys to Success

Successful students should have drive, focus, and a desire to improve lives through healthcare. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also helpful both for patient care and for working with other healthcare professionals.

South College is committed to supporting all of our students and their career goals with small class sizes, experienced faculty, available tutoring, and the Math and Science Labs for help with core skills.

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Accreditation or Approval

South College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award degrees at the doctorate, educational specialist, master’s, baccalaureate, and associate levels, as well as certificates. Questions about the accreditation of South College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

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Amounts for tuition, fees, books, and supplies are subject to change. South College follows the required methodology provided by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission for the reporting of employment information for graduates. This information is compiled on an annual basis and published via the institution website each year for graduates during the most recently completed reporting year (July 1-June 30). For more detailed information related to the calculation of graduate employment rates, please click here.

Success at South College

Seth Lindsey, BS Health Science (Pre-Physical Therapy)

South College has prepared me for my future goal of becoming a physical therapist by laying a core foundation of tools needed to succeed. Being a military veteran, South's advisors took the time to help me...ensuring I was taking full advantage of every benefit.

- Seth Lindsey, BS Health Science (Pre-Physical Therapy)
William Crunk

I chose South College for several reasons. South provides an excellent academic environment with accessible and exceptional professors, smaller classrooms and accelerated programs.

- William Crunk, Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Audrey Sherles

While I was looking at programs, South College’s DPT program had a unique atmosphere and was a program that was challenging the traditional brick and mortar DPT education model. It was something I wanted to be a part of, and I wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to learn from the top PTs and educators in the country.

- Audrey Sherles, Doctor of Physical Therapy
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