Doctor of Physical Therapy
The physical therapy program prepares entry-level physical therapists. Graduates are prepared to evaluate neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, sensorimotor and related functions to determine the degree of muscle strength, motor development, motion, respiratory ventilation or peripheral circulatory efficiency of individuals. The physical therapist plans and implements appropriate interventions for clients to improve functional abilities and overall quality of life. Graduates are prepared to work in and across a variety of settings. Students enter the program in the summer semester only.
Please contact the physical therapy graduate program office at 316-978-5770 for the most recent information regarding the current curriculum plan.
Athletic Training Program (ATP)
The department of physical therapy offers a graduate degree in athletic training. The mission of the Athletic Training Program (ATP) at WSU is to provide a comprehensive program of academic coursework and field experience that will educate athletic training students for entry-level positions in the profession of athletic training. The ATP strives to meet the standards, educational competencies and clinical proficiencies for athletic training education through professional service, research activities and curriculum design. The ATP abides by the policies and procedures as set forth by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), National Athletic Trainers’ Association Education Council (NATAEC), Board of Certification (BOC) and the Kansas Board of Healing Arts.