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Nov 25, 2024
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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Exercise Science BS - Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration/ Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
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Admission Criteria
- Must be a current Exercise Science major in the Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration
- Complete all prerequisite coursework
- Minimum prerequisite GPA of 3.000
Current students wishing to pursue the combined Exercise Science BS - Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration / Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) must apply to the DPT program during year three. Enrollment is limited. Visit the DPT program admissions page for more information.
Exercise Science Core (24 credits)
Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration Core (54 Credits)
Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration Electives (6 Credits)
Must complete ES 496 for 3 credits. Choose the remaining 3 credits from the list below.
DPT Requirements (107 Credits)
- PT 501 - Professional Development I Credits: 1
- PT 502 - Professional Development II Credits: 1
- PT 503 - Medical Sciences I Credits: 3
- PT 504 - Medical Sciences Credits: 3
- PT 505 - Evidence Based Practice Credits: 1
- PT 506 - Pain Management Credits: 3
- PT 508 - Cardiopulmonary PT Credits: 5
- PT 509 - Foundations of PT I Credits: 5
- PT 510 - Foundations of PT II Credits: 4
- ES 510 - Exercise Assessment and Prescriptions Credits: 3
- PT 511 - Health and Wellness Credits: 3
- PT 512 - Clinical Experience I Credits: 4
- PT 601 - Musculoskeletal PT I Credits: 6
- PT 602 - Musculoskeletal II Credits: 6
- PT 603 - Neuromuscular I Credits: 6
- PT 604 - Neuromuscular PT II Credits: 4
- PT 605 - Interprofessional Case Management Credits: 3
- PT 607 - Professional Development III Credits: 1
- PT 608 - Evidence-Based Practice II Credits: 2
- PT 611 - Foundations in PT III Credits: 3
- PT 612 - Integumentary PT Credits: 4
- PT 613 - Clinical Experience II Credits: 4
- PT 614 - Clinical Internship Credits: 6
- PT 701 - Management for Rehab Professional Credits: 4
- PT 703 - Critical Analysis of Patient Care and Management Credits: 4
- PT 705 - Lifespan Physical Therapy Credits: 4
- PT 707 - Professional Development IV Credits: 2
- PT 712 - Clinical Residency I Credits: 6
- PT 713 - Clinical Residency II Credits: 6
Notes
*Students can only use one Biochemistry course towards their elective requirement Total Credits Required for Undergraduate Major: 84
Additional Degree Requirements Include:
Additional coursework to fulfill UB Curriculum requirements Elective courses as needed to complete the 214 credit hour total
Total Undergraduate Credits Required: 107
Total Credits Required for Graduate Degree: 107
Total Credits Required for Graduation: 214
Total Credit Hours Required represents the minimum credits needed to complete this program, and may vary based on a number of circumstances. This should not be used for financial aid purposes.
Academic Requirements
Students must maintain an overall undergraduate GPA of ≥ 3.000 to be eligible for admission to the graduate DPT program. Students failing to maintain this GPA requirement may remain in the Exercise Science BS - Pre-PT concentration program, but will not be eligible for admission to the graduate DPT program. Undergraduate students must apply to the DPT graduate program in the Fall of Year 3. Refer to the DPT Admissions website for details.
Program Distinction
A student in this major is eligible for Program Distinction upon degree conferral if the criteria are met. Criteria are found under Academic Honors in the Policy and Procedure section of this Catalog. Program Distinction is noted on the official transcript.
Curricular Plan
A Curricular Plan provides a roadmap for completing this academic program and the UB Curriculum on time. Your actual plan may vary depending on point of entry to the university, course placement and/or waivers based on standardized test scores, earned alternative credit and/or college transfer credit.
Fourth Year Fall
- PT 501LEC - Professional Development I Credits: 1
- PT 503LEC - Med Science 1 Credits: 3
- PT 506LS - Pain Management Credits: 3
- PT 509LLB - Foundations of PT 1 Credits: 5
- PT 511LLT - Health and Wellness Credits: 3
- ES 510 - Exercise Assessment & Rx Credits: 3
Fourth Year Spring
- PT 502LEC - Professional Development II Credits:1
- PT 504SEM - Medicine 2 Credits:3
- PT 505LEC - Evidence Based Practice I Credits:1
- PT 510LLB - Foundations of PT 2 Credits:4
- PT 601LLR - Musculoskeletal PT 1 Credits:6
- PT 611LLB - Foundations of PT 3 Credits:3
Fifth Year Fall
- PT 508SLL - Cardiopulmonary PT Credit: 5
- PT 602LLR - Musculoskeletal PT 2 Credit: 6
- PT 603SLL - Neuromuscular PT 1 Credit: 6
- PT 512TUT - Clinical Experience 1 Credit: 4
Fifth Year Spring
- PT 604LLR - Neuromuscular PT 2 Credits: 4
- PT 605SEM - Interprofessional Case Managem Credits: 3
- PT 607LEC - Professional Development III Credits: 1
- PT 608LS - Evidence Based Practice II Credits: 2
- PT 612LLB - Integumentary PT Credits: 4
- PT 613TUT - Clinical Experience 2 Credits: 4
Sixth Year Fall
- PT 701LR - MG for Rehab Professional Credits: 4
- PT 703SR - Critical Analysis Credits: 4
- PT 705LLB - Lifespan Physical Therapy Credits: 4
- PT 707LEC - Professional Development IV Credits: 2
- PT 614TUT - Clinical Internship Credits: 6
Sixth Year Spring
- PT 712TUT - Clinical Residency I Credits: 6
- PT 713TUT - Clinical Residency II Credits: 6
Total Credits Required: 214
Note: Some classes may count toward both a major and UB Curriculum requirement.
Learning Outcomes
Undergraduate Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of essential principles and vocabulary of exercise science.
- Apply scientific knowledge to improve human health, fitness and performance.
- Demonstrate entry-level skills as an exercise science practitioner.
- Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to evidence-based practice and prudent decision-making skills.
- Display competence in oral, written and digital communication skills.
- Demonstrate effective team work and interpersonal skills in working with clients, supervisors and professional colleagues.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills to a variety of scenarios relevant to practice as an exercise science professional.
Graduate Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate competency in the provision of evidence-based care to patients across the lifespan with neuromusculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and integumentary disorders through screening, examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment planning, intervention including health promotion, and outcome measurement.
- Demonstrate competency in interprofessional collaborative practice skills including values and ethics, roles and responsibilities, communication, cultural sensitivity and teamwork.
- Serve as participants and leaders of health care teams, community organization and professional associations.
(HEGIS: 08.35 PHYSICAL ED METHODOLOGY, CIP: 26.0908 Exercise Physiology)
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