The Department of Physical Therapy at California State University, Sacramento is participating in the new Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service, known as PTCAS. Applicants applying to the entry-level professional physical therapist program for the Fall 2009 will apply online using the PTCAS application. Applicants can begin their PTCAS application on August 1, 2008. The PT program application deadline is January 15, 2009. To begin the PTCAS application process, visit the PTCAS web site at www.ptcas.org .
Mission
The mission of the California State University, Sacramento, Department of Physical Therapy is to educate competent physical therapist generalist practitioners who demonstrate ethical, responsible, professional behavior, use evidence derived from research as a base for practice, are sensitive to cultural and psycho-social differences, utilize critical thinking and problem solving, practice life long learning, and provide services that contribute to the optimal health and function of the residents of the communities they serve.
Curriculum
The curriculum of two and half years, including summers, encompasses didactic instruction, laboratory experience, and clinical education. The clinical component consists of thirty weeks of full-time, off-campus clinical internships leading to a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Physical Therapy.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
> September 26 - 38, 2008
Rafael Escamilla, PT, PhD, CSCS, FACSM, will present “Essentials of Strength & Conditioning Symposium", at the California Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference, in Oakland, California.
Brad Stockert, PT, PhD, will present “Screening for Oncological Conditions", at the California Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference, in Oakland, California.
NEWS:
The Gridley Herald (July 16, 2008):
To Quyen Ton "Gridley is a gem"
Sacramento State Bulletin (November 26, 2007):
Physical therapy lab provides
helping hands to students and patients
Sacramento State Bulletin (May 14, 2007):
Physical therapy students work with stroke survivors to minimize paralyzing effects
