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.

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