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Notice of Non-Discriminatory PolicyThe University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.has an open admission policy and does not discriminate onthe basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability,national or ethnic origin, or marital status in administrationof its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, orany other school administered programs.The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc. isa private, independent, post-secondary University licensedby the Bureau for Private, Post-secondary Education inCalifornia, the Commission for Independent Education,Florida Department of Education in Florida and the TexasHigher Education Coordinating Board and the TexasWorkforce Commission in Texas.Subject to Change Without NoticeAugust 2012 (Revised 5//21/13)

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FLEXIBLE PART-TIME MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (MOT) ........................................... 60Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................................................... 60Program Prerequisites .................................................................................................................................................. 60Curriculum ...................................................................................................................................................................... 61FLEXIBLE PART-TIME DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT) .......................................................... 63Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................................................... 63Program Prerequisites .................................................................................................................................................. 64Curriculum ...................................................................................................................................................................... 65MASTER OF ORTHOPAEDIC ASSISTANT (MOA).............................................................................................. 68Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................................................... 68Program Prerequisites .................................................................................................................................................. 68Curriculum ...................................................................................................................................................................... 68TRANSITIONAL DOCTOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (OTD) ............................................. 70Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................................................... 70Program Learning Outcomes ..................................................................................................................................... 70Admission Requirements ............................................................................................................................................. 70Curriculum ...................................................................................................................................................................... 73Tuition and Fees ............................................................................................................................................................. 75TRANSITIONAL DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT) ............................................................. 76Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................................................... 76Program Learning Outcomes ..................................................................................................................................... 76Admission Requirements ............................................................................................................................................. 76Curriculum ...................................................................................................................................................................... 80Specialty Tracks – Certifications ........................................................................................................................ 80Elective Courses ..................................................................................................................................................... 81Tuition and Fees ............................................................................................................................................................. 82DIVISION OF POST-PROFESSIONAL STUDIES ......................................................................................... 83General .................................................................................................................................................................................... 83DOCTOR OF HEALTH SCIENCE (DHSc) ........................................................................................................ 83Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................................................... 83Program Objectives ...................................................................................................................................................... 83Admission Requirements ............................................................................................................................................. 84Curriculum ...................................................................................................................................................................... 86Tuition and Fees ............................................................................................................................................................. 87DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (EdD) ......................................................................................................................... 88Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................................................... 88Program Objectives ...................................................................................................................................................... 88Admission Requirements ............................................................................................................................................. 88Program Overview ........................................................................................................................................................ 89Curriculum ...................................................................................................................................................................... 90Tuition and Fees ............................................................................................................................................................. 90COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 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DIVISION OF PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION ........................................................................................... 123CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (CPE) ............................................................................. 123Certifications ................................................................................................................................................................. 123Manual Therapy Certification (MTC) ........................................................................................................... 123Primary Care Certification (PCC) .................................................................................................................. 124Sports Physical Therapy Certification (STC) ............................................................................................... 125Cranio-mandibular Head, Neck, and Facial Pain (CFC) .......................................................................... 125Registration Policies and Procedures for CPE and Certifications ................................................................... 126CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDIC RESIDENCY ..................................................................................................... 129Mission Statement ....................................................................................................................................................... 129Program Objectives .................................................................................................................................................... 129Admission Requirements ........................................................................................................................................... 129Program Requirements .............................................................................................................................................. 130Program Tuition and Fees ......................................................................................................................................... 130ORTHOPAEDIC MANUAL PHYSICAL THERAPY FELLOWSHIP ............................................... 131Mission Statement ....................................................................................................................................................... 131Program Objectives .................................................................................................................................................... 131Admission Requirements ........................................................................................................................................... 131Responsibilities and Learning Activities ................................................................................................................. 132Program Tuition and Fees ......................................................................................................................................... 132FACULTY FOR CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION ...................................................... 134FACULTY FOR THE PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS ....................................................... 137vi

Message from the PresidentWelcome to our University Catalog 2012-2013. This document outlinesour admission requirements, academic policies, and educationalprograms. As you review this document, you will see that we have threedivisions: First Professional Studies, Post-Professional Studies, andProfessional Education with multiple degree and non-degree programslisted. Each of these programs focuses on foundational sciences andconcepts, sound decision-making, and strong technical skilldevelopment.This university prides itself in providing contemporary, evidenceinformedprograms that present students with many enriching andexciting learning opportunities designed to meet their professionalgoals. The graduates from our programs are known for their dedication to professionalism and lifelonglearning that promote their respective professions.Our core faculty is varied and passionate about their chosen professions. Each faculty member has releasetime to practice clinically and is encouraged to pursue scholarship in their respective specialty areas to betterprovide evidence in the classroom and influence current practice standards.We offer flexible approaches to educational delivery that can meet the needs of the adult learner utilizingclassroom, laboratory, and web-based learning activities. We also support achieving dual degrees in thehealth sciences as a way to promote holistic patient care.We are a national and international university, with multiple campuses in the United States and affiliationagreements in several countries.The University achieves its values by keeping our attention on student success in meeting expected learningoutcomes, current trends in health care and education, and leadership in our professions. All while achievingan innovative, compassionate learning environment.Thank you for taking the time to learn about the University of St. Augustine and all that it has to offer.Wanda B. Nitsch, PT, PhDPresident/Chief Academic Officervii

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GENERAL INFORMATIONLicensureThe Bureau for Private, Post-secondary Education approves The University of St. Augustine for HealthSciences, Inc. San Marcos, California campus. Information regarding the San Marcos programs or anyquestions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by theinstitution may be directed to the Bureau for Private, Post-secondary Education, 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive,Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833, 916-431-6959 or www.bppe.ca.gov. A student or any member of thepublic may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.The Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, Tallahassee, Florida, licensesThe University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc. to offer its degree programs in Florida. Additionalinformation regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission for IndependentEducation, Florida Department of Education, 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399,toll free number 888-224-6684.This licensure in both California and Florida includes the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), the FlexibleDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), the Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT), the Master of OrthopaedicPhysician Assistant (MOPA) which was later changed to Master of Orthopaedic Assistant (MOA), thetransitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), the transitional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), Doctorof Education (EdD) and Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) degrees. The Flex Master of Occupational Therapy(MOT) will begin on the Florida campus in January 2013. Continuing Education courses are not under thepurview of the Commission for Independent Education.The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the Texas Workforce Commission Texas WorkforceCommission, Career Schools and Colleges, Room 226T, 101 East 15 th Street, Austin, TX 78778-0001, 515-936-3100 approved The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc. to offer the Doctor of PhysicalTherapy degree program.Accreditations and ApprovalsThe University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education andTraining Council (DETC). The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council islisted by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency, and is arecognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). This national accreditationhelps ensure that the school has been carefully evaluated and has met nationally recognized standards ofeducation. For more information contact The Distance Education and Training Council at 1601 18 th Street,NW, Ste. 2, Washington, DC 20009, 202-234-5100, www.detc.org.The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited the first professionalPhysical Therapy program in October 1996 and re-accredited the program in April 2001 and again in 2011.The part-time Flexible Doctor of Physical Therapy program in Florida was accredited by CAPTE in October2004 and re-accredited in 2011. The DPT program in San Marcos, CA (both the full-time and part-timeFlexible programs) were approved in April 2007 and re-accredited in 2011. The full-time Doctor of PhysicalTherapy program in Texas was approved in November 2011. Additional information regarding thisaccreditation is available by contacting the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education,American Physical Therapy Association, 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, 800-999-2782ext.3240 or visit www.capteonline.org.The entry-level Occupational Therapy program was accredited with no deficiencies by the AccreditationCouncil for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) in April 1999 and re-accredited in April 2009. TheSan Marcos MOT program received accreditation from ACOTE in the fall of 2010. The Flex MOT programreceived approval from ACOTE in May 2012. Graduates take the certification examination administered by1

There are four distance education degrees offered through a variety of opportunities including nationwideseminars, campus and online learning activities.The transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree is for those individuals with either a bachelor’s ormaster’s degree in physical therapy. The requirements for this degree vary depending upon previouscoursework and interest area. The DPT degree uses a combination seminar/distance education and onlinecourses.The transitional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree is for those individuals with either abachelor’s or master’s degree in occupational therapy. Once again there are a variety of ways that thisdegree may be earned by attending seminars or through online learning.The Doctor of Education (EdD) degree is for health care providers with either a master’s or a clinicaldoctorate degree. The EdD degree is offered in an online format and includes two weekend clinicalresidencies.The Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) degree is for physical and occupational therapists with either amaster’s or a clinical doctorate degree. Students take part in designing a curriculum that is online, seminarcoursework plus online, and a combination of both types of coursework and online format and includes twoweekend doctoral residency courses.History of the UniversityStanley V. Paris, PT, Ph.D., in 1966 began teaching continuing professional education courses to physicaltherapists. These courses carry continuing education units (CEUs) which are helpful in both maintaining anddeveloping professional competency and, in an increasing number of states, for maintaining professionallicensure.In 1979, the University formally known as the Institute of Graduate Health Sciences was founded. The Stateof Georgia granted authority to offer a clinically-based post-professional (advanced) Master of Science inPhysical Therapy (MScPT) degree. Thus, the Institute became the first independent proprietary school inphysical therapy able to confer a graduate degree.In 1981, the Institute began a certification process in manual therapy wherein candidates, after taking a seriesof courses, were examined in their written, oral and practical abilities. Successful candidates were awarded aCertification of Competency, which is now a necessary step to attaining our clinically oriented postprofessional(advanced) degrees. There are now four certifications; Manual Therapy, Sports PhysicalTherapy, Primary Care and Cranio-mandibular, Head, Neck and Facial Pain.In 1991, the Institute moved to St. Augustine, Florida, and became established at the Flagler Health Parkcampus. Soon thereafter, the Institute achieved accreditation for its MScPT degree by distance educationfrom the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The United States Department of Education liststhe independent Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council as a nationallyrecognized accrediting agency. The Accrediting Commission is also a recognized member of the Council forHigher Education Accreditation (CHEA).In 1992, the Institute started an advanced standing (post-professional) Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)program. This was a nationwide program that enabled therapists to study in a selected clinical area. The firststudent graduated from this program in the spring of 1995. (It was replaced in the year 2000 by the Doctor ofHealth Sciences (DHSc) degree.)In 1994, the Institute commenced a first professional degree in physical therapy - the Master of PhysicalTherapy (MPT) - for those individuals who had achieved a baccalaureate degree with the necessary4

prerequisite natural and social science courses. This MPT degree was the first to be offered by anindependent and proprietary school of physical therapy. This program was accredited by CAPTE in October1996 and reaccredited in 2001.In 1996, the Institute of Occupational Therapy was founded to offer a Master of Occupational Therapy(MOT) degree. The MOT degree program commenced September 1997. The program provides a series ofentry-level courses for the first professional degree of occupational therapy. The MOT program wasaccredited with no deficiencies by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)in April 1999 and was reaccredited in April 2009.On March 4, 1997, the organization formally became The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences,Inc.. This was a milestone in the University’s development. Also in 1996-97, the University entered intocontracts to purchase a small private hospital and an adjoining twenty-six acres of land at the Flagler HealthPark Campus in St. Augustine, thus creating the University’s current St. Augustine, FL physical campus.In July 1999, the University was given authorization by the State Board of Independent Colleges andUniversities (SBICU) to award the transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, to restructure thecurrent MScPT degree to a Master of Health Sciences (MHSc) degree, and to implement a Doctor of HealthSciences (DHSc) degree. These changes were effective January 1, 2000. Also in 1999, we began the dualdegree option whereby a student may earn a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) in six trimesters andthen add an additional four trimesters to achieve a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). This is the only suchoption in the nation.In August 2000, the University was successful in sponsoring a non-profit foundation, The Foundation forRehabilitation and Movement Sciences, to support faculty and student scholarship.In 2001, the University was given authorization by the Commission for Independent Education to award thefirst professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), and thetransitional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD).In 2003, the University began to offer the manual physical therapy fellowship which was approved by theAmerican Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as a credentialed fellowship in orthopaedic manual therapyin 2003 and re-credentialed in 2008.The University received accreditation and licensure in 2004 to begin a Flexible Doctor of Physical Therapyprogram in Boca Raton, Florida. The Flexible Doctor of Physical Therapy program is accredited by theCommission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy (CAPTE) and the Distance Education and TrainingCouncil (DETC). It is an expansion of the campus based program in St. Augustine and takes twelvetrimesters consisting of online education and weekend labs. The Flexible Doctor of Physical Therapyprogram was moved from Boca Raton to the St. Augustine campus in 2010.In June 2006, the University broke ground on a 98,000 square foot academic and clinic building at the St.Augustine campus. The building was completed in August 2007. Amenities include seven classrooms,separate wet and dry anatomy labs, fitness center, occupational therapy clinic, physical therapy clinic, CPEclassroom, and 3rd floor heritage lounge.5

The University received approval from the Bureau for Private, Post-secondary and Vocational Education andCommission for the Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education to begin an expansion DPT program in SanDiego, CA in 2007. This campus officially opened August 29, 2007. The San Diego campus began offeringthe Flexible Doctor of Physical Therapy program in September 2008.Dr. Stanley Paris, Founding President, retired on August 4, 2007, and Dr. Michael Hillyard, DPA wasinaugurated as the 2 nd President of the university. The university celebrated the opening of the academic andclinic building along with the retirement of Dr. Paris and the inauguration of Dr. Hillyard. In 2009, Dr.Hillyard resigned and Dr. Paris resumed the Presidency of the University.The San Diego campus moved to a 76,000 square foot 3-building corporate center in San Marcos, CA inJanuary 2009. The university received developing program status from ACOTE for the San Marcos OTprogram which allowed the Inaugural Class to begin in fall 2009. The dual degree option also began in fall2009.The University received accreditation and licensure in 2009 to begin to offer the Doctor of Education (EdD)degree. The EdD degree is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) and licensedby the Commission for Independent Education.In 2010, the University received approval from the Commission for Independent Education to restructure theDoctor of Health Science (DHSc) degree. The Distance Education and Training Council approvedaccreditation of the DHSc degree in 2010.The University began offering Master of Orthopaedic Physician Assistant (MOPA) degree in May 2011.The University received licensure from the Commission of Independent Education and accreditation from theDistance Education and Training Council (DETC) in 2010 to offer this degree. The CA Bureau of Privateand Post-secondary Education approved all degrees offered by the University to be available on theCalifornia campus in April 2011. In May of 2013 the name of the program was changed to Master ofOrthopaedic Assistant (MOA).On April 16, 2011, Dr. Wanda Nitsch was inaugurated as the 4 th President of the university on the SanMarcos campus.In September 2011 the University was approved by the Texas Workforce Commission to offer the Doctor ofPhysical Therapy (DPT) degree in Austin Texas commencing the fall of 2012. The Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board gave approval in October 2011. Construction on the Austin campus commenced inFebruary 2012 and opened with its inaugural DPT class in August 2012.The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) in May 2012 gave approval to theUniversity to begin to offer the Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree in a flexible online andweekend format over ten trimesters commencing in January 2013.In the last several years, the University has been growing at a healthy and rapid pace, adding programs,faculty, and facilities to meet the needs of rehabilitation in this time of great change and challenge. TheUniversity will continue to be a leader in providing meaningful educational experiences in areas anddirections that both therapists and consumers require. Our program extends to such distance destinations asIceland, Japan and Chile.The CampusesThe university’s California campus is located at 700 Windy Point Drive, San Marco, CA 92069. TheCalifornia campus location is comprised of three buildings, housing over 76,000 square feet of state-of-the-6

art laboratories, classrooms, library, student health club, and student areas. The California campus is openfrom 7:00 am to 10:00 pm seven days a week excluding holidays and trimester breaks which can be locatedon the academic calendar. Administrative offices are open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.The university’s Florida campus is located at 1 University Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32086 on a twenty-sixacre site. In August 2007, a new academic building that houses the classrooms, labs, library, clinics and astudent wellness center was opened. It features 75,000 square feet of educational space eight classrooms andfive laboratories. The St. Augustine campus is open from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm seven days a week excludingholidays and trimester breaks which can be located on the academic calendar. Administrative offices areopen from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.The university’s Texas campus is located at 5401 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX 78739. The campus willinclude two buildings specifically for health science education with student-centric learning spaces designedwith state-of-the-art educational technology, library, laboratories, collaborative learning spaces, studenthealth club and clinic totaling 73,536 sq. ft. The Austin campus is open from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm Mondaythrough Friday and 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays excluding holidays and trimester breakswhich can be located on the academic calendar. Administrative offices are open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pmMonday through Friday.Clinical SitesThe University has affiliations with clinical sites nationwide and internationally, thus providing both a widegeographic distribution and varied practice settings for the clinical portion of the student’s experience.Learning Resource CenterThe University's Learning Resource Center, comprised of the University Library and the Computer Lab, withbranches at all three campuses of the University, offers students and faculty convenient access to currenthealth sciences information through the Library's collection of monographs, periodicals, DVDs/videos, OTassessments, models, treatment tables and electronic resources. The Learning Resource Center's holdingsinclude 3,000 monographic volumes, 60 journal subscriptions (with online, full text access available tothousands more journals), and dozens of DVDs/videos unique to the fields of physical therapy, occupationaltherapy, orthopaedic assistant, biomedical sciences, and related areas. Each branch of the Learning ResourceCenter is open and staffed more than 100 hours hours per week during regular academic sessions. TheLearning Resource Center offers many services including: print reserves, circulation, reference, interlibraryloan, and a copy center. Also, trained and knowledgeable library staff are available to provide formal andinformal bibliographic instruction. Each Learning Center's Computer Lab has multiple workstations, eachwith Internet access to facilitate students in their research and academic work and printer access. Studentsand faculty who have Internet access, whether on campus or off campus, have 24-hour access to theUniversity’s electronic resources. Bibliographic and full text databases are made available through theLibrary tab of the University’s Web pages.St. AugustineSt. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, has more than four hundred years of history reflecting occupation bythe French, Spanish, and British. Careful attention to retaining history and archaeological sites reflects thepride local residents have in the city’s heritage. Over one million visitors each year experience the city’shistory, culture, and charm.St. Augustine is known for its historic sites, festivals, unspoiled beaches, moderate climate, attractions, andshopping. Some visitors come to experience Fort Castillo de San Marcos or marvel at the Spanisharchitecture, churches and Flagler College with its Tiffany glass. They also enjoy the parks, carriage rides,boat or walking tours, and one-of-a-kind restaurants. Area attractions include the Alligator Farm, St.7

Augustine Lighthouse and Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth. Over 35 antique shops, 20 art galleries, twooutlet malls, and several specialty stores provide a unique shopping experience.St. Augustine offers extensive outdoor recreational activities such as biking, scuba diving, snorkeling, jetskiing,canoeing, kayaking, sailing, and much more. St. Augustine is located on the Intracoastal Waterwaywith a nearby opening to the Atlantic Ocean and miles of beaches for swimming or surfing. Boaters canenjoy the protected and offshore waters, saltwater fishing for game fish, or bass fishing along the waterways.World-class tennis and golf are also offered in northeast Florida including the World Golf Village which islocated in the St. Augustine area.St. Augustine is a one-hour drive from Jacksonville or Daytona airports and two hours from Orlando. St.Augustine is conveniently located for taking advantage of Florida’s many attractions. With diversesurroundings, St. Augustine offers its visitors and residents a lifestyle that cannot be duplicated.San MarcosThe California campus is located in San Marcos, CA in San Diego County and approximately 40 miles northof downtown San Diego. Known as the higher education center of North County, San Marcos has apopulation of approximately 82,000. Tucked in Twin Oaks Valley along the 78 freeway, it is home toCalifornia State University San Marcos and Palomar College. There are over 55 miles of hiking and bikingtrails, many parks, and a wide variety of housing options. It is located 20 minutes from the Carlsbadbeaches.San Diego is California’s second largest city and the 9th largest city in the United States. San Diego isknown for its Mediterranean climate, a city where the sunlight warms the soul. There are over 320 squaremiles of hills to explore, canyons, as well as 70 miles of glistening beaches. Popular attractions include theworld-famous San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, Sea World San Diego and Legoland California. SanDiego offers an expansive variety of things to see and do, appealing to guests of all ages from around theworld. San Diego is considered one of the most desirable year-round vacation spots in the nation.AustinThe Texas campus is located in the state capitol of Austin and more specifically in Circle C Ranch, a masterplanned community in the Southwest portion of the city. Rolling hills and waterways define the landscape inAustin making it unique among the major Texas cities. Austin provides a wealth of entertainment optionsand unique attractions. The hundreds of music venues have earned Austin the title of “live music capital ofthe world,” where over 1,900 bands and performing artists call the Austin area home.Notably, Austin was selected as the No. 2 Best Big City in “Best Places to Live” by Money magazine in2006, and No. 3 in 2009, and also the “Greenest City in America” by MSN. Austin’s temperate climateoffers year-round opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, such as hiking, biking, and camping, and water sportsof all kinds on the area’s lakes and rivers. Numerous award-winning golf courses as well as serene botanicalgardens and nature preserves offer further recreational opportunities. It’s young, active, highly educated andculturally diverse population makes Austin a wonderful place to live, work and attend school.8

August 28August 29August 30August 31September 3September 6September 10September 13September 20September 24September 27September 28October 1October 4October 8October 11October 12October 15October 18October 19October 22October 22-24October 25October 29November 1November 12November 21November 22-23November 26November 30December 7December 8December 10-12December 13ENTRY-LEVEL PHYSICAL THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ANDORTHOPAEDIC ASSISTANT2012 – 2013 ACADEMIC CALENDARFALL 2012 TRIMESTERAppeals committee meets (if needed) Time TBAFaculty Retreat - Faculty return to campusNew (Campus-Based) Student Orientation & Registration-Tuition DueRegistration for returning students - 12:00-1:00Graduation applications and payment due – Term VI - MOT AND Term VII – DPTPractical Exit Exams – Trimester VII DPT StudentsTuition Due for Fall Term—OT Term VIFall Trimester Classes Begin; Online Session I Courses BeginFieldwork IIA Ends-MOT-Term VLabor Day-Campus closedLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 80% tuition refundFieldwork IIB Begins-MOT-Term VILast Day to Withdraw from University with a 70% tuition refundLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 60% tuition refundLast day for Trirmester IV-PT students to Withdraw with grade of “W”Online Session II Courses BeginLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 50% tuition refundCampus Based Courses End-MOT-Term VFinal Practical Exams-MOT-Term VApplications Due for Summer 2013 termLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 40% tuition refundFieldwork IIA Begins-MOT-Term VLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 30% tuition refundInternship II Ends-Entry-Level PT-Term VIGraduation Applications Due – Term V-MOTCourse Selections for 7 th Term –Term V DPTLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 20% tuition refundMid-Term Grades due to Progression CommitteeClasses end –Entry-Level PT – Term IVInternship III Begins-Entry-Level PT-Term VIFinal Exams – Entry-Level PT – Term IVLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 10% tuition refundAll grades to be entered by noon – Entry-level PT – Term IVInternship I Begins—Entry-Level PT—Term IVLast Day to Withdraw with grade of “W”-no refundMid-term Academic Appeals Committee meetingVeterans Day Observed-No Classes; Administrative Offices ClosedThanksgiving Holiday begins for students-NoonAdministrative Office closes at 3:00 p.m.Thanksgiving Break, Administrative Offices ClosedClasses ResumeFieldwork IIB Ends - MOT - Term VIAll grades to be entered for ALL graduating students (entry level and post professional)Fall trimester classes endSt. Augustine Campus -Fall Term Commencement ExercisesSan Diego Campus -Fall Term Commencement ExercisesFinal ExaminationsPractical Exam RetakesAll grades to be entered by 5:00 p.m. for all other studentsHoliday Break Begins for Students-No ClassesInternship I Ends—Entry-Level PT-Term IV; Internship III Ends-Entry-Level PT Term VIDecember 15 Applications Due for Fall 2013December 24 Administrative Offices closed through January 1, 20139

January 2January 3January 4January 7January 14January 21January 21January 28February 4February 5February 11February 13February 15February 18February 21February 21February 25Feb 25-27March 4March 6March 11April 5April 12April 13April 15-17April 17April 18April 19April 26SPRING 2013 TRIMESTERInternship II Begins—Entry-Level PT Term VIAdministrative Offices reopenAppeals committee meets (if needed) Time TBAFaculty Retreat - Faculty return to campusNew (Campus-based) Student Orientation & Registration –Tuition DueRegistration for returning students -12:00-1:00Graduation applications and payment due – Term VI - MOT AND Term VII – DPTPractical Exit Exams – Trimester VII DPT StudentsTuition Due for Spring Term—OT Term VIFieldwork IIA Ends-MOT-Term VSpring Trimester Classes BeginLast Day to Withdraw from University with an 80% tuition refundMartin Luther King Holiday-No ClassesAdministrative Offices ClosedFieldwork IIB Begins-MOT-Term VILast Day to Withdraw from University with a 70% tuition refundLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 60% tuition refundLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 50% tuition refundLast day for Trimester IV-PT students to Withdraw with grade of “W”Campus Based Courses End-MOT-Term VFinal Practical Exams-MOT-Term VGraduation Applications Due-MOT-Term VLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 40% tuition refundFieldwork IIA Begins-MOT-Term VGraduation Applications Due – Term V MOTCourse Selection for 7 th Term Due – Term V DPTLast Day to Withdraw from University with a 30% tuition refundInternship II Ends-Entry-Level PT-Term VICampus Based Courses End—Entry-Level PT—Term IVLast Day to Withdraw from University with an 20% tuition refundMid-Term Grades due to Progression CommitteeFinal Exams—- Entry-Level PT—Term IVAll grades to be entered by noon – Entry-level PT – Term IVLast Day to Withdraw from University with an 10% tuition refundInternship III Begins-Entry-Level PT-Term VIInternship I Begins—Entry-Level PT—Term IVMid-term Academic Appeals Committee meetingLast Day to Withdraw with grade of “W”-no refund (excluding Trimester IV-PT students)Fieldwork IIB Ends-MOT-Term VIAll grades to be entered for ALL graduating students (entry level and postprofessional)Spring trimester Classes EndSt. Augustine Campus -Spring Term Commencement ExercisesSan Diego Campus -Spring Term Commencement ExercisesFinal ExaminationsPractical Exam RetakesAll grades to be entered by 5:00 p.m. for all other studentsInternship I Ends-Entry-Level PT-Term IVInternship III Ends-Entry-Level PT-Term VI10

FALL 2013 TRIMESTERAugust 27Appeals committee meets (if needed) Time TBAFaculty Retreat - Faculty return to campusAugust 28 New (Campus-Based) Student Orientation & Registration-Tuition Due 8:30 – 1:00Registration for returning students - 12:00-1:00Graduation applications and payment due – Term VI - MOT AND Term VII – DPTPractical Exit Exams – Trimester VII DPT StudentsTuition Due for Fall Term—OT Term VIAugust 29Fall Trimester Classes BeginOnline Session I Courses BeginAugust 31Fieldwork IIA Ends-MOT-Term VSeptember 2Labor Day-Campus closedSeptember 5Last Day to Withdraw from University with a 80% tuition refundSeptember 10Fieldwork IIB Begins-MOT-Term VISeptember 12Last Day to Withdraw from University with a 70% tuition refundSeptember 19Last Day to Withdraw from University with a 60% tuition refundSeptember 23Online Session II Courses BeginSeptember 26Last day for Trimester IV-PT students to Withdraw with grade of “W”Last Day to Withdraw from University with a 50% tuition refundSeptember 27Campus Based Courses End-MOT-Term VFinal Practical Exams-MOT-Term VOctober 1Applications Due for Summer 2014 termOctober 3Last Day to Withdraw from University with a 40% tuition refundOctober 7Fieldwork IIA Begins-MOT-Term VOctober 10Last Day to Withdraw from University with a 30% tuition refundOctober 11Internship II Ends-Entry-Level PT-Term VIOctober 15Graduation Applications Due – Term V MOTCourse Selection for 7 th Term Due – Term V DPTOctober 17Last Day to Withdraw from University with a 20% tuition refundOctober 18Mid-Term Grades due to Progression CommitteeClasses end –Entry-Level PT – Term IVOctober 21Internship III Begins-Entry-Level PT-Term VIOctober 21-23 Final Exams – Entry-Level PT – Term IVOctober 24Last Day to Withdraw from University with a 10% tuition refundAll grades to be entered by noon – Entry-level PT – Term IVOctober 28Internship I Begins—Entry-Level PT—Term IVOctober 31Last Day to Withdraw with grade of “W”-no refundMid-term Academic Appeals Committee meetingNovember 11Veterans Day Observed-No Classes; Administrative Offices ClosedNovember 27Thanksgiving Holiday begins for students-NoonAdministrative Office closes at 3:00 p.m.November 28-29 Thanksgiving Break; Administrative Offices ClosedDecember 2Classes ResumeDecember 6Fieldwork IIB Ends - MOT - Term VIAll grades to be entered for ALL graduating students (entry level and post professional)December 13Fall trimester classes endSt. Augustine Campus -Fall Term Commencement ExercisesInternship I Ends—Entry-Level PT-Term IVInternship III Ends-Entry-Level PT Term VIDecember 14San Diego Campus -Fall Term Commencement ExercisesDecember 15 Applications Due for Fall 2014December 16-18 Final ExaminationsDecember 19Practical Exam RetakesHoliday Break Begins for Students-No ClassesAll grades to be entered by 5:00 p.m. for all other studentsDecember 24 Administrative Offices closed through January 1, 2014January 2, 2014 Administrative Offices reopen12

TRANSITONAL DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY,DOCTOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, DOCTOR OF HEALTH SCIENCEAND DOCTOR OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS2012- 2013 ACADEMIC CALENDARAugust 23August 28August 30August 30September 3September 17September 24October 08November 1November 12November 21November 22-23November 26November 26December 7December 7December 17December 21January 2January 3January 7January 7January 21January 21January 28February 11March 6March 25April 12April 12April 25April 30May 2May 2May 20May 27May 28June 10July 3July 4July 23FALL 2012 TRIMESTERLast Day to register for courses that begin on August 30thAcademic Appeals Committee MeetsFall Trimester Classes BeginCourses that start on August 30 th begin todayLabor Day-University closedLast Day to register for courses that begin on September 24thCourses that start on September 24 th begin todayGraduation applications Due for December CommencementMid-Term Academic Appeals Committee MeetsVeterans Day Observed- University ClosedThanksgiving Holiday- University Closes at 3PMThanksgiving BreakUniversity Re-opensAssignments due for trimester based courses (pen and paper, pure online follows coursesyllabus)Fall trimester classes endFall Term Commencement ExercisesLast Day to register for courses that begin on January 7thHoliday Break – University Closes at 5PMUniversity Closed through January 1, 2013SPRING 2013 TRIMESTERUniversity Re-opensAcademic Appeals Committee MeetsSpring Trimester Classes BeginCourses that start on January 7 th begin todayLast Day to register for Courses that start on January 28 thMartin Luther King Holiday-University ClosedCourses that start on January 28 th begin todayGraduation Applications Due for April CommencementMid-Term Academic Appeals Committee MeetsAssignments due for trimester based courses (pen and paper, pure online follows coursesyllabus)Spring Trimester Classes EndSpring Term Commencement ExercisesSUMMER 2013 TRIMESTERLast Day to register for courses that begin May 2ndAcademic Appeals Committee MeetsSummer Trimester Classes BeginCourses that start on May 2 nd begin todayLast Day to Register for Courses that start on May 28 thMemorial Day Holiday— University ClosedCourses that start on May 28 th begin todayGraduation applications due for August CommencementMid-Term Academic Appeals Committee MeetsObservance of July 4 th Holiday –University ClosedAssignments due for trimester based courses (pen and paper, pure online follows coursesyllabus)13

August 9August 9August 22August 27August 29August 29September 2September 16September 23October 14October 31November 11November 27November 28-29December 2December 2December 13December 13December 16December 23Summer Trimester Classes EndSummer Term Commencement ExercisesFALL 2013 TRIMESTERLast Day to register for courses that begin on August 29thAcademic Appeals Committee MeetsFall Trimester Classes BeginCourses that start on August 29 th begin todayLabor Day-University closedLast Day to register for courses that begin on September 23thCourses that start on September 24 th begin todayGraduation applications Due for December CommencementMid-Term Academic Appeals Committee MeetsVeterans Day Observed- University ClosedThanksgiving Holiday- University Closes at 3PMThanksgiving BreakUniversity Re-opensAssignments due for trimester based courses (pen and paper, pure online follows coursesyllabus)Fall trimester classes endFall Term Commencement ExercisesLast Day to register for courses that begin on January 6 thHoliday Break – University Closes at 5PMUniversity Closed through January 1, 2013*Dates subject to change14

BOARD OF TRUSTEESMr. Joseph Taylor, ChairSt. Augustine, FloridaDr. Stanley ParisSt. Augustine, FloridaMr. Brook Ellis, Vice ChairCarlsbad, CaliforniaMr. Raymond JohnsonSt. Augustine, FloridaDr. Catherine PatlaSt. Augustine, FloridaDr. Betty SundbergFair Oaks, CaliforniaMr. Alan ParisSt. Augustine, FLBoard of Trustee Members from left to Right: Mr. Raymond Johnson, Mr. Brook Ellis, Vice Chair, Mr. Joseph Taylor,Chair, Dr. Betty Sundberg, Dr. Catherine Patla, Dr. Stanley Paris, Mr. Alan Paris15

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS AND STAFFPresident/Chief Academic OfficerWanda Nitsch, PT, PhDChief Development OfficerAlan Paris, MBEDean of Professional EducationCatherine E. Patla, PT, DHSc, MMScProgram DirectorDoctor of Physical Therapy ProgramSt. Augustine, FLJeff Rot, PT, DHScProgram DirectorOccupational Therapy ProgramSan Diego, CAJudith Olson, PhD, OTRProgram DirectorTransitional Doctor of Occupational TherapySt. Augustine, FLAnne Hull, EdD, OT/LProgram DirectorTransitional Doctor of Physical TherapySt. Augustine, FLJodi Liphart, PT, DHScProgram DirectorDoctor of Physical Therapy ProgramAustin, TXPatricia King, PT, PhDRegistrarDiane RondinelliDirector of Clinical EducationGreg HarkerDirector of Human ResourcesNicola MartinVice President/Dean, Post-Professional StudiesCindy Mathena, PhD, OTR/LChief Financial OfficerRachelle Agatha, CPADirectorInstitute of Occupational TherapySt. Augustine, FLKaren S. Howell, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTAProgram DirectorDoctor of Physical Therapy ProgramSan Diego, CAEllen Lowe, PT, PhD, MHSProgram ManagerFlex Doctor of Physical Therapy ProgramSt. Augustine, FLDebra Gray, PT, DPT, MedProgram DirectorDoctor of Health Science & Doctor of EducationSt. Augustine, FLDan Lofald, PhDDirector of Residency andFellowship ProgramsErin Conrad, PT, DPT, MSAssociate Vice President of Student ServicesDian HartleyDirector of Financial AidRhonda JamesDirector of Continuing Professional Educationand Director of MarketingLori HankinsDirector of AdmissionsSteve JonesDirector of Information TechnologyDean Reynolds16

STUDENT SERVICESMissionThe Student Services office is responsible for providing pre-admission, admission, and registration servicesto prospective students, current students, and alumni. The office oversees, coordinates and administersmultifaceted activities and student-centered services that include recruitment programs, pre-admissionadvisement, admissions and registrar functions, and alumni services. The staff value excellent customerservice, timely and accurate communication, professionalism, and teamwork.Admission to the University Degree ProgramsUniversity students are admitted on the basis of their academic abilities and their professionalism. TheStudent Services office coordinates the admissions activities for all degree-seeking students on all campusesin conjunction with the appropriate program director and the entry-level Admissions Committee or GraduateAdmissions Committee. Students who wish to enroll in only the non-credit Continuing ProfessionalEducation Seminars register through CPE Registrations.Application for AdmissionTo be considered for admission, a candidate must submit the following:• Application for Admission form (signed by the applicant)• $50.00 processing fee• Official transcripts must be submitted from each college or university previously attended. An officialtranscript is one sent directly to the Student Services office by the Registrar of the issuing institution orone forwarded in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.• If the applicant completed his or her education in a foreign country, the applicant must submit anoriginal copy of a degree credentialing evaluation from an agency recognized by the NationalAssociation of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). The evaluation must indicate previouseducation at the minimum level of a baccalaureate degree earned at an accredited college or universityin the United States. The following are among agencies approved for this purpose; additionalevaluators can be found on the www.naces.org:World Education Services, Inc.Bowling Green StationPO Box 508764 Beaver Street, #146New York, NY 10274-5087www.wes.orgAACRAO International Education ServicesOne Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 520Washington, DC 20036-1135oies@aacrao.orgInternational Education Research Foundation, Inc.PO Box 3665Culver City, CA 90231-3665www.ierf.orgJoseph Silny & Associates, Inc.International Education Consultants7101 SW 102 AvenueMiami, FL 33173 U.S.A.www.jsilny.com17

• Graduate Record Examination scores sent directly to the University by GRE. For those who haveearned a master’s degree previously, this requirement is waived. Transitional DPT and OTDapplicants are also exempt from this requirement.• TOEFL scores sent directly to the University, if an applicant completed his/her education in a countrywhere English is not the primary language or if the applicant is from a non-English speaking country.• References as required by the program• Autobiography and Statement of Purpose, if required by the program• Documentation of observation experience, if required by the program• Professional Resume or Curriculum Vita, if required by the program• Copy of professional license, if required by the programNOTE: The University follows a policy of not disclosing reasons for non-acceptance of a candidate.International Students Applying for AdmissionThe full-time entry-level physical therapy and occupational therapy programs are approved by theImmigration and Naturalization Service to admit international students who require an F-1 student visa.Non-US citizens may participate in all other degree programs if a student visa is not required forattendance. In addition to the items listed above, the following must be submitted prior to issuance of theI-20:• Financial Statement/Letter indicating commitment (from parents, government, etc.) to financiallysupport tuition and living expenses for the duration of the degree program.Records and Documents Submitted for Admission ProcessingAll documents submitted to the University in support of an application for admission become thepermanent possession of the university and cannot be returned to the applicant under any circumstances.Students are, therefore, urged to make copies of important documentation and maintain their own files.RECORDS AND REGISTRATIONThe main registrar office for all degree programs is maintained at the St. Augustine campus. Anyinquiries or requests for information should be sent to Registrar, University of St. Augustine, 1 UniversityBoulevard, St. Augustine, FL 32086 or registrar@usa.edu.RegistrationCurrent entry-level degree program students that are not paying tuition by loan or through the MyUSAportal are required to attend new student registration the day before classes begin. Dates and times fornew student registration are posted on the Academic Calendar. Processes may vary for each campus.Registration for the transitional and post-professional credit courses is conducted on an ongoing basis.RecordsThe Student Services office is responsible for maintaining the official academic records for all studentswho enroll in academic degree programs. Student records are maintained electronically. Holds may beplaced on students’ records, transcripts, grades, or registration because of financial or other obligations tothe University. Satisfaction of the hold is required before a release can be given.18

Address ChangesA student’s legal home permanent (mailing address) address is taken from the application for admissionand subsequently the student information form completed during registration each term. It is the student’sresponsibility to notify the Student Services office of any changes to their address. Current studentsshould submit address changes through the grades/registration link in the MyUSA portal. Alumni cansubmit address updates through the Alumni and Friends tab at www.usa.edu.Name ChangesRequests for a change in the name as it appears on the respective student’s academic record must be madein writing to the Student Services office and accompanied by a copy of one of the following: socialsecurity card, drivers’ license, marriage certificate, divorce decree, adoption papers, or other suitable legaldocument. Name change form may be found on the MyUSA portal under the student tab.Change in Student StatusStudents who find it necessary to withdraw from the program or take a leave of absence must notify theirprogram director in writing and complete the required documentation for the Student Services office.Program withdrawal and leave of absence forms may be found on the MyUSA portal under the Studenttab.Enrollment CertificationsTo confirm enrollment in the University, students should forward documentation related to thecertification and/or make a written request to the Student Services Office. For loan defermentcertifications contact llasko@usa.edu.TranscriptsTo ensure confidentiality of student records, the University issues official transcripts of academicinformation only by written or electronic signature by the student or graduate using Transcripts onDemand. Students will pay a $3.00 convenience fee for each request submitted and an additional $2.00fee for each paper transcript requested. For electronic transcript delivery only the $3.00 convenience feeis charged. Transcripts as well as grade reports will not be issued for any student with an outstandingobligation to the University. For more information on ordering transcripts please visit MyUSA portalstudent tab.Grade ReportsGrades and unofficial transcripts can be obtained online through the MyUSA student portal.Transferability of Course CreditThe transferability of credits you earn at the University of St. Augustine is at the complete discretion ofan institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the degree you earn at the University ofSt. Augustine is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If thedegree you earn at this institution is not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you maybe required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that institution. For this reason, you should makecertain that your attendance at this institution will meet your educational goals. This may includecontacting an institution to which you may seek transfer after attending the University of St. Augustine todetermine if your degree will transfer. The University actively pursues a policy of requesting othergraduate programs to accept our credits for transfer.19

Confidentiality and Release of Student RecordsStudent educational records at The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc. are governed bythe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and its implementing regulations. FERPAaffords students certain rights with respect to their education records. They are:• The right to inspect and review the student’s educational records within 45 days of the day theUniversity receives a request for access.Students should submit to the Registrar or other appropriate official written requests that identify therecord(s) they wish to inspect. The University official will make arrangements for access and notify thestudent of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by theUniversity official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correctofficial to whom the request should be addressed.• The right to request the amendment of the student’s educational records that the student believes areinaccurate or misleading.Students may ask the University to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. Theyshould write the University official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record theywant changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading.If the University decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the University will notifythe student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request foramendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the studentwhen notified of the right to a hearing.• The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the studentseducational records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.You must consent to the release of any of personally identifiable information other than “DirectoryInformation” to any person or agency, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosures withoutconsent. Your consent must be in writing, signed and dated. The consent must specify the information tobe released, the reason for release, and names of the individual or agency to whom the information is tobe released.You have the right to withhold the disclosure of any or all of the categories of “Directory Information” asdefined by FERPA including your name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors andawards, and dates of attendance. However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records, withoutconsent, to the following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31): School officials with legitimate educational interest; Other schools to which a student is transferring; Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes; Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student; Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school; Accrediting organizations; To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena; Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific State law.20

Upon request, the University discloses educational records without consent to officials of another schoolin which a student seeks or intends to enroll. (Note: FERPA requires that the University make areasonable attempt to notify the student of the records request).• The right to file a complaint with the United States Department of Education concerning allegedfailures by The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc. to comply with requirements ofFERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA is:Family Policy Compliance OfficeUS Department of Education600 Independence Ave., SWWashington, DC 20202-4605Student Identity VerificationThe student identity verification process occurs on multiple levels. Entry-level students are on campuseither during the week or on weekends so their identity is verified in this manner. All students areprovided with a secure account for their MyUSA portal and course platform. They must utilize a username and password to login and complete their work. The proctoring requirements ensure that for courseswithout physical presence the student will be seen, identified and verified. Lastly, all programs have builtinphysical presence that allows for verification of personal identity and student work. This is donethrough residencies, seminars, comprehensive examinations, Capstone and Dissertation presentations andinternship/fieldwork experiences. In the past year, many online courses have also added a videocomponent to a required assignment.GraduationAll degree requirements must be complete before approval to graduate is given by the respective programdirector. Formal graduation ceremonies take place in St. Augustine and in San Marcos three times peryear at the conclusion of each trimester. Confirmation of a degree is posted to the official academicrecord following commencement exercises. Degrees may not be conferred until all academic andfinancial obligations have been successfully met. The graduation fee varies by degree level and is paid atthe time the student submits the Application to Graduate as noted on the Academic Calendar.Honors designation is given to entry-level, transitional and post-professional students who have earned acumulative GPA of a 3.50 – 3.64. High Honors designation is given to entry-level students who haveearned a cumulative GPA of 3.65 – 4.0. The cumulative GPA is calculated through final trimestercoursework.FINANCIAL INFORMATIONTuition and FeesThe University publishes an official Schedule of Tuition and Fees for each division of the University. Becausethe programs within each division vary, the student should carefully study the charges that apply to them as setforth below. All tuition is due at registration. All charges are subject to change without advance notice.Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)St. Augustine Campus: The full-time MOT program is six trimesters in duration consisting of a minimum of 107credit hours. Tuition for coursework is as follows: $11,150 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academic year.Additional costs and fees (including textbooks) are estimated at $5,000 for the total program. Application fee $50.00 Campus Access fee $160.00 Graduation fee $150.0021

San Marcos Campus: The full-time MOT program is six trimesters in duration consisting of a minimumof 107 credit hours. Tuition for coursework is as follows: $13,285 per trimester for the 2012-2013academic year. Additional costs and fees (including textbooks) are estimated at $5,000 for the totalprogram. Application fee $50.00 Campus Access fee $160.00 Graduation fee $150.00Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)St. Augustine Campus: The full-time DPT program is seven trimesters in duration consisting of aminimum of 126 credit hours. Tuition for coursework is as follows: $11,150 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academic year. Additional costs and fees (including textbooks) are estimated at $5,000 for the totalprogram. Application fee $50.00 Campus Access fee $160.00 Graduation fee $150.00San Marcos Campus: The full-time DPT program is seven trimesters in duration consisting of aminimum of 126 credit hours. Tuition for coursework is as follows: $13,285 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academic year. Additional costs and fees (including textbooks) are estimated at $5,000 for the totalprogram. Application fee $50.00 Campus Access fee $160.00 Graduation fee $150.00Austin Campus: The full-time DPT program is seven trimesters in duration consisting of a minimum of126 credit hours. Tuition for coursework is as follows: $11,750 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academicyear. Additional costs and fees (including textbooks) are estimated at $5,000 for the total program. Application fee $50.00 Campus Access fee $60.00 Graduation fee: $150.00Dual Degree Option: Master of Occupational Therapy/Doctor of Physical Therapy(MOT/DPT)St. Augustine Campus: The full-time dual degree option is ten trimesters in duration consisting of aminimum of 173 credit hours and allows a student to complete the MOT and DPT programsconsecutively. Tuition for coursework is as follows: $11,150 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academicyear. Additional costs and fees (including textbooks) are estimated at $7,000 for the total program. Application fee $50.00 Campus Access fee $160.00 Graduation fee $150.00 – first entry-level degree$150.00 – second entry-level degreeSan Marcos Campus: The full-time dual degree option is ten trimesters in duration consisting of aminimum of 173 credit hours and allows a student to complete the MOT and DPT programsconsecutively. Tuition for coursework is as follows: $13,285 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academicyear. Additional costs and fees (including textbooks) are estimated at $5,000 for the total program. Application fee $50.00 Campus Access fee $160.0022

Graduation fee $150.00 – first entry-level degree$150.00 – second entry-level degreeFlexible Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)St. Augustine Campus: The program is twelve trimesters in duration consisting of a minimum of 126credit hours. Tuition is $6,511 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academic year. Additional costs and fees(including textbooks) estimated at $5,000 for the total program. Application fee $50.00 Campus access fee $85.00 Graduation fee $150.00San Marcos Campus: The program is twelve trimesters in duration consisting of a minimum of 126credit hours. Tuition is $7,822 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academic year. Additional costs and fees(including textbooks) estimated at $5,000 for the total program. Application fee $50.00 Campus Access fee $85.00 Graduation fee $150.00Flexible Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) (Program begins in Spring 2013)St. Augustine Campus: The program is ten trimesters in duration consisting of a minimum of 107 credithours. Tuition is $6,700 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academic year. Additional costs and fees(including textbooks) estimated at $5,000 for the total program. Application fee $50.00 Campus access fee $85.00 Graduation fee $150.00Master of Orthopaedic Assistant (MOA)St. Augustine Campus: The program is six trimesters in duration consisting of a minimum of 95 credithours. Tuition is $6,300 per trimester for the 2012-2013 academic year. Additional costs and fees(including textbooks) estimated at $5,000 - $7,000 for the total program. This includes the cost ofattending Meridian Surgical Institute (OPA Surgery course) and the travel costs associated with spendingone week in Nashville, TN. Application fee $50.00 Campus access fee $85.00 Graduation fee $150.00Transitional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)Tuition for all courses not involving a separate seminar will be $465/credit hour and courses within acertification (and for which seminar fees are charged separately) will bear a per credit hour charge of$200. Application Fee $50 Graduation Fee $150 if attending commencement; and $25 if not attending commencementTotal: approximately $14,150 (for 30 credit hour program); approximately $15,950 (for 35 credit hourprogram); approximately $21,060 (for 60 credit hour program)23

Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Tuition for all courses not involving a separateseminar will be $465/credit hour and courses within a certification (and for which seminar fees arecharged separately) will bear a per credit hour charge of $200. For the bachelor’s degree student it is a 60credit hour program and for the master’s degree student it is a 24 credit hour program. Application Fee $50 Graduation Fee $150 if attending commencement and $25 if not attending commencementTotal: approximately $13,620 (for the Manual Therapy Certification Track): approximately $12,275 (forthe Primary Care Certification Track): approximately $12,785 for the Craniomandibular CertificationTrack: approximately $12,360 for the Pure Online Option.Variable textbook and readings cost additionalDoctor of Health Science (DHSc)Tuition for all courses not involving a separate seminar is $465/credit hour. Application Fee $50 Graduation Fee $150 (includes stock black regalia); $650 (includes custom regalia)Total: Approximately $28,100 (for 60 credit hour program)Variable textbook and readings cost additionalDoctor of Education (EdD)Tuition for all courses not involving a separate seminar is $465/credit hour. Application Fee $50 Graduation Fee $150 (includes stock black regalia); $650 (includes custom regalia)Total: Approximately $28,100 (for 60 credit hour program)Variable textbook and readings cost additionalPaymentThe University accepts MasterCard and VISA payments, personal checks, bank drafts, and cash. Manyfull-time students secure student loans through a financial assistance loan program.Refund PolicyThe refund policy is designed in compliance with the State of California, Florida and Texas and theseveral accrediting agencies to which the University is responsible. These policies may vary for eachprogram and are contained in either the University Catalog or in the Student Handbook. A copy of therefund policy is provided to all entry-level students during the admission process.Student Tuition Recovery Fund – San MarcosCalifornia law requires that the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education assess each institution inrelation to the cost of tuition for students. These fees support the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF),a special fund established by the California legislature to reimburse students who are California residentswho might otherwise experience a financial loss as a result of untimely school closure. Each student willpay a Student Recovery Fund assessment each term. Student Tuition Recovery Fund fees shall becollected from all San Marcos campus students at the rate of two dollars and fifty cents ($2.50) perthousand dollars of tuition charged; rounded to the nearest thousand dollars. These fees are collected aspart of the campus access fee.Financial Assistance ProgramsStaff from the University’s Financial Aid Office provides assistance to help candidates secure studentloans. The University does not have a preferred lender list and will process any eligible lender’s loanapplication. Students should also explore financial assistance programs available from health careproviders who employ therapists.24

The institution participates in Stafford Federal financial aid program, and complies with the requirementfor consumer information to be disclosed to the student pursuant to the applicable federal and statefinancial aid programs (34 CFR 668) and is in compliance with the disclosure requirements of Section485(f) of the HEA (Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics).The University will cooperate completely with all agencies responsible for the collection of loans in orderto preserve the integrity of the loan process for the benefit of future students.Scholarship ProgramThe University of St. Augustine offers two types of scholarships to all new students enrolling in the entrylevelprograms (full-time DPT, MOT, Dual Degree and Flex DPT) on the St. Augustine, San Marcos andAustin campuses: Outstanding Academic Achievement and Leadership Scholarship, and Financial Need.University of St. Augustine scholarships are to be used for tuition and fees only. Information on each of thescholarships follows:Scholarship Application Deadline Dates February 15 th – Summer term June 15 th – Fall term October 15 th – Spring termIn order to be considered for a University scholarship, a student must complete and sign the ScholarshipPrograms application form included in each application and acceptance packet, and submit the requiredsupporting documentation by the applicable due date. The University Scholarship Committee isresponsible for reviewing the applications and awarding scholarships each trimester.Outstanding Academic Achievement and Leadership Scholarship*The University awards these scholarships in recognition of outstanding academic achievement andleadership potential. The top applicant that meets the criteria from each of the three full-time, campusbased,entry-level programs - occupational therapy, physical therapy, and dual degree – will receive a$6,000 (per academic year) scholarship. The remaining recipients will receive a $2,000 (per academicyear) award. The top applicant that meets the criteria from the Flex DPT program will receive $4,500(per academic year) and an additional recipient will receive $1,500 (per academic year).Scholarships are awarded to the entering students who best meet the following criteria: Minimum of 3.5 GPA on program prerequisites A one-page essay on “My Leadership Experiences” or “My Life Experiences” A review of references from their application indicating leadership potential Minimum 1000 on the GRE or 294 on the new revised GRE (verbal and quantitative sectionsscores combined)Financial Need Scholarship*These scholarships are awarded based on financial need. The top applicant from each of the three fulltime,campus-based, entry-level programs – occupational therapy, physical therapy, and dual degree - willreceive a $4,000 (per academic year) scholarship. The other recipients, one from each program, willreceive a $2,000.00 (per academic year) award. The top applicant that meets the criteria from the FlexDPT program will receive $3,000 (per academic year) and an additional recipient will receive $1,500 (peracademic year).Scholarships are awarded to the entering students who best meet the following criteria: Minimum of 3.0 GPA on program prerequisites25

A one-page essay on “Why I Should Be Awarded A Scholarship”Review of references from their applicationMinimum 1000 GRE score or 294 on the new revised GRE (verbal and quantitative sectionsscores combined)Evidence of financial need determined by a review of a copy of most recent income tax returnand a completed Financial Need Estimator formTo retain a University scholarship, a recipient must: Remain a full-time student in the applicable degree program. Scholarships are not transferrable toanother University degree program. Remain enrolled each trimester in all courses in the established curricular pathway for theapplicable program. Withdrawing from a course(s) would remove a student from the establishedcurricular pathway causing him/her to be ineligible for the scholarship for the subsequenttrimester. Be in good academic standing as defined in the student handbook at the end of each trimester.If a recipient does not meet any of these requirements, he/she will be ineligible for the scholarship awardfor the subsequent trimester. The scholarship would be reinstated the following term if the student againmeets the requirement.*University reserves the right to make changes to scholarship awards.POLICIES AND REGULATIONSAcademic Freedom PolicyAcademic freedom is a cherished principle in higher education. At the University of St. Augustine,academic freedom is the right of faculty members to express their professional opinion regarding thecontent of the course they are teaching, as long as they are measured against the intellectual standards ofrelevant professional disciplines. It should be remembered that the content of courses often build uponone another and this course content is coordinated to achieve the desired goal of meeting professionalaccreditation and national licensure subject matter. Faculty have the freedom in the classroom to discussacademic subjects, selecting instructional materials, and determining grades. Likewise, students shouldhave the opportunity to study a wide spectrum of ideas so they may acquire critical thinking skills. Wemust never lose sight that our students are seeking guidance, not confusion. While they wish to knowwhat to do in every single circumstance, we know they are better prepared if we teach them the skills andgive them the content that will enable them to personally find their answers. In the development ofknowledge and creative activities, the faculty and student body is free to cultivate a spirit of inquiry andscholarly criticism and to examine ideas in an atmosphere of freedom and confidence.However there are limits to academic freedom. The courts have decided that free speech does not extendto shouting “fire” in a crowded theatre. Likewise, academic freedom, the right to express ones personalviews, has its limits and carries with it a measure of responsibility. By all means, faculty may express adifferent viewpoint about a professional topic, but it should be clearly expressed as a personal viewpoint.Faculty may not subject students to personal views and opinions concerning matters not related to thecourse of instruction itself. It is necessary that faculty conduct themselves accordingly with due respectto the welfare of this university and the professions we represent. It is also necessary to ensureconsistency within an integrated curriculum and when teaching various sections of the samecourse/seminar. The philosophy, programs, faculty, and administration of the University are not perfect,and helpful suggestions and constructive criticism can assist all, but public displeasure of universityphilosophies or practices have no place in our organization.26

It is important for faculty, staff, and students to know they can initiate changes and have a number ofavenues with which they can work for change. Both on-campus and distant employees and students mayspeak (or write) to their program director or supervisor. The University supports your ideas, andsuggestions will be treated with the respect and consideration they deserve.If a faculty member, staff, or student perceives an infringement on his/her academic freedom, theindividual should follow the complaint policy and refer the issue to the appropriate program director,supervisor, and/or dean. If the issue is not resolved in a satisfactory manner, the individual may submit awritten grievance to the University’s Grievance Committee, where the issue will be handled according toestablished timelines and processes.Diversity PolicyDiversity at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is defined in three ways:1. Representation of the student, faculty, and staff across all campuses2. Allowing for diverse thought, leadership styles, and work environments3. Encouraging diverse ways to teach, promote student cultural awareness, and scholarly pursuitsRepresentation of the student, faculty, and staff across all campuses: The University aims to supportdiversity by recruiting and retaining students and employees at all levels by:o recognizing that continued success in meeting the needs of our students requires the full andactive participation of talented and committed employees who represent a variety of religions,disabilities, ages, ethnicities, races, sexual orientations, and genders. Diversity of employees alsoinclude personal and work history, education, functional ability, personality, lifestyle,socioeconomic status, geographic origin, longevity with the organization, degree programmatriculation, and level of employment within the organizationo supporting admission to students regardless of gender, race, ethnic origin, age, disability, orsexual orientationo offering student educational support to all students as neededDiverse thought, leadership styles, and work environment: The University believes that diversityencompasses the way we work, the work environment, and respect for people and ideas. It alsoencompasses varying management styles and ways of thinking, leadership abilities, skill levels,experiences, viewpoints, expression of thoughts and differing ways of delivering services provided thereis consistency in the values we share. By fostering an atmosphere of acceptance and support, we valueand appreciate the strengths afforded by the differences, styles, ideas, and organizational contributions ofeach person. For it is through diversity, that our institutional core values and mission can best be met.Encouraging diverse ways to teach, promote student cultural awareness, and scholarly pursuits: TheUniversity supports faculty who offer diverse clinical expertise and approaches to patient management asa way to promote health science professional curricula that allows graduates to work with a diverse clientpopulation. Efforts are made to support cultural competence throughout the curricula and meet expectedstudent learning outcomes in this area. The University fosters diverse faculty and student scholarlyendeavors that involve various clinical, patient management, health promotion, and education researchtopics, with careful attention to the safety, confidentiality, and privacy to all research subjects.Diversity is inclusion. It stresses equal opportunity, recognizes and respects the multitude of differencesthat employees and students bring to our workplace and classrooms, and acknowledges the changing“face” of the community we serve. The affirmation of diversity and full cooperation by all managers,supervisors, employees and students is expected.27

Grading SystemAcademic degree programs use a 4.0 scale to calculate grade point averages (GPA).Letter Grade Quality PointsA 4.00B+ 3.50B 3.00C+ 2.50C 2.00D+ 1.50D 1.00F 0.00Credit and quality points are not included in GPA calculations for the following grades:AU AuditF FailI IncompleteNG No Grade ReportedP PassW WithdrawGrade ChangesOnly the course instructor can initiate grade changes. The grade change must first be submitted by theinstructor to the Program Director for initial approval. The Registrar’s office will post any approved gradechange to the official academic record.Repetition of CourseOn occasion, a student may be required to repeat a course. Under such circumstances, the highest gradeachieved is counted towards the cumulative GPA.Compliance with University RegulationsThe University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc. seeks resolution of all issues through theprocess of reason and expects all members of the University community to be governed by this principle.However, should a student, faculty member, staff member, visitor, invited guest or other licensee, actingindividually or collectively, while on University property engage in violence, destruction of property, orany act which disrupts or interferes with the functioning of the University, or disturbs the academicprocesses of the classroom, and ignore or refuse to comply with official directives to desist, the Universityshall eject said violator from the campus or other University property. In addition, the University mayseek to impose such penalties as provided by law. Where circumstances require, The University of St.Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc. may employ injunctive procedures or call upon civil authority tomaintain order. University students, faculty, or staff engaged in such acts are subject to immediatesuspension and a subsequent hearing, which may lead to expulsion or dismissal.Complaints PolicyThe University of St. Augustine (USA) is committed to providing a learning and working environment inwhich complaints are addressed fairly and resolved promptly. All complaints are taken seriously. Theprocedure for handling complaints encourages informal conciliation, facilitates early resolution, andmaintains individual privacy and confidentiality.This policy covers three general types of complaints: Student complaints Employee complaints Complaints from individuals or agencies outside the University.28

This policy does not cover complaints about incidents related to harassment. Complaints of this natureshould be directed to the Director of Human Resources.A. Student ComplaintsTypes of Student ComplaintsStudents should utilize the following procedure for complaints about service, support, orassistance provided by academic, administrative or support departments of the University.Student complaints include academic issues such as instruction methodology, grading, testing, orassignments, or non-academic matters such as IT support, university services, facilities, policies,financial matters, etc. The following procedure is not for complaints regarding academic or nonacademicappeals policies and procedures. Please refer to the Student Handbook for appealsprocesses.ConfidentialityAll information submitted as part of a student complaint will be treated as confidential and willonly be available to the appropriate/involved parties. The student should also respect the need forconfidentiality throughout the complaint process. A student who submits a complaint should beaware that complete confidentiality cannot always be guaranteed if effective action is to be taken.Where a complaint is in reference to a specific individual, the complaint cannot be investigated ifthe student does not wish the allegation to be made known to that individual. Anonymouscomplaints will not be considered.Student Complaints ProceduresA student should discuss his/her concerns with the person(s) who is directly responsible (courseinstructor, staff member, etc.) in order to resolve the issue. Depending on the severity of theissue, a written record may or may not be drafted and placed in the student’s permanent record.1. If the complaint cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student, the student shoulddiscuss the issue with his/her Program Director. The Program Director will consider thecomplaint and attempt to bring the issue to a satisfactory resolution.a. In certain situations, the Program Director may refer the complaint to an appropriateUniversity committee. The respective Committee will consider the complaint andprovide a written recommendation to the Program Director.b. The Program Director will consider the Committee recommendation and notify thestudent in writing of the decision.c. Written documentation regarding the resolution will be placed in the student’s fileand maintained for six (6) years past the student’s last date of attendance.2. After following the steps above, the student may submit a formal written complaint to theGrievance Committee.a. The complaint will be investigated by the Grievance Committee and a writtenresponse will be provided to the student.b. The original written complaint, a copy of the response, and a description of anyactions taken as a result of the complaint will be maintained on file for six (6) yearspast the student’s last date of attendance.29

B. Employee ComplaintsThis policy is intended to provide fair and prompt consideration to all employee complaints. TheUniversity encourages all employees to use the complaint procedure without fear of prejudice orretaliation and with the assurance that his/her confidences will be respected.Types of Employee ComplaintsIt is the policy of the University to provide an effective and timely method for employees to bringforth workplace issues and concerns. These issues and concerns may include working conditions,performance, policies, procedures or problems with co-workers or supervisors.ConfidentialityHuman resources will keep all expressions of concern, the results of fact-finding and the terms ofthe resolution confidential. However, in the course of fact finding and resolving the matter, somedissemination to others may be necessary or appropriate.ResolutionThe University expects that employees will attempt to resolve their conflict directly with the otherparty. Unresolved conflicts may be escalated to their supervisor, or to human resources. Ifresolution cannot be reached at that level an employee may submit a written complaint to theGrievance Committee. The Grievance Committee will follow the same procedure listed aboveunder Student Complaints Procedures.Retaliation of any kind by an employee against another employee, as a result of that employeeseeking resolution under these procedures in good faith, cooperating in an investigation, orotherwise participating in the process, is prohibited and may be the basis for disciplinary action,including termination.Complaints that involve harassment or discrimination of any nature should be brought directly tothe attention of human resources.All complaints, investigation notes and written resolution will be maintained in the humanresources department for six years in accordance with the University’s records retention policy.C. Complaints from Individuals or Agencies Outside the UniversityIndividuals or agencies from outside the University should address complaints about theUniversity or a University program to the applicable program director, dean or the UniversityPresident.Complaints ProcedureComplaints about a USA employee or student should be resolved by communicating directly withthe individual or department head.1. If a resolution is not possible at this level, a written complaint may be filed. Writtencomplaints should be addressed to:University of St. AugustineGrievance Committee ChairSt. Augustine Campus1 University Blvd.St. Augustine, FL 3208630

2. All complaints will be fully investigated by the Grievance Committee and a writtenresponse will be provided to the complainant.3. The original written complaint, a copy of the response, and a description of any actionstaken as a result of the complaint will be maintained on file for six (6) years following thedate of the resolution.Unresolved ComplaintsIf a complaint cannot be resolved after following the procedures above, the following agencies can becontacted directly. This information will be posted and kept current on the University website. Distance Education and Training Council:o If it is believed that the school is out of compliance with DETC accreditation standards, acomplaint can be files online: http://www.detc.org/complaints/index.html. American Physical Therapy Association:o Complaints about the Physical Therapy program can be submitted to CAPTE by requestingthe Procedures for Handling Complaints about an Accredited or Developing PhysicalTherapy Program. This document can be obtained by writing to CAPTE at 1111 N. FairfaxStreet, Alexandria, VA 22314, by telephone 703-706-3245, or visit: www.apta.org. American Occupational Therapy Association:o Complaints about the Occupational Therapy program are handled as part of the Code ofConduct and Ethics Guidelines for AOTA. For more information on this process please visit:http://www.aota.org/Practitioners/Ethics/FAQs.aspxIn California:oA student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with theBureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling 888-370-7589 or by completing acomplaint form at http://www.bppe.ca.gov/enforcement/complaint.shtml.In Florida:o For information on the Commission for Independent Education’s complaint process go tohttp://www.fldoe.org/cie/complaint.asp.In Texas:o To make a complaint in Texas to the Texas Workforce Commission go to:http://www.twc.state.tx.us/svcs/propschools/problem-school.html. The TWC-assignedschool number is: S 4051. Information on filing a complaint with TWC can be found onTWC’s Career Schools and Colleges Website at http://csc.twc.state.tx.us/.• The school’s programs are approved by TWC, as well as The Texas Higher EducationCoordinating Board, The Commission on Distance Education and Training Council, andthe Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education.• Students must address their concerns about this school or any of its educational programsby following the complaints process outlined above and in the school’s catalog.• Schools are responsible for ensuring and documenting that all students have received acopy of the school’s grievance procedures and for describing these procedures in theschool’s published catalog. If, as a student, you were not provided with this information,please inform school management.• Students dissatisfied with this school’s response to their complaint or who are not able tofile a complaint with the school, can file a formal complaint with TWC, as well as withother relevant agencies or accreditors, if applicable.oFor more information on making a complaint to the Texas Higher Education CoordinatingBoard go to: http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/index.cfm?objectid=DF69EA45-E465-C4B2-003BD725BEAC43CD31

Additional States:o The University of St. Augustine has taken the necessary steps to apply and/or receiveauthorization to deliver education, to market and to affiliate with clinical education sites in allfifty states. For information on a specific state, or to file a complaint go tohttp://www.usa.edu/files/78cecfd2-13ca-4ade-b279-7e9c1798d845.pdf.Proper ConductStudents are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, which upholds the integrity oftheir profession and the University.Suspension or DismissalThe university, through its faculty or appropriate committees, reserves the discretionary right to suspendor dismiss any student from the University for failure to maintain:• A satisfactory academic record• Acceptable personal and professional behavior.Appeal ProcessIn the event of a decision to dismiss and/or suspend a student from the University, the student has theright to appeal to the appropriate University committee and, if applicable to the President of theUniversity.STUDENT SERVICESOff-Campus HousingAll University students reside off campus. The Student Services office provides new and current studentswith general information about housing in the St. Augustine, San Marcos, Austin and surrounding areas.Counseling ServicesClinical psychologists under contract to the University can provide a variety of services to include peercounseling, crisis intervention, mental health programs, consultative services, assertiveness trainingworkshops, anxiety management seminars, leadership development seminars, and interpersonal skillsbuilding workshops.Veterans’ BenefitsSt. Augustine Campus - The entry-level and transitional physical and occupational therapy degrees,Doctor of Health Science and Doctor of Education degree programs are approved by the State ApprovingOffice for training of veterans and other eligible persons. Questions regarding benefits, enrollmentcertification, etc., should be directed to the Certifying Officer in the Financial Aid Office.San Marcos Campus – The entry-level physical therapy and occupational degree programs are approvedby the California Approving Office for training of veterans and other eligible persons. Questionsregarding benefits, enrollment certification, etc, should be directed to the Certifying Officer in theFinancial Aid Office on the San Diego campus.International Student ServicesStudents attending the University on a student visa are assisted with Immigration and NaturalizationServices issues by the Designated School Official located in the Student Services office.32

DIVISION OF FIRST PROFESSIONAL STUDIESMaster of Occupational Therapy (MOT)Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)Flex Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)Dual Degree Option (MOT and DPT)Master of Orthopaedic Assistant (MOA)GeneralThe Division of First Professional Studies offers entry-level graduate degrees in occupational andphysical therapy and orthopaedic assistant. The Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) and the Doctorof Physical Therapy (DPT) curricula mirror the University’s philosophy that the future professionals inthese career fields should be educated in an interdisciplinary environment to the extent possible. Theintent of this philosophy is for graduates in these majors to gain an understanding and appreciation ofeach other’s scope of practice. Learning experiences include campus-based lectures and practical labs aswell as clinical internships and fieldwork experiences selected from the sites located in the United Statesand on a limited basis, internationally.The following policies apply to the first-professional campus based programs. Please refer to the studenthandbook for the policies pertaining to the transitional Doctor of Occupational Therapy, the transitionalDoctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Education, and Doctor of Health Science degree programs.AdmissionApplicants for the first professional graduate programs must have completed a baccalaureate degree froman accredited institution before entering the program. Applicants may apply while still enrolled in anundergraduate degree program and may be admitted contingent upon successful completion of thatdegree. Applicants who have already completed the baccalaureate degree, but lack the required programprerequisites, may apply and potentially be admitted contingent upon successful completion of theprerequisites prior to enrollment.Admission Requirements• A baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university• A minimum GPA of 3.0 calculated on the program prerequisites is recommended• A minimum GRE score of 294 (new version or 1,000 (old version) (verbal and quantitativesections combined old test version) is recommendedNOTE: In addition to these requirements, the Admissions Committee will consider all submittedsupporting documentation as outlined below.Supplemental Supporting DocumentationIn addition to the application, official transcripts, and GRE scores outlined in the general admission tograduate study, the following supporting documentation is required:• List of required prerequisite coursework in basic sciences and social sciences, and the dates eachcourse was or is to be completed for each respective program. Basic science prerequisitescompleted more than five years prior to admission are subject to validation. Applicants maypetition the Director of Admissions to substitute a similar course or group of courses for aprerequisite. The petition should include the course syllabus. Approval for substitution dependson course level and content as compared to the prerequisite course. The Director of Admissions,33

in collaboration with the respective Program Director, will determine if the substitution isapproved or denied and notify the applicant of the decision.• Four reference checklists are required. The forms are included in all application packets sent toprospective students and are also available on the University website, www.usa.edu. Tworeferences should be provided from therapists, respective to the program for which admission issought or medical professionals (MOPA only), one from a previous or current facultymember/advisor, and one from an individual of the applicant’s choice.• Statement of Purpose• Autobiography• Documentation of required observation hours, if required by the program• Current resume• Other supporting information or documents (awards, publications, additional recommendationletters, newspaper clippings)International Students Applying for AdmissionApplicants who completed a degree program outside the United States must also provide the following aspart of the application process:• Transcripts (original and a translated version, if applicable) and a credentialing evaluation froman agency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)that provide evidence of training at a level equivalent to that of a bachelor’s degree in the UnitedStates.• TOEFL score report. The University requires a minimum score of 550 (paper-based testing), 210(computer-based testing), or 83 (IBT – Internet based testing).Application Due DatesApplications and required supporting documentation should be submitted by the due date outlined belowfor priority processing:• December 15th September (Fall Term)• June 15th January (Spring Term)• October 1st May (Summer Term)Applications received after these due dates will be considered on a space available basis.InterviewsThe Admissions Committee evaluates applicants and issues invitations to selected qualified candidates toparticipate in an information exchange and interview session on campus. Qualified applicants haveprovided evidence of academic, professional, and/or personal achievement and promise. The personalinterview provides additional information used by the Admissions Committee to determine the finaladmission status of these applicants.Academic Policies and ProceduresDefinition of Credit HourThis policy provides guidance on the definitions and requirements for establishing and documentingcredit hours. The goal of this policy is to provide for a uniform and common classification system whichis understood and recognized by the higher education community.A credit hour should be defined as an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes andverified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency andreasonably approximates the following criteria:34

1. One hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction or student engagement and a minimum of twohours of out of class student work each week for approximately 15 weeks for one semester ortrimester of credit, or at least an equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time;2. Formal laboratory instruction is also direct faculty instruction and equates to 2-3 contact hoursper week per credit over a 15 week term, with documentation maintained on lab experiences andsupported by the course outline/syllabi.3. An equivalent amount of work (measured in contact hours) for other academic activitiesestablished by the institution including laboratory work, internships, practice, and other academicwork leading to the award of credit hours.4. Clinical internships are calculated at 40 contact hours =one credit hour.Per the above, the University of St. Augustine further defines “other academic activities” as practice oflab techniques (usually a range of 2-3 contact hours per credit), studying, reading, preparing assignments,group work, service learning, or other academic activities related to a specific course.An institution should be able to show its measurements of time allocated for learning experiencesand that the learning outcomes are accomplishedReview of course credit content will be performed on a regular basis by way of student courseevaluations, time studies within a course and curriculum, annual reports and programmaticreviewsAll new courses should be reviewed for the above as part of the curriculum review processAll courses should have a descriptive table of how contact hours are spent in both instruction andacademic activities. Examples have been provided as part of the master syllabus template.Certain types of courses cannot and will not be measured in this manner, primarily due to thesubjective nature of personal study/work time of each student. These types of courses include:Exit Exam, Practicum, Fieldwork, Clinical Rotation, Clinical Integration, Independent Study,Directed Reading, Capstone Courses, Products Demonstrating Excellence and Dissertation.Transfer CreditsTransfer of graduate credits previously earned from another accredited degree granting institution islimited to 15% of the total number of academic credits for the degree. Transfer of credits within theUniversity is determined on a case by case basis. Transfer credit will in most cases be approved forgraduate coursework awarded by schools, colleges or universities whose accrediting bodies haverecognition from the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the US Department ofEducation.Acceptance or rejection of transfer credit is subject to the following provisions: The course(s) should have been completed within five (5) years preceding admission to the program;the applicant may petition the Program Director for an exception to this time limit. The course should have been completed with a grade of B or better. Courses having a B- or belowwill not be transferred. The course must be listed on an official transcript sent directly to the Registrar by the issuinginstitution.35

The Program Director, in consultation with the appropriate course instructor(s), will review thetransfer course syllabus to verify that its contents match those of the program’s course. The ProgramDirector will then notify the Registrar of the decision.The course number and name of the course requested for transfer should reflect the content of thecourse it is replacing. Additionally, if the course requested for transfer will replace an elective, thecontent should be closely aligned with that of the curriculum and its potential electives.In cases where a course from a Master’s program is being requested for transfer into a doctoralprogram, consideration should be given to rigor and content and further documentation may berequested.The process for requesting transfer credits is as follows: The student obtains and submits the completed Request for Acceptance of Transfer Credit Form fromthe Registrar. Requests for approval of transfer credits may be submitted within the first four (4) months afteracceptance into the program or at least two (2) months before the start of classes each trimester. The Registrar will notify the student if the request for transfer credit is approved and will post anytransferred credit to the permanent academic record at that time. There will be a $75.00 charge for the transfer review process.Advanced Course Standing by ExaminationBased on previous academic coursework earned from another accredited degree granting institution,another program within the University, and/or work experiences, a student may be granted advancedstanding for a particular course after passing an examination on the contents of the course. Theexamination may be written or practical or both and there is a cost associated with each exam. Amaximum of 20% of the total number of credits for the degree program may be granted for advancedstanding. The granting of advance standing by examination is independent of the granting of transfercredit.Approval for advanced course standing is subject to the following provisions: Documentation must be provided which supports the reason for requesting advanced course standingby examination. Supporting documentation may include transcripts showing applicable courses forcredit, course descriptions, syllabi, continuing education courses/seminar descriptions and proof ofcompletion, and work experience. Passing a challenge examination to verify competency in the particular subject matter. A student hasonly one attempt per course to pass the challenge exam. If the student fails the exam, the studentmust take the course in its entirety. The passing grade will be the same as the passing grade stated inthe syllabus for the course in which advance standing is being requested.The process for requesting Advanced Course Standing by Examination is as follows: The student obtains a request form for Approval of Advanced Course Standing by Examination fromthe Registrar and submits it to the respective Program Director with appropriate documentation. Requests for approval of Advance Course Standing by Examination must be submitted at least two(2) months before the start of classes for the trimester. In consultation with course instructor(s), the Program Director will review the request. If approved,the Program Director will notify the Registrar and a test time and date will be set up for eachchallenge exam. If the Program Director with consultation of the course instructor(s) concludes thatthe student’s previous coursework and experience are inadequate for passing the challenge exam, theymay encourage the student not to seek advanced course standing or to take some type of remediationbefore taking the challenge exam.36

The Registrar will notify the student if the challenge exam has been passed and will post the courseand its credits to the permanent academic record at that time.There will be a $75.00 charge per course for the Advance Course Standing review process.TRANSFER FROM PROGRAM TO PROGRAMAll transfer requests will be considered on an individual basis and are contingent upon space availability.Incoming StudentsIncoming (new) students who want to request transfer of their admission to another degree program mustmake a request in writing (email is acceptable) to the Director of Admissions at least six (6) weeks priorto the start of the trimester. To be considered, the student must have successfully completed all of therequired prerequisites for the program to which he/she is requesting transfer. The Director of Admissionswill notify the student via email of the outcome of the request. Please note: The start and completiondates of students who transfer between degree programs may be extended.First Term StudentsTransfer request forms must be submitted to the student’s current program director by midterm of the firsttrimester. Transfer requests not received by the mid-term deadline will be considered during thesubsequent trimester. To be considered, the student must have successfully completed all of the requiredprerequisites for the program to which he/she is requesting transfer.Second Term (and beyond) StudentsTransfer request forms must be submitted to the student’s current program director by midterm of thecurrent trimester.Transfer Request Process for Current StudentsIn order to be considered for a program transfer, a student must: Be in good academic standing at the time of the request. Transfer requests will not be consideredfrom students who are currently remediating or retaking coursework, who are under review forappeal or professional misconduct, or who are on academic probation. Transfer requests fromstudents who are on approved leave of absence will be considered. Complete the Transfer Request form located in the MyUSA portal Submit the completed form to:1. His/her current program director2. The program director of the degree program to which the student is seeking transfer3. Student Services office for final review by the Registrar and Director of Admissions.The Director of Admissions will approve only if the student has successfully completedall of the required prerequisites for the program to which he/she is requesting transfer. Once the transfer request form has been considered by all applicable administrators, the studentwill be notified of the outcome via email by the University Registrar. Please note: USA scholarships are not transferable from one program to another. Transferring between programs may extend the degree completion date.37

Transfer curricular pathwaysMOT or Dual to DPTDPT to MOT or DualMOT to DualDPT, MOT or Dual toMOAMOA to MOT or DualMOA to DPTFlex to full-timeFull-time to FlexComplete second trimester DPT courses over two consecutive trimestersComplete the second trimester of the MOT program as scheduled plusFoundations of OT as an independent studyComplete second trimester MOT courses as scheduled; completeTherapeutic Massage during the first trimester of the DPT programContact the MOA program director to discuss curricular pathwayComplete Skills & Procedures, Foundations of OT, and Massage (Dualonly) in one trimester, then enroll in the second trimester of full-time MOTprogramComplete Skills & Procedures, Massage, and Practicum I in one trimester,then enroll in the second trimester of full-time DPT programContact the full-time program director to discuss curricular pathwayContact the Flex program manager to discuss curricular pathwayDual Degree Option StudentsDual degree option students who elect not to return to the University to pursue the DPT portion of theprogram immediately after earning the MOT degree, must submit a program withdrawal form to theStudent Services office by mid-term of the last trimester of the MOT program.Dual degree option students who want to complete the DPT portion of the program through the Flex DPTprogram must submit a transfer request form to the Student Services office by mid-term of the lasttrimester of the MOT program.Re-enrollment TimelinesA USA entry-level program graduate who decides to seek admission to another USA entry-level degreeprogram must enroll within three years of his/her graduation date or he/she may be required to retakefoundational (HSC) coursework and complete additional internship/fieldwork experiences. To beconsidered for admission to another entry-level degree program, a USA graduate must submit to theStudent Services office a completed application for admission, however, transcripts and GRE scorereports do not need to be resubmitted with the new application.Dual degree students who delay beginning the DPT portion of the program after receiving the MOTdegree must reenroll in the DPT program within three calendar years or they may be required tocomplete additional foundational coursework and/or internships in order to complete the second degree.To re-enroll, a returning Dual student must notify the University Registrar in writing (email is acceptable)of his/her intent to resume classes at least six (6) weeks before the start of the trimester.Transfer from Campus to CampusStudents who want to transfer to another campus location must submit a Transfer Request Form (availableon the MyUSA portal) to their current program director by midterm of the trimester prior to the requestedchange. Such requests will be considered in an individual basis and are contingent on space availability.The student will be notified of the outcome of the transfer request via email by the registrar’s office.Please note: Program completion dates of students who transfer between campus locations may beextended.38

ACADEMIC PROGRESSION, SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP)Full-time Physical Therapy students have a maximum time frame of 11 trimesters to complete theirgraduation requirements, part-time students have a maximum of 14 trimesters and Flex DPT studentshave a maximum of 18 trimesters. Full-time Occupational Therapy students have a maximum time frameof 9 trimesters and part-time 12 trimesters and Flex MOT students have a maximum of 15 trimesters.Master of Orthopaedic Assistant students have a maximum time frame of 9 trimesters.The role of the Academic Progression and Retention Committee (APRC), in conjunction with the StudentServices office, is to monitor each student’s academic progress throughout the curriculum. Grades fromeach faculty member are submitted to the APRC at midterm for their review. At the end of each trimester,grades are submitted to the Registrar. The Registrar will notify students who are placed on probation orare dismissed from the respective academic program of their status. The student’s advisor and therespective Program Director are also notified.Good Academic Standing StatusPrior to completion of 58 credits it is expected that a student will meet the following minimum criteria:Complete at least 75% of all credits attempted each trimester At the completion of the 1 st trimester (or 17 credit hours) have a GPA of 2.0 At the completion of the 2 nd trimester (or 36 credit hours) have a GPA of 2.3Failure to meet any of the above criteria will result in the following actions: Students will be issued an Academic Warning and will be required to meet with their facultyadvisor to develop a plan to improve their academic study. If a student fails to meet the Satisfactory Academic Progression criteria for two consecutivetrimesters, they will be placed on Academic Progress Probation and will be required to meet withAcademic Progression and Retention Committee (APRC).The University requires that all students enrolled in the professional education programs have a 2.5 gradepoint average (GPA) after the completion of 58 credits in the academic curriculum to continue in therespective program. If a student does not achieve this level he/she will be dismissed from the program.Academic Progression WarningAn emailed letter of academic concern will be issued to any student whose grade in any class at midtermis below a "C" level. The intent of the concern letter is to notify the student of less than satisfactoryacademic progress and the potential for course failure. A student receiving an academic concern letter atmidterm must contact the instructor(s) by phone or email, or meet with the instructor(s) for the course(s)within one week of receipt of the concern letter. The student and course instructor(s) will discuss thestudent’s performance, and the student will develop a plan, approved by the instructor, to improve futureperformance. The student must then contact his/her advisor of the plan. If a student does not contacthis/her course instructor, a note will be placed in the student’s academic file noting the failure to complywith this policy.An Academic Warning will be given to any student who is not in good academic standing at theconclusion of any trimester. The intent of the academic warning is to notify the student of less thansatisfactory academic progress. A student receiving an academic warning at the end of the trimester mustcontact his/her advisor during the first week of the subsequent trimester and develop a plan, approved bythe student’s advisor, to improve future performance.39

Academic Progression ProbationA student who makes a grade of "D" in any course will be placed on academic probation and mustundergo remediation and repeat the course for credit. Such students will be made aware in writing thatthey are “at risk” for failure to complete the program.A student who is no longer in good academic standing must meet with the instructor and theirfaculty advisor to develop a plan for remediation and monitoring. The plan may allow them totake additional coursework with the approval of the Program Director.The student must receive a grade of "C" or better to progress academically.If the student receives a grade of "C" or better, the student will be taken off Academic Probation.If the student receives a grade below "C" when retaking a course, the student will be dismissed.Any student who is on probation may not participate in any work study program unless approved by theProgram Director. Students placed on probation are at risk of not graduating from the university and notpassing the national licensing exams.Any student who does not successfully complete the coursework necessary to exit probation may be atrisk of being denied federal financial aid due to not maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress.Dismissal and Academic Progression AppealsA student will be dismissed if: An “F” is received in any course. Two grades of “D” are received. After the completion of 58 credits, the student has a grade point average below 2.5.A student receiving a failing grade during fieldwork/internship is also subject to this policy.The Registrar notifies the APRC and the Program Director of any students who are being recommendedfor academic dismissal. The student will be notified of their dismissal by the Registrar.A student may appeal the dismissal to the Academic Appeals Committee. If an appeal is successful, a readmissionagreement between the student and the Program Director (or Dean) is made that details anyconditions for the student’s continuation at the University. Re-admissions agreement can only beappealed if there are mitigating circumstances and such appeals can only be made to the UniversityPresident. Please note: a student who is readmitted upon appeal must reapply to the ADA Committee forany reasonable accommodations that may have been previously granted.When a student is suspended for academic probation or for professional misconduct they will turn in theirstudent ID badge to the Registrar and remain off campus. The dismissed student may visit campus byappointment with the Academic Advisor or Registrar and when on campus, restrict activities to thatappointment.ACADEMIC EVALUATION AND RIGHT OF APPEALAll students must sign an Acknowledgement of Appeals form as part of the admissions/registrationprocess.The responsibility for academic evaluation will rest with the instructor. For minor appeal issues which aredecisions that would not result in probation or dismissal. The student appeals to the faculty member40

involved in the particular issue. If the student is not satisfied with the faculty member’s resolution of theissue, the student has the right to appeal the issue in writing to the Program Director, within three (3)working days of the instructor’s decision. The Program Director then has five (5) working days toresearch the issue and render a decision.If the student is not satisfied with the Program Director’s response, the student can appeal the issue to thePresident in writing within five (5) working days after the Program Director’s response. After hearing theissue, the President has two (2) working days to either render a verdict on the issue, or redirect the issue atthat point to the Appeals Committee.Any student who has been dismissed may formally appeal this decision in writing to the Registrar with acopy to the respective Program Director within two (2) business days from receipt of the notification. Ifthe student does not meet the stated deadline, the appeal may not be considered. In extenuatingcircumstances, the student may request an extension from their respective Program Director or ProgramDirector Designee (i.e. Registrar); however, this request must be made within the above stated deadline.Appeal letters should address:• The rationale behind the appeal and why the student believes the appeal is warranted.• Future circumstances which will enable the student to rectify previous poor academicperformance.The Program Director will forward the student’s appeal to the Academic Appeals Committee within two(2) working days. After discussion between the Appeals Committee and the Program Director, a decisionis rendered. The Program Director will convey the Academic Appeals Committee’s decision to thestudent.The Academic Appeals Committee (AAC) will meet six (6) scheduled times per calendar year. Thesemeetings will convene two (2) days prior to the first day of classes of each trimester and at mid term ofeach trimester. Procedures for the meetings are as follows:Prior to Trimester Meetings: The AAC will convene within two (2) days prior to the first day of classesof the next trimester or at the earliest convenience for both the student and the committee members. Thestudent must appear personally before the AAC at its convenience. A written decision will be given to theProgram Director within two (2) business days of adjourning the meeting with the student. The entrylevelstudent will be allowed to attend scheduled classes throughout the entire appeal process.Mid-Term Meetings: The AAC will convene on or about mid-term of each trimester or at the earliestconvenient time for both the committee and the student. The student must appear personally before AACcommittee. The AAC will give a written decision to the Program Director within two (2) business daysof adjourning the meeting with the student.In the event of extenuating circumstances, if a student is unable to meet at the University’s designatedAAC meeting times, the student may request an alternate meeting time. This request must be submittedto the Chair of the AAC committee in writing with detailed rationale supporting their need for anadditional time.Students geographically distant from the University of St. Augustine campus may be allowed to appearbefore the AAC meeting via phone conference solely at the discretion of the AAC committee.41

Should the student not agree to the decision of the Appeals Committee, the student has the right of anappeal to the President or an appointed designee. The appeal must be submitted, in writing, within five(5) business days to the President. Upon request, the President or appointed designee will review pertinentrecords, at his/her discretion, including a review of the process to ensure that it was correctly followed,and may meet with the Appeals Committee and the student. The President or appointed designee willfollow the process as established in the Student Handbook and ensure that the process is followed. If thefinal decision by the President results in dismissal, the student will no longer be permitted to remain inany courses.Dismissal policies will be implemented as fairly and equitably as possible considering all extenuatingcircumstances.Following the decision of the President or appointed designee, the student has the right to request bindingarbitration. This is the only remaining recourse for the student. An arbitrator from the AmericanArbitrator Association or equivalent will be contracted with the costs to be shared between the studentand the University.Once a final appeals decision on academic dismissal has been rendered, the student does not have accessto the appeals process for this same issue again.DEGREE COMPLETIONAcceptance into the University and payment of tuition (on a trimester basis) is not a contract assuring thatthe student will graduate with the degree for which they applied. Graduation will depend on satisfactoryacademic progression, professional conduct, issues of safety, and the satisfactory completion of clinicalinternship/fieldwork experiences and exit exams. Students in the entry level DPT program must alsocomplete the courses in their final trimester in order to participate in the graduation ceremony. TheStudent Handbook and the course syllabi detail what is considered “satisfactory”. Appeals processes arein place and the University President is the final point of appeal. Wherein the President finds that theprocess was executed in an appropriate manner, the President is inclined to support the process and itsfindings.The following requirements must be met for a student to be eligible for graduation: Each student must satisfactorily complete all academic and clinical courses and be in good academicstanding. All fiscal obligations to the University or its subsidiaries must be paid in full. The student must make application for graduation one trimester prior to the proposed date ofgraduation. Should a student be unable to successfully complete part of the final coursework but has successfullymet all other degree requirements including the exit examination, the student may be allowed towalk at commencement with the respective cohort class. The candidate will sign anacknowledgement regarding participation in the ceremony. The candidate will be “hooded” duringthe ceremony, but will not receive a signed diploma. The signed diploma will be dated to reflect thesubsequent graduate date of degree completion as will be denoted on the transcript. The graduatewill have the option of participating in the commencement ceremony subsequent to degreecompletion to receive the signed diploma.42

CONTINUING EDUCATION POLICIESStudents will not be excused from scheduled classes, internship, or fieldwork to attend ContinuingEducation courses.TUITION AND FEESThe university has established specific policies, procedures and guidelines defining its relationship withits students. These are outlined in the enrollment agreement that is included in each admission acceptancepacket. Each student is required to submit a signed copy of the enrollment agreement to the StudentServices office as part of the acceptance acknowledgement process. Students should review the catalogand Institutional Performance Fact Sheet (for San Marcos campus students) prior to signing an enrollmentagreement.TuitionRefer to program-specific Tuition and Fees information in the previous Financial Information section.Student fees, , textbooks, professional fees, health insurance, travel to and from clinical training sites aswell as meals and lodging costs, supplies and lab wear are not included in tuition and fees, and will beextra. These extra additional costs are expected to be approximately $5,000-$7,000 for each program;these costs are subject to change.Candidates are required to submit a $500 deposit within thirty (30) days of acceptance into a program.This deposit is deducted from the first trimester tuition balance. The remaining balance is due onregistration day. Any excess loan proceeds (beyond the first trimester tuition and fees) will be refundedto the student at the beginning of the first trimester.After the first trimester, any tuition balance not paid at the time of trimester registration will receive a10% late penalty and both tuition and late penalty must be paid in full no later than the close of businesson the last day of the week in which classes begin. Students will be removed from class after this point ifnot paid in full. The only exception, are students whose financial aid has been delayed through no faultof their own.Tuition Refund Policy for St. Augustine and San Marcos CampusesThis refund policy follows the standards set out by the Accrediting Commission of the DistanceEducation and Training Council.If notification to withdraw from the University is submitted within the one week (seven-day grace period)of acceptance and submission of the tuition deposit, a full refund of the tuition deposit will be returned tothe student.A partial refund of the deposit will be given if a student provides notification to withdraw from theUniversity prior to the start of the trimester courses and after the initial seven-day grace period. Forstudents attending the Florida campus, this partial refund will be $300 (the University retains $200 as anadministrative fee). For students attending the California campus, this partial refund will be $400 (theUniversity retains $100 as an administrative fee).If a student submits written notification to withdraw from a course (or the program) after the stated termstart date, the following formula will be used to determine the tuition refund.43

Published Length of CourseRefundable Tuition Due After-11-15 weeks 1 st week = 80%2 nd week = 70%3 rd week = 60%4 th week = 50%5 th week = 40%6 th week = 30%7 th week = 20%8 th week = 10%9 th week = 0%Trimester fees are 100% refundable is said notification is received up to eight (8) weeks after the first dayof a trimester. There is a $200 administrative fee for all course or trimester withdrawals on the Floridacampus and a $100 administrative fee for all courses and trimester withdrawals on the California campus.If notification to withdraw is received after the eighth week, there will be no refund of tuition.For students who receive federal financial aid and who withdraw from all classes on or before 60% of theterm has elapsed, USA will calculate, according to federal regulations, any amounts disbursed that mustbe returned to the Title IV programs.If a student obtains a loan to pay for an educational program, the student will have the responsibility torepay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund, and that, if the student hasreceived federal student financial aid funds, the student is entitled to a refund of the moneys not paid fromfederal student financial aid program funds.Tuition Refund Policy for Austin CampusThis refund policy follows the standards set out by the Accrediting Commission of the DistanceEducation and Training Council and the Texas Workforce Commission. In all cases, refunds will meet orexceed the requirements of TEC, §§132.061 and 0611.1. Refund computations will be based on scheduled clock hours of class attendance through the lastdate of attendance. Leaves of absence, suspensions, and school holidays will not be counted aspart of the scheduled class attendance.2. The effective date of termination for refund purposes will be the earliest of the following:(a) The last day of attendance, if the student is terminated by the school;(b) The date of receipt of written notice from the student; or(c) Ten school days following the last date of attendance.3. If tuition and fees are collected in advance of entrance, and if after expiration of the seven-daycancellation privilege the student does not enter school, not more than $100 in nonrefundableadministrative fees shall be retained by the school for the entire residence program orsynchronous distance education course.4. If a student enters a residence or synchronous distance education program and withdraws or isotherwise terminated, the school or college may retain not more than $100 in nonrefundableadministrative fees for the entire program. The minimum refund of the remaining tuition and feeswill be the pro rata portion of tuition, fees, and other charges that the number of hours remainingin the portion of the course or program for which the student has been charged after the effectivedate of termination bears to the total number of hours in the portion of the course or program forwhich the student has been charged, except that a student may not collect a refund if the student44

has completed 75 percent or more of the total number of hours in the portion of the program forwhich the student has been charged on the effective date of termination.*5. Refunds for books, tools, or other supplies should be handled separately from refund of tuitionand other academic fees. The student will not be required to purchase instructional supplies,books and tools until such time as these materials are required. Once these materials arepurchased, no refund will be made. For full refunds, the school can withhold costs for these typesof items from the refund as long as they were necessary for the portion of the program attendedand separately stated in the enrollment agreement. Any such items not required for the portion ofthe program attended must be included in the refund.6. A student who withdraws for a reason unrelated to the student’s academic status after the 75percent completion mark and requests a grade at the time of withdrawal shall be given a grade of“incomplete” and permitted to re-enroll in the course or program during the 12-month periodfollowing the date the student withdrew without payment of additional tuition for that portion ofthe course or program. For residence or synchronous distance education courses more than 12months in length, the refund shall be applied for each 12 month period paid, or part thereof,separately.7. A full refund of all tuition and fees is due and refundable in each of the following cases:(a) An enrollee is not accepted by the school;(b) If the course of instruction is discontinued by the school and this prevents the student fromcompleting the course; or(c) If the student's enrollment was procured as a result of any misrepresentation in advertising,promotional materials of the school, or representations by the owner or representatives of theschool.A full or partial refund may also be due in other circumstances of program deficiencies orviolations of requirements for career schools and colleges.8. REFUND POLICY FOR STUDENTS CALLED TO ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE.A student of the school or college who withdraws from the school or college as a result of thestudent being called to active duty in a military service of the United States or the Texas NationalGuard may elect one of the following options for each program in which the student is enrolled:(a) if tuition and fees are collected in advance of the withdrawal, a pro rata refund of any tuition,fees, or other charges paid by the student for the program and a cancellation of any unpaidtuition, fees, or other charges owed by the student for the portion of the program the studentdoes not complete following withdrawal;(b) a grade of incomplete with the designation "withdrawn-military" for the courses in theprogram, other than courses for which the student has previously received a grade on thestudent's transcript, and the right to re-enroll in the program, or a substantially equivalentprogram if that program is no longer available, not later than the first anniversary of the datethe student is discharged from active military duty without payment of additional tuition,fees, or other charges for the program other than any previously unpaid balance of theoriginal tuition, fees, and charges for books for the program; or(c) the assignment of an appropriate final grade or credit for the courses in the program, but onlyif the instructor or instructors of the program determine that the student has:(1) satisfactorily completed at least 90 percent of the required coursework for the program; and(2) demonstrated sufficient mastery of the program material to receive credit for completing theprogram.9. The payment of refunds will be totally completed such that the refund instrument has beennegotiated or credited into the proper account(s), within 60 days after the effective date oftermination.45

*The refund is based on the precise number of clock hours the student has paid for, but not yet used, atthe point of termination, up to the 75% completion mark, after which no refund is due.The Texas campus is not Title IV approved. Once the Austin campus is Title IV approved by the U.S.Department of Education the following return of funds policy would apply.U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RETURN OF FUNDS POLICY: U.S. Department ofEducation regulations prescribe that when a student receiving Federal student financial aid withdraws,any Federal student aid funds attributable to time after the last date of attendance (pro-rated on a dailybasis) must be returned, unless the last date of attendance occurs after the 60 percent point in the term forwhich the student was charged. These regulations operate independent of the refund policy set forthabove. This means that the University may be unable to retain enough of a student’s Federal student aidto cover the student’s charges under the refund policy. If so, the required return of funds will be made,and the University bills the student for any shortfall. All refunds are made within 30 days of the date theUniversity determines that the student has withdrawn.Cancellation Policy-AustinA full refund will be made to any student who cancels the enrollment contract within seven days after theenrollment contract is signed or within the student’s first three scheduled class days.Students Right to Cancel - San MarcosStudents at the San Marcos campus may cancel their enrollment agreement for school obtain a refund ofcharges paid through attendance at the first class session, or the seventh day after enrollment, whicheveris later.LEAVE POLICIESEmergency LeaveA student may be granted up to two (2) weeks of emergency leave by the Program Director. After thistime the student can return to classes but is responsible for the material covered in all classes during thisleave time. If the emergency leave extends beyond two (2) weeks, the student will be required to take aleave of absence (see below). Under such circumstances, the student’s tuition will be applied to thefollowing trimester.Leave of Absence To request a leave of absence, a student must complete a Leave of Absence Request form andforward to the Program Director for approval. An approved Leave of Absence is restricted to acumulative total time of three trimesters. Leave may be taken for one trimester at a time or for anentire calendar year but not more than a total of one calendar year. Leave taken at any timeduring a trimester is considered as an entire trimester of leave and students must retake the entiretrimester of course work. A year long leave begins from the date of the beginning of the trimesterof the Leave of Absence. A student must notify the Registrar of his/her intention to return to theprogram at least thirty (30) days before the start of the term.Scholarship students who are granted an approved Leave of Absence for academic reasons forfeitany scholarship funds upon their return. For scholarship students who are granted an approvedLeave of Absence for medical reasons, the scholarship will be suspended and resumes upon theirreturn from the Leave of Absence.46

Currently enrolled students who are granted an approved Leave of Absence may hold any balancein his/her account to be applied toward future tuition only for a period of one year from date ofissue for non-governmental funds. Governmental funds will be returned per Title IV regulations.Any funds on account, which remain after one year from date of issue, are forfeited. Fees andsales tax are non-refundable in the event of an approved Leave of Absence.If a student is approved, for a Leave of Absence within two months of the beginning of a term, acredit in the amount of tuition paid for that trimester (no refund) will be applied to their accountand available for use up to one year from the date of LOA. This credit is forfeited after one year.Students should be aware that any leave from the institution may have a financial aid impact andshould consult with the Financial Aid Office. In compliance with federal regulations, for Federalfinancial aid purposes, a Leave of Absence is treated the same as a withdrawal. If you areconsidering taking a leave of absence, please be aware of the following:o In accordance with financial aid regulations, a leave of absence cannot exceed 180 days.If your leave of absence exceeds 180 days your loan will go into repayment status.o You must make a written request to be granted a leave of absence.o You will be required to complete exit counseling prior to beginning an approved leave ofabsence.ooIt will be necessary to reapply for loans upon return to school.You must notify the Financial Aid Office upon your return to school, so that your lender,guaranty agency, and National Student Loan Data System, (NSLDS) can be notified.The University reserves the right to re-assess the “Essential Functions for Occupational Therapy,Physical Therapy and Orthopaedic Assistant” of any student returning from any leave of absenceand to decline or conditionally approve their resumption of classes if they are unable to meet theessential functions with reasonable accommodations.Upon returning from a leave of absence, a student who has been receiving reasonableaccommodations must reapply to the Disabilities Committee to have accommodations reinstated.If a leave is greater than one year, a student is no longer considered enrolled and must re-apply asa prospective student to the university.Termination of Enrollment – Austin CampusThe school shall terminate the enrollment of a student who accumulates the lesser of the followingamounts of absences:(1) more than 10 consecutive school days;(2) more than 20% of the total course time hours in a program with course time of more than 200hours;(3) more than 25% of the total course time hours in a program or individual class with course time of41 to 200 hours;(4) more than 25% of the total course time hours for seminars, individual classes, or programs withcourse time of 40 hours or less; or(5) any number of days if the student fails to return as scheduled from an approved leave of absence.Audit PolicyAuditing of a class is permitted, if space permits, with approval of the Program Director and courseinstructor. Auditing of a class requires payment of full tuition for that course. The student who is auditingmay not take the practical or written exams in that course.47

MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (MOT)Mission StatementThe mission of the University’s MOT program is to graduate a diverse population of practitioners whohave the skills necessary to analyze human occupation and to implement science-driven and evidencedbasedinterventions that promote quality of life for the clients whom they serve. The graduates willcontribute to their profession and to a global society through their competence, ethical standards andprofessionalism.Program Learning OutcomesUpon completion of the Master of Occupational Therapy Program, graduates will demonstrate the abilityto:Exhibit the skills of a professional occupational therapist through a commitment to lifelonglearning.Advocate for the profession of occupational therapy while collaborating with other members of ahealth care team.Practice clinical reasoning skills based on foundational knowledge and professional skills in orderto provide optimal interventions for client problems in varied settings.Ensure optimal and culturally competent verbal and written communication of occupationaltherapy services.Implement principles of ethical and professional behavior in the delivery of occupational therapyservices.Use effective leadership skills to advance the roll of occupational therapy.Evaluate evidence-based information by accessing resources and interpreting information forcompetent interventions.Program PrerequisitesSocial Sciences (to include psychology,sociology, anthropology, human growthand development, abnormal psychology)General College Physics (must include motion/movement)General College BiologyAnatomy and Physiology I & II15 semester hours3 semester hours3 semester hours6 semester hours(NOTE: Substitutions can be considered with the approval of the program director)Recommended Prerequisites: General College ChemistryMedical Terminology3 semester hours2 semester hoursRecommended Electives: Speech, Statistics, additional Biology and Physics.Delivery of CourseworkCoursework is offered in a blended learning format. This is a combination of an online learningcomponent with classroom instruction. Our lab classes are taught in a hands-on setting, while someportions of the course content are presented through a variety of interactive online activities andaugmented by in-class discussions. This learning style allows our students to have a vast range of learningtechniques at their fingertips.48

CURRICULUMTRIMESTER ITrimester HoursHSC 5003 Critical Thinking 1HSC 5010 Scientific Inquiry 1HSC 5100C Applied Human Anatomy 4HSC 5213C Skills and Procedures 4HSC 5741C Applied Medical Physiology 4OCT 5801 Foundations of OT – Fieldwork Introduction 3Trimester Total 17TRIMESTER IIHSC 5122C Biomechanics 4HSC 5416 General Pathology 3HSC 5700 Wellness and Prevention 3OCT 5011 Evidence-Based Practice 2OCT 5100 Professional Forum 2OCT 5300 Evaluation and Assessment 4OCT 5802 Fieldwork IA 1Trimester Total 19TRIMESTER IIIHSC 5151C Clinical Neurosciences 5HSC 5142 Child Development 3HSC 5800 Gerontology 3OCT 5031 Evidence-Based Research I 1OCT 5125C Biomechanical Interventions 4OCT 5406C Psychosocial Interventions 4OCT 5803 Fieldwork IB 1Trimester Total 21TRIMESTER IVHSC 5351 Pharmacology 2HSC 5610 Administration and Management in OT and PT 2OCT 5041 Evidence-Based Research II 1OCT 5216C Physical Modalities for OT 2OCT 5610C Neurorehabilitation Interventions 4OCT 5620C Pediatric Interventions 4OCT 5630C Assistive Technology & Community Service 4Trimester Total 19TRIMESTERS V AND VIOCT 5005 Clinical Reasoning 1OCT 5701C Orthotics and Prosthetics 3OCT 5810 Exit Exam 1OCT 5811 Fieldwork IC – Mock Clinic 2OCT 5813 Fieldwork IIA 12OCT 5824 Fieldwork IIB 12Trimester Total 3149

OTHER/AVAILABLE ELECTIVESIDS 5802 Independent Study VariableNOTE: MOT students must complete all Level II fieldwork within twenty-four (24) months followingcompletion of academic preparation.For further information about accreditation contact: Accreditation Council for Occupational TherapyEducation (ACOTE), 4720 Montgomery Lane, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220, Telephone 301-652-2682.Students studying at the San Marcos campus50

DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT)Mission StatementThe mission of the University’s DPT program is to graduate competent, versatile, reflective, empatheticand autonomous practitioners who by virtue of their critical thinking and active learning skills, clinicalexperience, diagnostic proficiency, ethical and behavioral standards and commitment to professionalism,will be prepared to assist and direct the patient or client in achieving optimum function. Thesepractitioners will contribute to their practice and society through continued professional growth andpersonal example of a healthy and productive lifestyle.Program Learning Outcomes Engage in personal and professional development and lifelong learning activitieso Graduates who respond to the alumni surveys will move into residency, fellowship,specialization, and/or advanced degree opportunities within 5 years of graduationo Graduates will become clinical instructors within 5 yearso Graduates will accept responsibility for evaluating new knowledge and itsrelationship to effective patient careo Graduates will attend professional activities related to continuing education andclinical competence during the degree program Practice physical therapy in a manner that supports cooperative relationships withpatients/clients, other health care providers, and the communityo Graduates will effectively utilize community and interdisciplinary resources andservices for patients and their families Perform evidence-informed physical therapist practice based on foundational knowledgeand professional clinical skillso Graduates will demonstrate entry-level performance with diagnostic and prognosticreasoning, establishing patient impairments, functional limitations, disability andsetting reasonable, measurable goals for individuals with movement dysfunctionsacross the lifespano Graduates will be able to develop intervention plans that are safe, cost-effective,evidence-informed, and meet current ethical-legal standards for individuals withmovement dysfunctions across the lifespano Graduates will utilize outcome measures to determine intervention effectiveness forindividuals with movement dysfunctions across the lifespano Graduates will apply evidence from the professional/scientific literature to patientcare Interact in a professional manner that demonstrates effective communication for variousaudiences and purposeso Graduates will treat patients of all socio-economic, nationality, gender, disability,sexual orientation, or religious affiliation with empathy and respecto Graduates will demonstrate entry-level professional behaviors when interacting with otherso Graduates will positively interact with individuals and groups to achieve desiredgoals in physical therapy Implement principles of ethical and professional behavior in physical therapist practiceo Graduates will be volunteer participants in the university-wide honor codeo Graduates will treat patients of al socio-economic, nationality, gender, disability,sexual orientation, or religious affiliation with empathy and respecto Graduates will demonstrate entry-level professional behaviors when interacting withothers51

Display qualities of leadership in physical therapist practice to advance the profession ofphysical therapyo Program graduates will be informed about current political and/or regulatory issuesthat may affect physical therapy practice within their stateo Graduates (after 1 year) are APTA memberso Graduates are active in community service organizationsApply critical thinking to evidence-informed decision making in physical therapist practiceo Graduates will utilize independent and sound decision-making during patientscreenings and examinations for individuals with movement dysfunctions across thelifespanProgram PrerequisitesGeneral College Chemistry I and IIGeneral College Physics I and II (kinesiology or biomechanicscan be subsituted for physics II)General College Biology I and II (zoology can be substitutedfor biology II)Anatomy and Physiology I and IISocial Sciences (psychology, sociology, anthropology)Recommended Prerequisite: Medical Terminology6 semester hours6 semester hours6 semester hours6 semester hours9 semester hours2 semester hours(NOTE: Substitutions can be considered with approval by the program director)Delivery of CourseworkCoursework is offered in a blended learning format. This is a combination of an online learningcomponent with classroom instruction. Our lab classes are taught in a hands-on setting, while someportions of the course content are presented through a variety of interactive online activities andaugmented by in-class discussions. This learning style allows our students to have a vast range of learningtechniques at their fingertips.CURRICULUMTRIMESTER ITrimester HoursHSC 5003 Critical Thinking 1HSC 5010 Scientific Inquiry 1HSC 5100C Applied Human Anatomy 4HSC 5213C Skills & Procedures 4HSC 5741C Applied Medical Physiology 4PHT 5802 Practicum I 2PHT 5006C Massage and Soft Tissue Palpation 1Trimester Total 17TRIMESTER IIHSC 5122C Biomechanics 4HSC 5416 General Pathology 3HSC 5700 Wellness and Prevention 3PHT 5132C Musculoskeletal I: Orthopaedics 4PHT 5225C Physical Modalities/Integumentary 4PHT 5234C General Therapeutic Exercise I 4Trimester Total 2252

TRIMESTER IIITrimester HoursHSC 5142 Child Development 3HSC 5151C Clinical Neuroscience 5HSC 5800 Gerontology 3PHT 5133C Musculoskeletal II: Mock Clinic 3PHT 5143C Neuromuscular I: Concepts and Evaluation 3PHT 5236C Therapeutic Exercise II 3PHT 5805 Practicum II 2Trimester Total 22TRIMESTER IVHSC 5351 Pharmacology 2PHT 5145C Neuromuscular II: Therapeutic Approaches 3PHT 5702C Prosthetics 1PHT 5713C Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation 2PHT 5813 Internship I 7Trimester Total 15TRIMESTER VHSC 5610 Administration and Management in OT and PT 2PHT 5103 Critical Thinking II 1PHT 5134C Musculoskeletal III: Advanced Extremity Examination,Evaluation and Manipulation (E1) 3PHT 5135C Musculoskeletal IV: Advanced Spinal Examination,Evaluation and Manipulation (S1) 3PHT 5140C Pediatric Physical Therapy 2PHT 5147CNeuromuscular III – Advanced Evaluation and Interventionsfor the Adult 2PHT 5405 Psychosocial & Ethical Aspects of Physical Therapy 3PHT 5906 Research II: Proposal Development 3Trimester Total 19TRIMESTER VIPHT 5824 Internship II 8PHT 5828 Internship III 8Trimester Total 1653

TRIMESTER VIITrimester HoursRequired Courses:HSC 6400E Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist 2PHT 5809 Exit Exam (DPTEN) 1PHT 5907 Research III: Patient Case Report 1PHT 6220E Myofascial Manipulation (MF1) 2PHT 6403E Imaging for Physical Therapy 2Students choose 7 credits from the following electives:BSC 6001E Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics 3BSC 6101E Application of Motor Control and Motor Learning TheoryTo Neurologic Intervention 2BSC 6102E Interventions for the Older Adult with Neurological Impairment 3BSC 6103E Neurologic Dysfunction in the Pediatric Client 3BSC 6301E Ergonomics 2HSA 6101E Health Services Administration 3HSC 6100E Electrotherapy: Principles & Clinic Applications for 2OrthopaedicsHSC 6300E Advancing Hand Therapy Skills 2HSC 6320E School Based Practice 2HSC 6360E Spinal Instability 2OCT 5620C Pediatric Interventions 4OCT 5701C Orthotics and Prosthetics 3PHT 5830 Elective Internship IV 1-8PHT 5900 Locomotor Training for the Neurologic Patient 2PHT 6202E Adv. Pelvic Lumbar & Thoracic Spine (S2) 2PHT 6203E Adv. Cervical & Upper Thoracic Spine (S3) 2PHT 6204E Functional Analysis: Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (S4) 1PHT 6211E Extremity Integration (E2) 2PHT 6331E Evaluation and Treatment of the Craniomandibular System 2PHT 6461E Musculoskeletal Clinical Integration* 2PSY 6102E Psychology of Health and Exercise 2PSY 6103E Applied Psychology Performance 3Note: Courses are anticipated to be offered through various delivery mechanisms to includeon-line delivery. Depending on demand, some Trimester VII elective courses may not beavailable.OTHER/AVAILABLE ELECTIVESIDS 5802 Directed Study Variable*This course is not available for students attending the entry-level DPT program in San Marcos, CA.54

Dual Degree Option (MOT and DPT)The University offers a “Second Degree” option in its entry-level programs for those who choose tocombine the professional skills of occupational and physical therapy. The Dual Degree Option offers aunique opportunity to earn both a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree and a Doctor ofPhysical Therapy (DPT) degree in three years and four months (ten trimesters total). A student has anopportunity to gain clinical excellence and may increase the marketability of the entry-level practitioner.Master of Occupational Therapy Program Mission StatementThe mission of the University’s MOT program is to graduate a diverse population of practitioners whohave the skills necessary to analyze human occupation and to implement science-driven and evidencedbasedinterventions that promote quality of life for the clients whom they serve. The graduates willcontribute to their profession and to a global society through their competence, ethical standards andprofessionalism.Master of Occupational Therapy Program Learning OutcomesUpon completion of the Master of Occupational Therapy Program, graduates will demonstrate the abilityto:Exhibit the skills of a professional occupational therapist through a commitment to lifelonglearning.Advocate for the profession of occupational therapy while collaborating with other members of ahealth care team.Practice clinical reasoning skills based on foundational knowledge and professional skills in orderto provide optimal interventions for client problems in varied settings.Ensure optimal and culturally competent verbal and written communication of occupationaltherapy services.Implement principles of ethical and professional behavior in the delivery of occupational therapyservices.Use effective leadership skills to advance the roll of occupational therapy.Evaluate evidence-based information by accessing resources and interpreting information forcompetent interventions.Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Mission StatementThe mission of the University’s DPT program is to graduate competent, versatile, reflective, empatheticand autonomous practitioners who by virtue of their critical thinking and active learning skills, clinicalexperience, diagnostic proficiency, ethical and behavioral standards and commitment to professionalism,will be prepared to assist and direct the patient or client in achieving optimum function. Thesepractitioners will contribute to their practice and society through continued professional growth andpersonal example of a healthy and productive lifestyle.Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Learning OutcomesEngage in personal and professional development and lifelong learning activitieso Graduates who respond to the alumni surveys will move into residency, fellowship,specialization, and/or advanced degree opportunities within 5 years of graduationo Graduates will become clinical instructors within 5 years55

o Graduates will accept responsibility for evaluating new knowledge and itsrelationship to effective patient careo Graduates will attend professional activities related to continuing education andclinical competence during the degree programPractice physical therapy in a manner that supports cooperative relationships withpatients/clients, other health care providers, and the communityo Graduates will effectively utilize community and interdisciplinary resources andservices for patients and their familiesPerform evidence-informed physical therapist practice based on foundational knowledgeand professional clinical skillso Graduates will demonstrate entry-level performance with diagnostic and prognosticreasoning, establishing patient impairments, functional limitations, disability andsetting reasonable, measurable goals for individuals with movement dysfunctionsacross the lifespano Graduates will be able to develop intervention plans that are safe, cost-effective,evidence-informed, and meet current ethical-legal standards for individuals withmovement dysfunctions across the lifespano Graduates will utilize outcome measures to determine intervention effectiveness forindividuals with movement dysfunctions across the lifespano Graduates will apply evidence from the professional/scientific literature to patientcareInteract in a professional manner that demonstrates effective communication for variousaudiences and purposeso Graduates will treat patients of all socio-economic, nationality, gender, disability,sexual orientation, or religious affiliation with empathy and respecto Graduates will demonstrate entry-level professional behaviors when interacting withotherso Graduates will positively interact with individuals and groups to achieve desiredgoals in physical therapyImplement principles of ethical and professional behavior in physical therapist practiceo Graduates will be volunteer participants in the university-wide honor codeo Graduates will treat patients of al socio-economic, nationality, gender, disability,sexual orientation, or religious affiliation with empathy and respecto Graduates will demonstrate entry-level professional behaviors when interacting withothersDisplay qualities of leadership in physical therapist practice to advance the profession ofphysical therapyo Program graduates will be informed about current political and/or regulatory issuesthat may affect physical therapy practice within their stateo Graduates (after 1 year) are APTA memberso Graduates are active in community service organizationsApply critical thinking to evidence-informed decision making in physical therapistpracticeo Graduates will utilize independent and sound decision-making during patientscreenings and examinations for individuals with movement dysfunctions across thelifespan56

Program PrerequisitesGeneral College Chemistry I and IIGeneral College Physics I and II (kinesiology or biomechanicscan be substituted for one semester of physics)General College Biology I and II (zoology can be substitutedfor biology II)Anatomy and Physiology I and IISocial Sciences (human growth and development, psychology,sociology, abnormal psychology and anthropology)6 semester hours6 semester hours6 semester hours6 semester hours15 semester hoursRecommended Prerequisite: Medical Terminology2 semester hours(NOTE: Substitutions can be considered with the approval of the program director)Delivery of CourseworkCoursework is offered in a blended learning format. This is a combination of an online learningcomponent with classroom instruction. Our lab classes are taught in a hands-on setting, while someportions of the course content are presented through a variety of interactive online activities andaugmented by in-class discussions. This learning style allows our students to have a vast range of learningtechniques at their fingertips.CURRICULUMTRIMESTER ITrimester HoursHSC 5003 Critical Thinking 1HSC 5010 Scientific Inquiry 1HSC 5100C Applied Human Anatomy 4HSC 5213C Skills and Procedures 4HSC 5741C Applied Medical Physiology 4OCT 5801 Foundations of OT-Fieldwork Introduction 3PHT 5006C Massage and Soft Tissue Palpation 1Trimester Total 18TRIMESTER IIHSC 5122C Biomechanics 4HSC 5416 General Pathology 3HSC 5700 Wellness and Prevention 3OCT 5011 Evidence-Based Practice 2OCT 5100 Professional Forum 2OCT 5300 Evaluation and Assessment 4OCT 5802 Fieldwork IA 1Trimester Total 19TRIMESTER IIIHSC 5142 Child Development 3HSC 5151C Clinical Neurosciences 5HSC 5800 Gerontology 3OCT 5031 Evidence-Based Research I 1OCT 5125C Biomechanical Interventions 4OCT 5406C Psychosocial Interventions 4OCT 5803 Fieldwork IB 1Trimester Total 2157

TRIMESTER IVTrimester HoursHSC 5351 Pharmacology 2HSC 5610 Administration and Management 2OCT 5041 Evidence-Based Research II 1OCT 5610C Neurorehabilitation Interventions 4OCT 5620C Pediatric Interventions 4OCT 5630C Assistive Technology & Community Service 4PHT 5225C Physical Modalities/Integumentary 4Trimester Total 21TRIMESTER VOCT 5005 Clinical Reasoning 1OCT 5701C Orthotics and Prosthetics 3OCT 5811 Fieldwork 1C – Mock Clinic 2OCT 5813 Fieldwork IIA (2/3 in V, 1/3 VI) 12Trimester Total 18TRIMESTER VIOCT 5810 Exit Exam (half in V, half in VI) 1OCT 5824 Fieldwork IIB 12Trimester Total 13Graduate with MOT DegreeTRIMESTER VIIPHT 5132C Musculoskeletal I 4PHT 5234C Therapeutic Exercise 4PHT 5103 Critical Thinking II 1PHT 5243Neuromuscular Examination, EvaluationAnd Intervention 2PHT 5713C Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation 2PHT 5801 Practicum for Dual Option Students 1PHT 5702C Prosthetics 115TRIMESTER VIIIPHT 5236C Therapeutic Exercise II 3PHT 5133 Musculoskeletal II (Mock Clinic) 3PHT 5134C Musculoskeletal III (E1) 3PHT 5135C Musculoskeletal IV (S1) 3PHT 5147CNeuromuscular III – Advanced Evaluation and Interventionsin the Adult 2PHT 5140C Pediatric Physical Therapy 2IDS 5802 Independent Study-Research II 1Trimester Total 1758

TRIMESTER IXTrimester HoursPHT 5824 PT Internship II 8PHT 5828 PT Internship III 8Trimester Total 16TRIMESTER XRequired Courses:HSC 6400E Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist 2PHT 5809 Exit Exam (DPTEN) 1PHT 5907 Research III: Patient Case Report 1PHT 6220E Myofascial Manipulation 2PHT 6403E Imaging for Physical Therapy 2Students choose 7 credits from the following electives:BSC 6001E Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics 3BSC 6101E Motor Control and Motor Learning 2BSC 6102E Older Adult with a Neuro Impairment 3BSC 6103E Neurologic Dysfunction in the Pediatric Client 3BSC 6301E Ergonomics 2HSA 6101E Health Services Administration 3HSC 6100E Electrotherapy: Principles & Clinic 2Applications for OrthopaedicsHSC 6300E Advancing Hand Therapy Skills 2HSC 6320E School Based Practice 2HSC 6360E Spinal Instability 2PHT 5830 Elective Internship IV 1-8PHT 5900 Locomotor Training for the Neurologic Patient 2PHT 6202E Adv. Pelvic Lumbar & Thoracic Spine (S2) 2PHT 6203E Adv. Cervical & Upper Thoracic Spine (S3) 2PHT 6204E Functional Analysis: Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip 1Complex (S4)PHT 6211E Extremity Integration (E2) 2PHT 6331E Eval and Treatment of the Craniomandibular System 2PHT 6461E Musculoskeletal Clinical Integration* 2PSY 6102E Psychology of Health and Exercise 2PSY 6103E Applied Psychology Performance 3OTHERIDS 5802 Directed Study (entry-level) VariableBolded Classes are PT classes integrated into OT curriculum.*This course is not available for students attending the entry-level DPT program in San Marcos, CA.59

FLEXIBLE MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (MOT)Mission StatementThe mission of the University’s MOT program is to graduate a diverse population of practitioners whohave the skills necessary to analyze human occupation and to implement science-driven and evidencedbasedinterventions that promote quality of life for the clients whom they serve. The graduates willcontribute to their profession and to a global society through their competence, ethical standards andprofessionalism.Upon completion of the Master of Occupational Therapy Program, graduates will demonstrate the abilityto:Exhibit the skills of a professional occupational therapist through a commitment to lifelonglearning.Advocate for the profession of occupational therapy while collaborating with other members of ahealth care team.Practice clinical reasoning skills based on foundational knowledge and professional skills in orderto provide optimal interventions for client problems in varied settings.Ensure optimal and culturally competent verbal and written communication of occupationaltherapy services.Implement principles of ethical and professional behavior in the delivery of occupational therapyservices.Use effective leadership skills to advance the roll of occupational therapy.Evaluate evidence-based information by accessing resources and interpreting information forcompetent interventions.Program PrerequisitesSocial Sciences (to include psychology,sociology, anthropology, human growthand development, abnormal psychology)General College Physics (must include motion/movement)General College BiologyAnatomy and Physiology I & II15 semester hours3 semester hours3 semester hours6 semester hours(NOTE: Substitutions can be considered with the approval of the program director)Recommended Prerequisites: General College ChemistryMedical Terminology3 semester hours2 semester hoursRecommended Electives: Speech, Statistics, additional Biology and Physics.Delivery of CourseworkMore than 50% of the coursework is delivered on-line to the student. The online courses consist of webbasedtext with extensive graphics, videos, and audio clips. There are opportunities provided for facultyto-studentand student-to-student synchronous and asynchronous interactive collaboration. Assessment ofonline learning outcomes includes a wide variety of evaluation tools depending on the course objectivessuch as: 1) regular quizzes completed online, 2) graded bulletin board assignments, 3) case reports, 4)group projects, 5) research papers, and 6) article critiques.In courses with a lab component, students come together for up to 16 hours of laboratory classes perweekend; generally no more than four to five weekends per trimester. The lab sessions provide an avenuefor teaching activities not well suited for online delivery such as the hands-on learning that is vital to60

physical therapy education, as well as oral presentations, lab practical testing, socialization activities, andsome proctored written examinations. Additionally, students may have to make arrangements for locallyproctored exams at other times, which may include non-lab weekends.CURRICULUMTRIMESTER ITrimester HoursHSC 5003 Critical Thinking 1HSC 5010 Scientific Inquiry 1HSC 5100C Applied Human Anatomy 4OCT 5801 Foundations of OT – Fieldwork Introduction 3Trimester Total 9TRIMESTER IIHSC 5213C Skills and Procedures 4HSC 5741C Applied Medical Physiology 4OCT 5100 Professional Forum 2OCT 5802 Fieldwork IA 1Trimester Total 11TRIMESTER IIIHSC 5122C Biomechanics 4HSC 5416 General Pathology 3OCT 5300 Evaluation and Assessment 4Trimester Total 11TRIMESTER IVHSC 5151C Clinical Neurosciences 5HSC 5700 Wellness and Prevention 3OCT 5011 Evidence-Based Practice 2OCT 5803 Fieldwork IB 1Trimester Total 11TRIMESTER VOCT 5125C Biomechanical Interventions 4HSC 5142 Child Development 3OCT 5406C Psychosocial Interventions 4Trimester Total 11TRIMESTER VIHSC 5800 Gerontology 3HSC 5610 Administration and Management in OT and PT 2HSC 5351 Pharmacology 2OCT 5610C Neurorehabilitation Interventions 4Trimester Total 11TRIMESTER VIIOCT 5031 Evidence-Based Research I 1OCT 5216C Physical Modalities for OT 2OCT 5620C Pediatric Interventions 4OCT 5630C Assistive Technology & Community Service 4Trimester Total 1161

TRIMESTER VIIITrimester HoursOCT 5041 Evidence-Based Research II 1OCT 5701C Orthotics and Prosthetics 3OCT 5811 Fieldwork IC – Mock Clinic 2OCT 5810 Exit Exam 1OCT 5005 Clinical Reasoning 1Trimester Total 8TRIMESTERS IX AND XOCT 5813 Fieldwork IIA 12OCT 5824 Fieldwork IIB 12Trimester Total 24OTHER/AVAILABLE ELECTIVESIDS 5802 Independent Study VariableNOTE: MOT students must complete all Level II fieldwork within twenty-four (24) months followingcompletion of academic preparation.For further information about accreditation contact: Accreditation Council for Occupational TherapyEducation (ACOTE), 4720 Montgomery Lane, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220, Telephone 301-652-2682.San Marcos DPT students in Skills and Procedure class learning crutch training at curbside62

FLEXIBLE DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT)The University of St. Augustine offers a part-time program for working adults seeking to earn the Doctorof Physical Therapy degree referred to as the Flex DPT Program. This program combines distanceeducation and weekend labs on campus in an entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Programdesigned for the student who needs flexibility in scheduling. By substituting asynchronous onlineeducation for most standard classroom participation and holding weekend labs on campus, an individualcan earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 12 trimesters (4 years).The model represents an expansion of the full-time, entry-level DPT Program currently in place at theUniversity of St. Augustine (USA). The same mission and curriculum used in the full-time Program isutilized in the Flex Program with the only differences being a reduction in the number of credits taken perterm and the delivery format. The Flex Program pre-requisites, admission requirements, academiccalendar, total tuition, and policies are the same as the on-campus program. Students in the Flex programcomplete 3 full-time clinical internships that are seven to eight weeks in length in the second half of theprogram. That portion of the curriculum will require full-time attendance by the Flex DPT student.There are two cohort groups of students admitted per year, starting in September and January with amaximum of 30 students per group and a minimum of 8 students. If the number of Flex cohort studentsdrops below 8, the university reserves the right to hold the cohort group back a trimester to combine withthe following group.Mission StatementThe mission of the University’s DPT program is to graduate competent, versatile, reflective, empatheticand autonomous practitioners who by virtue of their critical thinking and active learning skills, clinicalexperience, diagnostic proficiency, ethical and behavioral standards and commitment to professionalism,will be prepared to assist and direct the patient or client in achieving optimum function. Thesepractitioners will contribute to their practice and society through continued professional growth andpersonal example of a healthy and productive lifestyle.Program Learning Outcomes Engage in personal and professional development and lifelong learning activitieso Graduates who respond to the alumni surveys will move into residency, fellowship,specialization, and/or advanced degree opportunities within 5 years of graduationo Graduates will become clinical instructors within 5 yearso Graduates will accept responsibility for evaluating new knowledge and itsrelationship to effective patient careo Graduates will attend professional activities related to continuing education andclinical competence during the degree program Practice physical therapy in a manner that supports cooperative relationships withpatients/clients, other health care providers, and the communityo Graduates will effectively utilize community and interdisciplinary resources andservices for patients and their families Perform evidence-informed physical therapist practice based on foundational knowledgeand professional clinical skillso Graduates will demonstrate entry-level performance with diagnostic and prognosticreasoning, establishing patient impairments, functional limitations, disability andsetting reasonable, measurable goals for individuals with movement dysfunctionsacross the lifespan63

o Graduates will be able to develop intervention plans that are safe, cost-effective,evidence-informed, and meet current ethical-legal standards for individuals withmovement dysfunctions across the lifespano Graduates will utilize outcome measures to determine intervention effectiveness forindividuals with movement dysfunctions across the lifespano Graduates will apply evidence from the professional/scientific literature to patientcareInteract in a professional manner that demonstrates effective communication for variousaudiences and purposeso Graduates will treat patients of all socio-economic, nationality, gender, disability,sexual orientation, or religious affiliation with empathy and respecto Graduates will demonstrate entry-level professional behaviors when interacting withotherso Graduates will positively interact with individuals and groups to achieve desiredgoals in physical therapyImplement principles of ethical and professional behavior in physical therapist practiceo Graduates will be volunteer participants in the university-wide honor codeo Graduates will treat patients of al socio-economic, nationality, gender, disability,sexual orientation, or religious affiliation with empathy and respecto Graduates will demonstrate entry-level professional behaviors when interacting withothersDisplay qualities of leadership in physical therapist practice to advance the profession ofphysical therapyo Program graduates will be informed about current political and/or regulatory issuesthat may affect physical therapy practice within their stateo Graduates (after 1 year) are APTA memberso Graduates are active in community service organizationsApply critical thinking to evidence-informed decision making in physical therapistpracticeoGraduates will utilize independent and sound decision-making during patientscreenings and examinations for individuals with movement dysfunctions across thelifespanProgram PrerequisitesGeneral College Chemistry I and IIGeneral College Physics I and II (kinesiology or biomechanicscan be substitubed for physics II)General College Biology I and II (zoology can be substituted for biology II)Anatomy and Physiology I and IISocial Sciences (psychology, sociology, anthropology)Recommended Prerequisite: Medical Terminology6 semester hours6 semester hours6 semester hours6 semester hours9 semester hours2 semester hours(NOTE: Substitutions will be considered with approval by the program director)Delivery of CourseworkMore than 50% of the coursework is delivered on-line to the student. The online courses consist of webbasedtext with extensive graphics, videos, and audio clips. There are opportunities provided for facultyto-studentand student-to-student synchronous and asynchronous interactive collaboration. Assessment ofonline learning outcomes includes a wide variety of evaluation tools depending on the course objectives64

such as: 1) quizzes completed online; 2) graded discussion assignments; 3) case reports; 4) groupprojects; 5) research papers; and 6) article critiques.In courses with a lab component, students come together on campus for 16 hours of laboratory classes perweekend for no more than 7 weekends per 15 week trimester. The lab sessions provide an avenue forteaching activities not well suited for online delivery such as the hands-on learning that is vital to physicaltherapy education, in addition to oral presentations, proctored written examinations, lab practical testing,and socialization activities. Currently these lab activities are located in St. Augustine, Florida and SanMarcos, California.CURRICULUMTRIMESTER ITrimester HoursHSC 5003 Critical Thinking 1HSC 5010 Scientific Inquiry 1HSC 5100C Applied Human Anatomy 4PHT 5006C Massage and Soft Tissue Palpation 1Trimester Total 7TRIMESTER IIHSC 5213C Skills & Procedures 4HSC 5741C Applied Medical Physiology 4PHT 5802 Practicum I 2Trimester Total 10TRIMESTER IIIHSC 5122C Biomechanics 4HSC 5416 General Pathology 3PHT 5405 Psychosocial & Ethical Aspects of Physical Therapy 3Trimester Total 10TRIMESTER IVHSC 5151C Clinical Neuroscience 5HSC 5710 Wellness and Prevention 3PHT 5225C Physical Modalities/Integumentary 4Trimester Total 12TRIMESTER V Trimester HoursHSC 5142 Child Development (Fall Trimester 2012 3HSC 5800 Gerontology (Spring and Summer Trimester 2013) 3PHT 5132C Musculoskeletal I: Orthopaedics 4PHT 5234C General Therapeutic Exercise I 4Trimester Total 11TRIMESTER VIHSC 5800 Gerontology (Fall Trimester 2012) 3HSC 5142 Child Development (Spring and Summer Trimester 2013) 3PHT 5143C Neuromuscular I: Concepts and Evaluation 3PHT 5236C Therapeutic Exercise II 3PHT 5805 Practicum II 2Trimester Total 1165

TRIMESTER VIITrimester HoursHSC 5351 Pharmacology 2PHT 5133C Musculoskeletal II: Mock Clinic 3PHT 5702C Prosthetics 1PHT 5713C Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation 2Trimester Total 8TRIMESTER VIIIHSC 6400E Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist 2PHT 5145C Neuromuscular II: Therapeutic Approaches 3PHT 5813 Internship I 7Trimester Total 12TRIMESTER IXHSC 5610 Administration and Management in OT and PT 2PHT 5103 Critical Thinking II 1PHT 5134C Musculoskeletal III: Advanced Extremity Examination,PHT 5135CEvaluation and Manipulation (E1) 3Musculoskeletal IV: Advanced Spinal Examination,Evaluation and Manipulation (S1) 3PHT 6403E Imaging for Physical Therapy 2Trimester Total 11TRIMESTER XPHT 5140C Pediatric Physical Therapy 2PHT 5147C Neuromuscular III: Advanced Evaluation and Interventionsin the Adult 2PHT 5906 Research II: Proposal Development 3PHT 6220E Myofascial Manipulation (MF1) 2Trimester Total 9TRIMESTER XIPHT 5824 Internship II 8PHT 5828 Internship III* 8Trimester Total 1666

TRIMESTER XIITrimester HoursRequired Courses:PHT 5809 Exit Exam 1PHT 5907 Research III: Patient Case Report 1Students choose 7 credits from the following electives:BSC 6001E Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics 3BSC 6101E Application of Motor Control and Motor Learning TheoryTo Neurologic Intervention 2BSC 6102E Interventions for the Older Adult with Neurological Impairment 3BSC 6103E The Pediatric Client with a Neurological Impairment 3BSC 6301E Ergonomics 2HSA 6101E Health Services Administration 3HSC 6100E Electrotherapy: Principles & Clinic Applications for 2OrthopaedicsHSC 6300E Advancing Hand Therapy Skills 2HSC 6320E School-Based PracticeHSC 6360E Spinal Instability 2OCT 5620C Pediatric Interventions* 4OCT 5701C Orthotics and Prosthetics* 3PHT 5830 Elective Internship IV 1-8PHT 5900 Locomotor Training for the Neurologic Patient 2PHT 6202E Adv. Pelvic Lumbar & Thoracic Spine (S2) 2PHT 6203E Adv. Cervical & Upper Thoracic Spine (S3) 2PHT 6204E Functional Analysis: Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (S4) 1PHT 6211E Extremity Integration (E2) 2PHT 6331E Evaluation and Treatment of the Craniomandibular System 2PHT 6461E Musculoskeletal Clinical Integration* 2PSY 6102E Psychology of Health and Exercise 2PSY 6103E Applied Performance Psychology 3OPTIONAL TRIMESTER XIIFor those students who cannot complete 2 fulltime internships in one trimesterInternship III 8*These elective courses are not available for students attending the Flex program.67

MASTER OF ORTHOPAEDIC ASSISTANT (MOA)Note: This program began as a method of entry into the profession titled Orthopaedic Physician’sAssistant, a profession long established as serving the Orthopaedic Surgeon as a physician extender.Beginning in February, 2013 it became apparent that the professional credentialing bodies andprofessional association would be moving towards a name change to provide clarity and decreaseconfusion between professions. During this time of consideration, it became apparent that the schoolwould be serving the best interest of its students to comply with a name change as well. Pending finallegal documentation and written support from the professional bodies of Physician Assistants, the schoolwill change the name of its degree to Master of Orthopaedic Assistant but students who entered theprogram prior to 5/1/2013, under the old degree title (Master of Orthopaedic Physician Assistant), willhave the choice of graduating with either degree.Mission StatementThe mission of this program is to educate highly competent and compassionate Orthopaedic Assistants whoexcel in meeting the health care needs of Orthopaedic Physicians across the United States.Program Learning OutcomesThrough completion of this program, students will: Utilize life-long learning skills for evidenced-informed contributions to the profession oforthopaedic assistant. Collaborate with a medical team on the best approach to comprehensive orthopaedic-basedtreatments. Plan evidence-based non-surgical approaches in assisting the orthopaedic surgeon. Exhibit clearly written and verbal communication skills during patient interactions, professionalcommunications, and documentation. Articulate the legal and regulatory responsibilities of the profession of the orthopaedic assistant. Model advocacy skills for the profession of orthopaedic assistant within the clinic, community,and other health care fields. Utilize effective clinical reasoning, judgment, and differential diagnosis in selecting orthopaedicdiagnostic and treatment interventions.Program PrerequisitesMedical TerminologyGeneral College Chemistry I & II(may also take organic or inorganic chemistry, biochemistry)Cell BiologyMicrobiologyGeneral Physics I & II (may substitute Biomechanicsor Kinesiology for 1 term (3 credits) of Physics)Anatomy & Physiology I & II (may substitute 1 term(3 credits) Anatomy and 1 term (3 credits) Exercise Physiology)Social Sciences (from among: psychology, sociology,anthropology, human growth and development)2 semester hours6 semester hours3 semester hours3 semester hours6 semester hours6 semester hours9 semester hoursDelivery of CourseworkThe MOA program combines one year of classroom/online learning with a full-year of orthopaedicspecificclinical rotations.68

CURRICULUMTRIMESTER ITrimester HoursHSC 5003 Critical Thinking 1HSC 5010 Scientific Inquiry 1HSC 5100C Applied Human Anatomy 4HSC 5741C Applied Medical Physiology 3OA 5700 Wellness and Prevention 2OA 5110 OA Professional Issues I 2OA 5050 Medical Physical Assessment 2Trimester Total 15TRIMESTER IIHSC 5122C Biomechanics 4HSC 5416 General Pathology 3OA 5120 OA Professional Issues II 2OA 5132C OA Orthopaedics I 4OA 5125C OA Lab Procedures 2OA 5351 OA Orthopaedic Pharmacology 3Trimester Total 18TRIMESTER IIIOA 5134C OA Orthopaedics II 4OA 5151C Clinical Neuroscience 2OA 5200 OA Surgery* 6OCT 5803 OA Imaging 3OA 5714 OA Internal Medicine 3OA 5906 Research II 2*Students will spend one week at the Meridian Institute ofSurgical Assisting in Tennessee. Please refer to Page 24 forInformation regarding associated costs.Trimester Total 20TRIMESTER IVOA 5811 Clinical Rotation I 16Trimester Total 16TRIMESTER VOA 5813 Clinical Rotation II 16Trimester Total 16TRIMESTER VIOA 5809 Exit Exam 1OA 5815 Clinical Rotation III 8OA 5907 Research III 1Trimester Total 1069

TRANSITIONAL DOCTOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (OTD)Mission StatementThe mission of the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program is to graduate students withadvanced knowledge in practice excellence who have the leadership, and clinical skills necessary topromote the profession of occupational therapy. High priority is placed on active inquiry, criticalthinking and reflective practice.Program Learning OutcomesMaintain professional occupational therapy skills by engaging in professional lifelong learningactivities.Advocate for the profession of occupational therapy while collaborating with other members of ahealth care team.Interpret evidence-based information for informed decision-making in occupational therapypractice.Construct effective arguments within professional practice that support the role of occupationaltherapy.Use ethical and professional behaviors in the delivery of occupational therapy services.Use effective leadership skills to advance the profession of occupational therapy.Utilize critical reasoning skills within occupational therapy practice to advance the profession.Admission RequirementsApplication to the OTD program is open to all occupational therapists who entered the profession with abachelor’s degree or master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited institution. It is expectedthat all applicants are licensed or eligible for licensure in the United States. Applicants must be currentlyemployed as an occupational therapist or have a minimum of one year’s experience as an occupationaltherapist. For more details on admission, see the Admissions to the University section of this Catalog.Official transcripts from all previous institutions of higher learning must be submitted directly to theUniversity in accordance with the Application for Admission instructions.International Students Applying for AdmissionForeign-trained candidates who do not require a student visa to participate in University courses and/ordegrees can be considered for admission. To enter the OTD program, the following criteria will apply: Be a graduate of a program in a country that is a member of the World Federation ofOccupational Therapists. Submit transcripts (original and a translated version, if applicable) and a credentialing evaluationfrom an agency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services(NACES) that provide evidence of training at a level equivalent to that of a bachelor’s degree inthe United States.Candidate must submit an official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report iftheir education was completed in a language other than English or they reside in a non-Englishspeaking country. A minimum score of 550 (paper-based testing), 210 (computer-based testing) or 83 (IBT –Internet based testing) is required on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).70

Notification of StatusThe applicant will be notified by email from the University of his/her admission status after all requiredapplication materials have been reviewed by the Admissions Committee.Academic RequirementTo remain in the OTD program, the student must: Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Complete a minimum of one (1) course within three months (12 weeks) and a minimum of 5credits within a calendar year.Program OverviewFor candidates entering the program with a master’s degree from the University of St. Augustine (MOT),they are required to complete a minimum of 30 credits. For candidates who hold a master’s degree* inoccupational therapy, a minimum of 35 credits will be required to earn the OTD degree. The studentshould be able to complete this program in two to three years on a part-time basis. The candidates whohold a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy, a minimum of 60 credits will be required. The studentshould be able to complete this program in three to four years on a part-time basis.The OTD program includes several required courses depending on your highest previous degree.For the student holding a master’s degree these include: Science of Occupation (4 credits) Capstone 1 and 2 (5 credits) Leadership and Policy in Health Care (3 credits) Evidence Based Research for the Health Professional (3 credits) Health Administration (3 credits) Residency (1 credit) Practice courses (6 credits)For the student with a Bachelor’s degree there are five additional courses: Reflective Practice (4 credits) Professional Communication (2 credits) Issues in Healthcare Communication (2 credits) Clinical Integration I (8 credits) Clinical Integration II (8 credits)In addition to the required courses listed above, the remainder of OTD coursework is comprised of electivecourses and seminars. The University will also consider accepting graduate credits from other accreditedinstitutions. Please refer to the transfer credit policy in the catalog for further information on transfer credits.*The master’s degree may be either the first professional degree or a post-professional degree.Delivery of OTD CourseworkCourses in the OTD program are offered in a variety of formats. In some cases, as noted in the coursedescriptions, a prerequisite for a course may be completion of a continuing education seminar. This learningexperience is then enhanced through completion of assignments in a distance education format. Theseassignments are submitted to the University for grading in a specified time frame subsequent to completion ofthe seminar.71

Other courses are offered strictly through a distance education format. No seminar attendance is required andall learning activities are completed at a distance. This format is presented through a variety of deliverymethods including assigned readings, videos, CD-ROM, or via the Internet. This format also includesassignments that must be completed and returned to the University for grading to receive credit for the course.In addition, students may choose courses that are part of the regularly scheduled, 14-week, on-campuscurriculum.Incomplete CourseworkIf a student cannot complete the required work within the predetermined timeframe, he/she will receive agrade of Incomplete (“I”). The student must then complete the work by the new assigned due date toreceive a letter grade. No further extension will be permitted. If the student does not complete therequirements within the approved time, the “I” grade will automatically become an Incomplete/Fail(“I/F”) on his/her transcript.72

DOCTOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY CURRICULARequirements for an OTD candidate who holds a Master’s DegreeRequired CoursesCredit HoursBSC 6200 Evidence-Based Research for the Health Professional 3HSA 6101 Health Administration 3HSA 6201 Organizational Leadership and Policy in Health Care 3OCT 6150 Capstone I 1OCT 6400 Residency 1OCT 6495 The Science of Occupation 4OCT 6497 Capstone II 4Electives (USA MOT graduate students select a total 11 credits of which six of the credits are required fromthe Advanced Practice Courses; MOT graduate student select a total of 16 credits of which six of the creditsare required from the Advanced Practice Courses):Advanced Practice CoursesBSC 6001 Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics 3BSC 6101 Application of Motor Control and Motor Learning to Neurologic Intervention2BSC 6102 Interventions for the Older Adult with a Neurological Impairment 3BSC 6103 The Pediatric Client with a Neurological Impairment 3BSC 6301 Ergonomics 2COM 6200 Issues in Healthcare Communication 2HSC 6100 Electrotherapy: Principles & Clinic Applications for Orthopaedics 2HSC 6210 Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation 2HSC 6300 Advancing Your Hand Therapy Skills 2HSC 6320 School Based Practice 2HSC 6402 Pharmacology 2HSC 6413 Orthopedic Imaging for the Upper Extremity 2HSC 6450 Fundamentals of the Health Care Startup Business 3HSC 6460 Accounting and Finance for the Practice 3HSC 6470 Legal and Regulatory Issues 3HSC 7200 Information Literacy for Evidence-Based Practice 1OCT 6498 Clinical Integration 1-8PHT 6403 Imaging for Physical Therapy 2PSY 6102 Psychology of Health and Exercise 2PSY 6103 Applied Performance Psychology 3Leadership/Academic CoursesEDF 6101 Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3Independent Study CoursesIDS 6455 Directed Study 1-4IDS 6460 Directed Readings 1-4Total Credits Required (dependent on whether USA Alumni) 30-3573

Requirements for an OTD candidate who holds a Bachelor’s DegreeRequired CoursesCredit HoursBSC 6200 Evidence Based Research for the Health Professional 3COM 6100 Selected Topics in Professional Communication 2COM 6200 Issues in Healthcare Communication 2HSA 6101 Health Administration 3HSA 6201 Organizational Leadership and Policy in Health Care 3OCT 6150 Capstone I 1OCT 6200 Reflective Practice 4OCT 6400 Residency 1OCT 6495 The Science of Occupation 4OCT 6497 Capstone II 4OCT 6498 Clinical Integration I 8TBD Clinical Integration II 8Electives (bachelor’s degree graduate students select a total of 17 credits of which six of the credits arerequired from the Advanced Practice Courses):Advanced Practice CoursesBSC 6001 Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics 3BSC 6101Application of Motor Control and Motor Learning to NeurologicIntervention 2BSC 6102 Interventions for the Older Adult with a Neurological Impairment 3BSC 6103 The Pediatric Client with a Neurological Impairment 3BSC 6301 Ergonomics 2HSC 6100 Electrotherapy: Principles & Clinic Applications for Orthopaedics 2HSC 6210 Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation 2HSC 6300 Advancing Your Hand Therapy Skills 2HSC 6320 School Based Practice 2HSC 6402 Pharmacology 2HSC 6413 Orthopedic Imaging for the Upper Extremity 2HSC 6450 Fundamentals of the Health Care Startup Business 3HSC 6460 Accounting and Financing for the Practice 3HSC 6470 Legal and Regulatory Issues 3HSC 7200 Information Literacy for Evidence-Based Practice 1OCT 6498 Clinical Integration 1-8PHT 6403 Imaging for Physical Therapy 2PSY 6102 Psychology of Health and Exercise 2PSY 6103 Applied Performance Psychology 3Leadership/Academic CoursesEDF 6101 Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3Independent Study CoursesIDS 6455 Directed Study 1-4IDS 6460 Directed Readings 1-4Total Credits Required 6074

TUITION AND FEES – DOCTOR OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROGRAMTuition for all courses not involving a separate seminar is $465.00/credit hour. Courses with a seminarprerequisite for which seminar fees are charged separately the OTD coursework bears a per credit hourcharge of $200.00.USA Master’s Degree Applicant Estimated Tuition Costs of the OTD ProgramThe following is presented only as a guide for the student. The estimated costs set forth below cover course tuitionand examination fees. Textbooks, travel and lodging for seminars are additional.• Tuition for coursework (includes seminar fees): $13,950 (30 hours)• Application Fee: $50• Graduation Fee $150 if attending commencement; and $25 if not attending commencement• Estimated total for OTD – USA Master’s Degree Applicant: $14,150Master’s Degree Applicant Estimated Tuition Costs of the OTD ProgramThe following is presented only as a guide for the student. The estimated costs set forth below cover course tuitionand examination fees. Textbooks, travel and lodging for seminars are additional.• Tuition for coursework (includes seminar fees): $15,750 (35 hours)• Application Fee: $50• Graduation Fee $150 if attending commencement; and $25 if not attending commencement• Estimated total for OTD – Master’s Degree Applicant: $15,950BSOT Degree Applicant Estimated Tuition Costs of the OTD ProgramThe following is presented only as a guide for the student. The estimated costs set forth below cover course tuitionand examination fees. Textbooks, travel and lodging for seminars are additional.• Tuition for coursework (includes seminar fees): $20,860 (60 hours)• Application Fee: $50• Graduation Fee $150 if attending commencement; and $25 if not attending commencement• Estimated Total for OTD – BSOT Degree Applicant: $21,06075

TRANSITIONAL DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT)Mission StatementThe mission of the transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is to develop leaders in physicaltherapy patient examination, evaluation, intervention, and case management. Special focus is placed onthe foundational sciences of anatomy and biomechanics, while enhancing the clinical reasoning andtreatment skills of the student. Because this program is designed for physical therapists that work inclinical practice, it is expected that students will bring about positive improvements to the workplace asthey progress through the program. This program will help to promote the profession by developingexperiences that address the critical issues found in the delivery of health care today.Program Learning OutcomesDisplay personal and professional development and lifelong learning activities in the physicaltherapy profession.Initiate collaborative relationships and communication with patients/clients and other healthcareproviders.Adopt evidence-based practice and informed decision-making within physical therapy practice.Exhibit effective communication skills in physical therapy practice in order to advanceprofessional goals.Display professional and ethical behavior in daily interactions within physical therapy practice.Exhibit leadership skills to promote the advancement of the profession of physical therapy.Utilize critical thinking and reasoning skills when making decisions within physical therapypractice.This program is designed for practitioners who will also assume leadership roles in the profession ofphysical therapy. The program reinforces clinical excellence. A variety of course assignments such asmultiple choice tests, short essay and problem-solving exercises are used to test mastery of the learningobjectives. A summary or "capstone" project consisting of a case report or literature review integratescontent knowledge across program coursework. A mentored clinical residency may also be completed.Admission RequirementsAdmission to the program is open to all physical therapists who entered the profession with a bachelor’sdegree or master’s in physical therapy from an accredited institution. It is expected that all applicants arelicensed or eligible for licensure in the United States of America. If the student plans to complete aClinical Residency, he/she must be a licensed physical therapist in the state where the residency islocated. For more details on admission, see the Admissions to the University section of this Catalog.Official transcripts from all previous institutions of higher learning must be submitted directly to theUniversity in accordance with the Application for Admission instructions.International Students Applying for AdmissionForeign-trained candidates who do not require a student visa to participate in university courses and/ordegree programs can be considered for admission. To be considered for admission to the transitional DPTprogram, the following criteria will apply:The candidate must be a graduate of a program in a country that is a member of the WorldConfederation of Physical Therapy.Submit transcripts (original and a translated version, if applicable) and a credentialing evaluationfrom an agency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services(NACES) that provide evidence of training at a level equivalent to that of a bachelor’s degree in76

physical therapy in the United States. Physical therapists who graduated from a physiotherapyprogram that is accredited by Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada (PEAC) do notneed to submit a credentialing evaluation as part of the application process.The candidate must submit an official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scorereport if their education was completed in a language other than English. A minimum score of550 (paper-based testing), 210 (computer-based testing) or 83 (IBT – Internet based testing) isrequiredNotification of StatusThe applicant will be notified via email from the University of his/her admission status after review of allrequired application materials by the Graduate Council Admissions Committee.Academic RequirementsTo remain in the transitional DPT program, the student must:• Maintain a minimum of a 2.25 GPA and 2.50 for students accepted into the program after January1, 2012.• Register for a minimum of one course within twelve (12) weeks of acceptance and a minimum offive (5) credits each ensuing full calendar year.Program OverviewThe physical therapist holding a master’s degree* will need to complete the Capstone Project for 5required academic credits, and 19 elective academic credits. The transitional DPT program is 24 creditsfor the master level students.*The Master’s may be either the first professional degree or a post-professional degree.The physical therapist holding a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy will need to completePharmacology, Imaging, Differential Diagnosis, and Capstone Project for 11 required academic credits,and will need to complete 11 elective academic credits and 38 clinical integration credits. Thetransitional DPT program is 60 credits for the bachelor level students.At the end of the educational experience, the graduate will be awarded a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)degree.The student has the choice of completing the Capstone Project or a Mentored Clinical Residency with theprimary goal of providing an educational experience that assists the student in focusing his/her ideas andthoughts. The Capstone Project may take the form of one case report or an article (Literature Review,Perspective Paper or Descriptive Technical Report) prepared in publishable format. The MentoredClinical Residency is a supervised clinical experience in the specialty area selected by the student. Toearn five credits for a Clinical Residency, the student is required to complete a minimum of 9-12 monthsof patient care plus a minimum of 200 educational activity hours.Process for Obtaining the Transitional DPT Degree• Students begin by completing coursework in either a clinical specialty track, leading to aCertification, or a non-specialty clinical track of elective coursework. You may begin registeringfor the necessary seminars and coursework as soon as you are accepted into the program. Manycredit assignments consist of an online course with required short essay assignments, and unitquizzes.• For the speciality clinical track, following completion of all Certification seminars and creditassignments, the student may attend the Preparation and Certification Examination Week.Completion of the certification examination is not required for degree completion.77

• For the student with a master’s degree, once you have obtained 19 credits toward your degreeprogram you will proceed to Capstone Project I and II. An assigned faculty advisor approves anoutline of your project and then you complete either one publishable case report or article. Theadvisor will review and assist with revisions as needed.• If a Clinical Residency is chosen in lieu of the Capstone Project, the proposed residency site andmentor must meet the approval of the Program Director. It is recommended that studentscomplete at least two specialty-track seminars prior to starting the residency. The approvalprocess must begin early in the program. Contact the department for explanation of the approvalprocess.• For the students with a BSPT, you will proceed by completing the 44 required credits includingPharmacology, Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist, Imaging and Clinical Integration coursesI-V and 11 elective credits. Upon completion of 55 credits, you may begin work on CapstoneProject I and II. An assigned faculty advisor approves an outline of your project and then youcomplete either one publishable case report or article. The advisor will review and assist withrevisions as needed.Delivery of CourseworkCourses in the transitional DPT program are offered in a variety of formats. In some cases as noted in thecourse description, a prerequisite for a course may be completion of a continuing education seminar. Thislearning experience is then enhanced through completion of assignments in a distance education format.These assignments are submitted to the University for grading in a specified time frame according to thecourse syllabus or Academic Calendar.Other courses are offered strictly through a distance education format. No seminar attendance is requiredand all learning activities are completed at a distance. These courses are presented through a variety ofdelivery methods including online web-based courses. Each course has a variety of learning activities thatmust be completed and returned to the University for grading to receive credit for the course.Certain courses due to equipment and/or other resource constraints are offered as block scheduledcourses.Course Time LimitsThere will be a due date for all of your course assignments. In most courses, this will be eight to twelveweeks. Other courses encompass a full 15-week trimester with a due date at the end of the trimester. Theacademic calendar for the University is divided into three trimesters: Spring, Summer, and Fall.Trimester periods are denoted on the Academic Calendar.Transfer CreditsThe University will consider accepting graduate credits from other accredited institutions. Please refer to thetransfer credit policy in the catalog for further information on transfer credits.Incomplete CourseworkIf, for reasons acceptable to the instructor, a student cannot complete the required work within the predeterminedtimeframe, he/she will receive the grade of Incomplete ("I"). The student must then completethe work within 15 weeks of the due date to receive a letter grade. No further extension will be permitted.If the student does not complete the requirements within the approved time, the "I" grade willautomatically become a Fail ("F") on his/her transcript.78

Time LimitIt is required that students complete all requirements within four (4) years. An extension of up to two (2)years may be requested. If the Program Director approves the extension, there is an extension fee of $333per trimester.Student studying in the library at the St. Augustine campus79

TRANSITIONAL DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY CURRICULAMaster’s Degree Applicant CourseworkCredit HoursSpecialization or non-specialization elective courses 19Capstone Project I and II 5(or Clinical Residency)Total Hours 24Bachelor’s Degree Applicant CourseworkDifferential Diagnosis for the Therapist* 2Imaging for Physical Therapy* 2Pharmacology* 2Specialization or non-specialization elective courses 11Capstone Project I and II 5(or Clinical Residency)Clinical Integration I 8Clinical Integration II 8Clinical Integration III 8Clinical Integration IV 8Clinical Integration V 6Total Hours 60* required for Bachelor studentsCERTIFICATIONSManual Therapy TrackCourse # Course Title Credit HoursBSC 6001 *Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics (FCO) 3PHT 6201 Intro. to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation (S1) 3HSC 6210 Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation (E1) 2PHT 6211 Extremity Integration (E2) 2PHT 6220 Myofascial Manipulation (MF1) 2PHT 6202 Advanced Pelvic Lumbar and Thoracic Spine (S2) 2PHT 6203 Advanced Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine (S3) 2PHT 6204 Functional Analysis: Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (S4) 2PHT 6250 Certification in Manual Therapy 3Total Manual Therapy Certification Track Hours 21Primary Care TrackCourse # Course Title Credit HoursBSC 6001 *Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics (FCO) 3PHT 6201 Intro. to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation (S1)3HSC 6210 Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation (E1) 2HSC 6400 Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist 2HSC 6402 Pharmacology 2PHT 6115 Introduction to Primary Care 2PHT 6403 Imaging for Physical Therapy 2PHT 6450 Preparation/Certification in Primary Care 3Total Primary Care Certification Track Hours 1980

Craniofacial TrackCourse # Course Title Credit HoursBSC 6001 *Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics (FCO) 3PHT 6201 Introduction to Spinal Evaluation Manipulation (S1) 3PHT 6203 Advanced Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine (S3) 2PHT 6331 Eval and Treat of the Craniomandibular System 2PHT 6332 Intermediate Craniofacial 3PHT 6333 Advanced Craniofacial 3PHT 6334 State of the Art Treatment of the CraniomandibularSystem 1PHT 6350 Directed Study: Preparation/Certification inCraniofacial 3Total Craniofacial Certification Track Hours 20*FCO, while not required for certification is highly recommendedElective CoursesCourse # Course TitleBSC 6001 Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics (FCO) 3BSC 6101 Application of Motor Control and Motor 2Learning Theory to Neurologic InterventionsBSC 6102 Interventions for the Older Adult with a Neurological 3ImpairmentBSC 6103 The Pediatric Client with a Neurological Impairment 3BSC 6200 Evidence Based Research for the Health Professional 3BSC 6301 Ergonomics 2COM 6100 Professional Communications 2COM 6200 Issues in Healthcare Communication 2EDF 6101 Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3EDF 6201 Educational Theory for Clinicians 3EDF 7160 Curriculum Development in Health Sciences Education 3EDF 7170 Motivational Theory in Health Care Education 3EDF 7180 Technology in Higher Education 3EDF 7190 Current Issues in Health Sciences Education 3HSA 6101 Health Services Administration 3HSA 6201 Organizational Leadership and Policy in Health Care 3HSC 6100HSC 6300ElectrotherapyAdvancing Hand Therapy22HSC 6320 School Based Practice 2HSC 6360 Spinal Instability 2HSC 6400 Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist 2HSC 6402 Pharmacology 2HSC 6450 Fundamentals in Health Care Business 3HSC 6460 Accounting and Financing for the Practice 3HSC 6470 Legal and Regulatory Issues 3HSC 7200 Information Literacy for Evidence-Based Practice 1IDS 6455 Directed Study 1 - 4IDS 6460 Directed Readings 1 - 4PHT 6115 Introduction to Primary Care 2PHT 6331 Evaluation and Treatment of theCraniomandibular System (TMJ) 2PHT 6402 Clinical Triage 1PHT 6403 Imaging for Physical Therapy 2PSY 6102 Psychology of Health & Exercise 2PSY 6103 Applied Performance Psychology 3Courses designated as a DPT level course in the post-professional course listing in this Catalog may be takenas an elective.81

TUITION AND FEES – TRANSITIONAL DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPYPROGRAMTuition for all courses not involving a separate seminar is $465.00/credit hour. Courses with a seminarprerequisite for which seminar fees are charged separately the DPT coursework bears a per credit hourcharge of $200.00.Estimated Transitional DPT/Certification Track Program CostThe following is presented only as a guide for the student. The estimated costs set forth below cover coursetuition and examination fees. Textbooks, travel and lodging for seminars are additional.Manual Therapy Certification TrackPrimary Care Certification TrackCraniomandibular Certification TrackPure Online Option (Excludes a certification)$13,620 26 credits$12,275 24 credits$12,785 25 credits$12,360 24 creditsTransitional DPT program fees in addition to tuition and textbooksApplication Fee $50Graduation Fee $15082

DIVISION OF POST-PROFESSIONAL STUDIESPost-Professional Doctor of Health Science (DHSc)Post-Professional Doctor of Education (EdD)DOCTOR OF HEALTH SCIENCE (DHSc)Mission StatementThe Doctor of Health Science Degree is focused on teaching students to comprehend and adapt scientificknowledge and apply it in a manner that exemplifies clinical excellence. The Doctor of Health Sciencedegree shall prepare occupational and physical therapists to become leaders in the areas of clinicalpractice and academia through the development of advanced and concentrated practice skills. The degreewill assist students in making meaningful contributions in their respective professions.AccreditationThe Doctor of Health Science is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). TheAccrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Departmentof Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency, and is a recognized member of the Councilfor Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). It is your responsibility to ensure that the institution atwhich you work/teach will accept any credit or degree earned through a nationally accredited program.Program Learning OutcomesUpon completion of the DHSc program, student will: Demonstrate scholarly writing skills. Demonstrate pedagogically sound presentation skills. Demonstrate advanced research skills directed toward the understanding of the currentbody of research and knowledge in a given field of health and clinical sciences. Demostrate the ability to think logically, critically, creatively and independently. Develop proficiency in assembling, synthesizing and presenting knowledge through the useof technological and other information services. Comprehend the critical elements in the role and scope of health sciences and clinicaleduation. Develop knowledge of fundamental concepts from which one can develop a rational andsystematic approach to solving problems in health sciences and clinical education. Demostrate the ability to conceptualize individual activities with a sense of independencein discovering information, fostering new ideas and solving health sciences and clinicaleducation problems. Synthesize and apply knowledge in the form of a Scholarly Project.83

Admission RequirementsAdmission is open to physical and occupational therapists that have a master's degree or a clinicaldoctoral degree (DPT, OTD, etc) and are currently licensed and/or practicing in their profession.Applicants must also have a minimum of three years of clinical experience.All students entering the Doctor of Health Science program must undergo an application/admissionsprocess. Documents that must be submitted include: Application for Admission $50 processing fee Official transcripts from all previous institutions of higher learning Two recommendations from professional colleagues Writing assessment Current resume or CV Copy of professional license, if applicableInternational Students Applying for AdmissionForeign-trained candidates who do not require a student visa can be considered for admission. To applyfor admission, foreign-trained candidates must submit the following, in addition to the items listed above: Transcripts (original and a translated version, if applicable and a credentialing evaluation from anagency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) thatprovides evidence of training at a level equivalent to that of a Masters Degree earned at anaccredited institution in the United States. An official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report, if education wascompleted in a language other than English. A minimum score of 550 (paper-based testing), 210(computer-based testing) or 83 (IBT–Internet based testing) is required.Notification of StatusEach applicant will be notified by email from the Student Services office of his/her admission status afterall required application materials have been reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Qualified candidatesmay be invited to participate in an interview.Each student who is admitted to the program must successfully complete the *Introduction to DoctoralStudies in order to fully matriculate in the DHSc program.Program OverviewStudents must complete a total of 60 credits. There are 49 required credits of core courses included in thecurriculum. Of these 49 credits, fifteen credits are based on clinical coursework and credit can be obtainedfor certifications, residency or fellowship programs. The additional 11 credits are completed throughelectives, independent studies, teaching internships or a combination of all three.Courses in the DHSc program are offered in several formats. Students will take part in designing acurriculum that can be online, in weekend seminar format or a combination of both. There are tworequired doctoral residencies.Transfer CreditsThe University will consider accepting graduate credits from other accredited institutions. Please refer to thetransfer credit policy in the catalog for further information on transfer credits.84

Academic RequirementTo remain in the DHSc program, the student must: Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Complete a minimum of one (1) course within three months (12 weeks) of acceptance and aminimum of 6 credits within a calendar year.Time LimitStudents must complete all DHSc program requirements within five years. An extension of up to two anda half years may be requested. If the Program Director approves the extension, there is an extension fee of$333 per semester.Delivery of Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) courseworkCourses in the Doctor of Health Science program are offered in a distance format (excluding seminarattendance). The online courses consist of web-based text with extensive graphics, videos, and audioclips. There are opportunities provided for faculty-to-student and student-to-student synchronous andasynchronous interactive collaboration via Bulletin Board assignments, chat rooms, and email.Incomplete CourseworkIf a student cannot complete the required work within the predetermined timeframe, he/she will receive agrade of Incomplete (“I”). The student must then complete the work by the new assigned due date toreceive a letter grade. No further extension will be permitted. If the student does not complete therequirements within the approved time, the “I” grade will automatically become an Incomplete/Fail(“I/F”) on his/her transcript.85

DOCTOR OF HEALTH SCIENCE (DHSc) CurriculaRequired CoursesCredit HoursEDF 7000 Introduction to Doctoral Studies 3EDF 7100 Research Methods and Statistics 6EDF 7125 Organizational Leadership and Policy in Health Care 3EDF 7150 Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3EDF 7195 Scholarship Project 12EDF 7200 Residency I 2EDF 7225 Residency II 2EDF 7300 Oral and Written Comprehensive Exam 3Total Required Credits 34Clinical Courses (each student will choose 15 credits, course examples are included below, othercourses available include the manual therapy series, cranio-mandibular series, gerontology,pediatrics and other advanced clinical options)Credit HoursBSC 7001 Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics 3BSC 7301 Ergonomics 2HSC 7210 Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation 2HSC 7300 Imaging 2HSC 7320 Advancing Your Hand Therapy Skills 2HSC 7360 Spinal Instability 2HSC 7400 Differential Diagnosis 2HSC 7401 Pharmacology 2HSC 7413 Upper Extremity Imaging 2PHT 7220 Myofascial Manipulation 2TBD Application of Motor Control 2TBD Electrotherapy 2Elective Courses (each student will choose 11 credits from the following)EDF 7160 Curriculum Development in Health Sciences Education 3EDF 7170 Motivational Theory in Health Care Education 3EDF 7180 Technology in Higher Education 3EDF 7190 Current Issues in Health Sciences Education 3EDF 7140 Philosophy of Knowledge 3EDF 7250 Teaching Internship VariableHSC 7200 Information Literacy for Evidence-Based Practice 1IDS 7455 Independent Study 1-4Total Credits 6086

TUITION AND FEES – Doctor of Health Science (DHSc)Tuition for online courses is $465.00 per credit hour. Seminar attendance and associated courseworkvaries by location and length of course. See www.usa.edu for more information on seminar availability,location and topic.Estimated Cost of the ProgramThe following is presented only as a guide for the student. The estimated costs set forth below covercourse tuition and examination fees. Textbooks, travel and lodging are additional. Tuition for coursework $465.00 /credit (60 hours) Application Fee $50.00 Graduation Fee (includes stock black regalia) $150.00* Estimated total for DHSc $28,100.00*If the graduate wishes to purchase custom regalia, the Graduation Fee is $650.00This figure may be slightly less if credits are transferred from another university. Students must purchasetheir reading materials from an outside source. An estimated cost of textbooks and journals for theprogram is $2,000.00.87

DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (EdD)Mission StatementThe University of St. Augustine Doctor of Education (EdD) program provides a multidisciplinaryenvironment to build skills in leadership, academic preparation and enhancement of health scienceseducation provision, through innovative and individualized education.AccreditationThe Doctor of Education (EdD) is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC).The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S.Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency, and is a recognized member ofthe Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). It is your responsibility to ensure that theinstitution at which you work/teach will accept any credit or degree earned through a nationallyaccredited program.Program Learning OutcomesThrough completion of EdD program, students will: Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of theories in education and their applications tospecific areas of the health sciences. Demonstrate scholarly writing skills. Demonstrate pedagogically sound teaching and learning skills. Demonstrate the ability to function in professorial track teaching or at high levels oforganizational administration. Utilize advanced research skills directed toward the analysis of knowledge in a given field ofhealth sciences. Develop skills in professional leadership and health policy. Produce new knowledge in the areas of teaching and learning specific to the health sciences.Admission RequirementsTo be considered for admission to the Doctor of Education program, a candidate must have completed amaster’s degree (MS, MA, MOT, MPT) or a clinical doctorate (OTD, DPT, etc.), and must be currentlylicensed or practicing, or teaching in an academic setting. A candidate must also have a minimum ofthree years of clinical experience.All students entering the Doctor of Education program must undergo an application/admissions process.Documents that must be submitted include: Application for Admission $50 processing fee Official transcripts from all previous institutions of higher learning Two recommendations from professional colleagues Writing assessment Current resume or CV Copy of professional license, if applicableInternational Students Applying for AdmissionForeign-trained candidates who do not require a student visa can be considered for admission. To applyfor admission, foreign-trained candidates must submit the following, in addition to the items listed above:88

Transcripts (original and a translated version, if applicable and a credentialing evaluation from anagency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) thatprovides evidence of training at a level equivalent to that of a master’s degree earned at anaccredited institution in the United States.An official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report, if education wascompleted in a language other than English. A minimum score of 550 (paper-based testing), 210(computer-based testing) or 83 (IBT–Internet based testing) is required.Notification of StatusEach applicant will be notified by email from the Student Services office of his/her admission status afterall required application materials have been reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Qualifiedcandidates may be invited to participate in an interview.Each student who is admitted to the program must successfully complete the Introduction to DoctoralStudies course in order to fully matriculate in the EdD program.Program OverviewThe EdD program consists of 60 credit hours and it is estimated that students will complete the program in 3to 5 years. Thirty seven credits of the total 60 are considered “core” coursework and are required. Fromthere, each student is provided the opportunity to complete elective courses with emphasis on education andteaching.Transfer CreditsThe University will consider accepting graduate credits from other accredited institutions. Please refer to thetransfer credit policy in the catalog for further information on transfer credits.Academic RequirementTo remain in the EdD program, the student must: Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Complete a minimum of one (1) course within three months (12 weeks) of acceptance and aminimum of 6 credits within a calendar year.Time LimitStudents must complete all EdD program requirements within five years. An extension of up to two and ahalf years may be requested. If the Program Director approves the extension, there is an extension fee of $333per semester.Delivery of Doctor of Education (EdD) courseworkCourses in the Doctor of Education program are offered in an online format. The online courses consistof web-based text with extensive graphics, videos, and audio clips. There are opportunities provided forfaculty-to-student and student-to-student synchronous and asynchronous interactive collaboration viaBulletin Board assignments, chat rooms, and email.Incomplete CourseworkIf a student cannot complete the required work within the predetermined timeframe, he/she will receive agrade of Incomplete (“I”). The student must then complete the work by the new assigned due date to receive aletter grade. No further extension will be permitted. If the student does not complete the requirements withinthe approved time, the “I” grade will automatically become an Incomplete/Fail (“I/F”) on his/her transcript.89

DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (EdD) CURRICULARequired Core CoursesCredit HoursEDF 7000 Introduction to Doctoral Studies 3EDF 7140 Philosophy of Knowledge 3EDF 7100 Research Methods and Statistics 6EDF 7150 Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3EDF 7125 Organizational Leadership and Policy in Health Care 3EDF 7200 Residency I 2EDF 7225 Residency II 2EDF 7300 Oral and Written Comprehensive Exam 3EDF 7861 Dissertation I: Concept Paper 3EDF 7862 Dissertation II: Full Proposal 3EDF 7863 Dissertation III: Research Implementation 3EDF 7864 Dissertation IV: Finish Writing and Defense 3Total Required Credits 37Non-Core Courses (students choose 23 credits from the following courses)Credit HoursEDF 7010 Teaching Online 1EDF 7160 Curriculum Development in Health Sciences Education 3EDF 7170 Motivational Theory in Health Care Education 3EDF 7180 Technology in Higher Education 3EDF 7190 Current Issues in Health Sciences Education 3EDF 7250 Teaching Internship 3-8HSC 7200 Information Literacy for Evidence-Based Practice 1IDS 7455 Independent Study I 1-4IDS 7460 Independent Study II 1-4Total Credits 60TUITION AND FEES – DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (EdD)Tuition for all courses not involving a separate seminar is $465 per credit hour.Estimated Cost of the Doctor of Education ProgramThe following is presented only as a guide for the student. The estimated costs set forth below cover coursetuition and examination fees. Textbooks and travel and lodging for seminars/residential are additional.• Tuition for coursework $465.00 /credit (60 hours)• Application Fee $50.00• Graduation Fee (includes stock black regalia) $150.00*• Estimated total for EdD $28,100.00*If the graduate wishes to purchase custom regalia, the Graduation Fee is $650.00This figure may be slightly less if credits are transferred from another university. The students must buy theirreading materials from an outside source. An estimated cost of textbooks and journals for the program is$2,000.00.90

COURSE DESCRIPTIONSPrefix key:BSC – Basic sciencesCOM – CommunicationsEDF – EducationHAS – Health services administrationHSC – Health sciencesIDS – Independent StudyOCT – Occupational TherapyOA – Orthopaedic AssistantPHT – Physical TherapyPSY - PsychologyBSC 6001 - Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics Hours: 3This is an online self-study course discussing the foundations of orthopaedics and manipulative therapy.The history and development of orthopaedics and specifically manual therapy are explored. Arthrologyand biomechanics are discussed, with special attention to tissue biomechanics and arthrokinematics.Emphasis is placed on spinal anatomy and movement. The University's philosophy of examination,treatment, and pain management is introduced but attention is also given to other diagnostic classificationsystems. Classifications and indications for manipulation are reviewed. The course provides anintroduction to the evidence-informed clinical practice paradigm teaching the student to combine varioussources of knowledge in the diagnosis, prognosis, and management of orthopaedic dysfunctions.BSC 6101 - Application of Motor Control and Motor LearningTheory to Neurologic Intervention Hours: 2In this online course the student will examine current research and theories in motor control and motorlearning and their relationship to examination and intervention in patients with neurologic dysfunction.Students will examine neuroanatomical structures, functions, and neuroplasticity of the nervous system asthey relate to motor control tasks. Specific motor control issues in balance, gait, and upper extremity areexamined and discussed. Students will identify and explain the influence of impairments on motordysfunction and a patient’s motor control.BSC 6102 - Interventions for the Older Adult with a Hours: 3Neurological ImpairmentThe student will discuss issues and interventions concerning the older adult client/patient with aneurologic impairment. Topics include the impact of aging on the nervous system, innovations inmedical management for neurologic conditions, OT/PT interventions for motor learning, balance, falls,assistive technology and client/patient centered education programs. Current literature will be used todevelop evidence-based treatment programs that impact function.BSC 6103 -The Pediatric Client with a Neurological Impairment Hours: 3The goal of the seminar is to provide participants with advanced knowledge and application of skilledobservation and intervention for the special needs of the pediatric client with a neurological impairment.The lecture component will include updates on treatment approaches used in pediatric intervention (motorlearning and control theory, neurodevelopmental principles (NDT), myofascial release treatmentprinciples, oral motor treatment, positioning, strengthening, and other treatment techniques) with anemphasis on evidenced based practice. During the lab component, participants will apply NDT,myofascial release, strengthening, and other techniques to facilitate functional skills in infants andchildren with congenital and acquired movement disorders.BSC 6200 – Evidence-Based Research for the Health Professional Hours: 3The amount of research available to the physical and occupational therapist upon which to base clinicaldecision-making with regard to diagnosis, prognosis, and management has multiplied tremendously over91

the last 20 years. Within the currently predominant paradigm of evidence-based practice, every therapistneeds to be able to critically evaluate the evidence available prior to application into clinical practice. TheEvidence-Based Research course is an introduction to research methods, psychometric properties of testsand measures as used in the clinical situation for diagnosis, prognosis, and assessment of outcome andrisk of harm, clinical prediction rules and clinical practice guidelines, sampling, experimental design,statistics, literature review, evidence-based practice, research models, and conducting article critiques.The purpose of this course is to enhance inquiry skills from both multicultural and multi-professionalviewpoints. The main emphasis of this course is to allow the students to become critical consumers of thescientific literature needed to guide evidence-based OT and PT clinical practice and perhaps to set someon the way to producing such scientific literature themselves.BSC 6301 – Ergonomics Hours: 2This online course examines a variety of aspects of work related ergonomics. Participants will review thehistory of ergonomics, ergonomic statistics, client centered framework of practice, the Americans withdisabilities act, universal design, posture, standing, sitting and computer work station evaluation,occupational risks, cumulative trauma disorders/repetitive strain injuries/tendonitis, and low back pain.Worker assessment and work hardening are reviewed before carrying out a worksite assessment. Injuryprevention, ergonomic equipment, ergonomic resources, and documentation are also discussed.The course requires students to complete two projects: a computer workstation evaluation and a work siteevaluation. Bulletin board (BB) interaction is used to address subjects and respond to other studentscomments. Questions are addressed, papers written and projects written including a work site evaluationreport letter.BSC 7001 - Foundations of Clinical Orthopaedics Hours: 2This is an online self-study course discussing the foundations of orthopaedics and manipulative therapy.The history and development of orthopaedics and specifically manual therapy are explored. Arthrologyand biomechanics are discussed, with special attention to tissue biomechanics and arthrokinematics.Emphasis is placed on spinal anatomy and movement. The University's philosophy of examination,treatment, and pain management is introduced but attention is also given to other diagnostic classificationsystems. Classifications and indications for manipulation are reviewed. The course provides anintroduction to the evidence-informed clinical practice paradigm teaching the student to combine varioussources of knowledge in the diagnosis, prognosis, and management of orthopaedic dysfunctions.Analysis, synthesis and evaluation will be demonstrated through a final portfolio of evidence basedresearch and a student’s critique of the current literature and design of a hypothetical study.BSC 7301 - Ergonomics Hours: 2This online course examines a variety of aspects of work related ergonomics. Participants will review thehistory of ergonomics, ergonomic statistics, client centered framework of practice, the Americans withdisabilities act, universal design, posture, standing, sitting and computer work station evaluation,occupational risks, cumulative trauma disorders/repetitive strain injuries/tendonitis, and low back pain.Worker assessment and work hardening are reviewed before carrying out a worksite assessment. Injuryprevention, ergonomic equipment, ergonomic resources, and documentation are also discussed.COM 6100 - Professional Communications Hours: 2This on-line course examines professional communications as it relates to the professions of physicaltherapy and occupational therapy. Students develop skill in: therapeutic communication; documentationaccording to professional standards; professional writing; case presentations; facilitating meetings;92

analyzing and presenting research; producing audiovisual presentations; resolving conflicts; advocatingfor therapy services; and critiquing marketing.COM 6200 – Issues in Healthcare Communication Hours: 2This online course examines communication practices in relation to quality of patient care. Studentsdevelop an understanding of communication issues relevant to current health care practice, especially forphysical and occupational therapists. Focus is on cultural issues including health literacy, gender,socioeconomic status and with difficult populations and how they influence communications.Communication in regards to ethical issues and emerging technology is addressed. Readings and videosare used to supplement textbook readings to help students gain depth and breadth of knowledge aboutcommunication issues and their personal and professional skills for communicating effectively.EDF 6101 – Foundations of Teaching and Learning Hours: 3Patient care, clinical administrative management, and academic appointments are areas wherepractitioners have teaching obligations. Students in this course will acquire a working knowledge of themechanisms by which adults learn, understand and remember. Students will apply these mechanisms tothe study of teaching strategies and instructional decision-making. Topics will include cognitioninformation processing and assessment, theories of motivation, critical thinking and the application of thisknowledge for teaching. Learning outcomes will differ depending on the academic track that the studentis pursuing.EDF 6201 – Educational Theory for Clinicians Hours: 3Physical therapists utilize the skills of teaching on an every day basis with their patients/clients and staff.Increasingly, physical therapists are extending their clinical skills to classroom teaching. To enhance thephysical therapist’s educational framework, this course will cover several components of educationallearning. This course identifies selected educational methods and adult learning theories. To apply thesetheories and methods, the learner will analyze and write behavioral objectives. Teaching methodologiesand self-assessments skills will prepare the learner to analyze his/her own performance.EDF 7000 - Introduction to Doctoral Studies-Cornerstone Course Hours: 3This course provides an introduction to knowledge and skills needed to be a successful doctoral studentincluding learning theory, learning styles, evidence-based decision making, and ethics in rehabilitationsciences. Students will also acquire basic skills needed for online learning. Self assessment and personalgoal setting are integrated into the course content.EDF 7010 – Teaching Online Hours: 1This course is designed as an exploration of best practices associate with teaching university onlinecourses. Our focus is decidedly practical and will explore techniques for building and maintainingcommunity, as well as designing and facilitating bulletin board conversations. We will also review theorganization time management and technical skills that support success.EDF 7100 - Research Methods and Statistics Hours: 6Although there are many ways of knowing, it is only through the rigor and systematic methods of sciencethat we can be confident in the quality of our empirical claims and conclusions that we make about theworld. This course is a graduate level introduction to research methods, sampling, experimental designand statistics. The focus of the course is the conduct of educational research.93

EDF 7125 - Organizational Leadership and Policy in Health Care Hours: 3Effective organizational leadership in healthcare is critical for developing, implementing, sustaining, andmodifying appropriate policies to address major health concerns including controlling costs, increasingaccess to services, improving the quality of health services, and enhancing the effectiveness of programoutcomes. A skilled workforce, ethical and trained leaders, and effective policies are integral to theimplementation of programs and services that successfully promote the public’s health. The goal of thiscourse is to examine the conceptual, methodological, and ethical foundations of healthcare leadership andadministration leading to the development and analysis of health related policy at all levels. The coursewill focus on analyzing the process of policymaking in the formulation, implementation, adoption, andmodification phases of current health policy through effective leadership and administration.EDF 7140 – Philosophy of Knowledge Hours: 3Philosophy of knowledge is concerned most fundamentally with epistemology, or in other words, thenature and scope of knowledge – what we know, how we know it and how we organize what we knowinto systems such as academic and professional knowledge communities. This course examines how suchsystems of knowledge have developed in the contemporary world and investigates our beliefs about whatcan be known. Moreover, the course analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness and consequences toknowledge of dividing the pursuit and practices of knowing into academic and professional disciplines.EDF 7150 - Foundations of Teaching and Learning Hours: 3Patient care, clinical administrative management, and academic appointments are areas wherepractitioners have teaching obligations. Students in this course will acquire a working knowledge of themechanisms by which adults learn, understand and remember. Students will apply these mechanisms tothe study of teaching strategies and instructional decision-making. Topics will include cognition,information processing and assessment, critical thinking and the application of this knowledge forteaching.EDF 7160 - Curriculum Development in Health Sciences Education Hours 3Through application of sound educational principles, theories, and research evidence, the student willdemonstrate knowledge of learner-centered curriculum development and program assessment foracademic, clinical, and staff development settings. Curriculum development will include identifyingprogram philosophy and outcomes, developing competency statements, writing course objectives, andselecting appropriate learning activities and evaluation methods. Problem-based learning will be exploredfor its application to health sciences education. Both initial curriculum development and strategic plansfor change will occur in collaboration with external constituencies and within the context of current andfuture trends in health care, community and societal needs, and the health care environment.Prerequisite: Successful completion of core courseworkEDF 7170 – Motivational Theory in Health Care Education Hours: 3This course is designed as an exploration of motivational research in psychology and education. Thecourse focuses specifically on different theories of motivation, and how classroom, school, work, andsocial environments shape and influence individuals' motivation. The connection between teacherefficacy and student and teacher achievement will be examined.94

EDF 7180 – Technology in Higher Education Hours: 3It is important for educators to understand both the potentials and pitfalls of technology in education. Thiscourse will provide the student with an understanding of learning models and the impact technology canhave towards enhancing and enriching the learning process. The primary focus will be the application ofteaching and learning strategies that integrate technology as a method or tool to enrich the educationalprocess. Using technology tools for solving a variety of problems, teaching presentation, evaluatingstudent performance, and implementing distance learning systems will also be explored.EDF 7190 – Current Issues in Health Sciences Education Hours: 3This course will allow students to research and choose those current issues most prevalent and mostuseful to the student in their current learning program. The course will focus on self-guided learning andwill drive the student through a process whereby they will explore relevant issues, debate with classmatesand present a final portfolio useful to the student in future teaching endeavors. Possible topics the studentmay research include: ADA, Higher Education Law, Ethics, Health Care Law, Student Retention andAdvisement.EDF 7200 - Residency I Hours: 2This course will serve as an introduction to a variety of topics and will occur over the course of oneweekend on the St. Augustine Campus. There will be didactic classroom sessions with invited guestspeakers, as well as debates, presentations and Q and A sessions. Students will also have the opportunityto meet with faculty and to interact with other students in a f2f manner. There will be written andinteractive online assignments to align with the topics presented on campus. It is expected these activitieswould be completed in 2-3 days. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Introduction to Doctoral Studies.EDF 7225 - Residency II Hours: 2This course will serve as an advanced presentation of topics that will build upon Residency I. There willbe didactic classroom sessions with invited guest speakers. Students will spend time focused ondeveloping a dissertation topic, working with advisors, and completing their final preparations forbeginning their dissertation work. There will be interactive and online assignments to align with theirtopics. Students will be asked to make a teaching presentation and will be evaluated by peers and facultyduring this time. The focus of this residency will be moving the student from coursework to the moreindependent work required in the latter portion of the curriculum. Prerequisite: Residency I.EDF 7250 - Teaching InternshipHours: VariableStudents will be required to participate in a teaching internship that may be arranged in a variety ofdiffering formats. Students may teach a continuing education course, an online course or a course foracademic credit along with a mentor who will work closely in the development of course materials,content and presentation. Teaching may be done in a traditional f2f environment or as part of an onlinedelivery method.EDF 7300 - Oral and Written Comprehensive Exam Hours: 3This on-campus time will be spent meeting with key advisors, completing a written defense of studies andmaking an oral presentation of the student’s studies. It is expected that students would complete theseculminating activities over a period of 4-5 days.95

EDF 7851 – Dissertation I: Concept Paper Hours: 3This course is designed to help you write a concept paper. The purpose of the concept paper is to identifyand resolve, if only in preliminary form, the foundational elements that go into dissertation research.These foundational elements include, but are not limited to, your research question(s), how thesequestions are grounded in the theoretical and empirical literature, the operationalization and measurementof variables in your study and your research design.EDF 7852 – Dissertation II: Full Proposal Hours: 3This course is designed to help you complete the full proposal or chapters one, two and three of yourdissertation manuscript. There are three primary challenges in this course: 1) to complete the literaturereview, 2) to complete the methods section (chapter 3), to file and secure Institutional Review Boardpermission and, 4) to put your manuscript into proper dissertation format.EDF 7863 – Dissertation III: Research Implementation Hours: 3In this course you conduct your experiment (experimental) or otherwise collect and analyze your data(correlational or qualitative). While the very function of completing your proposal is to have anticipated,as much as possible, all of the elements that would be necessary in this phase of the research, we will usethis course to format the findings and to respond to unanticipated problems and opportunities.EDF 7864 Dissertation IV: Finish Writing and Defense Hours: 3In this course you report out your results in properly scholarly form, forward conclusions and makerecommendations for further research. It is in this course that you will secure, “Ready to Defend”signatures, practice and defend your dissertation.HSA 6101 - Health Services Administration Hours: 3This online course examines the functions of a rehabilitation manager. Content includes staff resourcemanagement, strategic planning, marketing, and fiscal resources management. Emphasis is placed ondecision-making, change implementation, and quality control processes in health care organizations.Students have the opportunity to analyze problems and develop strategies for change in a variety ofhypothetical rehabilitation settings.HSA 6201 – Organizational Leadership and Policy in Health Care Hours: 3Effective leadership in healthcare is critical for developing, implementing, sustaining, and modifyingappropriate policies to address major health concerns including controlling costs, increasing access toservices, improving the quality of health services, and enhancing the effectiveness of program outcomes.A skilled workforce, ethical and trained leaders, and effective policies are integral to the implementationof programs and services that successfully promote the public’s health. The goal of this course is toexamine the conceptual, methodological, and ethical foundations of healthcare leadership andadministration leading to the development and analysis of health related policy at all levels. The coursewill focus on analyzing the process of policymaking in the formulation, implementation, adoption, andmodification phases of current health policy through effective leadership and administration.HSC 5003 – Critical Thinking Hours: 1Critical Thinking introduces clinical critical thinking through the principles of active reasoning, activeteaching and learning, active questioning and self-assessment. The areas of logic, problem solving,hypothesis generation, domains of learning, and professional abilities are highlighted. Socraticquestioning is the chief method of student dialogue.96

HSC 5010 – Scientific Inquiry Hours: 1Scientific Inquiry is an introduction to research methods, psychometric properties of tests and measures asused in the clinical situation for diagnosis, prognosis, and outcome assessment, sampling, experimentaldesign, and interpretation of statistics. The main emphasis of the scientific inquiry portion is to allow thestudents to become critical consumers of the scientific literature needed to guide evidence-based clinicalpractice and perhaps set some on the way to producing such scientific literature for themselves.HSC 5100C - Applied Human Anatomy Hours: 4Applied Human Anatomy consists of three (3) one-hour lectures and three (3) hours of lab per week.Laboratory sessions primarily involve the study of bones and models. Lectures are designed toconcentrate on the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems, integrating functional andclinical correlations. In addition, pertinent information on microscopic and developmental anatomy willbe presented. Students will work in assigned lab groups to improve interpersonal, oral and nonverbalskills.HSC 5122C - Biomechanics Hours: 4Biomechanics consists of three (3) one-hour lectures and two (2) two-hour labs per week. The course issubdivided into three topic areas. The first area is general biomechanics during which students willreceive basic information on force, loading, stress, strain, energy, work, elasticity, and basic mechanics asit applies to biological systems. The second area deals with joint mechanics of the upper extremity, lowerextremity and vertebral column and gait. The third topic area concentrates on tissue mechanics. In thissection, students receive information on the mechanics of bone, cartilage, tendons/ligaments, nerves andmuscle and how these tissues respond to loading and aging. The lab consists of cadaver dissection of theextremity, back, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, head and neck as well as the viewing of radiographs and MRIs.HSC 5142 – Child Development Hours: 3The course will include the following: normal development across domains, developmental theories,reflexes and the role of reflexes in movement development, an overview of abnormal development and itsclinical outcomes, and public laws that affect pediatric practice (schools and early intervention).Assessment and intervention strategies for pediatrics are introduced. The course will cover medicalconditions specific to the pediatric population and therapy intervention.HSC 5151C - Clinical Neuroscience Hours: 5Clinical neuroscience is a five-credit lecture and lab course in which students receive the neuroanatomicaland neurophysiological foundations for understanding normal function, dysfunction and clinicalinterventions. There is an emphasis on the neuroscience related to posture, movement, cognition andsensory functions. Cadavers and models are used to enhance the students’ three dimensionalunderstanding of the material. The neuropathology component of the course uses a case study format tostrengthen the students’ knowledge of the etiology and clinical features of the neurological conditions thatthey are most likely to treat in clinical practice.HSC 5213C – Skills and Procedures Hours: 4This course will introduce the student to basic clinic skills and problem-solving abilities to be built uponin future course work. It is an introductory course in basic assessment techniques and general patient careskills such as: principles of body mechanics, infection control methods, bed mobility, positioning,draping, transfer training, gait training, wheelchair use, posture assessment, joint range of motion, andgoniometric measurements. Students will also develop professional behaviors and communication skillsfor use with patients, families and other healthcare professionals.97

HSC 5351 - Pharmacology Hours: 2This course provides Occupational and Physical Therapy students with the general concepts ofpharmacology as applicable to clinical practice. It describes classes of drugs commonly used by patientstreated by therapists. These descriptions include: a) clinical uses, b) therapeutics effects and mechanisms,c) side effects, and contraindications. The effects of exercise, aging and other factors onpharmacodynamics are also included when relevant to clinical practice.HSC 5416 - General Pathology Hours: 3This course is designed to provide the student with basic understanding of the cause of failure of normalphysiological process in the body – the disease process. Emphasis will be on morphologic changes incells and tissues that may have resulted in specific diseases identify causes of such changes (etiology), themechanism of development of such changes (pathogenesis) and the clinical manifestation of diseases. Inaddition, the course will address the issue of how the failure of one organ system may affect the functionof others.HSC 5610 – Administration and Management in OT and PT Hours: 2The emphasis of this course is the application of administrative principles to the professions ofoccupational therapy (OT) and physical therapy (PT). The primary topics of the course are: organizationaland legal structures, supervision and management, quality assurance, fiscal management, humanresources, and marketing. Guidelines for specific practice settings (e.g., skilled nursing facilities, homehealth, and outpatient) are also explored. Case scenarios are emphasized and higher level learning isrequired.HSC 5700 – Wellness and Prevention Hours: 3This course will present the concept of Wellness as a foundation to rehabilitation services andinterventions. It will allow the students to investigate their own personal wellness and to internalize theinformation, to become role models of Wellness in the health care profession. Additionally, the conceptsof Wellness will be applied to the practice of rehabilitation, making relevant the content to the student’sroles as future professionals. The course will include a health risk appraisal, fitness testing, nutritionanalysis, emotional/mental assessments, self-reflections, identification of barriers to change, goal settingand problem-solving for applications to real-life clinic/home situations the rehabilitation specialist mayencounter. Further, this course will incorporate area professionals for the presentation and integration ofComplementary/Alternative forms of medicine.HSC 5741C - Applied Medical Physiology Hours: 4This course is designed to provide an organ system based overview of human physiology. The course willemphasize the mechanism of function of the organ systems and their feedback controls that help toachieve and maintain internal bodily homeostasis. While basic concepts will be emphasized, opportunitieswill be provided to extrapolate from this foundation to areas of interest and application to theoccupational and physical therapy students. The laboratory component is designed to reinforcephysiology lecture topics through practical application.HSC 5800 – Gerontology Hours: 3This course allows the student to synthesize the knowledge, skills, and values that are essential to theinter-professional care of the aging adult. The interactions of physical, cognitive, psychosocial, culturaland spiritual variables are examined in the context of aging being a developmental stage of the lifespan.The roles of occupational and physical therapy to promote, maintain and restore health and function inthis population are emphasized. Interaction with community dwelling older adults is included.98

HSC 6100 - Electrotherapy Hours: 2This online course provides the clinician with a conceptual understanding of the physiological basis andrationale for modern techniques in utilizing electrotherapy for improved function and pain modulation.Selection of appropriate electrotherapy equipment, wave form characteristics, and the latest treatmenttechniques used for muscle and nerve stimulation are presented. This course is delivered online andutilizes the interactive video demonstrations, interactive discussions and recent literature to support use ofelectrotherapeutic modalities in your practice.HSC 6210 - Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation (E1) Hours: 2Based on the E1 Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation Seminar, this online course for the DPTProgram extends the content of the seminar to the application and analysis level of learning of peripheraljoint examination and treatment. Clinical decision making strategies or peripheral joint examination andtreatment are strengthened through the use of selected readings required for this course. A prerequisite iscompletion of the CPE Seminar “Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation (E1)” offered by the University.HSC 6300E – Advancing Hand Therapy Hours: 2This course focuses on diagnoses found most typically in a hand clinic setting. Through the use ofpictures, video and presentations, students will be exposed to the most current treatment evidence foradvanced practitioners. The purpose of this course is the application of clinical reasoning skills in thehand therapy setting and upper extremity orthopaedic rehabilitation following trauma, disease process andpost-surgical intervention. Students should be prepared to devote a minimum of 2 hours a day to onlinediscussions and preparation of assignments while collaborating, learning and exploring the virtual handclinic.HSC 6300 – Advancing Hand Therapy Hours: 2This course focuses on diagnoses found most typically in a hand clinic setting. Through the use ofpictures, video and presentations, students will be exposed to the most current treatment evidence foradvanced practitioners. The purpose of this course is the application of clinical reasoning skills in thehand therapy setting and upper extremity orthopaedic rehabilitation following trauma, disease process andpost-surgical intervention. Students should be prepared to devote a minimum of 2 hours a day to onlinediscussions and preparation of assignments while collaborating, learning and exploring the virtual handclinic.HSC 6320 – School-Based Practice Hours: 2This course examines legal and professional aspects of school-based practice for the physical andoccupational therapist. Participants will review the history of school-based practice including theevolution of related legal requirements and implications to practice. Respective OT and PT professionalguidelines for the school-based therapist including data collection, documentation and evidence-basedpractice will be explored. Use of assessment tools, examination of the IEP process, discussion of serviceintervention models and exploration of the differences between the school verses medical model ofpractice are discussed, with an emphasis of the importance in collaboration throughout the process.HSC 6360 - Spinal Instability Hours: 2This is a two (2) credit hour online course presenting concepts of whole spine stabilization. Topicscovered include: clinical findings indicating the presence of instability, stabilization instructions forpatient education and utilization of stabilization through the process of rehabilitation. Special attention isgiven to clinical decision-making regarding the selection of manipulation and exercises for patients withinstability.99

HSC 6395 – Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist Hours: 2This course is designed to provide physical therapists with the background necessary to screen patientsfor the presence of disease. This information, combined with the therapist's knowledge and skills formanagement of neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction, will provide students with a comprehensiveexamination scheme. The information provided in the course should facilitate professionalcommunication between the physical therapist and other health care professionals, as well ascommunication between the physical therapist and patient.HSC 6400 – Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist Hours: 2This course is designed to provide physical therapists with the background necessary to screen patientsfor the presence of disease. This information, combined with the therapist’s knowledge and skills formanagement of neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction, will provide students with a comprehensiveexamination scheme. The information provided in the course should facilitate professionalcommunication between the physical therapist and other health care professionals, as well ascommunication between the physical therapist and patient.HSC 6402 - Pharmacology Hours: 2This on-line course covers the basis of drug action as it relates to physical and occupational therapy.Drugs used in the treatment of muscle spasms and spasticity, cardiac drugs, centrally acting drugs,psychotropics, and drugs used in the treatment of pain and inflammation are covered. Interactionsbetween therapy and medications are emphasized.HSC 6413 – Orthopedic Imaging for the Upper Extremity Hours: 2This online course provides a broad background reading plain film radiographs and in the radiographicpresentation of commonly occurring dysfunctions of the upper spine and upper extremity, as well ascovering the basics of MRI, CT scanning, and diagnostic ultrasound. The clinical application ofdiagnostic imaging findings to upper extremity rehabilitation is highlighted with special emphasis on theimaging of fractures and the biomechanical consequences of fractures. For each anatomical region, thereare numerous online exercises in radiographic anatomy and advanced imaging anatomy as well asinteractive exercises in description of fractures. Students will have an opportunity to apply the principlesof imaging evaluation to selected cases.HSC 6450 – Fundamentals in Health Care Business Hours: 3This course will provide a pragmatic overview and exploration of basic business skills and principlesnecessary for preparing for and starting a healthcare business. A developmental continuum from ideageneration to launch is discussed. Business strategies are examined to provide the learner with criticalthinking skills necessary to become successful in the startup within the health care industry. Theadvantage of entrepreneurial thinking and problem solving is reviewed. The course investigatessubstantive strategic marketing concepts and the process utilized to analyze, develop, implement andevaluate the business/practice environment. Emphasis will be placed on objective planning and evaluatingmetrics for success. The intricacies of legal considerations, finance and accounting strategies and humanresource management are not the focus of this course. Learners will have the opportunity to develop keycomponents of a business plan for a startup.100

HSC 6460 – Accounting and Financing for the Practice Hours: 3This course provides accounting methods and traditional financial management concepts for health caremanagers using the basic tools of health care financial decision-making. Topics include financialreporting statements, cost concepts and decision-making, budgeting techniques, cost variance analysis,time valuing of money procedures, capital acquisition, debt and equity financing, and working capitalcash management.HSC 6470 – Legal and Regulatory Issues Hours: 3This course investigates the legal and regulatory environment of the health services industry. Case law,statutory and regulatory analysis, and trends in health services delivery law will be analyzed in context ofimplications among major stakeholder groups (providers, patients, administrators, third-party payers, andhealth care organizations). Topics include civil and criminal law, ethics, contract law, antitrust,malpractice, human resources/personnel laws, managed care laws, professional and corporate liability,information management/medical records, patient safety and mandatory reporting issues, patients rightsand responsibilities, among others.HSC 7200 – Information Literacy for Evidence-Based Practice Hours: 1Information literacy is an important skill for evidence-based practice. It incorporates such skills as:recognizing when information is needed, searching for information (including developing a researchquestion and creating a search strategy), incorporating new information into an already establishedknowledge base, and using information ethically and legally. Multiple studies show that one of the mostprominent barriers to EBP among clinicians is limited search skills combined with difficulty accessingevidence. This course can help students develop the information literacy skills they need to incorporateevidence into their practices. The course will also teach students how to use the University of St.Augustine library’s online resources specifically, and help clinicians identify what information resourcesare available to them beyond the University of St. Augustine.HSC 7210 - Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation Hours: 2Based on the E1 Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation Seminar, this online course extends the contentof the seminar to the application and analysis level of learning of peripheral joint examination andtreatment. Clinical decision making strategies or peripheral joint examination and treatment arestrengthened through the use of selected readings required for this course. A prerequisite is completion ofthe CPE seminar “Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation (E1)” offered by the University. The DHScstudent will be responsible for additional assignments that may include a review of the evidence, casereport, portfolio or project at the discrimination of the instructor and student.HSC 7300 – Imaging for Physical and Occupational Therapists Hours: 2This course provides a background reading plain film radiographs and in the radiographic presentation ofcommonly occurring dysfunctions of the spine, pelvis and extremities. The basic tenets of MRI, CTscanning, and diagnostic ultrasound will be covered with imaging examples. Special emphasis is placedon the clinical application of diagnostic imaging findings to musculoskeletal injury and dysfunction.Students will have the opportunity to apply the principles of imaging evaluation to selected cases andspecial emphasis is placed on clinical application to musculoskeletal disorders. Analysis, synthesis andevaluation will be demonstrated through a final portfolio displaying best practice imaging application in astudent’s desired area of study.101

HSC 7320 - Advancing Your Hand Therapy Skills Hours: 2This course focuses on diagnoses that you would most typically treat in an outpatient orthopaedic handclinic setting. These diagnoses will be presented with a variety of media that will complement thecontextual and facilitate your learning. The purpose of this course is the application of quality clinicalreasoning skills. Learning goals of this course include expanding the student’s existing knowledge base inthe area of upper extremity orthopaedic rehabilitation following trauma, disease process and post-surgicalintervention. Secondly, students will apply this additional evidence-based material to new clinicalreasoning skills that will optimize the student’s effectiveness with patient treatment. DHSc students willhave an additional project demonstrating analysis, synthesis and evaluation through a final portfolio ofevidence based research and a student’s critique of the current literature and design of a hypotheticalstudy.HSC 7360 - Spinal Instability Hours: 2This is a 2 credit hour online course presenting concepts of whole spine stabilization. Topics coveredinclude: clinical findings indicating the presence of instability, stabilization instructions for patienteducation, and utilization of stabilization through the process of rehabilitation. Special attention is givento clinical decision-making regarding the selection of manipulation and exercises for patients withinstability. Analysis, synthesis and evaluation will be demonstrated through a final portfolio of evidencebased research and a student’s critique of the current literature and design of a hypothetical study.HSC 7400 - Differential Diagnosis Hours: 2This course is designed to provide physical therapists with the background necessary to screen patientsfor the presence of disease. This information, combined with the therapist's knowledge and skills formanagement of neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction, will provide you with a comprehensive examinationscheme. The information provided in the course should facilitate professional communication between thephysical therapist and other health care professionals, as well as communication between the physicaltherapy and patient. Analysis, synthesis and evaluation will be demonstrated through a final portfoliodisplaying best practice imaging application in a student’s desired area of study.HSC 7401 - Pharmacology Hours: 2This on-line course covers the basics of drug action as it relates to physical and occupational therapy.Drugs used in the treatment of muscle spasms and spasticity, cardiac drugs, centrally acting drugs,psychological medications, and drugs used in the treatment of pain and inflammation are covered.Interactions between therapy and medications are emphasized. Analysis, synthesis and evaluation will bedemonstrated through a final portfolio of evidence based research and a student’s critique of the currentliterature and design of a hypothetical study.HSC 7413 - Imaging for the Upper Extremity Hours: 2This online course provides a broad background reading plain film radiographs and in the radiographicpresentation of commonly occurring dysfunctions of the upper spine and upper extremity, as well ascovering the basics of MRI, CT scanning, and diagnostic ultrasound. The clinical application ofdiagnostic imaging findings to upper extremity rehabilitation is highlighted with special emphasis on theimaging of fractures and the biomechanical consequences of fractures. For each anatomical region, thereare numerous online exercises in radiographic anatomy and advanced imaging anatomy as well asinteractive exercises in description of fractures. Students will have an opportunity to apply the principlesof imaging evaluation to selected cases. Analysis, synthesis and evaluation will be demonstrated througha final portfolio displaying best practice imaging application in a student’s desired area of study.102

HSC 7860 - Final Scholarship Project Hours: 12The Scholarship Project (SP) involves either a research project that will result in a publishable article fora peer reviewed professional journal or involves the development of an item of equipment or educationalproduct tested for professional use. The SP complements the DHSc program by demonstrating integrationof course work and must be approved in advance by the University Graduate Council. The ScholarshipProject is the culmination of the student's doctoral studies. Formal presentation of the SP to Universityfaculty is scheduled as the final element of the program. The course is offered through a distanceeducation format.IDS 5802- Independent StudyHours: VariableThis course allows for in-depth study in the student’s area of interest or in an identified weakness. It isavailable only by permission of the Program Director. The student and a faculty member assigned by theProgram Director will identify specific objectives. The student must complete all objectives by the end ofthe trimester.IDS 6455 - Directed Study Hours: 1-4Directed study is provided to enable the student to pursue special interests beyond those available incourse offerings. The directed study is planned, implemented, and evaluated by the student with anapproved advisor. Students are encouraged to study in related disciplines and to develop affiliations withother organizations, especially those whose work could benefit our profession. This course is offeredthrough a distance education format. Registration for this course must be approved by the ProgramDirector.IDS 6460 - Directed Readings Hours 1-4This course is an independent study tailored for a student’s specific interest in a specialty area. Areas ofconcentration and topics are negotiated with the student, and a faculty advisor is assigned. The studentstudies and analyzes the literature on agreed upon advanced topics in a content area, reviews the researchmethods used, and statistical analysis relevant to the topic of interest. This course is offered through adistance education format. Registration for this course must be approved by the Program Director.IDS 7455 - Independent Study Hours: 1-4To receive academic credit for a University course, you attend the seminar (if there is one) and then do anassignment that is developed and proposed for approval by your committee and any course advisor toobtain the number of credits listed in the catalog. The format for an independent study proposal may beused for University course assignment proposals. The assignments for learners are thus largely selfdirected.You have one semester (15 weeks) to complete each approved assignment.OCT 5005 – Clinical Reasoning Hour: 1The student is challenged to apply principles of clinical reasoning to occupational therapy practice.Clinical vignettes and situations from previous fieldwork settings will be used to provide insight into theevolution of clinical reasoning skills.OCT 5011 – Evidence-Based Practice Hours: 2Students will critique both qualitative and quantitative occupational therapy research designs and developa proposal using the research skills that they learned in their first research class. Students will develop anevidence-based project summarizing the literature on an assigned topic and design a study to test ahypothesis or answer a research question based on available evidence.103

OCT 5031 – Evidence-Based Research I Hour: 1Faculty/student research team(s) using evidence collected from previous courses, will refine a researchproposal, obtain IRB approval, and implement data collection for their research study. Discussions willfocus on sampling and data collection methods that promote internal and external validity.OCT 5041 – Evidence-Based Research II Hour: 1Students will analyze the results of the research study and disseminate these results in a professionalmanner. Class discussions include using and interpreting statistics, the development of effectivepresentation skills, posters, and the process of submitting for publication, grants, and professionalconferences.OCT 5100 – Professional Forum Hours: 2This course provides the students with the opportunity to investigate ethical, political and social forcesthat shape our national health care delivery system and the practice of occupational therapy. Theinfluence of personal beliefs and values and cultural orientation concerning ethical issues is examined.Strategies for examining and responding to ethical dilemmas are explored. Professional responsibilities,including continuing competence, licensure/scope of practice, supervision of therapy assistants andsupporting professional associations are discussed. This course uses class discussions and a debateformat as the primary teaching methods to examine controversial issues.OCT 5125C – Biomechanical Interventions Hours: 4This course presents the theory and rationale of competency-based occupational therapy and evidencebasedinterventions for clients with orthopedic deficits. Students will apply biomechanical frames ofreference, evaluation and treatment to the specific problems limiting a client’s independence in basic orinstrumental activities of daily living. These performance limitations may include ROM, strength, pain,sensory loss, endurance, work conditioning, posture, ergonomics and other physical disabilities.OCT 5216C - Physical Modalities for Occupational Therapy Hours: 2This course is designed to prepare the student in the theory and clinical application of physical modalities.The physical principles and biophysical effects of cryotherapy, heat, ultrasound, electrical currents, waterand debridement are presented as they relate to treatment for indicated pathological conditions. Emphasesupon the principles of differential diagnosis are to be used in the selection/recommendation andapplication of appropriate physical agents.OCT 5300 – Evaluation and Assessment Hours: 4With the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework as a foundation, the students will learn how toadminister and interpret commonly used evaluations and assessments for identified disabilities andconditions. Based upon evaluation and assessment results, the students will plan appropriate treatmentinterventions using a case study problem solving approach. Emphasis is given to the development oftherapeutic skills necessary to identify, analyze, design, grade and adapt occupational forms that aremeaningful to clients with varying disabilities that facilitate participation in age appropriate occupations.OCT 5406C – Psychosocial Interventions Hours: 4This course presents the theory and rationale of competency-based OT interventions for psychosocialdysfunctions across the lifespan (although greater focus is placed upon teenage through senescencepopulations.) Students will apply the mental health frames of reference to specific dysfunctional,occupational issues including but not limited to decreased process skills, poor social integration, failure tomanage emotional and behavioral problems, failure to adapt to environmental situations, poor role andhabit formation, etc. Client-centered interventions, group process, cultural sensitivity, and evidence-basedpractice lay the foundations for learning. This course also discusses the role of the OTA in Mental Health.104

OCT 5610C – Neurorehabilitation Interventions Hours: 4This course presents the theory and rationale of competency-based occupational therapy and evidencebasedinterventions for clients with neurological deficits. Students will apply neurorehabilitation framesof reference, evaluation and treatment to the specific problems limiting a clients independence in basic orinstrumental activities of daily living. These limitations may include, tone, balance, strength, motorplanning, sensory loss, dysphagia, cognitive/perceptual deficits, or psych-social/behavioral problems.OCT 5620C –Pediatric Interventions Hours: 4This course presents the theory and rationale of competency-based OT and evidence-based interventionfor physical, developmental, sensory integrative, perceptual/cognitive, and psychosocial dysfunctions as itapplies to pediatrics. Students will apply pediatric frames of reference to specific problems, includinggross, fine and oral-motor skills; behavioral and social issues, handwriting, sensory integrative, visual,cognitive, and psycho-social problems within the framework of the multicultural family. This course alsodiscusses the role of the OTA in pediatrics.OCT 5630C - Assistive Technology and Community Service Hours: 4This course introduces the student to a variety of assistive technology (AT) devices and resources thatpromote independence after disability. Mobility, communication, environment, and activities of dailyliving devices are covered. Students participate in numerous community outings that mirror the servicelearning model. Students are required to complete an environmental assessment on a patient in thecommunity and construct an assistive technology device. Funding issues are discussed.OCT 5701C - Orthotics and Prosthetics Hours: 3This course introduces the principles of orthotics and upper extremity prosthetics. Students will design,fabricate, apply and fit orthotic devices used to enhance occupational performance and participation.Students will receive training in the use of prosthetic devices based on the scientific principles ofkinesiology, biomechanics and physics.OCT 5801 – Foundations of Occupational Therapy – FieldworkIntroduction Hours: 3Students examine the historical foundation and philosophical base of occupational therapy. The roles ofvarious health care professionals and different service delivery models are discussed in relation tomanagement of selected case studies. Students are introduced to the occupation paradigm and the majorconceptual models currently used in occupational therapy practice. The use of occupations, purposefulactivity and activity analysis are introduced in relation to the Occupational Therapy Practice Frameworkand the importance of respecting cultural diversity is emphasized. This course is the first to introduce thestudent to the various types of occupational therapy practice settings via site visits. Fieldworkexperiences provide an orientation to occupational therapy and other health care professions throughshadowing experiences emphasizing professional behavior and communication skills.OCT 5802 – Fieldwork IA Hour: 1This course is the first of a two fieldwork courses which emphasizes clinical observation skills,documentation, and community service. Students participate in online course learning which highlightsthe importance of accurate and timely documentation and different documentation methods with anemphasis on SOAP note format. Students are placed in different OT settings depending on the student'sbackground and interests. Students will develop mentoring relationships with healthcare professionals,observe/ identify the OT process at each facility; document a selected individual's therapy session andparticipate in reflective practice.OCT 5803 – Fieldwork IB Hour: 1This is the second of a two fieldwork courses emphasizing clinical observation skills, documentation andcommunity service. In order to build upon the knowledge gained in Fieldwork IA, students participate in105

additional online course learning for occupational therapy documentation. Students will be placed invarious OT settings depending upon the student’s background, interests and Fieldwork IA assignedsettings. During community service, students will work with a variety of professionals to introduce othersto the potential roles/ benefits of occupational therapy. Students will observe the OT process anddocument a selected individual's therapy session or will document an individual observation as well asparticipate in reflective practice.OCT 5811 – Fieldwork IC – Mock Clinic Hours: 2This course prepares the student for their Fieldwork II experiences. It integrates occupational therapytheory and practice with clients in both traditional and non-traditional settings using information gainedfrom all coursework. Using a “Mock Clinic,” the student will practice history taking and objectiveassessments with the client. From the information gathered in the subjective and objective evaluation, thestudent will develop problem lists, long term and short term goals, and implement a treatment plan withappropriate documentation for the setting.OCT 5810 - Exit Exam Hour: 1This consists of written and practical evaluations to demonstrate competence in all clinical skills.OCT 5813 - Fieldwork IIA Hours: 12Fieldwork IIA and IIB are full-time, off-campus fieldwork experiences with emphasis on the evaluationand intervention of clients in two different occupational therapy settings. Students will apply occupationaltherapy theory and skills acquired in the didactic course work to clinical settings in a distance learningformat. There will be weekly online interaction with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and/ or anassigned occupational therapy faculty member. Faculty facilitate student learning through reflectivepractice which takes place at a distance by means of independent study and online interaction. Eachfieldwork rotation and online component will last twelve (12) weeks.OCT 5824 - Fieldwork IIB Hours: 12Fieldwork IIA and IIB are full-time, off-campus fieldwork experiences with emphasis on the evaluationand intervention of clients in two different occupational therapy settings. Students will apply occupationaltherapy theory and skills acquired in the didactic course work to clinical settings in a distance learningformat. There will be weekly online interaction with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and/ or anassigned occupational therapy faculty member. Faculty facilitate student learning through reflectivepractice which takes place at a distance by means of independent study and online interaction. Eachfieldwork rotation and online component will last twelve (12) weeks.OCT 6150 – Capstone 1 Hours: 1This course represents a preparatory experience for Capstone 2 which is the integration of the knowledgeand skills appropriate to a student’s specialty area. By developing a short proposal, students have anopportunity to reflect on learning achieved in the OTD program and the clinical/educational experiencesrelated to his/her content learning in the program. The student is expected to summarize the topic andcontent of the Capstone Project. The students will review and apply professional writing skills in theproposal. Based on the suggested Capstone topic, the student will be assigned a faculty advisor. Thiscourse is offered through an online distance education format. Capstone Project I is a pre-requisite forCapstone II.106

OCT 6200 – Reflective Practice Hours: 4This is a required course for those students with an entry-level Bachelor’s degree. The purpose of thiscourse is to allow a student to broaden and deepen your knowledge an understanding of the value ofoccupational therapy in today's changing world. The student will choose four modules and create alearning plan for each. The modules may include but are not limited to: Theory, Historical Perspective ofOT, Creating Evidence Based Practice, Experiential Learning, Alternative Therapy Exploration,Emerging Practice, International Health Care, Health Care Policy, Current Trends in Health Care ormodule proposed by the student based on experience and current clinical practice area. Each module willentail a literature review and paper/project that will be reflective of the students current learning goals andwill be guided by a OTD faculty member.OCT 6400 – Residency Hours: 1Each student is required to make a presentation of their capstone project as well as a summary of theircompleted OTD learning goals. During the time spent on campus (15 hours) they will work with theircapstone advisor to complete the formal presentation of the Capstone to a group of faculty and/orstudents.OCT 6495 – The Science of Occupation Hours: 4This course is designed to orient the new student to the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program (OTD)and provide an overview of the doctoral studies required at USA all of which are foundationally basedupon the concept of “occupation”. The student will learn to analyze the theoretical tenets andterminology used in the science of occupational therapy which will prepare the student for futurecoursework and success in the OTD program. The content in this course will assist the OTD student inanalyzing frames of reference that focus on the science of occupation. As the student becomes familiarwith the various ways the profession frames its models and theories the course will further analyze theconcept of occupation both from within and from outside the profession of occupational therapy. Thecourse provides a basis for analysis of occupation from a scientific perspective and assists the student ingrounding occupation with practice. Finally the course facilitates higher level thinking about theimportance of occupationally-based research and its relationship to the students final Capstone Project.OCT 6497 - Capstone Project II Hours: 4This course is an integration of the knowledge and skills appropriate to a student’s specialty area. Byapplying theory and practice, students have the opportunity to explore an approach to the delivery ofoccupational therapy services. Under advisement of a faculty member, the student will complete acommunity service project or a clinical research project. The project will involve designing themethodology, implementing the project, and collecting the data to measure the project’s effectiveness.The results will be shared through a publishable article or oral presentation.OCT 6498 – Clinical Integration Internship Hours: Variable credit up to 8ExperienceThis internship is designed to integrate the coursework taken during the OTD program with clinicalexperience. By applying theory and practice, students have the opportunity to observe, performevaluations and interventions with a client/patient population. Students will demonstrate clinicalreasoning through journaling and documenting their experiences. Under advisement of a faculty advisor,the student will write and present a case report.107

OA 5050 – Medical Physical Assessment Hours: 2This blended learning course prepares the OA student to master the art of taking medical histories andperforming physical examinations on patients across the lifespan. The focus is on recognition of“normal” and the significance of “abnormal” findings. A systems approach is used and the material istaught using online lecture and individual use of readings, online and in-lab demonstration, and labpracticum format. Supervised laboratory sessions are utilized to incorporate and practice skills presentedin the online lectures.OA 5110 – OA Professional Issues I Hours: 2This course begins with basic introductions and moves into necessary skills and knowledge needed tobegin day observations of orthopaedic practice and surgery. Topics covered include critical thinking,medical errors and prevention, overview of healthcare, ethics conflict management, cultural awareness,interpersonal communication. Students will be introduced to the history of the Orthopaedic Physician’sAssistant profession and will be discussing the role of the OA, scope of practice and issues that affect theprofession. The course will culminate with a case presentation where students will utilize the knowledgegained throughout the semester to conduct a medical history review and use critical thinking to determinepotential diagnosis and management plan.OA 5120 – OA Professional Issues II Hours: 2OA Professionals II discusses ethical medico-legal related issues associated with clinical practice. Topicsinclude legal issues, documentation using the SOAP method and dictation. The geriatric and pediatricpopulations, abuse, and domestic violence are also discussed. The use of social networking in clinicalpractice is presented. The basics of Coding ICP & CPT are covered. Students learn how to choose anappropriate method to teach their patients based on different learning styles. In order to prepare for OAInternships, students discuss tips for a successful internship and present two comprehensive case studiesand a research paper.OA 5125C – OA Lab Procedures Hours: 2This lab/lecture course covers the indications, contraindications, preparations, applications and removal ofextremity and trunk casting, bracing, splinting, wrapping, and taping. Lower and upper extremityamputations and prosthetics are also covered, including types of prosthetics, fitting, patient care,utilization, and analysis. In addition, extremity and spinal traction are covered as well as the care ofwounds and post-operative surgical sites through the use of sterile technique, suturing, dressings,debridement, and patient/family education. Safety is emphasized throughout this course.OA 5132C – OA Orthopaedics I Hours: 4This lecture and lab course is a presentation of the foundations of medical orthopaedics. It includes tissuereactivity, surgical and non-surgical musculoskeletal disorders common throughout the life span of thejoints of the upper and lower extremity and spine. These disorders include those resulting from trauma,joint and soft tissue conditions, infection, neoplasms and neuromuscular, metabolic, vascular andsystemic diseases. Aspects of basic imaging related to these areas are also included. Students learn to doa through orthopaedic examination and clinical management approaches for different dysfunctions will bediscussed and practiced through a mock clinic format. Patient/family education and safety areemphasized108

OA 5134C – OA Orthopaedics II Hours: 4This course covers invasive and non-invasive treatment skills associated with musculoskeletaldysfunctions arising from neurological, orthopaedic or disease conditions. Some areas covered includetreatment for soft tissue and peripheral nerve injuries, spinal disorders, reflex sympathetic dystrophy,dislocation, fractures, joint – ligament – tendon reconstruction, arthritis, and hyper/hypo mobility.Students learn to perform foley catherization, phlebotomy/IV insertion, aspirations and injections.Specific general interventions and exercise methods utilized by occupational and physical therapists arediscussed, as is patient /family education. Safety and appropriate documentation is emphasizedthroughout this course.OA 5151C – Clinical Neuroscience Hours: 2Clinical neuroscience is a lecture and lab course in which students receive an overview of theneuroanatomical and neurophysiological foundations for understanding normal function, dysfunction andclinical interventions. The etiology, signs and symptoms, and medical intervention of the more commonneurologic pathologies will also be included.OA 5200 – OA Surgery Hours: 6This course covers indications, contraindications, safety, instrumentation and equipment, and steriletechniques associated with surgery. In addition, the knowledge and physical skills needed to assist withorthopaedic surgical procedures as well as pre-operative preparation and pre- and post- operative care andpatient management are covered. The surgical procedures covered involve the upper and lowerextremities and spine and include reduction procedures on bone and joints; reconstruction surgery onjoints and ligaments; repairs of muscles, tendons, and ligaments; transfers of tendons and nerves;amputations and the removal of foreign bodies; and arthroscopic procedures. Students also learn properpositioning of the patient for surgery, how to monitor anesthesia and how to close and care for traumaticwounds and surgical incisions. Student are instructed about potential medical errors that can occur withsurgery and how best to avoid these. Observation of video and live surgeries, along with lab simulationswill augment this course.OA 5351 – OA Orthopaedic Pharmacology Hours: 3This course provides a clinical perspective of the general concepts of pharmocokinetics andpharmacodynamics related to the practice of orthopaedic medicine. It describes classes and specific drugsfor pain and inflammation, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, skeletal muscle, infections, as well ascentral nervous system drugs, cholinergic and adrenergic drugs, cardiovascular drugs and endocrinedrugs. Some gastrointestinal and respiratory are also described. These descriptions include: a) clinicaluses, b) therapeutics effects and mechanisms, c) side effects, and contraindications. The effects ofexercise, aging and other factors on pharmacodynamics are included when relevant to clinical practice.OA 5700 - Wellness and Prevention Hours: 2This course will present the concept of Wellness as a foundation to the improvement of health caredelivery services and interventions. It will allow the students to investigate their own personal wellnessand to internalize the information, to become role models of Wellness in the health care profession.Additionally, the concepts of Wellness will be applied to the practice of rehabilitation, making relevantthe content to the student’s roles as future professionals. The course will include specific objectivespromoting wellness and patient education to maintain health and prevent disease by empowering clientswith holistic lifestyle choices by identifying barriers to change, goal setting and problem-solving. Inaddition, a special emphasis will be on health promotion and disease prevention on a macro level, whichanalyzes policies and procedures that engender concern for individuals as they operate in society.Assignments and course work will emphasis real-life clinic/home situations that the orthopedic physicianassistants may encounter.109

OA 5714 – OA Internal Medicine Hours: 3This online course is designed to review the medical conditions related to orthopedics that potentiallybrings up complications for the patient and the role of the OA in the “medical team,” which in turn isdependent upon understanding important concepts of internal medicine and the orthopedic patient. Thiscourse aims to ensure a comprehensive approach to the orthopaedic patient with specific emphasis placedupon internal medicine in clinical correlation with Cardiopulmonary medicine, Nephrology,Gastroenterology, Endocrinology/Metabolic, Hematology, Rheumatology, and Infectious Disease. Thecourse will establish the clinical (medical) parameters that guide the competent and safe practice oforthopaedic physician assistants. Students will learn to identify the different and diverse presentations ofmedical problems, helping in an immediate treatment supervised by the orthopedist or helping with areferral to another physician. The content and activities included in this course seek to provide OAstudents with the essential skills to recognize, stabilize, and meaningfully participate in all aspects ofpatient care as it relates to the orthopaedic clinical setting. ACLS certification will be provided. Prerequisites:Human Anatomy, Medical Physiology, Pharmacology, and Physical Assessment.OA 5809 – OA Exit Exam Hours: 1At the end of the final clinical rotations, each student takes a comprehensive written, oral and practicalexamination in order to determine mastery of the program curriculum and prepare for the OA certificationexamination. The oral/practical exam is based on a single clinical case that can reflect one or more of theareas experienced during clinical rotations. The written examination is a multiple choice comprehensiveexam covering content of the entire curriculum. The student must pass all parts of the examination tograduate.OA 5811 – Clinical Rotation I Hours: 16During the second year of study, full-time clinical rotations provide the student with the opportunity toapply the theory and skills acquired in the didactic course work within the clinical setting. This 16-weekrotation will focus on professionalism and communication within the orthopaedic setting. Student clinicalperformance will be determined using the OA clinical evaluation tool. As each rotation is independent ofthe others, the sequencing of rotations will vary among individual students and will be based mainly onavailability.OA 5813 – Clinical Rotation II Hours: 16During the second year of study, full-time clinical rotations provide the student with the opportunity toapply the theory and skills acquired in the didactic course work within the clinical setting. This 16-weekrotation will focus on developing case studies within the orthopaedic setting. Student clinicalperformance will be determined using the OA clinical evaluation tool. As each rotation is independent ofthe others, the sequencing of rotations will vary among individual students and will be based mainly onavailability.OA 5815 – Clinical Rotation III Hours: 8During the second year of study, full-time clinical rotations provide the student with the opportunity toapply the theory and skills acquired in the didactic course work within the clinical setting. This 8-weekrotation will focus on evidence – based practice within the orthopaedic setting. Students will choose onor two specialty areas of their own interest in which to practice. Student clinical performance will bedetermined using the OPA clinical evaluation tool. As each rotation is independent of the others, thesequencing of rotations will vary among individual students and will be based mainly on availability.110

OA 5906 – Research II Hours: 2This course is a continuation of the process of scientific inquiry begun in Trimester 1. Concentration isgiven to developing a relevant research inquiry and clinical outcome studies. Students have anopportunity to review relevant articles to examine the use of evidence in clinical decision-making. Theparts and process for presenting a patient case report is presented.OA 5907 – Research III Hours: 1This course applies information covered on case reports in Research II. Students are expected to gathernecessary information during the Clinical Rotations to present a clear and professional case reportfollowing the guidelines given in Research II. Students are expected to integrate related scholarlyliterature with patient management, knowledge/skills gained in the classroom as it applies to one selectedpatient examined and treated on a clinical rotation.OA 6403E – OA Imaging Hours: 3This course provides skills in the ordering and clinical application of diagnostic imaging tests forcommonly occurring skeletal and soft tissue dysfunctions of the spine, pelvis and extremities. The basicsof MRI, CT, ultrasonography, nuclear Imaging, and special diagnostic imaging procedures such asfluoroscopy, venography, and 3-D reconstruction are covered. Special emphasis is placed on thecommunication of diagnostic findings to the supervising orthopaedist and the orthopaedic patientpopulation.PHT 5006C – Massage and Soft Tissue Palpation Hour: 1Course material emphasizes the development of skills necessary to perform massage to the spine andextremities. Physiological and psychological effects of massage are discussed. Indications,contraindications and medicolegal aspects of massage are also discussed. Students are instructed in thetheoretical basis for use of massage. Relevent research is discussed as well.PHT 5103 - Critical Thinking II Hour: 1This course combines instruction in clinical problem solving and critical thinking through the skills of:problem synthesis, metacognition clinical reasoning, and decision making. Patient cases are utilized todevelop these skills. These skills are especially needed for the autonomous practitioner who practices instates with direct access to Physical Therapy. The material in this course builds on the critical thinkingcourse from first trimesterPHT 5132C - Musculoskeletal I: Orthopaedics Hours: 4This course will be a presentation of the foundations of medical and physical therapy orthopaedics,including surgical and non-surgical conditions. This course will emphasize the dysfunction philosophy asrelated primarily to extremity conditions and some spinal conditions. Examination and interventionmethods will be introduced in lab session. Intervention approaches for different dysfunctions will bediscussed. This course will be designed to follow the topics discussed in the Biomechanics class andcomplement the Therapeutic Exercise course. The material will be integrated and applied in Mock Clinicthe third trimester. Examination, evaluation and intervention of the extremities and spine will be furthercovered in the fifth trimester.PHT 5133C – Musculoskeletal II: Mock Clinic Hours: 3This course will integrate the theory and practice of examination of physical therapy patients with amusculoskeletal diagnosis. Through the use of a "Mock Clinic", the student will learn and practice historytaking during patient interview, as well as practice tests and measurements through the 18 steps of amusculoskeletal examination. This course will build upon examination techniques learned in Skills &Procedures, Therapeutic Exercise I and Musculoskeletal I, as well as applying the information instructedin Anatomy, Biomechanics, Pathology, Massage, and Physical Modalities. From the information gathered111

in the interview and physical examination, the student will exercise diagnostic skills, practice prognosticand intervention prescribing skills, and document impairment lists, long-term and short-term goals, andintervention plans.PHT 5134C - Musculoskeletal III: Advanced Extremity Examination, Hours: 3Evaluation and Treatment (E1)Course emphasizes the interpretation of basic science knowledge and integration with basic clinical skillsneeded to complete a differential evaluation of extremity dysfunction and proceed to treatment.Knowledge and principles of functional anatomy, biomechanics, and pathology are presented as anintegrated concept related to clinical cases. The clinical content of the course includes differentialexamination, with special emphasis on palpatory techniques such as end-feel, and joint mobility testingand treatment. Critical thinking and problem solving are emphasized with specific clinical cases.PHT 5135C - Musculoskeletal IV: Advanced Spinal Examination, Hours: 3Evaluation and Treatment (S1)Course material emphasizes the development of clinical knowledge and skill necessary to complete adifferential spine examination and to plan and carry out effective interventions for spinal impairments.General principles of spinal functional anatomy, tissue and spinal joint biomechanics and pathology arepresented as well. Spine examination procedures covered in this course include structural assessment,active range of motion, palpation for position, condition and mobility (PIVM), neurovascular screening,and history taking and interpretation. This course will focus on the principles and techniques necessary toperform a competent physical therapy examination and intervention program for all spinal regions (exceptupper cervical spine) including thrust and non-thrust manipulations. When students return from their 6 thtrimester full-time clinical internships, the 7 th trimester curriculum will continue to review and includemore advanced physical therapy manipulation (thrust and non-thrust) technique optionsPHT 5140C – Pediatric Physical Therapy Hour: 2The normal development of gross motor skills will be reviewed and contrasted with abnormaldevelopment that occurs in the presence of various conditions and pathologies. The etiology and clinicalfeatures of common pediatric disorders not previously covered will be discussed. Basic methods ofevaluation, assessment, clinical decision making, goal setting, and treatment in a variety of settings willbe discussed. This course will include videotape patient analysis and laboratory experiences.PHT 5143C - Neuromuscular I: Concepts and Evaluation Hours: 3This course will examine the theoretical basis for evaluation and treatment of neurologic disorders.Historical perspectives will be explored with emphasis on current theories of motor control, motorlearning, and skill acquisition. Neurologic evaluation techniques will be taught and practiced as well asspecific assessment techniques for balance, mobility, and gait.PHT 5145C - Neuromuscular II: Therapeutic Approaches Hours: 3This course expands on previous knowledge learned in the Neuromuscular I course taught in trimester 3.Emphasis of this course is on learning treatment techniques for the resulting impairments and disabilitiesof the patient with neurologic injury. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary models of motor control,task analysis, and skill acquisition. Within this framework, specific treatment approaches includingProprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT), MotorRelearning Program, and the Task Oriented approaches will be taught. Management of the patient withspinal cord injury will also be a focus of this course.112

PHT 5147C - Neuromuscular III: Advanced Evaluation and Hours: 2Interventions for the AdultThis course is an advanced assessment and treatment course for the adult neurologic client. This course isdesigned to integrate neurologic principles learned in previous courses as well as instruction in advancedassessment and treatment techniques for the neurologically impaired client. Emphasis will be on labexperiences consisting of patient or video demonstration and task analysis, prioritizing patient problems,developing treatment/plans of care (including goal setting, discharge planning and referrals), and practiceof techniques for varied neurologic clients of any age. Specific principles and applications of strengthtraining, constraint induced movement therapy, body weight supported treadmill training, mentalimagery, orthotics, wheelchair prescription and serial casting will be addressed. In addition, students willdiscuss evidence based practice for the patient with a neurologic disorder and critically analyze selectedjournal articles.PHT 5225C - Physical Modalities/Integumentary Hours: 4This course is designed to prepare the student in the theory and clinical application of physical modalities.The physical principles and biophysical effects of cryotherapy, heat, ultrasound, electrical currents, waterand debridement are presented as they relate to treatment for indicated pathological conditions. Emphasisupon the principles of differential diagnosis are to be used in the selection/recommendation andapplication of appropriate physical agents. In addition, the care and treatment of wounds and burns isincluded.PHT 5234C - General Therapeutic Exercise I Hours: 4This course is an introduction to therapeutic exercises and evaluation skills. The primary focus will bemusculoskeletal dysfunctions arising from neuro, orthopaedic or disease conditions. This course will bean application of principles covered in Biomechanics and will “dove-tail” into concepts covered inMusculoskeletal I: Orthopaedics.PHT 5236C - Therapeutic Exercise II Hours: 3This course is an continuation of Therapeutic Exercise I. Course content will dove-tail with and buildupon topics previously presented in Therapeutic Exercise I. Pre-requisites include TE I, MS I,Biomechanics, or dual degree status and completion of all previous coursework. Potential topics to becovered include Aquatic Physical Therapy, Eccentrics and Plyometrics, Functional Strengthening,Functional Capacity Evaluations, Spine Stabilization, Patellar/Scapular Taping and Neuromobilization.PHT 5243 – Neuromuscular Examination, Evaluation and Intervention Hours: 2This course is designed for the Dual Degree student entering the physical therapy component of thesecond degree program. This course builds on neurologic examination and treatment skills alreadylearned in the OT curriculum. The student will explore topics more specific to the physical therapyprofession and ready them for the Neuromuscular III course: Advanced Evaluation and Intervention.Topics taught include treatment theories including Motor Relearning Program and the Task OrientedApproach, and examination and treatment of the postural control system and gait. Students will alsoperform a mock physical therapy evaluation and practice lab activities specific to concept from PHT5143C and PHT 5145C not covered in the OT curriculum (i.e., NDT techniques for balance and gait andPNF patterns and techniques for gait, the trunk and the lower extremities. This course will assist intransitioning the Dual student from the OT curriculum to the PT curriculum and the role of the physicaltherapist in neurologic rehabilitation.113

PHT 5405 - Psychosocial and Ethical Aspects of Physical Therapy Hours: 3Students in this course explore how psychosocial and ethical issues are related to and impact the practiceof physical therapy (PT). This course facilitates the students' use of tools to analyze and respond to ethicaldilemmas, and teaches students how to integrate psychological treatments into the practice of PT toenhance patients' outcomes. Specific issues, including chemical dependency, domestic violence, chronicconditions and grief, and pain are also addressed and applied to the practice of PT. Prerequisites:Research I or permission of the professor.PHT 5702C - Prosthetics Hour: 1Course focuses on the rehabilitation management of lower extremity amputations and prosthetics. Basiccomponents include types of prosthetics, fitting, patient care, utilization, exercise programs, gait analysisand training, as well as psychosocial components, preventive care issues and medical managementconsiderations.PHT 5713C – Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Hours: 2This course begins with an overview of the cardiopulmonary system, reviewing cardiopulmonaryanatomy and physiology. It addresses the scientific basis of cardiopulmonary dysfunction & pathologies,following with the relevant clinical implications for treatment. Diagnostic testing, lines, tubes, surgicalprocedures and assessment techniques are discussed as they influence Physical Therapy interventions.Physical Therapy interventions such as exercise testing/prescription, postural drainage, percussion,inspiratory training and rehabilitation team participation are presented. Furthermore, these inventions arediscussed across the continuum of care including acute (ICU, ER, CCU), rehabilitation, out-patient,skilled nursing and home health settings with emphasis on screening, evaluating, and treating patients.PHT 5801 – Practicum for Dual Option Students Hours: 1This course includes a study of the profession of physical therapy (PT) in the health care delivery system.Students will examine historical foundations and their professional association. Students will receive anintroduction to the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and its purpose and use in the practice of PT.Students will review the Functional Outcome approach to documentation with an integration of SOAPnote format. This course is a component of the clinical education program and abides by all policies andprocedures for clinical internship experiences as outlined in the Clinical Education section of theUniversity Student Handbook.PHT 5802 - Practicum I Hours: 2This course includes a study of the profession of physical therapy (PT) in the health care delivery system.Students will examine historical foundations and their professional association. Students will be orientedto the practice of PT across various practice settings. Professional behaviors, communication skills andinterpersonal skills will be presented with emphasis on clinical application. Students will receive anintroduction to the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and its purpose and use in the practice of PT.Students will learn the Functional Outcome approach to documentation with an integration of SOAP noteformat.PHT 5805 - Practicum II Hours: 2This course is class lecture experience. Class lecture expands instruction from PHT 5802 Practicum I inthe area of PT documentation and jurisprudence. The functional outcome approach to documentation willbe emphasized with integration of the SOAP note format, functional outcomes documentation, and theGuide to Physical Therapist Practice in completing various types of interim notes across practice settings.Reimbursement issues, communication with other healthcare professions, student supervision, patientscreening, and risk management across practice settings will be presented. Lab activities and case studiesprovide the opportunity for students to apply the concepts of documentation, reimbursement,114

communication, discharge planning, standardized outcome measures, and the roles of other healthcareproviders to patient scenarios.PHT 5809 - Exit Exam Hour: 1This course consists of written, oral and practical examinations to demonstrate competence in didacticknowledge and clinical skills.PHT 5813 - Internship I Hours: 7This course is divided into two parts and is the first of a three part series of clinical internships. The firsthalf of Internship I will consist of a seminar dealing with the course objectives 1-8. During the secondhalf of Internship I, students will be away from campus and assigned to a clinical facility for seven weeks.The clinical setting will be either an acute care hospital or an acute care/outpatient mix facility. TheClinical Performance Instrument (CPI) developed by the APTA is the current grading tool for physicaltherapy students during their clinical internships.PHT 5824 - Internship II Hours: 8This is the second full-time clinical experience in which the student will be provided the opportunity toapply the theory and skills acquired in the didactic course work within the clinical setting. This internshipwill last eight weeks and is considered a second stage in the cumulative process of obtaining competencyin clinical skills. The Clinical Performance Instrument (CPI) developed by the APTA is the currentgrading tool for physical therapy students during their clinical internships.PHT 5828 - Internship III Hours: 8This is the third and final full-time clinical experience in which the student will be provided theopportunity to apply the theory and skills acquired in the didactic course work within the clinical setting.This internship will last eight weeks and is considered a next stage in the cumulative process of obtainingcompetency in clinical skills. The Clinical Performance Instrument (CPI) developed by the APTA is thecurrent grading tool for physical therapy students during their clinical internships.PHT 5830 – Elective Internship IV Hours: 1-8This is an elective full-time clinical experience in which the student will be provided the opportunity toapply the theory and skills acquired in the didactic course work within the clinical setting. Clinicalopportunities may include but are not limited to specialized settings such as women’s health, military ordance. Traditional settings such as orthopedics, neurorehab, or acute care may also be available. Thisinternship consists of at least 40 hours per week and is considered the final stage in the cumulativeprocess of obtaining competency in clinical skills. Students interested in this elective clinical internshipmust apply prior to their 6 th trimester.PHT 5900 – Locomotor Training for the Neurologic Patient Hours: 2This course will provide the clinical application of previously learned knowledge with regards to theneural control of walking and the recovery of walking. Students will develop manual facilitationtechniques to deliver locomotor training with partial body weight support on a treadmill to adults withvarious neurologic health conditions. Students will also engage patients in over ground gait training andbecome proficient in performing outcome measures to show change in response to the locomotor training.115

PHT 5906 – Research II: Proposal Development Hours: 3This course is designed to prepare the students as critical and effective consumers of research. The coursewill expose students to a) the analysis of elements of the scientific process namely: processes involved inthe development of the introduction, literature review, methods, results, discussion and the abstract and b)the application of the scientific process in various categories of scientific reports (the case reports, singlecase study experimental design as well as traditional experimental methods). Specific guidelines will beused to analyze and comment on identified scientific papers. The use of the scientific process in writingcase reports will be emphasized.PHT 5907 – Research III: Patient Case Report Hours: 1This course applies information covered on case reports in Research II. Students are expected to gathernecessary information during either Internship II or III to write a clear and professional case reportfollowing the guidelines given in Research II. Students are expected to integrate and critique relatedscholarly literature with taught and actual patient management, knowledge/skills gained in the classroomand on internships.PHT 6050 - Preparation/Certification in Sports Physical Therapy Hours: 3Students review course material covering each area in the prerequisite courses. The instructors alsopresent any updated information where appropriate. Students will receive preparation and testing on theSt. Augustine campus for basic science and spinal and extremity joint manipulation. Review and testingof seminar content taught by North American Sports Medicine Institute will occur at a date and timeestablished by this organization. Written, oral, and practical examinations are given to test retention,comprehension, and applications of the teaching in each of the required courses.PHT 6102 – Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Pelvis, Hours: 2Lumbar and Thoracic Spine (S2)Anatomy and biomechanics of the areas are discussed. Review and modification of techniques from S1,along with the instruction of additional techniques are provided. An in-depth presentation on thesyndromes of the lumbar spine and their treatment is instructed. The utilization of biomechanical andanatomical principles for the enhancement of patient care through manipulation and exercise isemphasized, as is the patient’s role in his/her own welfare. Prerequisite for this course is successfulcompletion of PHT 5135C, Musculoskeletal IV and the CPE Seminar “Advanced Evaluation andManipulation of the Pelvis, Lumbar and Thoracic Spine (S2)” offered by the University.PHT 6103 – Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Hours: 2Cranio-Facial, Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine (S3)Anatomy and biomechanics of the cranio-facial cervical and upper thoracic spine areas are discussed.Several techniques from S1 are reviewed along with modifications and instructions of additionaltechniques are provided. An in-depth presentation on the syndromes of the cervical spine, sub-cranial andthoracic outlet is included. The student has the opportunity to explore the classification of headaches andcurrent treatment approaches. The utilization of biomechanical and anatomical principles for theenhancement of patient care through manipulation and exercise is emphasized, as is the patient’s role inhis/her own welfare. Prerequisites are completion of PHT 5135C, Musculoskeletal IV and the CPESeminar “Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Cranio-Facial, Cervical and Upper ThoracicSpine (S3)” offered by the University.116

PHT 6104 – Functional Analysis and Management of the Hour: 1Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (S4)This course emphasizes the application of basic sciences to clinical examination and treatment skills,management policies, and supportive services for dysfunction of the pelvic region. Instruction inadvanced technical and decision-making skills for the evaluation and treatment of pelvic dysfunction isprovided. Prerequisites are completion of PHT 5135C, Musculoskeletal IV and the CPE Seminar“Functional Analysis and Management of the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (S4)” offered by theUniversity.PHT 6111 – Extremity Evaluation (E2) Hours: 2Based on the E2 Extremity Integration Seminar, this online course for the DPT Program extends thecontent of the seminar to the application and analysis level of learning of peripheral and spinal joint andsoft tissue integration for examination, evaluation and intervention. Clinical decision-making strategiesand tactics, based on principles of clinical management, are strengthened through the use of selectedreadings for this course. Prerequisites are completion of PHT 5134 and the CPE Seminar “ExtremityIntegration (E2)” offered by the University.PHT 6115 – Introduction to Primary Care Hours: 2This course explores topics related to the provision of physical therapy services in a variety of directaccess environments. Pharmacology, Imaging, and Differential Diagnosis for the physical therapist areintroduced. Practice management will be examined, including reimbursement issues, marketing,communication, and ethical and legal considerations.PHT 6120 – Myofascial Manipulation (MF1) Hours: 2This course deals with the evaluation and treatment techniques of myofascial tissue. The emphasis isplaced on the relationship of the soft tissue structures to the joints/mechanics of the spine. Principles offunctional anatomy, posture, soft tissue anatomy, both normal and pathological, biomechanics of softtissue, and treatment principles are presented. A variety of treatment techniques are also presented,including an introduction to myofascial trigger point dry needling. A prerequisite is completion of theCPE seminar “Myofascial Manipulation (MF1)” offered by the University.PHT 6201 - Introduction to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation (S1) Hours: 3This course discusses basic science principles and develops clinical skills needed to complete adifferential evaluation and proceed to effective treatment of spinal dysfunction. General principles offunctional anatomy, tissue and joint biomechanics, and pathology are presented. Online discussions willencompass relevant research and clinical application. A prerequisite is completion of the CPE Seminar“Introduction to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation (S1)” offered by the University.PHT 6202 - Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Hours: 2Pelvis, Lumbar and Thoracic Spine (S2)Anatomy and biomechanics of the pelvis, lumbar and thoracic spine are discussed in the onlinecoursework associated with the live version of this seminar. Review and modification of techniques fromS1, along with the instruction of additional techniques are provided. An in-depth presentation on thesyndromes of the lumbar spine and their treatment is instructed. The utilization of biomechanical andanatomical principles for the enhancement of patient care through manipulation and exercise isemphasized, as is the patient’s role in his/her own welfare. Prerequisites are completion of PHT 6201 andthe CPE seminar “Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Pelvis, Lumbar and Thoracic Spine(S2)” offered by the University.117

PHT 6203 - Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Hours: 2Cranio-Facial, Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine (S3)This course discusses basic science principles and develops clinical skills needed to complete adifferential examination and proceed to effective intervention of cranial, cervical and upper thoracicspinal impairments. General principles of functional anatomy, tissue and joint biomechanics, andpathology/syndromes are presented. Online discussions will encompass relevant research and clinicalapplication. Prerequisites are completion of PHT 6201 and the CPE seminar “Advanced Evaluation andManipulation of the Craniofacial, Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine (S3),” offered by the University.PHT 6204 - Functional Analysis and Management of Hour: 2the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (S4)This is an online course that explores the physical therapist’s role in the evaluation and treatment of thelumbo-pelvic-hip system. The latest research in the biomechanics of the pelvic girdle is presented as wellas a biomechanical and neurophysiological approach to the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex. The discussion ofpatient examination has an evidenced based focus. Topic areas include: functional anatomy,biomechanics of the sacroiliac and pubic joints, selected pathologies and dysfunctions. Clinicalevaluation and treatment methods are demonstrated through the use of video clips. Prerequisites arecompletion of PHT 6201 and the CPE seminar, “Functional Analysis and Management of the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (S4),” offered by the University.PHT 6211 - Extremity Integration (E2) Hours: 2Based on the E2 Extremity Integration Seminar, this online course for the DPT program extends thecontent of the seminar to the application and analysis level of learning of peripheral and spinal joint andsoft tissue integration for examination, evaluation and intervention. Clinical decision making strategiesand tactics, based on principles of clinical management, are strengthened through the use of selectedreadings required for this course and application to patient cases. Prerequisites are completion of HSC6210 and the CPE seminar, “Extremity Integration (E2),” offered by the University.PHT 6220 - Myofascial Manipulation (MF1) Hours: 2This course deals with the evaluation and treatment techniques of myofascial manipulation. Theemphasis is placed on the relationship of the soft tissue structures to the mechanics of the spine.Principles of functional anatomy, posture, soft tissue anatomy, both normal and pathological,biomechanics of soft tissue, and treatment principles are presented. A prerequisite is completion of theCPE seminar, “Myofascial Manipulation (MF1)” offered by the University.PHT 6250 - Preparation/Certification in Manual Therapy Hours: 3A six-day lecture and lab review course is conducted at the University of St. Augustine campus coveringeach of the prerequisite courses of basic sciences, spinal and extremity joint evaluation and treatment, andsoft tissue manipulation. The instructors also present an update on information as needed. On the fifthday, a three-hour multiple-choice examination is conducted. On the sixth day each student receives fourto five twenty-minute oral/practical examinations to test retention, comprehension, and applied skills. Aseventh day may be added for those late registrants the University could not examine on the sixth day.PHT 6303 – Imaging for Physical Therapy Hours: 2This course provides a broad background reading plain film radiographs and in the radiographicpresentation of commonly occurring dysfunctions of the spine, temporomandibular joint, pelvis andextremities. The basics of MRI, CT and ultrasound scanning will be covered. Special emphasis is placedon the clinical application of diagnostic imaging findings to orthopaedic physical therapy.118

PHT 6331 - Evaluation and Treatment of the Hours: 2Craniomandibular System (TMJ)This is an online course that explores the physical therapist’s role in the evaluation and treatment of thecraniomandibular system. Normal cranial and cervical postural functions contribute significantly to thefunction of the temporomandibular articulations and to dental occlusal contacts. The emphasis of thecourse is on the relationships of these various components of the craniomandibular system and theirimpairments.PHT 6332 – Intermediate Craniofacial Hours: 3This is an online course that focuses on the etiology of craniofacial pain and pathology affecting the TMJand related structures. Because this is the first of three advanced courses on craniofacial pain, we willreview and expand on the anatomy of the craniomandibular system, as well as explore conventionalradiography and advanced imaging for this area. The emphasis of the course is on understanding theetiological complexities of craniofacial pain and the role of the physical therapist in treating this patientpopulation. The prerequisites for this course are PHT 6331, Evaluation and Treatment of theCraniomandibular System (CF1), and attendance of the continuing education seminar “IntermediateCraniofacial” conducted by the University of St. Augustine.PHT 6333 – Advanced Craniofacial Hours: 3This is an online course that focuses on the examination and treatment of craniofacial pain. Theexamination process, interview, observation, and physical examination, is discussed in detail, withemphasis on reliability and validity of its various parts. Treatment is discussed, with a focus on thecraniocervical junction and on patient management. Additional topics in this course include an in-depthcoverage of headaches and diagnostic classifications. The prerequisites for this course are PHT 6332 andattendance at the Advanced Craniofacial (CF3) seminar.PHT 6334 – State of the Art Craniofacial Hours: 3This online course focuses on the examination and treatment of patients with craniofacial pain andtemporomandibular disorders that are managed with dental appliances and surgical interventions. It coversoral/maxillofacial surgery and orthognathic surgery, as well as interventions for internal temporomandibularderangement. Pre-operative and post-operative treatments are discussed with emphasis on clinical decisionmaking based on the current literature. The prerequisite for this course is the Advanced Craniofacial (CF3)online course, as well as the completion of all the University of St. Augustine craniofacial seminars.PHT 6350 – Preparation/Certification in Craniofacial Hours: 3Certification preparation and testing is five (5) days in duration. The week includes review and updatesin all cranio facial areas including basic science, spinal, sub-cranial and TMJ examination and treatmenttechniques. Tests include oral, practical and written exams.PHT 6402 - Clinical Triage Hour: 1Clinical Triage offers a 40-hour experience to develop screening and management skills for the neuromusculoskeletalpatient in a primary care setting. This is an opportunity for physical therapists to shadowthe health care practitioner while observing the integration of history and physical, lab results,radiographs, and medications in the typical primary care practice. This experience would allow thephysical therapist to practice screening and history taking under the supervision of a physician. Itprovides the opportunity to improve communication between physicians, physical therapists, and staff(i.e. physicians assistants, RN’s, LPN’s, and nurse practitioners). Prerequisites are PHT 6201, HSC 6210,HSC 6400, HSC 6402, PHT 6403, and University approval of clinical setting.119

PHT 6403 – Imaging for Physical Therapy Hours: 2This course provides a broad background reading plain film radiographs and in the radiographicpresentation of commonly occurring dysfunctions of the spine, pelvis and extremities. The basics of MRIand CT scanning will be covered. Special emphasis is placed on the clinical application of diagnosticimaging findings to orthopaedic physical therapy. Students will have the opportunity to apply theprinciples of imaging evaluation to selected cases and special emphasis is placed on clinical application tomusculoskeletal disorders.PHT 6404 – Application of Managed Care – Success and Survival Hour: 1This course examines the impact of three types of third-party payment methodologies on rehabilitationprofitability. Students have the opportunity to distinguish between reimbursement schemes such as 1) flatfee-for service, 2) per member per month, and 3) discounted fee for service with incentives. This coursealso introduces students to the importance of determining “best practice” and how this influencesinsurance reimbursement decisions. A prerequisite is completion of the CPE seminar “Managed Care –Success and Survival” offered by the University.PHT 6450 – Preparation/Certification in Primary Care Hours: 3This is a six-day lab and lecture review course conducted on the St. Augustine Campus. Studentscomplete pre-course self-directed review of prerequisite material along with attendance of five days ofinstructor led review of didactic and laboratory material. On the fifth and sixth days there is a three-hourwritten examination and individual oral/practical examinations conducted by faculty members from eachprerequisite course. These exams are a test of retention, comprehension, and application to clinicalpractice. When all areas of the examination are passed, the student receives a certificate of competency inthe clinical areas tested..PHT 6461 – Musculoskeletal Clinical Integration Hours: 2This course is an integration of the knowledge and skills appropriate to orthopaedic/manual physicaltherapy practice. By applying theory and practice, students have the opportunity to perform and observeexamination, evaluation and intervention of various orthopaedic conditions in a clinical setting. Studentswill participate in discussions with faculty supervisors and fellow students regarding findings,impressions and management of orthopaedic cases seen in the student clinic, document their experiencesin chart and journal format and demonstrate appropriate clinical behavior/performance as outlined in theGeneric Abilities Criteria. Students will also demonstrate appropriate mastery of psychomotorlearning/skills based on completion of the Basic Competency Checklist. Under advisement of a facultymember, the student will identify unique and significant problems in clinical treatment and develop onewritten patient case report and present a case orally to peers. Students may be able to observe variousprocedures, surgeries and consultations performed by physicians in the community.PHT 6471 – Clinical Integration I: Reflective Practice Hours: 8The purpose of this course is to broaden and deepen the knowledge and understanding of the value ofphysical therapy and utilize reflective self-assessments of their current professional development. Studentwill perform self reflection activities and develop a learning plan and outcomes to guide them throughoutthe remainder of their educational program. The student will be engaged in full time PT practice wherethey will have the opportunity to apply the theory and skills acquired in their didactic course work withinthe clinical setting and reflect and discuss their growth. Pre-requisite: this course is available only tostudents whose highest earned degree is at the baccalaureate level.120

PHT 6472 – Clinical Integration II: Lifelong Learning/Continuing Competence Hours: 8The purpose of this course is to broaden and deepen the knowledge and understanding of the value ofphysical therapy and the importance of lifelong learning and how continuing competence can be exhibitedwithin the profession. The student will utilize reflective practice of their current and past professionaldevelopment. Students will perform self reflection activities and analysis of professional skill levels. Thestudent will be engaged in full time PT practice where they will have the opportunity to apply the theoryand skills acquired in their didactic course work within the clinical setting and reflect and discuss theirgrowth. Pre-requisite: this course is available only to students whose highest earned degree is at thebaccalaureate level.PHT 6473 – Clinical Integration III: Teaching Strategies Hours: 8This purpose of this course is to broaden and deepen the knowledge and value of physical therapy and thecritical role that our teaching plays. This includes the teaching/instructing we do to our patients,caregivers, colleagues, other healthcare workers and how we can improve our skill and expertise. Thestudent will be engaged in full time PT practice where they will have the opportunity to apply the theoryand skills acquired in their didactic course work within the clinical setting and reflect and discuss theirgrowth. Pre-requisite: this course is available only to students whose highest earned degree is at thebaccalaureate level.PHT 6474 – Clinical Integration IV: Leadership Hours: 8The purpose of this course is to broaden and deepen the knowledge and value of physical therapy and thecritical role that we have in leadership within our profession and within autonomous practice within ourhealth care system. Leadership strategies and opportunities will be discussed and students will reflect ontheir experiences and develop a plan for the future professional development in this area. The studentwill be engaged in full time PT practice where they will have the opportunity to apply the theory andskills acquired in their didactic course work within the clinical setting and reflect and discuss theirgrowth. Pre-requisite: this course is available only to students whose highest earned degree is at thebaccalaureate level.PHT 6475 – Clinical Integration V: Mentoring in Physical Therapy Practice Hours: 6The purpose of this course is to broaden and deepen the knowledge and value of physical therapy and thecritical role that mentoring plays within our profession. Mentoring roles and the mentoring relationshipwill be discussed and students will reflect on their experiences and how they can develop skills in thisarea. The student will be engaged in full time PT practice where they will have the opportunity to applythe theory and skills acquired in their didactic course work within the clinical setting and reflect anddiscuss their growth. Pre-requisite: this course is available only to students whose highest earned degreeis at the baccalaureate level.PHT 6496 – Capstone Project I Hour: 1This is an integration of the knowledge and skills appropriate to a student’s specialty area. By developinga short proposal, students have an opportunity to reflect on learning achieved in the DPT program and theclinical education experiences related to his/her content learning in the program. The student is expectedto summarize the topic and content of the Capstone Project. The students will review and applyprofessional writing skills in the proposal. Based on the suggested Capstone topic, the student will beassigned a faculty advisor. This course is offered through a distance education format. Capstone ProjectI is a pre-requisite for Capstone II. Prerequisites are completion of all required and elective DPTcoursework (but not including completion of Preparation/Certification).121

PHT 6497 – Capstone Project II Hour: 4This is an integration of the knowledge and skills appropriate to a student’s specialty area. By applyingtheory and practice, students have the opportunity to explore various approaches in the delivery ofrehabilitation services. Under advisement of a faculty member, the student has two options in completingthis project. One option is to identify unique and significant problems in clinical treatment and developone publishable patient case report. The second option is to develop one publishable article related tocritical issues in the delivery of health care today. This course is offered through a distance educationformat. A Prerequisite is completion of PHT 6496.PHT 6498 - Clinical Residency Hours: 5The Clinical Residency is a 1500-hour, 9-month patient care experience under the immediate supervisionof an approved Mentor at a University approved clinical residency site. Clinical Residency provides anopportunity for intimate sharing of knowledge and refinement of the application of clinical skill anddecision-making. It serves as an invaluable step in the process of professional development in thestudent’s area of specialty. The student develops residency objectives prior to the experience, attends theresidency, and completes 200 hours of defined educational activities. As a prerequisite, the student isrecommended to attend at least two required seminars toward the selected certification track. Exactrequirements are further described the DPT section of the Student Handbook.PSY 6102 – Psychology of Health and Exercise Hours: 2This on-line course examines the psychological knowledge and skills necessary to develop and facilitateoptimal health and fitness. The course requires the student to demonstrate comprehension of the basicpsychological principles that impact health and exercise, apply the knowledge to case scenarios, and, to alesser extent, analyze specific topics and peer-reviewed articles.PSY 6103 – Applied Performance Psychology Hours: 3This on-line course examines the psychological knowledge and skills necessary to develop and facilitatepeak performance in athletics, sport, and even business. The course requires the student to demonstratecomprehension of basic sport psychology principles, apply the knowledge to case scenarios, and, to alesser extent, analyze specific topics and peer-reviewed articles.122

DIVISION OF PROFESSIONAL EDUCATIONContinuing Professional EducationClinical Orthopaedic ResidencyOrthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy FellowshipCONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (CPE)CertificationsManual Therapy Certification (MTC)Primary Care Certification (PCC)Sports Physical Therapy Certification (STC)Cranio-mandibular Head, Neck, and Facial Pain (CFC)GeneralThe University was founded on what was to become The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences,Inc. by conducting continuing professional education seminars in 1966. Admission to continuingprofessional education seminars is open to all appropriately licensed health care professionals.While the University supports clinical specialization, it also supports cross-disciplinary and multi-skilledpractices. The University offers its seminars to multiple professionals - provided their education andlicensure enable them to use the instruction provided.While every effort is made to allow therapists to attend any seminar of their choosing, certain advancedseminars require prerequisite seminars. Additionally, seminars are structured to be integrated withspecialty certifications, transitional and post-professional advanced degree programs. The Universityreserves the right to restrict attendance to only those professionals whom it determines have appropriatequalifications. Health practitioners other than physical and occupational therapists (e.g., MDs, PTAs,COTAs) may attend selected seminars, provided their license enables them to practice the content of theseminar. Professional licensure required for specific seminars is published elsewhere in this catalog and inseminar brochures.Continuing education seminars may be taken in a series toward a clinical certification. The Universityhas long held that continuing education should be structured toward a meaningful goal. Thus, in 1981,when a group of therapists who had taken manual therapy courses from the school asked to be examined,the faculty agreed and Certification began.Certification programs offer a series of seminars, which culminate in a comprehensive examination(written, oral and practical testing to define competency in the selected clinical area). Certifications are anintegral part of the University’s transitional and post-professional degrees.Certification Preparation and Exam is a six-day process which provides a review and update of thecontent of each prerequisite seminar. The objective is the safe application and interpretation of advancedclinical skills. Results are confidential. Only the names of those who pass are published. Some attend theweek purely for the value of review. Some attend more than twice before taking the exams. Those whofail to satisfactorily complete all of the components of the Certification process may be re-tested.Seminars leading to Certification may be taken for either CEUs or toward graduate credit. Graduate creditis earned by completing distance education coursework after attending the seminars. CEUs are awardedfor seminar course attendance unless students enroll for graduate credit. CEUs are invalid once studentsenroll in the distance education portion of the seminar course for academic credit. This policy is disclosed123

on continuing education certificates. If all of the seminars leading to Certification are taken for graduatecredit, 17 - 19 hours are awarded toward an advanced degree (varies by specialty track).Certification WeekA candidate may apply to take the Certification Preparation and Examination Week provided he/she haseither taken or will have taken all the prerequisite seminars for the chosen Certification prior to theCertification Week.NOTE: Early registration is encouraged, as waiting lists often develop. The special refund policy forCertifications is designed to discourage late withdrawal.PublicationAfter successful completion of Certification, the therapist gives permission for his/her name to be addedto our Certification Graduate List. This list is made freely available to professional colleagues and forreferrals and is a highly regarded resource. The list is on our website www.usa.edu.CERTIFICATION CURRICULAAll seminars in bold face type are offered by the University of St. Augustine. Call (800) 241-1027 toregister for these seminars or visit the University’s website at www.usa.edu.The S1 and E1 seminars are requirements for most Certifications and do not have to be repeated whenobtaining more than one Certification. Each Certification is summarized below, along with who mayattend, applicable CEUs and seminar tuition amounts (additional tuition charges are applied if seminar istaken for graduate credit).There are additional Certification track credit requirements for transitional degree students. TheFoundations of Clinical Orthopaedics (FCO) (2 credits) is highly recommended for all degree seekingstudents.Manual Therapy Certification (MTC)Seminars Who Attends CEU TuitionIntro. to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation (S1) PT 3.5 $895Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation (E1) PT/OT 3.0 $745Extremity Integration (E2) PT 2.1 $595Myofascial Manipulation (MF1) PT 2.0 $595Advanced Pelvis Lumbar and Thoracic Spine (S2) PT 2.1 $595Advanced Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine (S3) PT 2.7 $795Functional Analysis: Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex (S4) PT 1.5 $545Certification in Manual Therapy (MTC) PT 3.2 $995Totals 20.1Primary Care Certification (PCC)SeminarsIntro. to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation (S1) PT 3.5 $895Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation (E1) PT/OT 3.0 $745Differential Diagnosis for the Therapist PT/OT 2.0 $595Pharmacology - Online PT/OT 2.0 $195Applied Musculoskeletal Imaging for Physical Therapists PT 2.1 $545Intro to Primary Care PT/OT .8 $245Certification in Primary Care (PCC) PT 3.2 $995Totals 16.6124

Sports Physical Therapy Certification (STC)Through an arrangement with the *North American Sports Medicine Institute (NASMI), the Universityoffers a collaborative Certification in Sports Physical Therapy. Call NASMI for course information andscheduling at 1-503-642-4432 or visit their website at www.rehabeducation.com.Seminars Who Attends CEU TuitionIntro. to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation (S1) PT 3.5 $895Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation (E1) PT/OT 3.0 $745*Foundations/Competencies in Sports PT PT/PTA 3.6 $545ATC/OT/COTA*Orthopaedic Management of UpperQuarter Injuries PT/PTA 2.0 $485ATC/OT/COTA*Orthopaedic Management of LowerQuarter Injuries PT/PTA 2.0 $485ATC/OT/COTA*Functional Exercise Training and Rehabilitation PT/PTA 1.8 $485ATC/OT/COTASTC Certification in Sports PT 3.2 $995Totals 19.1Cranio-mandibular Head, Neck, and Facial Pain (CFC)Seminars Who Attends CEU TuitionIntro. to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation (S1) PT 3.5 $895Advanced Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine (S3) PT 2.7 $795Basic Cranio-Facial (CF1) PT 2.0 $595Intermediate Cranio-Facial (CF2) PT 2.0 $595Advanced Cranio-Facial (CF3) PT 2.0 $595State of the Art Cranio-Facial (CF4) PT 2.0 $595Certification in Cranio-mandibular, Head, Neck& Facial Pain (CFC) PT 3.2 $995Totals 17.4Additional seminars are available for continuing professional education and elective credits in the degreeprogram and are described in the "Transitional and Post-Professional Courses" section of this Catalog.125

REGISTRATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR CPE AND CERTIFICATIONSTo register for continuing professional education and Certification seminars, write, call, fax or e-mail theUniversity. On-line registration is available at the University’s Website: www.usa.eduWrite:University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.1 University Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL 32086Call: In U.S. and Canada 1-800-241-1027 or (904) 826-0084Fax: (904) 826-0085Website: http://www.usa.eduE-mail: info@usa.eduA $100 non-refundable deposit is required when registering for continuing education seminars. Seminartuition is due 30 days prior to the first day of the class. If you call to register, your place in the seminarwill be held pending receipt of deposit within ten working days. Payment can be made with check, moneyorder, Visa or MasterCard. In the event of a company-paid registration, purchase order numbers will beaccepted when provided by that company’s authorized personnel.For CPE seminars, with two weeks notice of cancellation by the student, tuition will be either transferred toanother seminar, put into a "funds on hold" account, or the balance will be refunded. Cancellation up to threeworking days prior to the start of the seminar, 50% of the balance will be refunded. With three working daysnotice, 100% of the balance can be transferred to another seminar or put into a "funds on hold" account. Norefunds will be issued. Transfer of funds is limited to two seminars. Funds are held in the “funds on hold”account for two years. After the seminar begins, no refunds are issued or transfers allowed.In the event of company-paid registration, the company has the right to cancel under the above policy.The therapist will be contacted, and may be given the option to remain registered for the seminar and bethe responsible party for the tuition.A 50% non-refundable, non-transferable deposit must accompany Certification seminar registrations.Balance is due 60 days prior to the start date of the seminar. Refunds requested 90 days or more beforethe seminar begins permit a transfer of only 50% of the deposit to another seminar, with any balance paidbeing fully refundable. Cancellation and request for transfers for the Certification seminars received lessthan 90 days before commencement of the seminar will result in a loss of the deposit. These provisionswere added to assist the University in planning for staff and facilities, and to discourage last minutechanges in plans by seminar registrants since the University is unable to fill vacancies with othercandidates on short notice.Tuition and FeesThe seminar calendar and the University’s website, www.usa.edu, include current tuition charges.Calendars are advertised widely in physical therapy and occupational therapy publications. The calendarcan also be obtained by calling the University at 1-800-241-1027.126

Advance Payment ProgramThe Advance Payment Program enables employers or individuals who provide advance deposits of$3,000 (minimum) to receive a 10% discount for the next twelve months. This discount cannot becombined with any other discount. This also protects the advance payor from increases in tuition.Deposit must be received a minimum of three months prior to use of funds.Retention of Student RecordsThe University retains CPE student records indefinitely.Continuing Education Units (CEUs)Enrolling and attending our continuing education seminars qualifies the therapist for a certificate ofattendance which confers continuing education units. These CEUs are accepted by most state licensingbodies toward maintaining the professional license.Seminar Approvals/AccreditationThe University of St. Augustine has been approved as an Authorized Provider by the InternationalAssociation for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500,McLean, VA 22102. In obtaining this approval, the University of St. Augustine has demonstrated that itcomplies with the ANSI/IACET Standards which are widely recognized as standards of good practiceinternationally. As a result of their Authorized Provider membership status, the University of St.Augustine is authorized to offer IACET CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACETStandards. All University seminars are recognized by the Florida Physical Therapy Association and meetlicensure requirements for Florida physical therapists and by the Florida Occupational TherapyAssociation and meet licensure requirements for Florida occupational therapists. Continuing educationcourses are not under the purview of the Commission for Independent EducationSeminar AvailabilitySeminars are held nationwide, according to interest. Schedules are completed a year in advance and areadvertised widely in physical therapy and occupational therapy publications. The schedule can be viewedon the University’s web site at www.usa.edu. Seminar calendars are also available by calling 1-800-241-1027. The University seeks to offer each of its listed seminars at least once annually, and usuallyeliminates seminars that are not held at least every other year from its regular listing.Waiting ListsIf the seminar for which you apply is full, you have the option of being placed on a waiting list,transferring to another seminar or receiving a refund. Graduate students enrolled in any of theUniversity’s transitional or post-professional programs have priority on the waiting list. Early registrationis recommended.Cancellation by the UniversityThe University does not wish to cancel advertised seminars. However, it is sometimes necessary.Registrants are notified a minimum of two weeks prior to the seminar start date. The University is notresponsible for reimbursement of expenses, including non-refundable airline tickets.Hours of AttendanceUnless otherwise noted, all seminars begin at 9 a.m. on the first day, and run from seven to eight hoursdaily, not including the lunch hour. All sessions must be attended. Should more than two hours of any oneseminar be missed, the policy of the University is to exclude the student from further participation in thatseminar, at the discretion of the instructor. The instructor will determine whether missing that particularpart of the seminar compromises the student’s understanding of subsequent sessions, or may place a127

fellow student or future patient in jeopardy. The Certificate of Attendance may be withheld as the statedhours may no longer be valid. (Remedial activity may be required).Sequencing of SeminarsSome seminars of the University require that a prerequisite seminar be taken first. Contact the CPERegistration Office for more information.Seminars from Other OrganizationsThe University is unable to recognize prerequisite seminars given by instructors outside of the Universityfor continuing education courses.AccommodationsMost continuing education seminars outside of St. Augustine are held at hotels or at sponsoring clinicalsites. Securing room accommodations may be accomplished by contacting the hotel directly or through atravel agent. Please note that the University is not responsible for the standard of your accommodations.On occasions where securing conference space at a hotel is linked to patronage of guest rooms, those thatelect to stay at the designated hotel will have priority of registration.DressDress should be appropriate for attending a professional conference. Good judgment is required whenattending seminars held in a hotel that is frequented by other professionals. For the practical sessions, usuallybeginning the first day, the registrant must be prepared to expose the area under examination. For extremityseminars, all peripheral joints with the exception of the hip will need to be exposed. Shorts or loose slacks arepreferred for lab sessions. For spinal seminars, the entire spine from occiput to sacrum must be exposed exceptfor a narrow bra or bikini top. One-piece bathing suits that do not easily expose the iliac crest and sacrum areunacceptable as they may interfere with the learning process of other registrants.Physical HealthInstructors maintain the right to discontinue instruction to any student who is in unsatisfactory health due toillness.Students who are pregnant must inform the instructor. At the student’s discretion, and with permission ofthe instructor, she may be a full participant with the exception of manipulation techniques that involvestretching the soft tissues around the pelvis and subcranial regions.Co-Sponsorship of SeminarsThe University welcomes inquiries to co-sponsor seminars. Generally, the University requires the cosponsorto provide space and amenities at a convenient and suitable location, as well as to help promotelocal and regional attendance. In return, the University will provide for several free seminar registrationsto persons identified by the co-sponsoring hospital, school, clinic or chapter. Further information isavailable from the Director of Continuing Professional Education.Release of LiabilityIt is required that students registering for a seminar with a laboratory component sign a release of liabilityform. The form is distributed at the seminar and completed before commencement of the program.128

CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDIC RESIDENCYThe university is offering practicing physical therapists the opportunity to enhance their clinical skillsthrough our Clinical Orthopaedic Residency Program.Program MissionThe mission of the Orthopaedic Residency program of the University of St. Augustine is to graduatephysical therapists who have achieved competency of skills in both clinical and didactic learning inorthopaedic physical therapy.Program ObjectivesThrough completion of the Clinical Orthopaedic Residency program, the resident will: Apply skills for examination of orthopaedic patient cases as per the Description of SpecialtyPractice (DSP). Analyze the outcomes of the patient examination to formulate an evaluation statement. Apply and modify skills for intervention of orthopaedic patient cases. Utilize evidence-based information to identify patient management. Plan and implement Physical Therapy management strategies, which take into considerationaspects of patient psychosocial, medical and functional needs. Plan and implement Physical Therapy management strategies, which relate directly tofunctional improvement. Demonstrate appropriate decision making for patient care. Communicate effectively with patient and patient related services and administrativepersonnel. Identify strengths and weakness in their learning environment through reflective thinking andappropriate communications. Apply an ethical standard of clinical practice. Be prepared to apply to take the ABPTS OCS examination Multi Site: Consistency of standards for both didactic and mentorship areas will bemaintained across multiple clinical sites. Clinical mentors and residents will utilize all thesame forms and methods of reporting to the program director. The director will review themethod of both mentor and resident reporting as well as summarize the achievement acrosssites.Admission RequirementsThe Clinical Orthopaedic Residency program is intended for recent graduates, as well as, clinicians whowant to accelerate their current clinical orthopaedic knowledge and skill.All students who apply to the Clinical Orthopaedic Residency program must complete anapplication/admissions process. Documents that must be submitted include: Application for Admission $50 processing fee Official transcripts from all previous institutions of higher learning Two references from professional colleagues Copy of professional state license Current resume which lists continuing education involvement and professional publications Current photograph Essay129

Program RequirementsClinical 160 one-on-one mentoring in the clinic over the duration of the residency. Additional direct patient care hours (minimum of 1030 hours) including treatment in thefollowing body regions: Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine, Pelvis - SI,Craniomandibular, Hip, Knee, Ankle, Foot, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand.Didactic Post-professional training in examination, evaluation, clinical reasoning, orthopaedic skills, andpatient management based upon the practice dimensions described in the Description of SpecialtyPractice for Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Post professional training in human anatomy and physiology, movement science,pathophysiology, orthopaedic medical/surgical interventions, evidence-based orthopaedicphysical theory and practice, critical inquiry for evidence-based practice, examination andprocedural interventions. Body regions covered include cranial/mandibular, cervical spine,thoracic spine/ribs, lumbar spine, pelvic girdle/sacroiliac/coccyx/abdomen, shoulder/shouldergirdle, arm/elbow, wrist/hand, hip, thigh/knee, leg/ankle/foot. Participants can also earn academic credit towards the transitional DPT, or EdD programs at theUniversity of St. Augustine.Scholarly Activities Produce a scholarly product which is disseminated to the professional community, e.g posterand/or platform presentation, publication in peer reviewed journal Participation in journal clubs and case rounds Opportunity to teach and mentor entry level DPT students, depending on location Attendance at AAOMPT annual conference Attendance at a PT conferenceProgram Tuition and CostsResidencies are available around the United States, based on mentor availability. The Residency is aminimum of twelve months and a maximum of 36 months. Residents will be mentored in an outpatientorthopaedic clinic by a qualified mentor while completing didactic components. Mentor fees forresidencies are negotiable between resident and mentor. Seminar and course fees average $575. There isa non-refundable $50.00 application processing fee, and an administrative cost of $1,000.00 per semester($3,000.00 total).CredentialingThe university received approval from APTA to become a credentialed Clinical Orthopaedic Residencyprogram in 2010.130

ORTHOPAEDIC MANUAL PHYSICAL THERAPY FELLOWSHIPThe Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship at the university provides a focused curriculum withadvanced clinical and didactic instruction that is intensive and extensive. The Fellowship identifiesadvanced competency in manual therapy learning and practice as the primary achievement.Program MissionThe mission of the Fellowship program of the University of St. Augustine is to graduate physical therapistswho have achieved advanced competency of clinical skills in both clinical and didactic learning inOrthopaedic Manual Therapy.Program ObjectivesThrough completion of this program, the Fellow will: The Fellow graduate will apply advanced skills for examination of orthopaedic patient cases. The Fellow graduate will analyze the outcomes of the patient examination to formulate anevaluation statement. The Fellow graduate will apply and modify advanced skills for intervention of orthopaedicpatient cases. The Fellow graduate will plan and implement Physical Therapy management strategies, whichtake into consideration preventative aspects of patient documentation and employment needs ofthe patient. The Fellow graduate will plan and implement Physical Therapy management strategies, whichrelate directly to functional improvement. The Fellow graduate will demonstrate appropriate decision making for patient care. The Fellow graduate will apply evidence based practice with patient care. The Fellow graduate will formulate a research investigation. The Fellow graduate will communicate effectively with patient and patient-related services andadministrative personnel. The Fellow graduate will identify strengths and weaknesses in their learning environmentthrough reflective thinking and appropriate communications. The Fellow graduate will apply an ethical standard of clinical practice. The Fellow graduate will apply to become a fellow of American Academy of OrthopaedicManipulative Therapy. All mentors are expected to participate in at least the Level I of APTA credentialing program. Consistency of standards for administration, didactic and mentorship will be maintained acrossmultiple clinical sites by use of standardized forms and communication. Self-evaluation of program process and outcomes of students/graduates will be performed eachyear in preparation for the APTA annual report. Multi Site: Consistency of standards for both didactic and mentorship areas will be maintainedacross multiple clinical sites. Clinical mentors and fellows will utilize all the same forms andmethods of reporting to the program director. The director will review the method of bothmentor and fellow reporting as well as summarize the achievement across sites.Admission RequirementsThe Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship program is open to any physical therapist who has aminimum of two (2) years of clinical practice in orthopaedics or has completed an APTA credentialedOrthopaedic Residency and has completed the University of St. Augustine E1 and S1 seminars. Theparticipant must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state in which mentoring will be provided.All students who apply to the Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship program must undergo anapplication/admissions process. Documents that must be submitted include:131

Application for Admission$50 processing feeOfficial transcripts from all previous institutions of higher learningTwo references from professional colleaguesCopy of professional state licenseCurrent resume which lists continuing education involvement and professional publicationsCurrent photographEssayPeriod of FellowshipThe University of St. Augustine offers full-time and part-time fellowships at our St. Augustine and SanDiego campuses, as well as, off campus sites. The fellowship period is a minimum of 12 months andmaximum of 36 months. Fellowships are available around the United States, based on mentor availability.Mentors are required to be a Fellow of AAOMPT or international equivalent.Responsibility and Learning ActivitiesParticipants are responsible for their progress in the fellowship program. The fellowship is a demandingclinical learning experience designed to bring out the best in each candidate. Expected learning experienceswill be developed at the beginning of the fellowship during discussions between the participant and theclinical faculty. However, both the faculty and participant must remain flexible to possible changes that mayoccur in the schedule.Clinical One hundred sixty (160) one-on-one mentored hours in the clinic over the duration of theFellowship. The fellow in training will achieve in the program 440 patient care hours. A total of 100 spinal hoursand 60 extremity hours of didactic work will be in manual therapy. Treatments will cover thefollowing body regions: Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine, Pelvis - SI,Craniomandibular, Hip, Knee, Ankle, Foot, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand.Didactic Advanced training in examination, evaluation, clinical reasoning, in orthopaedic manual therapyskills, and patient management based upon the practice dimensions described in the AdvancedDescription of Specialty Practice for Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and the AAOMPT EducationStandards of Practice. Body regions covered include cranial/mandibular, cervical spine, thoracicspine/ribs, lumbar spine, pelvic girdle/sacroiliac/coccyx/abdomen, shoulder/shoulder girdle,arm/elbow, wrist/hand, hip, thigh/knee, leg/ankle/foot. Courses include: Evidence Based Research, Medical Diagnostics, Foundations of ClinicalOrthopaedics, Professional Communications, Educational Theory, Basic Craniofascial,Pharmacology, Imaging, Clinical Instructor Credentialing, E1: Extremity Evaluation andManipulation, E2: Extremity Integration, S1: Intro to spinal evaluation and Manipulation, S2:Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of Lumbar Thoracic Spine, S3: Advanced Evaluation andManipulation of CranioFacial, Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine, S4: Functional Analysis andManagement of Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex, MF1: Myofacial Manipulation, Manual TherapyCertification or Review, Thrust, Imaging Seminar Craniofacial I, Spinal Instability and APTA CIcourse. Participants can also earn academic credit towards the transitional DPT, or EdD programs at theUniversity of St. Augustine.132

Scholarly Activities Produce a scholarly product which is disseminated to the professional community, e.g poster and/orplatform presentation, publication in peer reviewed journal Participation in journal clubs and case rounds Opportunity to teach and mentor entry level DPT students, depending on location Attendance at AAOMPT annual conferenceProgram Tuition and CostsMentor fees for fellowships are negotiable between fellow and mentor. The cost of the fellowship is variabledepending on the background of didactic work of the applicant. Seminar and online course fees couldaverage between $4,430.00 to $13,544.00. There is a non refundable $50.00 application processing fee, andan administrative cost of $1,000.00 per semester ($3,000.00 total). Fellows will also attend the APTA's CIcredentialing course, currently offered for $165.00, (included in the range of total).CredentialingThe university received approval from APTA to become a credentialed orthopaedic manual physical therapyprogram in 2003 and was re-credentialed in 2008.133

FACULTY FOR CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATIONHilmir Agustsson, PT, Assistant ProfessorBSUniversity of Alberta, Edmonton, CanadaMHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Tobi Baldwin, PT, Assistant ProfessorBSUniversity of Western OntarioMPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.William G. Boissonnault, PT, Associate ProfessorBSUniversity of WisconsinMScPT Institute of Graduate Health Sciences (University of St. Augustine)DHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Cathy E. Busby, PT, Assistant ProfessorBSAppalachian State UniversityMAT University of North CarolinaMSDuke UniversityRobert I. Cantu, PT, Assistant ProfessorBSUniversity of TexasMBA Kennesaw State CollegeMMSc Emory UniversityErin Conrad, PT, Clinical Fellowship & Residency Program Director/Assistant ProfessorBSMillsaps CollegeDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MSCalifornia University of PennsylvaniaBonnie Decker, OTR/L, Associate ProfessorBSWestern Michigan UniversityMHSUniversity of FloridaEdDUniversity of Central FloridaEric Furto, PT, InstructorBSPT Northern Illinois UniversityDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Alan J. Grodin, PT, InstructorBASUNY at BinghamtonBSSUNY Downstate Medical CenterKaren S. Howell, OTR, Interm Dean, First Professional Programs and Director, Institute ofOccupational Therapy /ProfessorBSVirginia Commonwealth UniversityMHSMedical University of South CarolinaPhDUniversity of South Carolina134

Kurt Hubbard, OTR/L, Assistant ProfessorBAState University of New YorkMAFarleigh DickinsonMSColumbia UniversityOTDUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Michael Irwin, PT, InstructorBASlippery Rock CollegeBSGeorgia State UniversityDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Tammy LeSage, OTR, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator/Assistant ProfessorBSJudson CollegeMOT Texas Woman’s UniversityJodi Liphart, PT, Transitional DPT Program Director/Associate ProfessorBSOhio State UniversityMSUniversity of Central FloridaDHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Elaine Lonnemann, PT, Assistant ProfessorBSUniversity of LouisvilleMScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Elisabeth McGee, OT/PT, InstructorBSUniversity of FloridaMOTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Andy Naas, PT, Assistant ProfessorBSMercyhurst CollegeMPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Richard E. Nyberg, PT, Assistant ProfessorBAGettysburg CollegeBSSUNY Downstate Medical CenterDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MMSc Emory UniversityStanley V. Paris, PT, Professor, Founding PresidentFNZSP Diploma Physiotherapy New Zealand School of Physiotherapy, University of OtagoBIMDiploma, British Institute of ManagementPhDThe Union InstituteMariano Rocabado, PT, ProfessorPTUniversity of ChileFull Professor School of Dentistry, University of ChileDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.135

A. Russell Smith Jr., PT, Assistant ProfessorBSUniversity of Maryland at BaltimoreMMSc Emory UniversityEdDUniversity of North FloridaRobert Stanborough, PT, Assistant ProfessorBFABall State UniversityBPTHoge School Van AmsterdamDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Michael Turner, PT, Assistant ProfessorBSUniversity of FloridaMScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.James A. Viti, PT, Assistant ProfessorBSUniversity of Maryland at BaltimoreDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Lawrence Yack, PT, InstructorBSC. W. Post College, Long Island UniversityBSUniversity of ColoradoDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.136

FACULTY FOR DEGREE PROGRAMSThe faculty of the University are carefully chosen educators and practitioners with proven ability to providestudents with a meaningful and exciting educational experience relevant to clinical practice. All members ofthe faculty possess a mastery of their field and a practical hands-on approach to their specialty. TheUniversity is proud of its faculty, their strengths and diversity, as well as their commitment to the mission ofthe University.Faculty location designations are:CA – California campusDE – Distance EducationFL – Florida campusTX – Texas campusSalam Abdo, MD, Assistant Professor – DEBSUniversity of North FloridaMDAmerican Global University School of MedicineHilmir Agustsson, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBSUniversity of AlbertaMHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Elizabeth Ardolino, PT, Assistant Professor – TXBSUniversity of ScrantonMPTUniversity of ScrantonMSTemple UniversityPhDSeton Hall UniversityTobi Baldwin, PT, Assistant Professor - DEBSUniversity of Western OntarioMPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Nicole Borman, PT, Assistant Professor – TXBSUS Air Force AcademyBSPT University of New MexicoMSTexas Woman’s UniversityPhDTexas Woman’s UniversityPeter Bowman, OT, Assistant Professor - DEDip COT Salford College of TechnologyMHSMedical University of South CarolinaOTDUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Annie Burke-Doe, PT, Associate Professor - CABAUniversity of the PacificMPTUniversity of California, San FranciscoPhDUniversity of the Pacific137

Eric Chaconas, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBSTowson UniversityDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Lisa A. Chase, PT, Associate Professor - FLBAFurman UniversityMPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MAUniversity of North CarolinaPhDArizona State UniversityErin Conrad, PT, Clinical Fellowship & Residency Program Director/Assistant Professor - FLBSMillsaps CollegeDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MSCalifornia University of PennsylvaniaWilliam Conrad, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBSPurdue UniversityDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MSCalifornia University of PennsylvaniaSue Curfman, PT, Associate Professor - DEBSPT University of PittsburghMSBoston UniversityDHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Matthew Daugherty, PT, OTR/L, Instructor - FLBEdUniversity of AkronMOT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Bonnie Decker, OTR/L, Associate Professor - FLBSWestern Michigan UniversityMHSUniversity of FloridaEdDUniversity of Central FloridaAnna M. Edwards, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSUniversity of California, San FranciscoMASan Diego State UniversityMBA San Diego State UniversityThomas Eggleton, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSUniversity of Southern CaliforniaMSUniversity of Southern CaliforniaDPTRocky Mountain UniversityTamara Eichberger, PT, Associate Professor - CABACoe CollegeMPTUniversity of IowaPhDUniversity of Iowa138

Joan Gallichio, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBSUniversity of ScrantonMPTUniversity of ScrantonDScRocky Mountain University of Health ProfessionsGary Gorniak, PT, Professor - FLBSState University of New YorkPhDState University of New YorkAmanda Grant-Roys, PT, Adjunct Faculty - FLBSUniversity of New EnglandDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Debra Gray, PT, Flex DPT Program Manager/Assistant Professor - FLBSPT Wayne State UniversityMEdUniversity of WisconsinDPTSimmons CollegeMaria-Teresa G. Guadagni, OTR/L, Assistant Professor - DEBSFlorida International UniversityMSPhoenix UniversityKathy Hagy, RN, Assistant Professor - FLBSNUniversity of PhoenixMSNUniversity of PhoenixRachel Handren, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBSPT Northeastern UniversityMHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Kevin Helgeson, PT, Associate Professor - DEBSUniversity of MontanaMSUniversity of MontanaDHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Jason Highsmith, PT, Assistant Professor - DEBSUniversity of South FloridaMSPT University of South FloridaDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Sherri Holt, PT, Assistant Professor - DEBSPT University of WisconsinMHSs University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Karen S. Howell, OTR, Director, Institute of Occupational Therapy and MOT Program Director, St.Augustine Campus /Professor - FLBSVirginia Commonwealth UniversityMHSMedical University of South CarolinaPhDUniversity of South Carolina139

Kurt Hubbard, OTR/L, Assistant Professor - FLBAState University of New YorkMAFarleigh DickinsonMSColumbia UniversityOTDUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Anne Hull, OT/L, Associate Professor - FLBSWestern Michigan UniversityMSUniversity of MichiganMSFlorida International UniversityEdDUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Stacie Iken, Associate Professor - DEBSUniversity of North DakotaMSColorado State UniversityPhDUniversity of North DakotaGeorge Jacob, MD – Adjunct Faculty – FLMDUniversity of Madras, IndiaDeborah Jackson, PT, Associate Professor - FLBSLock Haven State UniversityBSRockhurst CollegeMEdUniversity of VirginiaPhDUniversity of KansasKristen Johnson, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSPT Quinnipiac CollegeMSTexas Woman’s University, HoustonLaura Johnson, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSTrinity Christian CollegeDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Edward Kane, PT, Associate Professor - CABSUniversity of Massachusetts, AmherstMSPT Duke UniversityMSUniversity of Southern CaliforniaPhDUniversity of VirginiaMarcia Kessack, RN, Adjunct Faculty - DEBSNWright State UniversityMSNWalden UniversityErica Kiernan, OTR/L, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBSOld Dominion UniversityMOTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.140

Patricia King, PT, DPT Program Director, - TXBSEast Tennessee State UniversityBSPT The University of TennesseeMAUniversity of MemphisPhDUniversity of FloridaLara Langdon, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSUniversity of California, Santa BarbaraBSPT California State University, Long BeachDPTMassachusetts General HospitalJoanne Laslovich, PT, ACCE/Associate Professor - CABACalifornia State University, SacramentoBSPT California State University, FresnoMACalifornia State University, FresnoDPTA.T. Stills UniversitySteven Laslovich, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSCalifornia State University, FresnoDPTBoston UniversityKarey Ledbetter, PT, ACCE/Assistant Professor - FLBSPT Bradley UniversityDPTBoston UniversityAlan Chong W. Lee, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSUniversity of Nevada, Las VegasMSPT Duke UniversityMAState University of California, San DiegoDPTCreighton UniversityTammy LeSage, OTR, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator/Assistant Professor - FLBSJudson CollegeMOT Texas Woman’s UniversitySteven G. Lesh, PT, Associate Professor - DEBHSUniversity of Missouri-ColumbiaMPAArkansas State University, JonesboroPhDCapella UniversityCornelia Lieb-Lundell, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSUniversity of Southern CaliforniaMAUniversity of Southern CaliforniaJodi Liphart, PT, Transitional DPT Program Director/Associate Professor - FLBSOhio State UniversityMSUniversity of Central FloridaDHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.141

Cheryl Littleton, OT, Assistant Professor - DEBSColorado State UniversityOTDUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Dan Lofald, PhD, Associate Professor - DEBAUniversity of MinnesotaMSRollins CollegePhDUniversity of FloridaMelanie Lomaglio, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBScPT McGill UniversityMScUniversity of British ColumbiaElaine Lonnemann, PT, Assistant Professor - DEBSUniversity of LouisvilleMScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Ellen Lowe, PT, DPT Program Director, San Marcos Campus/Associate Professor - CABSBoston UniversityMHSUniversity of IndianapolisPhDTouro University InternationalJosé Lozano, MD, Assistant Professor - FLMDUniversidad De Monterrey, MexicoCSFA National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical AssistingOPA-C National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Physician AssistantsHeather Mackrell, Associate Professor - CABAUniversity of ColoradoMSTexas Woman’s UniversityPhDTexas Woman’s UniversityKerry Mallini, PT, Instructor - FLBSFurman UniversityMPTUniversity of FloridaKathleen Manella, PT, Assistant Professor – TXBSPT University of IllinoisMSUniversity of Southern CaliforniaPhDUniversity of MiamiNelson Marquez, PT, Associate Professor - DEBSUniversity of the PhilippinesMSNova Southeastern UniversityEdDNova Southeastern UniversityCynthia Mathena, OTR, Vice President/Dean, Post-Professional Studies/Professor - FLBSMedical University of South CarolinaMSOld Dominion UniversityPhDWalden University142

Jason Mazza, Adjunct Faculty - DEBAEmory UniversityMSPH University of AlabamaElisabeth McGee, OT/PT, Instructor - FLBSUniversity of FloridaMOTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Christopher Miller, Associate Professor – DEBSBarry UniversityMSSt. Thomas UniversityDHSc Nova SoutheasternMarilyn Miller, PT, Associate Professor - CABSUniversity of Wisconsin, Stevens PointMAUniversity of Arkansas, Little RockPhDUniversity of Southern CaliforniaUlrike Mitchell, PT, Associate Professor - DEBAUniversity of HeidelbergBSPT Orthopadische KlinikMScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.PhDBrigham Young UniversityLisa Nichols, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBSWinthrop CollegeBSPT Medical University of South CarolinaMHSMedical University of South CarolinaWanda B. Nitsch, PT, President/Chief Academic Officer/Professor - CABSState University of New YorkMScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.PhDCapella UniversityMargaret Nonnemacher, PT, Associate Professor - FLBSUniversity of Alabama, BirminghamMSTroy State UniversityPhDUniversity of FloridaJude Nwoga, Professor - FLBScUniversity of NigeriaPhDUniversity of WisconsinEric Oestmann, PT, Associate Professor - DEBSBlack Hills State UniversityMSUniversity of South DakotaPhDSouthwest UniversityPhDCapella University143

Judith Olson, OT, MOT Program Director, San Diego Campus/Professor - CABAMundelein CollegeMOTColumbia UniversityPhDWayne State UniversityStanley V. Paris, PT, Founding President/Professor Emeritus - FLFNZSP Diploma Physiotherapy New Zealand School of Physiotherapy, University of OtagoBIMDiploma, British Institute of ManagementPhDThe Union InstituteCathy Paterson, PhD, Associate Professor - DEBSUniversity of Southern MississippiMSUniversity of Southern MississippiPhDUniversity of FloridaCatherine E. Patla, PT, Dean of Professional Education/Associate Professor - FLBSFairleigh Dickinson UniversityPTAFairleigh Dickinson UniversityCertificate in PT University of PennsylvaniaMMSc Orthopaedics, Emory UniversityDHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Cheryl Peters, PT, Assistant Professor - CABSLoma Linda UniversityMPTLoma Linda UniversityMAWebster UniversityEllie Pong, OT/PT, Assistant Professor - DEBALouisiana CollegeMOTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Chad Redwing, Associate Professor - DEBAArizona State UniversityMAUniversity of ChicagoPhDUniversity of ChicagoHelen Eck Reed, Instructor – CABSArizona State UniversityMAUniversity of Southern CaliforniaRobert Rice, Associate Professor – TXBACornell UniversityMSNew York Medical CollegePhDNew York Medical CollegeRoseMarie Rine, PT, Associate Professor - DEBSUniversity of ConnecticutMSUniversity of ConnecticutPhDNortheastern University144

Terri Roberts, OT, Assistant Instructor - CAASMesa CollegeMSOT Belmont UniversityJeffrey A. Rot, PT, DPT Program Director, St. Augustine Campus/Associate Professor - FLBSIllinois State UniversityMPTShenandoah UniversityDHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Judi Schack-Dugre, PT, Assistant Professor - DEBSPT Florida International UniversityMBA Rollins CollegeDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Anne Schefke, OTR/L, Assistant Professor - DEBSWayne State UniversityMAMichigan State UniversityOTDUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Megann Schooley, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBALynn UniversityMPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Erin Schwier, OT, Assistant Professor - CABSSan Diego State UniversityMAUniversity of Southern CaliforniaOTDUniversity of Southern CaliforniaRob Sillevis, PT, Associate Professor - DEPTHeerlen Academy, The NetherlandsDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.PhDNova Southeastern UniversityJeff Snodgrass, OT, Associate Professor - DEBSOT Eastern KentuckyMPHEast Tennessee State UniversityPhDTouro University InternationalRobert Stanborough, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBFABall State UniversityBPTHogeschool van AmsterdamDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MHSc University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Dee Stanfield, OT, Assistant Professor - DEBSMedical College of GeorgiaMHE Medical College of GeorgiaOTDUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.145

Mark Strickland, PT, Instructor - DEBSPT University of Texas Medical Branch at GalvestonJacob Thorp, PT, Assistant Professor - DEBSTrevecca Nazarene UniversityMSDes Moines UniversityDHSUniversity of IndianapolisSusan Trotter, PT, Instructor – TXBAAuburn UniversityMPTEmory University School of MedicineJim Viti, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBSUniversity of Maryland at BaltimoreMScPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.DPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Julie Watson, OTR/L, Assistant Professor - FLBSUniversity of MarylandMOTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.MHSUniversity of FloridaThomas Werner, PT, Assistant Professor – TXBSUniversity of WisconsinBSPT University of WisconsinMAFielding Graduate UniversityPhDFielding Graduate UniversityMargaret Wicinski, PT, Assistant Professor - FLBAUniversity of LouisvilleDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.Lawrence Yack, PT, Instructor - DEBSC. W. Post College, Long Island UniversityBSUniversity of ColoradoDPTUniversity of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, Inc.146

St. Augustine’s 165 foot lighthouse was built between 1871-1874and still functions as a working lighthouse today.147

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