Pre-Professional Programs: Pre-Physical Therapy

The USC Upstate Pre-Physical Therapy program is an advisement track within the Exercise and Sport Science program that meets entry requirements for physical therapy programs. There are two physical therapy degree programs offered in South Carolina.

The University of South Carolina and Medical University of South Carolina each offer a Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (DPT). Graduates will be prepared to contribute to the physical therapy profession as a clinical practitioner, as a faculty member and/or as a researcher. 

Physical Therapist Occupational Outlook - Bureau of Labor Statistics

Helpful Links:

About Physical Therapists Careers

American Physical Therapy Association

Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy Career Information

World Confederation for Physical Therapy

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