Pre-Physical Therapy, A.A.
The Pre-Physical Therapy A.A. program offers foundational coursework to support your preparation for transfer and further study. Physical therapy programs have specific prerequisites, so consult an academic advisor and confirm requirements with the schools you plan to attend.
What Can You Do with a Pre-Physical Therapy Degree?
You can use the degree to prepare for transfer into a bachelor鈥檚 program and complete
coursework relevant to future physical therapy study. The A.A. alone does not qualify
you to work as a physical therapist. Work with an advisor to plan courses that align
with your intended transfer institution and DPT program prerequisites.
The A.A. is generally a starting point for further education, not a credential to
practice as a physical therapist. Physical therapists typically need a Doctor of Physical
Therapy (DPT) degree and must meet applicable licensing requirements. They work in
settings such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, schools, and
home health services.
Suggested Curriculum
The courses below are recommended as part of your program of study. Please work with
your Academic Advisor to select the courses that are right for you and your educational
goals.
Area A: Communication (9 credits)
- ENG 101 Composition I (C1 900) - with a grade of C or better
- ENG 102 Composition II (C1 901R) - with a grade of C or better
- COMM 101 Principles of Communication (C2 900)
Area B: Humanities and Fine Arts (9 credits)
Select three courses from the list for Area B with at least one course from humanities and one from fine arts.
Area C: Mathematics (5 credits)
- MATH 153 Probability and Statistics (MI 902)
Area D: Physical and Life Sciences (9 credits)
- BIOL 112 Organismal Biology (L1 910L; BIO 910)
- CHEM 110 General Chemistry I (P1 902L; CHM 911)
Area E: Social and Behavioral Sciences (9 credits)
Select three courses in at least two different disciplines from the list for Area E including:
- PSYCH 101 Introduction to Psychology (S6 900)
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BIOL 111 Cellular and Molecular Biology (IAI: BIO 910; L1 910L)
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BIOL 221 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
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BIOL 222 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
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CHEM 130 General Chemistry II (CHM 912)
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PHYSI 120 College Physics I (P1 900L)
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PHYSI 130 College Physics II
Each college and university has its own major requirements and transfer policies. Consult the schools you are considering and a 91重口 advisor to discuss courses and their transferability.
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