Physical Therapy Degree

The physical therapy program at Springfield College prepares students for a career as a physical therapist, consultant, educator, administrator, and clinical scholar. The program focuses on alleviating physical and functional impairments and limitations caused by injury or disease through the design and implementation of therapeutic interventions to promote fitness and health. Program courses include: anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience, pathological physiology, physical growth process, physical therapy modalities, rehabilitation psychology, physical therapy administration, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer physical therapy degrees.

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Springfield College

250 Foundry St, South Easton, MA

Springfield College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Springfield, Massachusetts, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. Approximately 5,400 students are enrolled yearly at Springfield College.

Areas of study offered at Springfield College include but are not limited to:

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Psychology
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by admissions officials. Most students admitted to Springfield College score in a range of 880 - 1140 on the SAT. Approximately 70 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Springfield College, with 37 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at spfldcol.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $34,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,100 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Springfield College "Pride" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Springfield College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Physical Therapists

Description

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, physical therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 34.0% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).