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 Whether your goal is to become a master clinician or inspire the next generation of therapists through higher education, our DScPT equips you with the tools to achieve your goals.

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Elevating Careers & Shaping the Future of Physical Therapy

Our Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT) graduates go on to thrive at world-class universities 

and organizations— are you ready to join them?

And so many more!

Designed for working physical therapist professionals

Our Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT) program offers a flexible, hybrid online learning format that helps you advance without having to put your career on hold.

Advance your career and education with blended learning options and a pace that’s right for you.

Take your physical therapy career to new heights with Andrews University's Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT). 

This program isn’t just another credential—it’s your opportunity to master advanced clinical skills, inspire future professionals, and expand your influence in the world of physical therapy.

Earn Certified Expertise: Gain recognition as a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) through ASPIRE OMT, boosting your professional credibility and expanding your clinical capabilities.
Choose Your Path: Specialize in Higher Education Teaching to prepare for faculty roles where you’ll shape and inspire the next generation of physical therapists, or opt for Orthopedic Manual Therapy to achieve Spinal Manipulative Therapist certification, establishing yourself as a master clinician.
Fit Learning into Your Life: Our flexible, hybrid format combines online learning with limited on-campus intensives for manual therapy courses, letting you advance your education without putting your career on hold.

This is more than a degree—it’s your path to becoming a leader in physical therapy on your terms. 

Are you ready to take the next step?

Discover the Unique Benefits of Our Doctor of Science in Physical
Therapy (DScPT) Program

 Our program is uniquely positioned to elevate your physical therapy career, offering specialized tracks in advanced clinical practice and teaching, all while fitting into your busy schedule.

Clinical Excellence with Certification

Graduates earn recognition as Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapists (COMT) through ASPIRE OMT, enhancing clinical expertise and broadening professional opportunities.

Customizable Career Tracks

Choose between concentrations in Higher Education Teaching or Orthopedic Manual Therapy, allowing you to align your studies with your career aspirations, whether it's shaping future professionals or becoming a master clinician.

Flexible Learning Options

The program’s hybrid format, combining online coursework with short, on-campus intensives for manual therapy courses, lets you advance your education without disrupting your professional or personal life.

Globally Recognized Degree

The DScPT is one of the highest clinical specialty doctorates in the world, setting you apart in a competitive field and opening doors to advanced leadership and academic opportunities.

Diverse and Experienced Community

Engage with distinguished faculty and fellow students from diverse professional backgrounds, creating a rich and collaborative learning environment

Leadership Development

Prepare to lead in physical therapy, whether through teaching in higher education, advancing research, or excelling as a highly skilled practitioner in your specialty area.

Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT)

Welcome to Andrews University’s Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT) program— The Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT) degree at Andrews University is the highest clinical specialty doctorate in the field, tailored to enhance the skills of both clinicians and educators.

With concentrations in Higher Education Teaching and Orthopedic Manual Therapy, the program equips students for advanced roles in academia or as master clinicians.

Higher Education Teaching Concentration

The Higher Education Teaching concentration is tailored for practicing physical therapists aspiring to share their knowledge, inspire others, and become faculty members at colleges and universities. This concentration equips students with essential teaching methodologies and academic leadership skills to thrive in education.

Who It's For:

This concentration is ideal for licensed physical therapists who:

Are passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of physical therapists.
Want to transition from clinical practice to academia or balance both careers.
Desire qualifications that make them competitive candidates for teaching roles in entry-level and post-professional programs worldwide.

Benefits For Students:

This concentration is ideal for licensed physical therapists who:

Becoming an Educator: Learn innovative teaching strategies and best practices to effectively educate students in physical therapy programs.
Career Opportunities: Develop the skills to qualify for faculty positions, an increasingly vital role in shaping the future of the profession.
Holistic Expertise: Gain the ability to bridge academic research with clinical practice, creating a dynamic and enriched learning experience for your students.
Global Impact: Leverage your degree to teach at leading universities around the globe, contributing to the growth of physical therapy as a field.

Orthopedic Manual Therapy Concentration

The Orthopedic Manual Therapy concentration focuses on enhancing clinical expertise in manual therapy. Students will earn the Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) designation and become Spinal Manipulative Therapy (SMT) practitioners, elevating their clinical effectiveness and reputation as expert practitioners.

Who It's For:

This concentration is ideal for licensed physical therapists who:

Aspire to achieve advanced specialization in orthopedic manual therapy.
Want to elevate their clinical practice and reputation as experts in managing complex orthopedic cases.
Seek to provide specialized care to patients needing advanced manual therapy interventions.

Benefits For Students:

This concentration is ideal for licensed physical therapists who:

Advanced Clinical Expertise: Refine your manual therapy skills to deliver evidence-based, hands-on care at the highest level.
Professional Recognition: Achieve COMT certification and SMT designation, enhancing your qualifications and credibility as a master clinician.
Improved Patient Outcomes: Expand your ability to address complex musculoskeletal conditions, creating greater value for your patients.
Leadership Potential: Become a thought leader in orthopedic manual therapy, setting you apart as a clinician who drives innovation and excellence in the field.
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Featured Testimonials from Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT) Students

“The overall design of the program and the ability to choose a specific track that best aligned with my future goals in academia also made the DScPT at Andrews my top choice.” 

– Alex 2023

“As I completed courses specific to teaching in higher education, I found my teaching style improving. I began incorporating more active learning in my teaching with a focus on engaging students in the learning process rather than simply ”covering” the material.”

- Michelle 2023

“My experience at Andrews University has not only enhanced my clinical reasoning skills but contributed to my personal growth and inspired me to explore a career in higher education.” 

- Mette 2019

“Andrews University exceeded my expectations by offering me a program that challenges me to improve my manual therapy skills; broadens my clinical reasoning; exemplifies clinical mentoring; and deepens my spirituality. Grateful for my time off campus and the supportive learning community on campus!”

 – Joan 2019

Message From The Chair Of the Andrews University School of Rehabilitation Sciences

Dr. Kimberley Ferreira, School Chair, DPT & DScPT Program Director, Professor

Welcome to the School of Rehabilitation Sciences at Andrews University. Our programs are designed with a commitment to excellence, blending advanced clinical education with a faith-based approach that nurtures the whole person.

We pride ourselves on offering a supportive, diverse community where students can thrive both academically and spiritually. Our world-class faculty, whole-person care philosophy, and personalized learning experiences prepare our graduates to lead with compassion and expertise in their fields.

We look forward to helping you achieve your goals and make a lasting impact in the world of rehabilitation.

About Andrews University

Since its founding in 1874, Andrews University has been dedicated to integrating rigorous scholarship, quality research, and practical Christianity into its curriculum. What began as a small school in Battle Creek, Michigan, with just 12 students, has grown into the most recognized Adventist educational institution in the world.

Named after John Nevins Andrews, a pioneering thinker and the first overseas missionary of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, the University embodies his legacy of thoughtful inquiry and compassionate action.

Andrews attracts students from across the U.S. and around the globe, offering a culturally diverse, faith-focused environment that prepares graduates to lead with both knowledge and purpose.

Out of 23 Michigan private universities in 2024 Niche Best Colleges.

Out of 12 Michigan Christian Colleges in 2024 Niche Best Colleges.

Tied with University of San Francisco, and out of 439 national universities ranked in 2024 U.S. News Best Colleges.

Out of 24 Michigan Small Colleges in 2024 Niche Best Colleges.

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