The Physical Therapy program is dedicated to educating well-rounded, fully competent entry-level clinicians. Students receive the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree upon successful completion of the curriculum.

• Strong emphasis on manual treatment and a patient-centered focus where treatment goals are related to functional improvements.  
• Opportunity to incorporate preventive care and promote positive health behaviors.  
• Classroom and clinical instruction that emphasize problem solving and critical thinking while preparing students to become lifelong learners.
• A curriculum that promotes personal and professional development through integrated, sequential learning experiences presented in a block format.
• Internships scheduled at more than 350 clinical sites throughout the United States.  
• An experienced faculty with diverse clinical backgrounds. Faculty members use a variety of teaching methods, including case studies, problem-based learning, lectures, group projects, labs, and community-based labs.
• Opportunities available for students and faculty at the Des Moines University Clinic, an on-campus clinic providing health care services to the community.
• Major focus on technology in the classroom. The University uses wireless technology for access to the network and the Internet. All incoming students receive laptops. Learn more about our Connected Learning Initiative here.