School of Physical Therapy
Inspired by UIW’s founders, the School of Physical Therapy optimizes movement and wellness for the common good.
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Curriculum features Problem-Based Learning
Instead of simply memorizing facts, students are taught the process of clinical reasoning by using patient case studies. This provides the framework to learn concepts, ask questions, research possible answers and determine the relevance of that information.
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Global Connections
Students can learn from, with and about each other through immersion practice experiences in diverse environments such as participating in an interprofessional mission trip in Oaxaca, Mexico; assisting with clinical education in a rehabilitation center in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico; working with IPETH physical therapy students in Puebla, Mexico; or practicing in various clinical sites in Italy.
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Scholarship Support
Endowments, individual gifts and foundation and industry support all help to provide School of Physical Therapy students financial support in the form of both need-based and merit-based scholarships.
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School of Physical Therapy Mission
The School of Physical Therapy educates physical therapists who, through skilled, reflective, holistic patient-centered practice, and scholarly activities, optimize movement and wellness for the common good of society.
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Contact the School of Physical Therapy
Address: 9160 Guilbeau Rd, San Antonio, TX 78250
Phone: (210) 283-6477
Email: dptadmissions@uiwtx.edu