University of Montana - Rehab Essentials
Educating Health Professionals in a Cost-Effective Way
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy
BS to DPT
A World-Class Program with Dr. Reed Humphrey and Dr. Jonathan Scheeler.
Partnering with an accredited university
Rehab Essentials has partnered with the University of Montana (UM) to offer a cost-effective transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT) degree program that allows working professionals to complete the degree on their terms, online and on their time. Each course within the curriculum is designed to advance critical thinking to the doctorate level while building on clinical skills. Plus, the University of Montana is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
Elevating the Profession
As the saying goes, “a rising tide lifts all boats.” The University of Montana tDPT program provides a critical career advancement pathway for therapists who already have a PT degree.
Key Dates
| Application & Materials Deadlines: | |
| Fall 2023 Semester | August 6, 2023 |
| Spring 2024 Semester | December 10, 2023 |
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Projected Semester Start Dates*: |
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| Spring 2023 | January 2, 2023 |
| Summer 2023 | April 17, 2023 |
| Fall 2023 | August 28, 2023 |
*Schedules for future academic semesters are projected for planning purposes. Dates are subject to change without notice and will be confirmed upon acceptance.
Curriculum
- BS to DPT30 CREDIT, 7 SEMESTER PROGRAM*
* we run 3 semesters a year, starting January, April, and August. We also offer an Accelerated Bachelors to tDPT, learn more here.
Tuition
- For semester by semester tuition, learn more here.
- BS to DPT$12,750*
- BS to DPT & Rehabilitation Administration Certificate$14,025* (click here to learn more about the certificate)
- Application Fee (non refundable)$85
- Proctoring Fee (non refundable)$35 per semester
- Graduation Fee (non refundable)$45
*$425 per credit. Payment option is available.
Course Sequence
- SEQUENCE: FALL 2023 COHORT
- For different cohort, learn more here.
- August 28, 2003 - December 2023Pharmacology in Rehabilitation (2 credits)
- Clinical Decision Making: Guide To Physical Therapist Practice (1 credit)
- January - April 2024Legal and Ethical Issues for PT's: Considerations in Risk Management (1 credit)
- Business and Marketing (2 credits)
- April/May - August 2024Medical Imaging in Rehabilitation (2 credits)
- Coding and Reimbursement (1 credit)
- Professionalism: The Doctoring Profession (2 credits)
- August - December 2024Screening Medical Disorders (2 credits)
- Critical Assessment and Application of Best Evidence (3 credits)
- January - April 2025Management of Patients with Musculoskeletal Disorders (2 credits)
- Management of Patients with Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disorders (2 credits)
- April/May - August 2025Management of Patients with Neurological Disorders (2 credits)
- Management of Patients with Integumentary Disorders (2 credits)
- Wellness and Health Promotion: Foundations in Population Health (2 credits)
- August - December 2025Capstone Project for tDPT (4 credits)
For the course sequence starting a different semester, learn more here. Schedules for future academic semesters are projected for planning purposes. Dates are subject to change without notice and will be confirmed upon acceptance.
Benefits
- Online courses viewed across any platform and on your time.
- Access to nationally-recognized subject matter experts
- Well-defined curriculum delivers critical content for career advancement
- E-learning solution creates a flexibility to accommodate busy professional and personal lives
- Graduate with a degree from the University of Montana, an institution accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Requirements
If you attained your BPT or BSPT from a CAPTE accredited institute:
- Official transcript(s)
- Copy of Physical Therapy license
If you attained your BPT or BSPT from a non-CAPTE (or foreign) institute:
- Official transcript(s)
- Copy of Physical Therapy license
- Copy of FCCPT (or equivalent) evaluation report
How to Apply
Applying is easy! Email info@rehabessentials.com with any questions.
- Ensure you have an electronic copy of your physical therapy license and your FCCPT/equivalent evaluation report (if required) to upload during during the application process.
- Complete the online application and have official transcripts sent electronically or to the address below:
Rehab Essentials, Inc
ATTN: Admissions Coordinator
1889 Tamarack Lane
Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Email: jonathan@rehabessentials.com
All required materials must be received via email or postmarked no later than application deadline noted above in Key Dates. Spots are limited and assigned on a first come, first serve basis.
