University of Montana - Rehab Essentials
Educating Health Professionals in a Cost-Effective Way
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy
MS 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 MPT or MSPT degree.
Key Dates
| Application & Materials Deadlines: | |
| Spring 2024 Semester | December 10, 2023 |
| Summer 2024 Semester | March 31, 2024 |
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Projected Semester Start Dates*: |
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| Fall 2023 | August 28, 2023 |
| Spring 2024 | January 2, 2024 |
| Summer 2024 | April 22, 2024 |
*Schedules for future academic semesters are projected for planning purposes. Dates are subject to change without notice and will be confirmed upon acceptance.
Curriculum
- MS to DPT20 CREDIT, 5 SEMESTER PROGRAM*
* we run 3 semesters a year, starting January, April, and August.
Tuition
- For semester by semester tuition, learn more here.
- MS to DPT$8,500*
- MS to DPT & Rehabilitation Administration Certificate$9,775* (click here to learn more about the certificate)
- Application Fee (non refundable)$85 (only $40 when you apply by December 10, 2023)
- Exam Fee non refundable)$35 per semester
- Graduation Fee (non refundable)$45
*$425 per credit. Payment option is available.
Course Sequence
- For semester by semester tuition, learn more here.
- SEQUENCE: SPRING 2024 COHORT
- For different cohort, learn more here.
- January - April 2024Pharmacology in Rehabilitation (2 credits)
- Clinical Decision Making: Guide To Physical Therapist Practice (1 credit)
- April - August 2024Legal and Ethical Issues for PT's: Considerations in Risk Management (1 credit)
- Business and Marketing (2 credits)
- August - December 2024Medical Imaging in Rehabilitation (2 credits)
- Coding and Reimbursement (1 credit)
- Professionalism: The Doctoring Profession (2 credits)
- January - April 2025Screening Medical Disorders (2 credits)
- Critical Assessment and Application of Best Evidence (3 credits)
- April - August 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 MPT or MSPT from a CAPTE accredited institute:
- Official transcript(s)
- Copy of Physical Therapy license
If you attained your MPT or MSPT from a non-CAPTE (or foreign) institute:
- Official transcript(s)
- Copy of Physical Therapy license
- Academic equivalency:
- Academic equivalency documentation demonstrating US Masters in PT equivalency from World Education Services (WES), select Rehab Essentials as the recipient
- If you use another member institution of National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) email your documents as noted in How to Apply below
How to Apply
Apply by December 10, 2023 for only $40 (a savings of $45 from the regular fee)!
Offered by University of Montana in collaboration with Rehab Essentials. Email info@rehabessentials.com with any questions. Please complete the online application and send any questions and all requirements to:
Rehab Essentials, Inc.
ATTN: Admissions Coordinator
1889 Tamarack Lane
Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Email: jonathan@rehabessentials.com
All required materials must be postmarked no later than application deadline noted above in Key Dates. Spots are limited and assigned on a first come, first serve basis.
