{"id":29,"date":"2026-05-14T21:23:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T21:23:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/?page_id=29"},"modified":"2026-05-18T21:10:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T21:10:28","slug":"training-programs-for-physical-therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/education-requirements\/training-programs-for-physical-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Training Programs for Physical Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Physical therapy training programs are designed to teach students the skills and knowledge needed to help patients recover from injuries and improve movement. These programs include classroom lessons, laboratory activities, and hands-on practice. Students study subjects such as anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation techniques to understand how the body works. For example, students may learn how muscles and joints function so they can help patients recover after surgeries or sports injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/download-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/download-2.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/download-2-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/download-2-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many physical therapy training programs and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs available throughout California. These programs are usually offered through universities and colleges that prepare students for careers in physical therapy through classroom learning and clinical experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some well-known physical therapy programs in California include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences &#8211; San Marcos, CA \u2014 Offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy program with hands-on clinical internships and simulation-based learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Azusa Pacific University \u2014 Their DPT program focuses on patient care, rehabilitation, and hands-on experience for students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>University of California, San Francisco and San Francisco State University Joint DPT Program \u2014 A three-year joint program that includes 34 weeks of full-time clinical experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>California State University, Long Beach \u2014 Offers a three-year DPT curriculum with clinical experiences and doctoral projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>California State University, Northridge \u2014 Provides a DPT program with opportunities in movement science and clinical education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>California State University, Sacramento \u2014 Focuses on preparing students to become healthcare leaders and physical therapist practitioners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/contact_info_east_sign-1024x819.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.2503336973668244;width:345px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/contact_info_east_sign-1024x819.webp 1024w, https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/contact_info_east_sign-300x240.webp 300w, https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/contact_info_east_sign-768x614.webp 768w, https:\/\/infotec03.ghsvids.org\/angelinne09\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/contact_info_east_sign.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many programs in California include clinical rotations in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, and sports medicine facilities. For example, students may work with athletes recovering from injuries, elderly patients improving mobility, or stroke patients relearning movement skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students interested in physical therapy usually complete prerequisite college courses before applying to these programs. Most DPT programs in California take about three years to complete after earning a bachelor\u2019s degree. Admissions can be competitive, so students often need strong grades, volunteer hours, and healthcare experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Physical therapy training programs are designed to teach students the skills and knowledge needed to help patients recover from injuries and improve movement. These programs include classroom lessons, laboratory activities, and hands-on practice. Students study subjects such as anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation techniques to understand how the body works. 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