Program Mission & Purpose
Program Mission
The University of Saint Francis Physical Therapist
Assistant Program exists to educate and develop
well-rounded, competent and caring citizens who serve
the profession of physical therapy and the global
community. The Program Faculty are dedicated to
facilitating the professional and personal development
of students to their fullest potential while emulating
and fostering the Franciscan Values.
Program Purpose
The University of Saint Francis Associate of Science for
the Physical Therapist Assistant is designed to:
- Prepare students for entry-level practice as physical
therapist assistants.
- Provide the health care community with skilled physical
therapy practitioners who are able to apply theoretical
knowledge to clinical practice.
- Provide a learning environment that recognizes
individual differences and promotes caring behaviors.
- Promote critical thinking skills to effectively address
patient care problems and to adapt to the rapidly
changing challenges of health care.
- Provide students with a strong educational foundation
for lifelong personal and professional growth.
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