Choosing the Right PT School in California: What Sets Them Apart

Choosing the Right PT School in California: What Sets Them Apart If you’re researching the best physical therapy schools in California, you’re likely thinking beyond rankings—you’re thinking about fit, flexibility, and how well a program prepares you for the real world. California is home to a wide range of PT programs, each with its own approach to clinical training, schedule structure, and career support. Whether you’re balancing work and school, hoping for more hands-on opportunities, or just looking for a clear path to licensure, finding the right school can shape your entire career. The options may seem overwhelming at [...]

By |2025-11-18T16:00:46+00:00November 18, 2025|DPT|

Top-Ranked DPT Programs in Arizona: Which School Is Right for You?

Top-Ranked DPT Programs in Arizona: Which School Is Right for You? Choosing from the best physical therapy schools in Arizona starts with knowing what kind of training environment will help you thrive. Whether you're looking for early clinical exposure, hands-on anatomy labs, or hybrid flexibility, Arizona offers a range of DPT programs designed to match different learning styles and career goals. As demand for physical therapists continues to grow, so does the need for programs that go beyond the basics. Clinical depth, expert faculty, and strong placement networks all shape your path.  Advanced Clinical Training: What Sets the Top [...]

By |2026-02-09T17:18:46+00:00November 18, 2025|DPT|

Top Physical Therapy School for Advanced Clinical Training

Top Physical Therapy School for Advanced Clinical Training Finding a top physical therapy school means choosing a place that knows what it takes to thrive in today’s healthcare world. You need advanced clinical training, expert faculty who’ve worked in the field, and a learning experience that builds real confidence, starting on day one. If you’re serious about becoming a skilled, confident physical therapist, it matters where and how you train. From the classroom to the clinic, the right program gives you access to experienced mentors, real patients, and the tools to keep growing in a fast-moving field.  Training Smarter: [...]

By |2026-01-28T08:14:23+00:00November 18, 2025|DPT|

Top Physical Therapy Schools in California: Hybrid Online Options

Top Physical Therapy Schools in California: Hybrid Online Options The top physical therapy schools in California are changing what’s possible for future DPTs—especially students looking for flexibility, career alignment, and academic excellence. With demand for physical therapists continuing to rise across outpatient, hospital, sports medicine, and home health settings, programs are expanding access through hybrid formats and personalized clinical placements. Whether you're a career-changer, a recent graduate, or someone ready to move into hands-on patient care, hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs offer a compelling path forward.  What to Look for in a Hybrid or Online DPT Program [...]

By |2026-01-28T08:13:06+00:00November 18, 2025|DPT|

How to Become a Physical Therapist in California: Degrees, Licensing, and PT Career Steps

Dr. James Whedon, Senior Health Services Researcher and professor at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), received the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) Research Award at the Association of Chiropractic Colleges Research Agenda Conference (ACCRAC), held March 20th—22nd.

By |2025-09-17T16:44:17+00:00September 17, 2025|DPT|

Best Hybrid Online Physical Therapy Programs: Accredited & Flexible

Dr. James Whedon, Senior Health Services Researcher and professor at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), received the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) Research Award at the Association of Chiropractic Colleges Research Agenda Conference (ACCRAC), held March 20th—22nd.

By |2025-09-15T21:56:11+00:00September 15, 2025|DPT|

AIHM, SCU, and Cornerstone Collaboration to Co-Host Inaugural Whole Health Conference in October 2024

AIHM, SCU, and Cornerstone Collaboration to Co-Host Inaugural Whole Health Conference in October 2024   Interprofessional continuing education credits available to all conference attendees   Whole Health is emerging as the next evolutionary step in integrative health and medicine. In response, the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM), Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), and the Cornerstone Collaboration for Societal Change have announced they will co-host the Inaugural Whole Health Conference, "Bringing Whole Health to Life,” from October 25 to 27, 2024, at Paradise Point Resort and Spa in San Diego. Healthcare professionals from across the spectrum are [...]

Interprofessional Education Model Builds Bridges Between Academic and Clinical Communities, Students and Faculty

Southern California University (SCU)'s groundbreaking Interprofessional Education (IPE) model combines curriculum, clinic, community, and clubs to help students develop a broader base of knowledge and gain a deeper appreciation for different perspectives on care. To celebrate this innovative model and honor the ways we share knowledge, build skills, and improve patient outcomes by bridging academic and clinical communities, SCU launched the IPE and Collaborative Practice Week in June 2022. Now, having completed its second year, the IPE and Collaborative Practice Week is well on its way to cementing itself as an annual, university-wide tradition. "Student feedback was very positive,” Dr. [...]

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