Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, page 3
Independent Health Professions
Clinical Specialist Program, Option B
This program is designed for physical therapists who have demonstrated a high degree of proficiency in clinical practice and wish to enhance their professional contributions and leadership capabilities through an opportunity for in-depth study and experience in a circumscribed area of practice.
Course Requirements, Option B
This program of study is available only to therapists who have clinical experience as a physical therapist and are licensed to practice in California or are eligible for licensure. All clinical specialist programs require a minimum of 12 months in residence for completion of the degree and diploma of specialization plus a faculty and student planned clinical residency program. Some students may require a longer time if prior clinical experience is minimal. Individual programs are planned with each candidate.
Students must complete a minimum of 36 credits at the 500 level or above, including a research project (590), the advanced clinical residency and a comprehensive examination.
| Required courses - Option B | Units |
| BKN 559 | Readings in Pathokinesiology | 1-4, max 8 |
| BKN 590 | Directed Research | 1-12 |
| PM 510L | Biometry Principles | 4 |
| PT 595abcd | Residency in Advanced Clinical Physical Therapy | 3-3-3-3
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Selected students with the approval of the graduate faculty may have formal registration for PT 595abcd (or portions thereof) waived when an opportunity is present for a special outside residency program in the student's area of specialization.
Other course work will be assigned to meet individual needs by the graduate faculty of the department. Departmental offerings are included in the M.S./Ph.D. course listing. Course work outside the department is encouraged.
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