The Arkansas Colleges of Health Education School of Physical Therapy in Fort Smith has announced a new admissions pathway for licensed allied health professionals interested in pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
The Licensed Allied Health Professional Pathway was developed to recognize the education, clinical training and patient care experience that allied health professionals already bring to the health care workforce, according to a press release. Through this pathway, qualified applicants may be eligible to apply to the ACHE Doctor of Physical Therapy program without completing additional
“Licensed allied health professionals play a critical role in patient care across diverse settings,” said Dr. Dana Kahl, dean of the ACHE School of Physical Therapy. “This pathway recognizes their expertise and provides an opportunity to expand their clinical impact through advanced education.”
To be considered for the pathway, applicants must:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree.
- Complete Anatomy and Physiology with laboratory coursework totaling eight semester hours.
- Maintain an active professional license regulated by a recognized governing body.
The pathway is intended for health care professionals whose work includes direct patient care or clinical decision-making responsibilities. Potentially eligible applicants may include physical therapist assistants, certified occupational therapy assistants, emergency medical technicians, nurses and other licensed health care professionals.
ACHE’s admissions process will continue to include a holistic review of each applicant, including verification of licensure and educational credentials to ensure students are prepared for the rigor of doctoral-level education.
The new application cycle opens June 15.
